Saturday, August 20, 2011

Cowgirl Birthday Card & Link Up Love Party

Well howdy y'all!!!!  Oh my goodness, it has been a busy first week back at school!  The first week is always a tough one, but the kiddos seem to be adjusting to first grade pretty well...  My bookmark was a big hit with all of them, and they are loving the chapter books, so it turned out great!  :)  I can't believe it has been a week since I posted anything!  I was finally able to sit down and make a card, and one of the challenges I wanted to enter is now closed... :(  I am still going to enter it into a couple of other challenges that I came across, though....  Hope you have all been doing well, and I hope to stop by and see you soon!  :)

Whimsical Wednesdays- use 3 cuts, 3 colors, 3 of the same embellishment
The Paper Variety- use twine
Birthday Sundaes- use at least 3 brads


A2 sized card
Country Life- guitar cowgirl cut at 4.18"
Storybook- denim piece cut at 3.35"
Gypsy Wanderings- music notes cut at 0.65"
Sentiment- K. Andrew Stamps:  Positive Thoughts
DCWV paper- The Lodge Stack
Star brads
White gel pen

I am also going to enter this into the K. Andrew Link Up Love Party!!!  This is so much fun and it really does help you meet a lot of new crafty friends!  :)

Link Up Party Every Month!

Start at http://www.gettingcricky.com/ for all the details on how to join in the fun!  :)  One of the rules is to name something you are grateful for....  I am grateful for all of my friends and family, and a job that I really do enjoy! :)







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40 comments:

  1. Kristie W. August 20, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    This is really cute, Amy! I like how you criss crossed the twine around the sentiment panel. The cowgirl is so fun! Thank you for playing along with Birthday Sundaes!

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  2. PeggyAugust 20, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Hi Amy, I awarded you a "Butterfly Award" - please pop over to my blog to see your award! I love your blog and appreciate your comments on mine! :)
    Peggy
    http://repeartreedesign.blogspot.com/2011/08/i-recd-butterfly-award.html

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  3. UnknownAugust 20, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Thank you Amy for letting me know I goofed up! I think I fixed it now. Now, your cowgirl card is so cute:) You know I have this cart and didn't remember this cowgirl was on there! I need to look at carts more closely. You did a great job as you always do. I am so glad school is going well. I knew the kiddos would love their bookmark too. Hugs, Pam at http://craftycards4u2.blogspot.com/

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  4. UnknownAugust 20, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Me again, I forgot to congrats you on the win with your so so cute S'mores card, good job!! Hugs, Pam at http://craftycards4u2.blogspot.com/

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  5. TraceyAugust 20, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Great card...love that Cow girl! I really need to use this cart more, thanks for the inspiration.
    Thanks 4 joining us at Birthday Sundaes!

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  6. UnknownAugust 20, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Hi Amy,
    I am from the link up Party! Thanks for stopping by my blog:) I love your blog and I am a new follower:) The cowgirl is cute:) http://visionsofpaper.blogspot.com/

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  7. abusybee - DoubleClick ConnectionsAugust 20, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Super fun card!

    Carri~abusybee
    www.doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com

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  8. Sandy from UkiahAugust 20, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    What an adorable cowgirl.. well just to let you know, we have missed you. I am sure all the kids loved their bookmarks.. Glad you found some time to play a little in your scrap room. hugs

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  9. KarenAugust 20, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Cute card! I love the denim paper and the star brads! The twine looks great too! :)

    Karen
    craftedwithlovebykaren.blogspot.com

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  10. TonyaAugust 20, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Hopping over on the link up love party.

    Your card is so cute. I love the background paper and the mat. Very cute.

    Thanks for the comments on my blog. I'm your newest follower!

    Tonya

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  11. joniAugust 20, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Amy, this is such a cool card! I love the western theme...and the music notes are a great touch! Love the twine! Great job on the challenge! Thanks for playing along with us at Whimsical Wednesdays!
    hugs,
    joni

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  12. LisaAugust 20, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    This card is so awesome my super-talented friend! I absolutely love it! I'm glad the kiddos are adjusting and that your awesome bookmarks were a hit! You haven't lost a step being gone a week, Amy - this card is just so fabulous! I'm stopping by from the LUL Party, though I would have stopped by anyway to say hi and tell you that I've missed you and I hope you are doing well :)

    Lisa
    http://indymermaid.blogspot.com

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  13. ShellyAugust 20, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    What an awesome card! Ok those red boots are to die for....The twine is perfect and both papers are fabulous! Very Very Very fun! Have a great night!
    Shelly

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  14. JenniAugust 20, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    This little cowgirl is so cute! Love your card! Having fun with the Link Up Love Party!
    Hugs, Jenni
    http://mylollipopgarden.blogspot.com

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  15. Claire SpielmanAugust 20, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Hi Amy, Thanks for stopping by my blog, yours is so neat looking. I used to teach as well! Love your card and the twine is just perfect.
    Claire
    www.scrapmyway.blogspot.com

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  16. Rez P.August 20, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Aloha Amy,
    This is just adorable.I am stopping by LUL party with K ANDREWS.
    Hugs,
    Rez
    http://karezmakreations.blogspot.com/2011/05/alohas-sweet-blog-candy-giveaway.html

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  17. SandiAugust 20, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Really cute card Amy. Love that denim paper and the twine. Thanks for joining us this week at The Paper Variety.

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  18. MyCuriousCraftsAugust 20, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Hi Amy, your card made me smile...love it. You did a super job, as always. I hope we both have a more craft-filled week coming up. ~Shen

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  19. AmyAugust 20, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    What a cute western card Amy! I love the papers you used- really gives that cowgirl a western feel! :)Amy

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  20. The Craftin MamaAugust 20, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    Very cute. Thanks for sharing

    Ildi-The Craftin Mama
    www.thecraftinmama.blogspot.com
    ildij3@verizon.net

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  21. DawnAugust 20, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    Hi Amy!!! Glad your back, I missed your upbeat attitude and your creativity...Your cowgirl card is so cute. Love the sentiment and the denim paper. Talk later!

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  22. Cindy BelandAugust 21, 2011 at 4:30 AM

    Hi Amy,Your card is soo SWEET!AWESOME job with it,I LOVE the little cowgirl,TO CUTE!:)

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  23. Prettiful CreationsAugust 21, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Very cute card...love the cowgirl.
    I am here form the link up party.
    kathyskraftsandmore.blogspot.com

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  24. Pat N.August 21, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    What an adorable card, Amy. Love that cowgirl! I haven't used my Country Life cart enough to realize what cute images are on there. I haven't posted for a week either, but I finished my project and will be posting soon (I hope), so stop on by.--Pat N.

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  25. Sam PirkleAugust 21, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Your how girl card is awesome. Really cute !!!

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  26. Nicole DoironAugust 21, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Super adorable! Your use of twine is just the perfect added touch. Thank you for joining in on the fun this week at The Paper Variety!

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  27. ClaireRAugust 21, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    Hello Amy. I love your card. Its super cool. I love the denim on the wood background.
    Just stopping by from the LUL party. Now following you...
    Claire
    www.threewaterscreations.com

    ps: thanks for following me, what fun!

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  28. scrappingmammaAugust 22, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    oh now this card is wicked cute! your rocked your project!!"I'm peeking in from the GettingCricky love link up party" Thanks for joining us!
    Scrappingmamma{gcDT}:-)

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  29. UnknownAugust 22, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Very cute :) I love the country theme. You carried it very well with the denim and woodgrain. Thanks for playing at Whimsical Wednesdays!

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  30. Chriss America RealAugust 22, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    I LOVE your cowgirl card! So cute!
    chrissandlou.blogspot.com

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  31. shellyAugust 22, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    nifty card luvin those red boots :) all of your elements tie in really nice. thanks for sharing your fun card with us at whimsical wednesdays :)

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  32. Janis LewisAugust 22, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    I love your guitar-playing cowgirl! The background shape with the music notes and thread are so country looking. Great job!
    Hugs!
    :) Janis - Getting Cricky DTM
    http://PauseDreamEnjoy.blogspot.com

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  33. Jennifer~My Creative CraftingAugust 23, 2011 at 4:57 AM

    This card is adorable! Good luck with your challenges :) Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such a nice comment :) I am also a new follower from the LUL party!

    ~Jennifer

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  34. CathrynAugust 23, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Very cute! Thanks for playing along with us at Whimsical Wednesdays! Hugs, cathryn :)

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  35. My 3 E ScrapbookingAugust 23, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    This is adorable! I love that cowgirl and the denim is fabulous!!

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  36. GloraAugust 24, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Super fun card and I love the twine and embelishments. Great job. Thanks for joining us for the Whimsical Wednesday Challenge! Hugs- Glora

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  37. jessicaAugust 25, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    adorable card! Love the cuts! TFS and playing along with us over at Whimsical Wednesdays :)

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  38. *StarAugust 26, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Super cute card! Love the cuts and theme. TFS and playing along with us at Whimsical Wednesday :)

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  39. DIANA L.August 27, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Cute card. Love it

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  40. UnknownAugust 28, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    First off..love the name of your blog;) Your card is adorable, and I am so loving the redheaded cowgirl. Very cute;) Thank you for joining us over at Whimsical Wednesdays. I hope you have a great school year!

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