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Midland, GA, United States
My Dad was an artist, so I grew up in a museum of sorts, surrounded by art and encouraged to explore my creative side.

Saturday, October 5, 2013

Stars and Stripes


I made an "Any Hero" card for this blog hop, something I want to do more of in the future, to say "thank you" to our American soldiers serving overseas.

 I based my design on OWH Sketch Challenge # 184  (turned sideways).



Supplies:  Paper Studio Outline Stars pattern paper and A2 Stripes embossing folder, PaperTrey Ink Happy Harlequin stamp set, Stampin' Up Night of Navy, Naturals White cardstock, Because I Care sentiment, Night of Navy ink and Finishing Touches Edgelits, a scrap of red paper and Recollections star-shaped brads. 

Happy World Card Making Day, everyone! 

Enjoy the blog hop, here's another link to head you back to the main site.  Thanks for stopping by!

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28 comments:

  1. KaraOctober 5, 2013 at 4:52 AM

    Love the subdued colorway with this.

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  2. KatherineOctober 5, 2013 at 5:06 AM

    The "custom star" using the Harlequin stamps looks terrific!

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  3. UnknownOctober 5, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    I really like this card. It has a quilted look and feel to me. Very nice. TFS!

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  4. AnonymousOctober 5, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    I love seeing shapes other than exactly what is on a sketch. I always struggle with thinking outside the box when looking at sketches. You did a fabulous job. I love the textures and warm look of the card. Thanks for sharing!

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  5. AnonymousOctober 5, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    I like the softness of the colors in these papers, and your star is really a work of art. Very nice!

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  6. JulieOctober 5, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Great card, Ellen! Love that big stripey star! This is sure to put a smile on a hero's face! Happy WCMD!

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  7. CherieOctober 5, 2013 at 10:47 AM

    Love all of those star accents. What a pretty card.

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  8. Sue DOctober 5, 2013 at 4:06 PM

    Wonderful patriotic card--love the striped star.

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  9. AnonymousOctober 5, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Great all-American card! Thanks for sharing.

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  10. Kathy SOctober 5, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    Wow - what is that star made from? Very fun.

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    1. Ellen C.October 5, 2013 at 6:06 PM

      Six little diamond shapes from PTI Happy Harlequin stamp set (often used in argyle-like patterns).

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  11. Paula S.October 5, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    Such a classic styling and the antique colors work beautifully with it. You did an amazing job getting the stripes in your star so perfectly aligned. Thanks for joining in the hop today and supporting OWH!

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  12. Jody GreenOctober 5, 2013 at 4:48 PM

    Nice work, Ellen. Loving the star - looks complicated. TFS!

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  13. JessieOctober 5, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    Love the quilted look of this card. A lovely patriotic card! Happy WCMD!

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  14. Ruth GOctober 5, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    This is just perfect in every way! Great colors and images and nice way to use the sketch! Thanks so much for supporting OWH!

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  15. Dixie CochranOctober 5, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    This card will surely make a Hero happy. I love it!

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  16. KellyRaeOctober 6, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    Wonderful card and I especially love the colors and stars!

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  17. *Vicki*October 6, 2013 at 11:04 AM

    WOW!! So gorgeous!! Love the different star elements on this! Thanks for sharing this for World Card Making Day! :) HUGS

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  18. Jen MOctober 6, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    I really love how you made that star (had to read the comments, LOL). You got the stripes lined up so perfectly!! This is really lovely.

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  19. RufusOctober 6, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    I'm with Jen (above) that star is super!! Thanks for supporting OWH and our Heroes!!
    R/

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  20. BobbisTreasureOctober 6, 2013 at 5:19 PM

    Beautifully executed card, your elements work together perfectly!!!

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  21. LindaOctober 6, 2013 at 6:34 PM

    I have a diamond punch so I am definitely CASEing your star! TFS!!!

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    1. Ellen C.October 8, 2013 at 9:00 AM

      You're so lucky, a diamond punch would be a great help in making this star! Enjoy!

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  22. AprilOctober 6, 2013 at 7:38 PM

    Great colors and love all the different textures. Thanks for sharing. April

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  23. Camille ShortOctober 6, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    I love the card, especially the colors. Great job!

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  24. AnnOctober 7, 2013 at 6:25 AM

    Awesome card! I LOVE the big star and the star paper is very fun!

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  25. Debbie Fisher (debbiedee)October 7, 2013 at 4:10 PM

    love how you cut the striped paper to create your star

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  26. Donna NuceOctober 9, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    I like how you did that big star! Really amazing. Great patriotic card. Thanks for your support of OWH.

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