Hello, friends! I know, long time no see. We've had quite a roller coaster week with church fundraisers, assignments for myself, a birthday party, a broken washing machine and sadly, Eloise was diagnosed with asthma on Friday. So, it's been a big learning curve trying to figure everything out.
But, how about a little fun, today? The Go-to Gals decided another challenge was in order for the new year. I quite agreed.
A Muse Studio was super kind to us and sent an amazing box of samples to play with. I've had the best time using both their stamps and inks (and ribbons, and flowers and stamping blocks)...hee, hee.
I'm pretty sure all six of use were going to try to use this large Harlequin background stamp. I'm as excited as you to see all the versions today. On my card I used Bubblegum pink pigment ink, then embossed with clear powder. I love how the Bubblegum satin ribbon (a perfect match, of course) adds a touch of classy elegance to my card. (The pretty flower is from Bazzill Basics, btw - who knew?)
You'll want to check all the Go-to Gals listed below. AND, don't forget to pop over to Paper Crafts Connection. I do believe a little birdie told me there are going to be TWO stamping giveaways today; one this morning and one this afternoon. Sweet.
Jennifer McGuire
Windy Robinson
Julie Campbell
Teri Anderson
Betsy Veldman
Have a fabulous Wednesday! I promise to get my head above water by Friday! LOL!
Later.
Such a Pretty card...Love it!
Posted by: Kelly Booth | January 25, 2012 at 05:12 AM
What a Lovely card!
Posted by: www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawnvhGZsS-H8Yf4p2O7FhwnZjbYjUuwLn8w | January 25, 2012 at 06:29 AM
Gorgeous flower and ribbon!
Posted by: Kelly Massman | January 25, 2012 at 07:50 AM
Outstanding. This is soooooo pretty.
Posted by: Coni Longley | January 25, 2012 at 09:00 AM
Lovely way to let someone know you are thinking of them!
Posted by: Ruby Craft | January 25, 2012 at 09:13 AM
I love this!!!
Posted by: Jennifer Ingle | January 25, 2012 at 09:14 AM
Hope Eloise is able to control her asthma. Love the giant flower on the card.
Posted by: Mayfieldhj | January 25, 2012 at 09:34 AM
Love the Harlequin stamped in Bubblegum!
Posted by: Donna Hitz | January 25, 2012 at 09:41 AM
Nice harlequin!!
Posted by: Michele Kosciolek | January 25, 2012 at 09:54 AM
lovely card
thanks ---megha
http://www.meghanuj01.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Megha Jain | January 25, 2012 at 09:57 AM
This turned out so soft and pretty--I love the colors and the romantic flower and ribbon! Thanks for the card ideas!
Posted by: Lianna Vigil | January 25, 2012 at 10:00 AM
This is so elegant, it literally took my breath away! As in I gasped as soon as I saw it.
Posted by: Marie Markowski | January 25, 2012 at 10:52 AM
Super pretty! I'm swooning over that big grey flower :) Looking forward to meeting you! I'll be your lunch breaker on Sunday so you'll be reeeeally happy to see me :) LOL!
Posted by: A Facebook User | January 25, 2012 at 11:49 AM
Beautiful card, Love the flowers
Posted by: D | January 25, 2012 at 12:22 PM
Lovely card - such a great color scheme!
Posted by: Cheryl Robinson | January 25, 2012 at 12:26 PM
Love the sheer ribbon! Great colors!
Posted by: Julia Freeman | January 25, 2012 at 12:27 PM
The combination of that embossed bg, the gorgeous ribbon and the big flower is stunning!
Posted by: Lindsey M-P | January 25, 2012 at 12:51 PM
Beautiful card! I love how the flower and ribbon adds so much to the card!
Posted by: Melt003 | January 25, 2012 at 12:56 PM
This is so pretty! I love the color combo, and that flower is amazing!
Posted by: Toni Kwaiser | January 25, 2012 at 01:08 PM
How cute and simple. Nice job, missy
Posted by: Sharon Gullikson | January 25, 2012 at 01:15 PM
That flower really makes the card - so elegant! Lovely card.
Posted by: Beatricelawson | January 25, 2012 at 01:26 PM
This is really cute. I like the color combo.
Posted by: Brian Poteraj | January 25, 2012 at 01:33 PM
Lovely card! Great flower!
Posted by: Svetlana Vyazmina | January 25, 2012 at 01:42 PM
That card is wonderful especially the flower!!
Posted by: Kevin- N- Marla Howell | January 25, 2012 at 02:59 PM
gorgeous Kim, love how you used the Harlequin background!
Posted by: Joyx6 | January 25, 2012 at 03:24 PM
Beautiful card! love the background and that flower.
Posted by: conniemelancon | January 25, 2012 at 03:33 PM
What a pretty card! I love the light pink Harlequin Background with the black accents.
Posted by: Nancy Taylor Jensen | January 25, 2012 at 03:37 PM
What a pretty card! Love the color combo.
Posted by: Tona | January 25, 2012 at 03:44 PM
LOVE that background....& That FLOWER! Great card! THANKS for sharing such wonderful ideas!
Posted by: Robin Gibson | January 25, 2012 at 04:08 PM
Lovely elegant card!!! Love that dashing flower!!!
Posted by: Angela Bode | January 25, 2012 at 04:21 PM
very pretty card, Kim.
Posted by: Cassie D'Ambrosio | January 25, 2012 at 05:09 PM
Beautiful and bold! Gorgeous work Kim. ;)
Posted by: Marlena McDeavitt | January 25, 2012 at 05:24 PM
Wow -- I absolutely love this card -- so pretty. That flower rocks! Just wondering -- how do you clear emboss over the ink -- do you just sprinkle it on and heat emboss?
Posted by: Susan Huston | January 25, 2012 at 08:48 PM
Love the soft look of the pink on the ivory background and that ribbon and flower are beautifully dramatic against the harlequin.
Posted by: Susan VanDeVusse | January 26, 2012 at 02:38 AM
Beautiful card! Love that colour for the background stamp.
Posted by: Jeanette Marchand | January 26, 2012 at 04:50 AM
Super job. Love your colors and the flower makes the card pop!!
Posted by: www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawm_VRiygrsGnN-sY5rmmF_uoAId2C6FqFA | January 26, 2012 at 05:27 AM
Love it! Your bow tying is second to none! Thanks for a chance to win.
Posted by: Geri Greening | January 26, 2012 at 05:50 AM
Keeping a good thought for you and your family Kim! Enjoyed your take on harlequin! Love the flower focus you have--perfect against the bubblegum!
Posted by: Debstampslife.blogspot.com | January 26, 2012 at 06:41 AM
what a great card! love the flower and ribbon
Posted by: Sandi Holt | January 26, 2012 at 09:42 AM
Beautiful card, tfs :)
Posted by: Grá O'Neill | January 26, 2012 at 02:05 PM
LOVE your card! The argyle background and BIG flower are just FAB! Thanks for the inspiration. :D
Posted by: D | January 26, 2012 at 02:26 PM