Friday, March 25

CSS Sketch Challenge Blog Hop

Hello my friends, welcome to another CSS Alumni Blog Hop, this time is a wonderful sketch designed by Melissa Cash. Ih you have come here from Geri's blog, you are in the right place.


Directions:
  • Make card from Ivory cardstock.
  • Punch a side border of Chocolate Brown Cardstock, add Patterned paper, ink all edges and add stitches.
  • Stamp sentiment and swirl image. Add Liquid pearls on swirl. Tie ribbon around and add pearl. Adhere to card.
  • Stamp image on White cardstock. Die-cut, emboss and stencil it with Circle Nestabilities. Add Stickles on bird. Adhere to card with foam tape.

Card Recipe:
Make sure to leave a comment as you hop along because on Tuesday morning (March 29th), we will randomly choose one of the comments from all the blogs who will get a stamp set of their choice valued up to $24.95!

Now, it is time to visit Jennie's blog and enjoy her beautiful creation.

Thanks so much for stopping by.
Have fun hopping!!
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79 comments:

  1. MiesjeMarch 25, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Incredibly beautiful card! The colors are so soft and pretty and I just love that ribbon!

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  2. CheriMarch 25, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Gorgeous, Giovana! I absolutely love the grunge look - is that Mel's new bling stamp you used on the pearl flourish? It's all so gorgeous.

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  3. Theresa MomberMarch 25, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    Beautiful card, Giovana! Perfectly detailed.

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  4. LoriMarch 25, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Beautiful Giovana!! I absolutely love the colors you used!!!

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  5. Karen (TLgirl353)March 25, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    Giovana- your card is so pretty. I am currently working on one with the birdcage stamp. HOep to finish it tomorrow.

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  6. stampqueenMarch 25, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Beautiful!!!! Love how you did the ribbon!!!

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  7. icraftMarch 25, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Just so beautiful.

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  8. joyMarch 25, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Great stitching! and I love the bow!

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  9. BrookeMarch 25, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    Beautiful card Giovana. I love the ribbon and the birdcage stamp.

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  10. CarolinaMarch 26, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    Such a darlin' card Giovana and love the bit of glitz on the bird...such a nice touch!

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  11. Sue VanDeVusseMarch 26, 2011 at 3:29 AM

    Very pretty! Love your eye for details.

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  12. Debbie RogersMarch 26, 2011 at 5:52 AM

    Another winner Giovana. Stunning as ever!

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  13. buggin2stampMarch 26, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    Beautiful card Giovana! I love the soft feel and that beautiful bow.

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  14. LageneMarch 26, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Beautiful distressed card!!! I've got to get some of those liquid pearls!

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  15. Teri CMarch 26, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Oh, how pretty! Love it!

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  16. PatSMarch 26, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Lovely card. I just bought a birdcage stamps. Thanks for all the inspiration I need!

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  17. Ms QadirahMarch 26, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Simply lovely.

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  18. UnknownMarch 26, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Lovley card, Giovana, so many wonderful details, where to look first? GORGEOUS!

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  19. MelanieMarch 26, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    so many wonderful details! love your colors, punches ribbon and added bling!! awesome!!

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  20. JoMarch 26, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Beautiful! Love all the details!

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  21. ChristineMarch 26, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Beautiful card, you never fail to inspire me!

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  22. terrieMarch 26, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    I like your card very much..great colors...well odne

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  23. CynthiaMarch 26, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Lovely card, Giovana!

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  24. argonlakeMarch 26, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Love the vintage look.

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  25. --MarcyMarch 26, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Tremendous! Super colors!

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  26. Jenny McGeeMarch 26, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    So pretty. I love the bling, fun, fun.

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  27. JoanMarch 26, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Beautiful card...I can't believe the perfect swirls you did free hand with liquid pearls. Amazing....love the stitching too.

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  28. Cheryl S.March 26, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    I absolutely love everything about this card. The bird with the added glitz adds a lot to the card as does the ribbon, the fluid pearls and your bow!

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  29. Lynn B.March 26, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Great job, as always!

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  30. cal8007March 26, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Giovana,

    Tu tarjeta está divina! Felicidades por tu gran talento. Me encantan las perlas y especialmente la técnica que usaste con el sello.

    Gracias por tu inspiratción

    Abrazos,

    Carmen L
    cal8007 at aol dot com

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  31. JaniceMarch 26, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Like this a lot.

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  32. MelissaMarch 26, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Gorgeous card Giovana! Love the colors you used!

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  33. peggy wainmanMarch 26, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Love the bling and ribbon treatment!

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  34. ddladyMarch 26, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Giovana, your card is beautiful. Love the bling and the bow!

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  35. CaroleMarch 26, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Beautiful. I love the way you do your ribbons.

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  36. klkdak0202March 26, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    This is a great card! I love the stitching around the edge and the bird stamp. This card would be great for someone's graduation. Very nice!!!

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  37. SandyMarch 26, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    Love the details.

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  38. gostlady6March 26, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    I love the card. I have the liq pearls but forget to use them this will encourage me to get them out.

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  39. Lois Cook BerrettMarch 26, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    Beautiful. I loved the stitching around it.

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  40. jean w.March 26, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    Wow love this new birdcage stamp! Great card!

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  41. DebMarch 26, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    Love this, Giovana! Emily's papers and Mel's stamp w/ the liquid pearls look gorgeous with this kit stamp! LOVE it, love your elegant style!

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  42. Dawn MossMarch 26, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    Very pretty. I love the colors and the vintage bird print. Great job! Dawn

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  43. Bertha WMarch 26, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Love your card. Thanks for sharing.

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  44. CarolMarch 26, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Giovana, what a pretty card, love the bling and the liquid pearls. Bird cage with the pretty ribbon, nice touch.

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  45. SusanMarch 26, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Your card is soft and lovely Giovana. Love the birdcage and ribbon.

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  46. The Vannoy FamilyMarch 26, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    What a CU-TE card Giovana- love your ribbon embellishment! Thanks for sharing! Always love the CSS Alumni hops!

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  47. bernietom47March 26, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    Beautiful and perfect in every way!
    Blessings Bernie

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  48. PattybMarch 26, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Your card is so gorgeous! Love the birdcage, and all of your neat effects!
    Blessings Pat

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  49. kamlr65March 26, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    You brought so many elements together and they look fabulous. Great job!

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  50. mypaperpleasureMarch 26, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    It is gorgeous card, and it is lovely, simple and elegant.

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  51. redwasher1March 26, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Gorgeous card!! Great stitching!!

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  52. Pat JandacekMarch 26, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    Anything with birds is always a hit with me. TFS

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  53. LyndaGMarch 26, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Beautiful. Everything about this card is fabulous...the colors..thye eleents...the choice of paper...the pearls...the ribbon. just love it

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  54. lakergirlMarch 26, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Absolutely lovely card- I especially love the background paper- reminds me of European wallpaper- just lovely!
    Kim

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  55. Nana GriffinMarch 26, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Very pretty! I love how you added the bling on it.

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  56. KVencelMarch 26, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    You can make the most out of ribbon! Lovely bow!

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  57. ecpiercyMarch 26, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Great vintage look! Love your card!

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  58. BrendaMarch 26, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    What a beautiful card Giovana!!

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  59. ValerieMarch 26, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Love the song on your blog! Great job on the card. Nicely detailed.

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  60. Dolce ImpressionsMarch 26, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    It's so fun looking at all the different ideas that come from one sketch.

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  61. JennieMarch 27, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    Such a classy design Giovana!! Love the bling on this....great use of that set too!

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  62. Lisa MincklerMarch 27, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    I've never said a card was luxurious before, but this is absolutely luxurious!! Very beautiful. :)

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  63. Pamela LashMarch 27, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    The ribbon and pearls really add dimension! Love the look!

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  64. Kay SMarch 27, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Beautiful card as always, Giovana! Love the colors and the touch of bling!

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  65. Connie GageMarch 27, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Adorable card, love the bird cage and how you did this card.

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  66. firstgrandma6March 27, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    The bling on the yellow is really pretty. I have trouble putting the liquid pearl on things. Great job!

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  67. Christine MacneilMarch 27, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Beautiful card, Giovanna! Love how the bling makes it all pop.

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  68. JoanMarch 27, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    I always love your work, Giovana. Beautiful soft colors. Thanks for sharing.

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  69. ArleneMarch 27, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    Beautiful work - great background.

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  70. Paulette SMarch 27, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Love this card Giovana, the vintage colors and that bird cage.

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  71. ParkerMarch 27, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Creative artistry with the Liquid Pearls, scrunched ribbon and everything in between. Thank you for sharing.

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  72. POSHMarch 27, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    The color palette is great. I love the pearls on the panel and the satiny ribbon has a great texture.
    Thanks for sharing.

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  73. Nancy JensenMarch 27, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Very pretty! I always love coming to your blog!

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  74. Debbie BradfordMarch 28, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    Amazing card! So pretty and feminine.

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  75. JaneenMarch 28, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    lovely, I do like that set so much!

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  76. Crafty Math ChickMarch 28, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    Beautiful! I love your use of Emily's lemon drop grunge paper and that pretty crunched up ribbon!

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  77. Lisa R.March 28, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Love the stitching and liquid pearls! Thanks for sharing. joy4umetoo at hotmail dot com

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  78. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Cute card, the little bird in the cage is so cute, and lovely color!!
    Thanks
    Donna Przy...

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  79. VictorianroseMarch 30, 2011 at 5:33 AM

    Bird in a cage, one of my most fav. stamps!

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