Monday, July 1, 2013

Paper Sweeties July Sketch Challenge #9!!!

  Hi there!

Happy July to you!  The summer is just scooting by!  And, today is time for another sketch challenge over at Paper Sweeties!  Do you have any 4th of July plans?  They always have a wonderful fireworks display here in town over the river.  It's something we always do to celebrate the 4th.  We take a blanket early in the afternoon to save our spot on the hillside.  They sell popcorn for a great snack.  And, they sell neon necklaces for the little tykes.  It's fun watching the little ones and listening to music before the awesome display of fireworks! 

Here is my card for this month's challenge...


Lots of red, white, and blue!  I started with a kraft card base and used new Doodlebug papers.  The stamps I used are from the stamp sets Pennant Party and Fancy Monograms!  I stamped the pennants onto kraft cardstock and paper pieced.  Stars and buttons were added along with twine.  Sequins were added with pearl cotton at the edges.  The fancy monograms were stamped onto white cardstock.  Aren't those the prettiest monograms?  I sure think so!  Also, I added washi tape along the left side.  I thought it had a great effect of how the stars showed up the paper underneath.  Twine, star, sequins and gems in top left corner to finish off the ribbon treatment.  Ok, there ya have it friends, my red, white, and blue card to help celebrate the 4th of July...I love the USA!

Please join in on the fun and enter the challenge.  The winner will receive a $20 gift certificate and will be invited to be the guest designer for the following month!  Also, check out the fabulous design team inspiration!  Take care and have a wonderful 4th, hugs!

Supplies:

Paper:  Doodlebug, Recollections
Stamps:  Paper Sweeties:  Pennant Party(sentiments)
               Paper Sweeties:  Fancy Monograms(sentiments)
Ink:  SU(Black, Brilliant Blue)
Ribbon:  Really Reasonable Ribbon, Morex Corp.
Gems:  Paper Studio
Glitter Stars, Heart:  Recollections
Washi Tape:  Darice
Star Buttons:  Jo-Ann Fabric
Twine:  Doodlebug
Sequins, Pearl Cotton:  Jo-Ann Fabric
Buttons:  Recollections, My Stash



21 comments:

  1. Gorgeous card, Maria! Love all the cute little banners and the pretty bow! Great card for the 4th of July! Hugs

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  2. Festive and pretty card for the 4th!

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  3. I love this sketch...your take on it is fabulous Maria. The buttons and stars look so good on your cute banner!

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  4. Such a FAB-U-LOUS 4th of July celebration card, Maria! I love your swagged banners with all those pretty embellishments xx

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  5. Wow! What a great patriotic card. It has it all, Washi, banners, and those pretty monograms.
    My oldest son, wife, and little munchkins will be here for the 4th and I'm really looking forward to it. We also have fireworks and everyone gathers on the river bluff or on the opposite side in the park. Fun time!

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  6. Wow, Maria! This is so Patriotic and so CUTE! LOVE the banners and the star buttons!

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  7. Love it, Maria!Awesome patriotic card!

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  8. You cannot beat red, white and blue. Love the papers and your bow!!! What a neat USA you have at the bottom. Great card Maria!!
    sandy

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  9. This is just as cute as can be, Maria! Love, love those happy banners and all the patriotic goodness!

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  10. What a gorgeous card, Maria. Love the great colors and cute banner. :)

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  11. Oh, I love your patriotic beauty! Awesome card!

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  12. Gorgeous 4th card!! I love the bow and the cute star and the banner!

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  13. Love that sketch & boy do you know what to do with it! Fantastic card, Maria!

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  14. This is so fab, Maria! I am so impressed with the colours, pennants and everything about this fabulously patriotic card. Thanks for your lovely comments on my blog, too x

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  15. This is so pretty! Love how you used the monograms for the USA. Have a wonderful time watching fireworks!

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  16. Awesome fourth of July card! The layout works beautifully. This will be the 3rd year in a row of no fireworks around here due to high fire danger:) But enjoy the celebrations

    Shelby

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  17. Fabulous card, Maria! You always do a beautiful job on your creations. I hope you have a wonderful 4th of July.

    Love and hugs!

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  18. What a fun and pretty Patriotic card Maria! Love the little banner! Hope you are having a fun and safe 4th!

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  19. Maria this is so beautiful! I love the banners and these sweet papers! I hope you had a wonderful 4th!

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  20. So fun, Maria! LOVE those little, buttoned pennants to bits, and your gingham background is delish!

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