Saturday, February 20, 2010

PTI February Blog Hop







This is my first blog hop and I am hoping I do it right. I cant wait to see what everybody else has created this month!

Happy Design Team Appreciation Day to you!!

I saw Betsy Veldman s blog for the first time about a year ago. Back when I was doing more scrapbooking than card making. I saw this layout and have been a fan ever since.


When I think of Betsy's work, the first thing that pops out at me is the COLORS! Nobody uses color like she does! Just pick the happiest colors available and use them all! She is truly a master at mixing and matching the colors and patterns.


The next thing I notice is her use of texture and how she sews on a lot of her cards. She uses her Cricut and different border edgers and buttons... here are some examples that show how truly gifted she is...


I envy the people who receive these cards and can just imagine their faces when they open them! How can these NOT brighten even the gloomiest of days! I smile just looking at them online! haha



OK, well here is my attempt to brighten someones day. I picked lots of cheerful colors. Did a little sewing and added buttons where I could. I used Specialty Paper from K&Co., PTI Aqua Mist, New Leaf, Pure Poppy and Lemon Tart card stock. Since I don't seem to know how to work my Cricut very well (I am scheduled to take a class next month) I used my Slice to cut the hug bug and used a flower shape for the sun.


I used Martha Stewart border punches as well as the butterfly. Papertrey sentiment from Everyday Button Bits in Dark Chocolate ink and PTI buttons for the wheels. For this next card I used a pure poppy card stock base, with kraft, aqua mist and sweet blush card stock. (Betsy's favorite color combo from a couple weeks ago :)) I stamped happy birthday from Around and About Sentiments in VersaMark ink on the aqua mist paper. I stamped the cupcake from Cupcake Collection and cut it out. I added Stickles to the candle and punched hearts.


I was at Jennifer McGuires ( http://www.jennifermcguireink.com/ ) blog and saw she is having a card drive for some great little kids that are dealing with some horrible things. I plan to make more but this next card is the first I made for the Cards for Kids Drive . I don't have too many cute kid stamps so I had some paper with these monkeys and cut them out, stuck them on card stock and cut them out again. I used my new PTI Violet Stamp for the background and embossed it in white. (I got a little dusting of powder where it is not supposed to be. I think I saw somewhere they sell some product that eliminates that?) Anyway, I wanted a little more color so I stamped some Lemon Tart Dot Spots in the back of the monkeys. I hope they bring some cheer!

PTI's design team is simply amazing. They are the most talented, gracious, encouraging, and generous people! They take time out from their busy lives to create and share with us and are soo inspiring and I cannot thank them enough! (But if you are reading this..THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! lol)

58 comments:

  1. Such adorable cards! They are so bright and cheery! Great job with the challenge!

    ♥Lea

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  2. These rock! Most definitely happy cards- I love them!

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  3. AHHH! I love your bright cheery cards! That VW bug one is my fave. The clouds rock.

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  4. You captured Betsy's use of color and her layouts so well! You made some very cheery cards there yourself there missy!

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  5. Love that cute car card! Colorful!

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  6. Great cards, so bright and cheerful!

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  7. I loved how you took the elements you liked & then put them together in your own way.

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  8. You did a great job with the challenge. The first card is such a cheery scene! Thanks for sharing!

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  9. I love all the colors! Great job!

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  10. I love your scrapbook page, that looks so like a "betsy" page!!

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  11. Nice job on both of them. My favorite is the first card though. I can definitely see Besty's style in it. Love the bright colors too! Great job!

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  12. I too am so inspired by Betsy. She is one talented lady. The cards you created with her inspiration are amazing!!I love your choice of colors. You did a great job with this challenge. I think anyone's day would be brightened after receiving one of these cards :)

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  13. I agree they are amazing! And your cards are adorable as well.

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  14. WOW, your creations are all FABULOUS!!!

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  15. Gorgeous Cards.....So cheery and springy

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  16. Congratulations on your first blog hop. I am a newbie too and hope to see you at many more. You did a fantastic job on all of your cards...wow! I'll be checking out your blog later.

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  17. Your cards are WONDERFUL; you've done a great job of capturing Betsy's style!

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  18. Love your fun cards!!! Nicely done.

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  19. What lovely bright cheery cards! You totally got Betsy's style - I feel happier already looking at your cards and reading your post!

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  20. Great fun, happy cards. They would brighten anyone's day.

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  21. Wow, you were really busy with the challenge! I'm a HUGE Betsy fan too (I used one of her cards for the blog hop) and these cards truly are a great reflection of her work. The colors are fun and I love your designs. These are adorable! ♥♥ Kay

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  22. Great job with the challenge! I also love Betsy!

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  23. Your cards are amazing! I love how bright and cheery they are.

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  24. Great cards; all are so bright and cheerful. Love the first one especially.

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  25. These are awesome cards!! Betsy is one of my favorites and she never ceases to amaze me. You did a great job with this challenge!

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  26. These turned out amazing! I love the use of color!

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  27. Okay you won my heart with the VW ....... (mine is lime green) but you hit the nail right on the head ...... if there is a VW on the card those bright colors are PERFECT!!!! All the cards are get and full of life.

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  28. Beautiful cards!! I LOVE the one with the cupcake :) So happy and bright!

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  29. All of your card are great! I especially love the hug bug card. That is super clever!

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  30. Wonderful cards! I love all the bright happy colors! :)

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  31. You have definitely captured Betsy's fun and happy colors and style! So glad you joined the hop.

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  32. Great job! You definitely captured a bit of Betsy in your creations! I especially like the first card with the car -- just perfect! Super job on your first blog hop!

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  33. BEAUTIFUL cards and such cheerful scrapbook page.You have done such a wonderful job. Thanks for sharing

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  34. Super cards! You did a great job!

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  35. Wonderful creations! Your use of color is just great. This is what I love about Betsy's cards too!

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  36. Great job with the challenge! Love your wonderful use of colors and how they create such a happy feeling!

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  37. Your cards are so much fun! Love the vibrant colors. Also, really nice of you to participate in the Cards for Kids drive.

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  38. Those are so sweet, your cards rock! I think you really captured her spirit in what you created. I know though, sometimes I look at her cards and feel like I should hang up my stamps and ink, her use of color is amazing.

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  39. Thanks for the sweet comment on my "Betsy" card! I had to come check you out! Your cards are great!! Very cheery! Have fun with the rest of the night!

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  40. Such bright, cheery cards! Congrats on your first blog hop.

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  41. Congrats on your first hop- it's mine too & it's fun!
    I love the cards you made- all so cheery & full of texture- I'd say mission accomplished! :)

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  42. These would all brighten my day :)

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  43. these are so cheery!! and even though it's nighttime, they've brightened my day!! LOL

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  44. Love the cards, so bright and cheery....I really see Besty's style as your inspiration !

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  45. Wow, you've been busy. I love the first card--the colors are luscious! Great work.

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  46. Your cards are so beautiful. I know you said that you need to take the cricuit class, but it looks like you did a fine job. This was my first blog hop too. Very fun. Will try this again for sure.

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  47. Hi Colleen!! These cards are so CUTE and FUN!! I love all of your colors and details!!! I am so honored that you chose my projects as your inspiration!

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  48. Your cards are awesome! I love the punch for the road in the first one!

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  49. Mom! YOU are "absolutely fabulous"! haha i love you :-) the cards rock

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