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Thursday, August 27, 2009

Double Challenge Vintage Halloween

When I woke up this morning, there were certain things I knew I wanted to accomplish....like laundry, make the beds, bake a lemon chiffon cake, and do the Midnight Madness Challenge. When I saw that the challenge at Splitcoast Stampers this morning for the "Way to Use It" was vintage, I knew I just had to combine the two.
My card today was layered four times. I used clear liquid embossing on all the images. The pumpkins are stickers from K & Company and I liquid embossed them as well. I crochet the flowers on this card and put a rhinestone in the middle that matches the rhinestones I applied on the sizzx swirl. The Martha Stewart branch punch was used to accent the flowers as well.

The paper used in this card is called the Indian Summer Fall Stack that I got at JoAnn's a few weeks ago. It is just full of the most luscious colors for fall. You are going to want to get a couple of these for your stash.

I hope you enjoyed viewing my card. Don't forget to join us at Midnight Madness for lots of fun and fabulous prizes. There is even cash up for grabs. Who couldn't use a little cash for those trips to JoAnn's and Michael's....lol Thanks and have a great day.

Carol
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23 comments:

  1. PhyllisAugust 27, 2009 at 5:05 PM

    Awesome Halloween card. Cute, cute image and all your embellishments are wonderful. Love that paper too! Thanks you BEARY much for playing Miss September Guest Designer Diva and former Midnight Madness Masterpiece winner!! Yea!!

    Phyllis MMDesign Team

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  2. CarolynAugust 27, 2009 at 5:28 PM

    You can do no wrong, can you? Absolutely magnificent! I just LOVE seeing every single creation that you make. I am always in awe. Thank you so much for playing with us at the MMSC this week. It is such a pleasure to have you, and we hope that you will continue to play with us in the coming weeks.

    If you love blog candy, pop over to my blog and check out some really fun stuff that I have up for grabs right now.

    Carolyn, MMSC DT
    http://creativecardcorner.blogspot.com/

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  3. Winnie and PattyAugust 27, 2009 at 5:43 PM

    You crocheted your own flowers???? They are WAY too cute!!!! Love this card, and thanks so much for your earlier email!!!!! I just love this card, especially the extra jack-o-lanterns! Very nice Carol! TFS

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  4. Michelle's DaydreamsAugust 27, 2009 at 6:07 PM

    Hi Carol, Another stunning creation! Amazing detail and of course I'm still loving those crocheted flowers. :) I'm so glad you play along each week!
    Michelle MMDT

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  5. marilynprestonnAugust 27, 2009 at 9:04 PM

    I just had to become a follower of your blog Carol. Your cards, they attract and intrigue me. You make really intricate details, and I think you are so sweet in your comments with us stampers.

    Many thanks,

    Peggy a new follower of your blog!

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  6. Jane, at ThepaperaffairAugust 27, 2009 at 9:30 PM

    OK, I want to know if you made that cake or not. I do love those flowers and how that card came together, I need to start thinking Halloween - the witch is in, LOL. I love it, I even got a black cat too because this is my favorite Holiday, please tell me it is a Holiday!! Thanks for playing at Midnight Madness, please come back.

    I have some blog candy up so 'fly' on by.

    Jane MMSC DT

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  7. UnknownAugust 27, 2009 at 10:07 PM

    What a super cute card...I love all the layering and those flowers are beautiful!
    -Cher

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  8. Ali ManningAugust 27, 2009 at 10:25 PM

    I saw your card on Splitcoast and just had to come here and comment. You did such a wonderful job with this card - there is such attention to detail. Thanks so much for sharing!

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  9. PriscillaAugust 27, 2009 at 11:45 PM

    wowzer..I am so glad you took the side picture...it is just a fantastic card all around :) Thank you so much for playing each week at the Midnight Madness sketch challenge.
    Priscilla
    MMSC Hostess

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  10. designsfromwithinbycharlotteAugust 28, 2009 at 12:34 AM

    Carol, what a fabulous creation you have here...I think I need to step away from the computer coz I just keep finding my way back here just to see what you create next!!
    Your colors are just perfect for this Halloween cutie, and you are right the DP are lush! When you click to look at the card closer you really get to see all those beautiful details around your crocheted flowers! Again, absolutely gorgeous!
    Thanks so much for playing with us.
    Hugs,
    Charlotte
    MMSC DT

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  11. JudyAugust 28, 2009 at 8:09 AM

    Carol, Wow that Halloween card is a beauty! Congratulations on making Midnight Madness Guest Designer for September.

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  12. Jane, at ThepaperaffairAugust 28, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    A BIG WELCOME to you at Midnight Madness, I am so excited to work along side you, you do wonderful creations. Thank you for joining us!!

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  13. designsfromwithinbycharlotteAugust 28, 2009 at 10:14 AM

    Carol...see I'm back again!!! Welcome to the Midnight Madness DT...I'm just so thrilled to be working along side you for the next month. Your creations are always so beautiful and your the comments you leave for others so thoughtful! Congratulations and enjoy the journey with us.
    Hugs and have a wonderful weekend.
    Charlotte

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  14. peggysueAugust 28, 2009 at 10:27 AM

    Congratulations on being chosen as guest designer. Well deserved, your creations are so lovely.

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  15. PennyAugust 28, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    I love this card, I think what I like the most is the 3d-ness of it! Thanks so much for the comment on my blog :)

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  16. Carol LAugust 28, 2009 at 8:25 PM

    What a cool card! I love the crochet flowers, and googly-eyed jack-o-lanterns, and those fabulous papers! Awesome!!

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  17. Sue McMahonAugust 28, 2009 at 11:07 PM

    Hi Carol! Happy Halloween! This card is scarey, beautiful, cute, and sweet all in one! Awesome job this week!

    Sue
    MMDT Member

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  18. Jeni C Slack (^0^)August 29, 2009 at 9:23 PM

    Gorgeous!! I love the crochet flowers :) and those pumpkins just make me smile. Terrific job, your mojo has picked up so quickly, Lady! xox ~Jeni

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  19. Stephanie JAugust 30, 2009 at 8:19 AM

    I love the image you used, and you did an awesome job with the vintage look. That crochet flower in the corner is super cute, too! AND - congrats on your Guest Designer spot!!!!

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  20. Denise @ kc242August 30, 2009 at 11:11 AM

    Carol Gorgeous Halloween Card. I really like all of your embellishments and all of the fine details. Great job on the sketch challenge!

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  21. stephanneAugust 30, 2009 at 5:27 PM

    This is spectacular!! Really, I love every bit of it!! That vintage image is one of my faves, I love how you've layered it and added a bit of sparkle, the papers are delicious and your stitchwork couldn't be any more complimentary, it is just perfect!! The crochet flowers are spectacular, I love them, I SOOOOO wish I was inclined in that department, because seeing yours is making me yearn for them even more!!! Lovin' the swirls and branches together, it looks fantastic. Really really brilliant work. I am going to love seeing your work on the MMSC blog, congratulations on your GDT spot, and thanks too because I can see already that you are going to be VERY inspiring ;)
    Stephanne

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  22. elibeegifts.co.ukAugust 31, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    A beautiful card and I love those flowers.xx

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  23. RosemarySeptember 12, 2009 at 10:21 AM

    I love this card - I love retro images and this is spectacular (not kidding), this is a great card and yes, I love those little retail therapy trips to Joann's and Michaels, and AC Moore, etc....

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Bear Hugs,
Carol :o}