Happy Birthday, Deb!!
Today is our dear friend Deb's birthday -- it's a special occasion for many reasons, including the number of candles on the cake. I decided to play nice and not announce the exact number of Deb's candles on my blog post, but I'm sure someone on the hop will spill the beans!
Our fellow stamping buddy, Joanna, came up with the idea of a birthday blog hop for Deb; isn't she a great friend? If you arriving here from Heather's (One Little Spark) blog, then you are heading in the right direction. If you've just joined the fun, be sure to start out on Joanna's (Stitting on Pens & Needles) blog to start the party!
Initially when I planned Deb's card, I was thinking of going with a vintage theme with a possible technique because Deb is known for her expertise in these areas. Then I asked myself 'Why compete with a master' and decided to go with the symbolic theme instead:
1) I chose House Mouse because I first met Deb in a House Mouse ATC swap -- her little mouse knitting with toothpicks was incredible!
2) Basic Grey DP is a necessity because we are both huge fans of this company.
3) The flowers are from a Tim Holz die -- Deb is amazing with Tim's techniques!
4) Finally, I tried to go with a green color combo, but ended up a bit off track. Green twill counts, right??
Here's the inside of the card; I thought the 'dreams come true' part was especially appropriate considering the image!
The sketch for this card was inspired by the House Mouse Monday Challenge #78; I rotated it to fit the cupcake crew.
**Next stop on the blog hop is our German pal, Imke (Crafting Creations by Imke). After you've enjoyed all the celebrations, be sure to stop by the birthday gal's blog (Freckle-Face Printworks) to admire her artwork and wish her a very Happy Birthday!!
**Next stop on the blog hop is our German pal, Imke (Crafting Creations by Imke). After you've enjoyed all the celebrations, be sure to stop by the birthday gal's blog (Freckle-Face Printworks) to admire her artwork and wish her a very Happy Birthday!!
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Oh Jessica, your card is so lovely. The paper piecing is adorable and the colors are fantastic. I´m sure Deb will like it too.
ReplyDeleteOh thank you! Thank you!! It's a fabulous card and I love your style so much! Brght colors and incredible coloring!! And you can say I'm 50 today. :D
ReplyDeleteVery cute and sweet card. Great design and love the verses. Just so sweet mouses
ReplyDeleteI absolutely adore this stamp!
ReplyDeleteHow sweet of you all to do for Deb...Jessica your card is adorable and your coloring awesome !
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This card is darling and the coloring is gorgeous. Love that cupcake paper. Darling card.
ReplyDeleteTruly inspiring card, Jessica. My mojo isn't quite up to par yet, but I did find the time to create a card that I too hope Deb will love! :) Great colors, great reasons for choosing what you used on your card as well! Hugs, Kel
ReplyDeleteJessica, how adorable! Of course a house mouse image is the perfect choice for Deb. She will love it!!!!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness--what incredible detailing you have done on this for Deb! It's delightful!
ReplyDeleteWhat a truly amazing card!! Wow!! Absolutely stunning!
ReplyDeleteAdorable House Mouse image! Also love the verse inside! The card is SO pretty!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous card and what a great thing to do for Deb! Love the house mouse and that paper is one of my favorites, I bet she loves this!!!
ReplyDeleteWonderful card! Thanks for joining the HM&F Celebration Blog hop and Challenge!
ReplyDeleteAll the details and coloring is really something! Fun!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful coloring job you did with this adorable image and love the paper piecing too. Great colorful background papers. Thanks so much for joining the fun at House Mouse and Friends Monday Challenge and Blog Hop. Your friend is going to love this card. Good luck with the prize draw.
ReplyDeleteTake Care
Sue Drees
Great card...wonderful use of this fun DP to set off your image as well! Thanks for sharing with us at House Mouse and Friends Monday Challenge!
ReplyDeleteJess, this is just stunning, and I mean stunning, the colourings in that cupcake wrapping is just divine, wow. Melxx
ReplyDeleteHi Jess
ReplyDeletegorgeous card, fabulous colouring, luv the paper piecing, thank you for joining us at House Mouse & Friends this week, hope to see you next time, sue,x
OH my this is FAB-U-LOUS! I LOVE the paper pieced cupcake wrapper. That is so clever and looks great. I have this stamp.. I will have to try it. Thanks for the inspiration
ReplyDeletefabulous card :-) this image must be one of the HM most popular and I love what you did with it !! the paper pieced cupcake case is fab ,, perfect paper choice !! stunning card ! :-)
ReplyDeletethanks for joining us on the HM&F Monday Anniversary hop :-)
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I have a blog candy linked to the challenge that you might like to join :-) x
Such a darling card!
ReplyDeleteOh wow!! Now this is just too stinkin' CUTE!!! I love it!! I've always loved your HM creations Jess!! You are always so thoughtful!! HUGS
ReplyDeleteI love this card. It's adorable. And sweet. And I'm sure that Deb just loved it. It's great that you put so much thought into making it.
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