Monday, October 8, 2007

The 31 Days of Angelosity- Day 2

Hello, friends. Back to the countdown! Today is Day 2, but counting backwards that means there are 30 days left until November 7! Isn't this fun? I think so. There were 5 cards made with yesterday's sketch so far. Remember, you can go back to any sketch on any day during the countdown and design a card or cards using that sketch. And each design will count towards the blog candy treasure trove. See all of the rules here!
What am I adding to the box of goodies today? I have 30 decorative brads! I LOVE brads and have lots of 'em. I put a sampling of some of my favorites in the box today. Here is a pic:
And, here is today's sketch:
I had NO idea I would love this sketch as much as I do. It's another easy sketch because my goal is to make them easy.
Lately, I have been looking at decorative paper a whole new way! I mostly use my DP to make cards although some day I do hope to scrap. So, when I go to Hobby Lobby or Michael's to pick out paper I do so with an eye on how it I can cut it down to a card size. I try to stay away from overly large designs. I especially LOVE a sheet of quotes or a design I can cut into strips. And when I saw this piece of paper by K&I Memories called Christmas Trees, I knew these trees would be precious used individually on a card.
I put a piece of green paper underneath so you can see where I punched out the trees. I also used another sheet in the same line called Christmas Ribbon Stripe. The possibilities are endless with these papers. But here are the 2 cards I made:















I am trying to make 2 of every card I make during these 31 days. Since I am giving away one set, I will have a set to keep as well.
Here is a detail shot so you can see the sparkle:

Card Recipe:
Stamps: Hmmmm- Nope, NONE
Ink: Hmmmm- Nope, NONE
Paper: Yes (LOL) Wild Wasabi, Pink Passion, K&I Memories DP
Accessories: Vellum metal edge tags, jewels, Clear Stardust Gelly Roll pen, Dazzling Diamonds glitter, button, ribbon from HL (green polka dot) and Michael's (pink polka dot), 1 1/4 in circle punch


That's all I have for now, friends. I'll be back tomorrow with another sketch and a card. Don't forget to comment on today's post for a chance to win the set of cards. And link here to your card if you try out a sketch.
I DO feel like stampin'! (And coming up with more sketches...any ideas?)
Blessings~
Angel

31 comments:

Rose Ann said...

Pretty cards and layout! I love the sparkle!

Anonymous said...

no stamping!?! WOW - Those cards turned out great!

~Shade of my Heart~ said...

Angel.. I have having WAY too much fun with this! I think I have stamped more in the past 2 days than I have in the past 2 weeks!!!
Here's my go on Sketch #2!
http://texan5.blogspot.com/2007/10/too-much-fun.html

Unknown said...

Beautiful card. Very nice.
Chrystal

Gina Wrona said...

Awesome sketch layout & cards!

Anonymous said...

I love this paper! and how you made this card! My b day is Nov 8th!!!! how fun!

The Cryer Family said...

Great idea!
Thanks so much for your beautiful Thank You card - it came today, and I absolutely love it! Made my day.
Helen x

Cathy Spicer said...

I love the birthday countdown. I always tell people they should celebrate at least a full month and not just one day. GREAT card idea.

Cathy

Brenmarie said...

Angela this is soo much fun. I took your sketch from yesterday and made it into a layout! I'll be sure to send you the picture.

Linda SS said...

That's an interesting sketch and I love what you did with it. It worked so perfectly with the cute tree paper. The trees are adorable, I hope I can find that paper at my LSS.

Anonymous said...

These cards are adorable! Luv the cutie Christmas tree paper & colours!

Deborah said...

Love this fun countdown! I will do my best to play too! Your cards are great!
Deb

Monica-FC said...

I printed this one out also. this gives me something to work on for your countdown and i will post then. many thanks for sharing.

doverdi said...

Great cards & sketches. I love the colors. TFS

Patti Gingrich said...

These cards ROCK! TFS!!!

Anonymous said...

I love the tree card! I will definitely use this sketch...maybe even in time for your contest! :)

Fe-Fe said...

Love these cards. They look so effective.

CreativeMish said...

This is a fun card! I'm saving all the templates!!

Tip Junkie said...

Those cards are amazing!!

Cheryl KVD said...

Here's my card for this sketch:

http://cakvd2.blogspot.com/2007/10/angelosity-card-challenge-2.html

Thanks!
Cheryl KVD

Tricia T said...

Boy, oh boy! I have some catching up to do. Here's my card for sketch #2!!

http://simplystamping.blogspot.com/2007/10/giving-thanks.html

Betty O said...

Too, too cute! I know what I'm gonna do tomorrow -- stamp, stamp, stamp!

Rachel V. said...

Finally found some time. I've got lots of catching up to do!!!

My version of sketch #2

Cindy Vernon said...

Here's mine!
http://cindyvernon.blogspot.com/2007/10/finally.html

Jayme Downs said...

Here's mine.. sketch 2 http://scrappermama.blogspot.com/2007/10/31-days-of-angelosity-sketch-1.html

Rose Ann said...

I made a card for your challenge. Thanks, Angel! (I wish I could do them all, but time doesn't allow).

http://paperdelightz.blogspot.com/2007/10/final-strutt-your-stuff.html

riggy said...

I had so much fun with this sketch. I used this sketch to make a birthday card for my father-in-law. Love your cards and sketches..Such a fun blog.
Here is my take on this sketch
http://riggyshappyspace.blogspot.com/2007/10/sketch-2.html

Maria said...

Awesome Sketch Angel. . .love the colors that you used for the card.

Here is my card for this sketch:

http://cardinspired.blogspot.com/2007/10/cards-for-angels-challengeblog-candy.html

It's the second card.

I created the card with a horizontal orientation but I did follow the sketch. Hope it's okay.

Maria

Unknown said...

Here is my card for Sketch #2...have a great day :)
http://www.ringslikeabell.com/2007/10/24/reindeer-greetings/

MelissaS said...

Here's my link to card #2. Hopefully today I will get #3 uploaded and stamp #s 4 and 5. Good thing there is still over a week left to catch up! Thanks for sharing.
http://whatdoyouink.blogspot.com/2007/10/angelosity-sketch-2.html

Anonymous said...

I am emailing your a card with this sketch. It is email lettered A as it has mulitiple cards included in the email. Thanks!