Friday, March 25, 2011

Gina K CSS Alumni Sketch Hop!!

Hi everyone and welcome to the Gina K Center Stage Spotlight hop!!  If you've arrived from Kay's blog you are on the right track, if not, be sure to stop by Stamp TV to start at the beginning!!   For this hop we have a great sketch from Melissa!!  Love this sketch: 
For my card I wanted to use the new Free with 3, Stenciled Spring.  I fell in love with this set the second I saw it and the new color Wild Lilac is gorgeous!!  I was so inspired by the video Gina did today for the color challenge, I had to do the same thing.  It has been a long time since I have colored on my stamps so it was a lot of fun!!

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!  Next on the hop is Melissa!

Supplies:
Stamps:  Gina K Stenciled Spring
Paper:  Gina K White & Wild Lilac
Ink: Memento London Fog,  Memento Markers:  Bamboo Leaves, London Fog, LuLu Lavendar, New Sprout & Grape Jelly
Tools/Accessories:  White Pearls, Gina K Ribbon, Nestabilites Pierceabilities

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87 comments:

  1. MiesjeMarch 25, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Lori, this is so pretty! Love the colors and the layout! Just got my order and can't wait to play with those stamps. REALLY like this card!

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  2. CheriMarch 25, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    What a delicate card, Lori. You did a fabulous job inking this stamp and I'm thinking I need to add this to my shopping list at GKD.

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  3. Theresa MomberMarch 25, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Lori, this is brilliant! Love that delicate pierced border.

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  4. Karen (TLgirl353)March 25, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    Lori- this is fabulous! The colors are perfect! I got this set, and am hoping to ink it up tomorrow!

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  5. stampqueenMarch 25, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Awesome card!!! Love the colors!!!

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  6. joyMarch 25, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    What gorgeous colors! -- I really like the little touch of bling!

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  7. Giovana March 25, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    Beautiful Lori!!

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  8. CarolinaMarch 26, 2011 at 2:45 AM

    Love how you colored this image Lori and the paper pieced section on the edge is the perfect touch! Just darlin' in every way!

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  9. Sue VanDeVusseMarch 26, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    The way you colored that stamp is gorgeous! Love the layered ribbons and that beautiful border.

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  10. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    This is beautiful...so dainty and delicate.
    crafty teacher

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  11. Debbie RogersMarch 26, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Your card has such a clean & fresh look to it. Lovely!

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  12. buggin2stampMarch 26, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Beautiful! I love the dominating white on this card and the fun purple.

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  13. LageneMarch 26, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Beautiful!!! Love the pierced boarder!

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  14. Teri CMarch 26, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    Soft and pretty.

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  15. Ms QadirahMarch 26, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Clean, simple and beautiful.

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  16. PatSMarch 26, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Beautiful card. I love the stencil affect!

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  17. UnknownMarch 26, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Pretty, pretty card, Lori. The border looks great and perfect colors for this stamp! Nicely Done!

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  18. MelanieMarch 26, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    gorgeous design with the lilac , haven't used yet, but my pack just arrived, you've inspired me! hugs!

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  19. ChristineMarch 26, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    I love the colors.

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  20. JoMarch 26, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    What a beautiful card. Love the colors.

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  21. terrieMarch 26, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    I must say I really like your card.
    great choice of colors...well done
    zullu26@aol.com

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  22. CynthiaMarch 26, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Sweet CAS design, Lori.

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  23. --MarcyMarch 26, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    So sweet! Lavender is a "must" for spring!

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  24. argonlakeMarch 26, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Lovely the way the deep purple side borders bring out the color of the flowers.

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  25. Jenny McGeeMarch 26, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    Love the stencil look. That stamp set looks like a must have.

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  26. dzydotMarch 26, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    always love purles on a card. Nice display of color. Thnx for sharing

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  27. Cheryl S.March 26, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    What a wonderful card with the Wild Lilac color and the Stenciled Spring set. This card certainly lets us know Spring is here!

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  28. cal8007March 26, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Gorgeous, just gorgeous! The lilac against the white cardstock just pops!!

    TFS

    Carmen L
    cal8007 at aol dot com

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  29. GerryMarch 26, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Very lovely. The purple and white is very impressive looking

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  30. Lynn B.March 26, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    Very pretty! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  31. Connie AsperMarch 26, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    You've created a beautiful card. Thanks for sharing.

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  32. peggy wainmanMarch 26, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    I love all the shades of purple you used, lovely!

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  33. Gayle C.March 26, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Very, Very Pretty

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  34. ddladyMarch 26, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Lori, loved the delicate look of your card! The purple and white look wonderful and love the paperpiercing.

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  35. pqueenieMarch 26, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    This card is absolutely fabulous!!

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  36. GoldaMarch 26, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    That is absolutely wonderful!

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  37. CaroleMarch 26, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Beautiful coloring. I like that border and the way you did the ribbon.

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  38. SandyMarch 26, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Very pretty! Love that stamp.

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  39. Lois Cook BerrettMarch 26, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    Stunning card. What more can I say except thanks?

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  40. JoanMarch 26, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Love this card, it's so Springy.

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  41. jean w.March 26, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Lori what a great card!

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  42. DebMarch 26, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Hello, friend! LOVE this! I am in love with that new Wild Lilac, and you could not have paired it with a more perfect stamp! So beautiful, especially with the lovely piercing and pearls!

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  43. Dawn MossMarch 26, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Love it. Such pretty colors and I love the piercing on the end. Dawn

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  44. CarolMarch 26, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    I can't wait to try Gina's inspiration also. Love your color choices and the CAS design.

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  45. Bertha WMarch 26, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    I love this stamp set too! Thanks for sharing.

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  46. Sharon MattinglyMarch 26, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    What a beautiful card - simple yet elegant. Love the purple and white.

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  47. SusanMarch 26, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    What a feiminie card -- I love the way you stamped the sentiment on the side. I often forget to change things up this way!

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  48. The Vannoy FamilyMarch 26, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    What a CU-TE card Lori - love your color scheme! Thanks for sharing! Always love the CSS Alumni hops!

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  49. bernietom47March 26, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Fabulous card! Love that pierced border, so delicate and elegant. I LOVE the wild lilac.
    Blessings Bernie

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  50. PattybMarch 26, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Oh, how I love your card! The stenciled stamps are gorgeous, and I love the beautiful border!
    Blessings, Pat

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  51. kamlr65March 26, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Very pretty card - your colored stamping is great. Lovely!

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  52. redwasher1March 26, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    WOW!! Your card is gorgeous!! I love the colors and the layout!!

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  53. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Nice work. I like the colors you chose.
    Jean McGee

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  54. Pat JandacekMarch 26, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    It really looks like a stenciled design. Beautiful coloring and so nicely done in all respects. Lovely card. TFS

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  55. LyndaGMarch 26, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    lovely card

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  56. KVencelMarch 26, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    This color is so awesome! You did a great job coloring the stamp!

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  57. Nana GriffinMarch 26, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Wonderful idea and the colors are great!

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  58. ecpiercyMarch 26, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    More purples! Love it!

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  59. BrendaMarch 26, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Lori your card is so pretty! I love the paper piercing, very effective.

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  60. MonicaMarch 26, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Beautiful card!

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  61. ValerieMarch 26, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    Pretty card, love the purple, its a great addition to the color line at Stamp TV

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  62. Dolce ImpressionsMarch 27, 2011 at 12:51 AM

    Love the stencil look beautiful card.

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  63. JennieMarch 27, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Pretty card Lori! Love how you used the stencil image.

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  64. Lisa MincklerMarch 27, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    Purple is my absolute favorite card and I'm giddy about this one! So very fresh and pretty. Great card!!

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  65. Pamela LashMarch 27, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    I also love purple so you had me at the color and then throw in the pearls - wow!

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  66. Kay SMarch 27, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    So, so pretty, Lori! Love the way you colored the stencil stamp and that pierceabilities you used on the purple is gorgeous!

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  67. AnonymousMarch 27, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    Love the card and that set!
    RosieG(gramig05)

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  68. Connie GageMarch 27, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    Love this card very much, so neat.

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  69. firstgrandma6March 27, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    Really pretty. I might try this as a Mother's day card.

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  70. Christine MacneilMarch 27, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Beautiful card, Lori. Love how this stamp set looks when colored! Great stenciling!!!

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  71. Barbara BryantMarch 27, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    Lori as soon as I get off here I have got to make me one of these thank you

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  72. JoanMarch 27, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    What a pretty card. The colors are wonderful. This dainty card could have many uses. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  73. AnonymousMarch 27, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    WOW What a beautiful card. Love the colour.
    Thanks for sharing,
    Donna B

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  74. ArleneMarch 27, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Very nice - fun orientation of the sentiment.

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  75. AnonymousMarch 27, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Very lovely card, Lori.
    Love your calls..........

    Joan
    MN
    gjgarlough@aol.com

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  76. ParkerMarch 27, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    You used one of my favorite stamp sets. Your card not only looks Springtime, but it is so dainty as well. Thank you for sharing.

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  77. POSHMarch 27, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    I love the colors. Great card.
    Thanks for sharing.

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  78. Nancy JensenMarch 28, 2011 at 2:46 AM

    Very pretty! Great colors and paper piercing.

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  79. Debbie BradfordMarch 28, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    so pretty. thanks for sharing it.

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  80. JanMarch 28, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Such a pretty card. Simple and elegant.

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  81. JaneenMarch 28, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    this is the kind of card that i like to make. Thank you, fresh and clean, and it gives me an idea for using up a bit more of my way too plentiful stash of eggplant envy cardstock from many years ago.

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  82. Crafty Math ChickMarch 28, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    This is SUCH a pretty set - and you used it so beautifully Lori - love the color combination and sparkle!
    ~Meredith

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  83. AnonymousMarch 28, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    love it! thanks for sharing your talents!
    linda patti tpatti@windstream.net

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  84. MelissaMarch 28, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    What a beautiful card Lori! I love the purples/greens together!

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  85. Lisa R.March 28, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Love the stencil looking stamp! Great job with colors and layers. Thanks for sharing. joy4umetoo at hotmail dot com

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  86. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Lovely card, love the rich purple and I also like how you put the sentiment on the side like that.
    Wonderful card!!
    Donna Przy...

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  87. VictorianroseMarch 30, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Lavender, one of my favorite colors, so "springy"!

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