January 19, 2013

Week 3: Hip to be Square

Wow, 3 consistent weeks! I am so proud of myself. I must say that I am getting use to my weekly card making appointment. I look forward to challenges, and trying new ideas. Its really nice to have a relaxing hobby that does not involve exercise and is still productive. I use to have a really hard time justifying relaxation time. However, I have found that crafting helps to relieve stress but I don't feel it is "wasted" time (as I do when I do other things).

This weeks card was inspired by a sketch by CAS(E) this sketch! What a great way to highlight some of the smaller stamp that you have, use up old scraps of paper, or leftover die cuts from other projects. The design is simple but makes such a big impact. LOVE IT!

Hip to be Square

Stamps: Images - Recollections (available at Michaels)
        Sentiment - Red Rubber Designs: Cuddly Christmas

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  1. Teresa KlineJanuary 19, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    this is adorable, I too luv playing with challenges. here is a blog that lists everyday the challenges for that day.....some are no longer up, but there are still a lot of good ones.
    http://dailydare4u.blogspot.com/
    It has not been updates since the 7th, but you can still scroll and see...hope you have a wonderful weekend.

    enjoy *~*

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    1. Cathy G.January 19, 2013 at 2:57 PM

      Thanks for the tip Teresa! I recently subscribed to: http://felineplayful.blogspot.ca/

      It lists all the challenges posted that day including what the challenge is. It is a huge time saver! It also posts all the winners from previous challenges. If you haven't checked it out I highly recommend it!

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  2. Donna NuceJanuary 19, 2013 at 2:33 PM

    I agree with you. Cardmaking and crafting does relieve stress! So here's to more relaxing days! Great cards, by the way! I am a new follower!

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    1. Cathy G.January 19, 2013 at 2:48 PM

      Thanks for joining me Donna! I always love new faces.

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  3. ChristineJanuary 19, 2013 at 6:13 PM

    Love the card. I will have to go play. I haven't been using Feline Playful. I'm off to check it out. I manually go through my blog lists and this can take FOREVER!

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    1. Cathy G.January 19, 2013 at 11:15 PM

      Well I'm happy to repay all the knowledge that you have bestowed upon me. It took me a while to find but I figured there must be a master list somewhere.

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  4. JennJanuary 19, 2013 at 8:17 PM

    Oh I love this sketch, and your card is great! Thanks for playing with Christmas Card Challenges, I hope you'll continue to join us!

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    1. Cathy G.January 19, 2013 at 11:16 PM

      Thanks Jenn! I'm challenging myself to make 3 Christmas cards a month so I will try to join Christmas Card Challenges as much as I can.

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  5. lostinpaperJanuary 20, 2013 at 9:05 PM

    Look at you, I'm so jealous when I see people making Christmas cards already... well done you! I just LoVe your sweet little images and how the DP totally pops!
    Thanks so much for sharing at CAS(E) this Sketch this week!

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    1. Cathy G.January 21, 2013 at 6:28 AM

      Thank you! I will have to admit that this is the first time in my life I have been so organized with my Christmas cards. In fact other card giving opportunities have come and gone without me having any time to make any others.

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  6. Karolyn at Paper TherapyJanuary 22, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    I'm so glad you've found a groove with a hobby that you love - it's so important to have "me" time, don't you think? Your take on the sketch is super cute - and now you have a head start on your holiday cards! BONUS! Thanks so much for playing with us at CAS(E) This Sketch - we're so glad you did!

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  7. Cathy G.January 22, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    Thank you Karolyn! Its great having such wonderful support from fellow crafters.

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