Saturday, February 25, 2012

PTI February 2012 blog hop

It's that time of the month again. It's Papertrey Ink's February blog hop. This is such a fun time of the month to gain inspiration from many wonderful crafter's. The challenge this month is to create an interactive card.

I admit I struggled on this one. Since I started blogging, I have discovered that I tend to be a CAS gal. It's hard to create an interactive card and keep it CAS, especially when you leave the challenge to the last possible minute. Yes, I didn't start my card until this morning. I wanted to use this week's Make-it-Monday technique again, glittered buttons. Most of you that follow my blog know that I am a huge fan of glitter. The sentiment that I wanted to be interactive is meant to send someone cheer, so I wanted to use bright Spring colors. Although I have had issues with my new Spring Moss premium dye ink changing colors, I opted to use it on my card because it is simply one of my favorite colors.

So I based my card off of a previous design seen here. Thanks for stopping by!





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33 comments:

  1. Tracey McNeelyFebruary 25, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    Such a beautiful card Deb, your colours are so spring-y. Your pull out sentiment is so thoughtful. I love the houndstooth. Agree that CAS and interactive are hard to do.

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  2. Leigh PennerFebruary 25, 2012 at 10:27 AM

    Super lovely, Deb! I love your row of glittered buttons and the sentiment that you pull out (do you have a pocket in the back?)

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  3. VictoriaFebruary 25, 2012 at 10:56 AM

    I admire your CAS style, Deb. I struggle with CAS, though it is a style I really like. For me, I often end up feeling like something is still missing from my project, therefore I tend to be the more layers kind of gal! I think you did a great job with this challenge!

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  4. UnknownFebruary 25, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    so cute! love the glitter buttons!

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  5. Crafty KateFebruary 25, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    Really cute! I love that the little tag could be used as a bookmark and a great reminder of your care for them everytime they open their book! Great job! Thanks!

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    Love this card! Nice job!

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  7. JJ BoltonFebruary 25, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    Lovely card! Love the springy houndstooth:)

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  8. Kelly GriglioneFebruary 25, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    Your card really jumped out on the PTI gallery - love the CAS with the crinkly, textured ribbon. Great card!

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  9. Rebecca DeeproseFebruary 25, 2012 at 12:14 PM

    Great colors and a wonderfully simple idea!

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  10. MarybethFebruary 25, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    Deb, this is a beautiful CAS interactive card. I love a bit of glitter too. The buttons look great. I just might always glitter mine. Not for the guys though :)

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  11. carol (krillsister)February 25, 2012 at 12:56 PM

    Beautiful card. You did a fantastic job as always keeping with the CAs. Love the buttons. The crinkled ribbon for your pull out is perfect!

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  12. bjmartinFebruary 25, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    I think CAS is hard to do - much less interactive CAS! You did a great job - very pretty!

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  13. JoyceFebruary 25, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    Love this layout before, and still love it. It can be fresh every time. Your pull out message is such a great idea, and I love those glittery spring colored buttons.

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  14. AllyFebruary 25, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    Great card. ;-) Love the glitter buttons and the way that sweet sentiment pulls out from the side. And the houndstooth is great! Lovely card. ;-)

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  15. The Paper ParadeFebruary 25, 2012 at 3:03 PM

    Wow, how cool! Love that you can pull the sentiment out! And those glitter buttons on the front are just fabulous :)

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  16. Helen F.February 25, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    Deb you did a great job of keeping this challenge card CAS! I love the glittery buttons too :o)

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  17. TigriswillreignFebruary 25, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    Love the buttons!

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  18. SuzanneFebruary 25, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    This is SO sweet! I love the rainbow colors and the glitter.

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  19. TigriswillreignFebruary 25, 2012 at 5:14 PM

    P.S. I found your blog through the PTI blog hop (obviously) but I just finished going through several of your posts and love your work! I was wondering if you'd consider adding the Email Subscription gadget to your sidebar since I find the easiest way to follow blogs is when their posts come to my inbox!
    Thx!!

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  20. xiumaiyukiFebruary 25, 2012 at 5:15 PM

    This card pops right out to me! Love it. Those buttons are gorgeous!!

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  21. Juanita BFebruary 25, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    This is a wonderful card because of it's simplicity and great design. Very clever. TFS.

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  22. GayatriFebruary 25, 2012 at 7:39 PM

    Super cute! Love the idea of a pullout sentiment. And those glitter buttons are gorgeous. Awesome work from you always, Deb!

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  23. GayatriFebruary 25, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    Super cute! Love the idea of a pullout sentiment. And those glitter buttons are gorgeous. Awesome work from you always, Deb!

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  24. Kay DFebruary 25, 2012 at 8:22 PM

    Love the pull tab, and those beautiful glittered buttons- great card!

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  25. Karen C.February 25, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    Your glittery buttons are yummy!! The pull out sentiment is a fun addition!

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  26. ChunyuanFebruary 25, 2012 at 8:54 PM

    beautiful card. love the color and glittery buttons.

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  27. Terri Trotter EarleyFebruary 25, 2012 at 9:53 PM

    Simple and cute. Way to rock out the PTI blog challenge.

    It's a good life!
    Terri E.

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  28. UnknownFebruary 25, 2012 at 10:04 PM

    Always like seeing lots of color on a card, this is so sweet! Great idea and great use of the all the button colors!

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  29. kari bellFebruary 25, 2012 at 11:11 PM

    oh my! what a gorgeous subtle rainbow. i love the glitter!! and a fun pull out sentiment. great job!

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  30. KaraFebruary 26, 2012 at 1:10 PM

    this is so soft and beautiful!! love those glittery buttons!

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  31. AnonymousFebruary 26, 2012 at 1:34 PM

    You may have struggled with it, but you hit this one out of the park! Just a wonderful card, all of it.

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  32. jenFebruary 27, 2012 at 12:19 AM

    love this- sweet & perfect...

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  33. UnknownFebruary 27, 2012 at 10:10 PM

    I love these soft colors. My style is mostly CAS too and I often stuggle too. I think you pulled it off though. Great card. Stop by my blog. I have an award for you.

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