Friday, June 28, 2013

Red, White and Blue

I just got back from a wonderful 2 week stay on the island of Kos. I really enjoyed the holiday, but it's sooo great to be back home! I've been without internet access during my trip, and I've missed blogging, crafting - and sleeping in my own bed! I have one more week off, so I'll have plenty of time to do whatever I want next week!

I'm "warming up" with this male birthday card in red, white and blue, and a bit of kraft. The image is a Teddy Bo digi, which I've colored using Promarkers. I've used 2 DPs for his card. As for decoration I've used 2 ribbons, twine, 3 buttons, a star sticker, a star metal charm and a ticket with sentiment. I finished off my card adding doodled lines using a black pen.

This card is for these challenges:
1) Charisma Cardz - #25 1, 2, 3 Recipe (1 image, 2 DPs, 3 buttons)
2) Delightful Challenges - Red White and Blue
3) A Gem of a Challenge - #85 Male Birthday
4) Make it Monday - Anything Goes
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25 comments:

  1. lalkygirlJune 28, 2013 at 6:47 PM

    what a fab card Pia .love the bears expression
    Thanks for joining us at MIM and good luck
    tracey x

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  2. Elena V.June 28, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    It's so cute! I saw it on Make it Monday.

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  3. Lau WJune 28, 2013 at 8:34 PM

    Hello ! Glad to see you my friend, happy that you had nice moments !
    This card is superb, Bo make me smile :-))
    Love the touch of kraft too !
    xxx

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  4. Paper ProfusionJune 28, 2013 at 10:04 PM

    Welcome back Pia! Gorgeous card! Nicola x

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  5. cotnobJune 28, 2013 at 11:11 PM

    Welcome back Pia, I'm so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your holiday - Kos is a beautiful island isn't it.
    Your card is gorgeous, I love your Teddy Bo image and fabulous design.
    Pauline
    x

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  6. chrissy xxJune 28, 2013 at 11:41 PM

    Nice to see you back Pia..It's the little things we miss when we're away from home lol.
    What a cutie this image is!LOve his expression! FABulous colours too.
    Chrissyxx

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  7. Denise @ kc242June 29, 2013 at 4:09 AM

    What a adorable card. Love your use of red, white and blue in your design. Thanks so much for joining us this week at Delightful Challenges!
    Denise

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  8. scrappymo!June 29, 2013 at 6:01 AM

    Glad you had a good holiday...sounds relaxing with no internet and distractions.
    Great masculine card Pia. Great colour choices and i love the chevron paper.

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  9. Danielle VincentJune 29, 2013 at 6:21 AM

    Hi Pia - what a great masculine card you've made. I love your extra embellishments and the funny look on Teddy's face. Glad to hear you had a great vacation and that you are back to crafting again.

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  10. ShelbyJune 29, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    Welcome back and glad you had a great time! Wonderfully masculine card and love how you've used the embellies!!

    Shelby

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  11. SueJune 29, 2013 at 10:39 AM

    Hi Pia.
    Glad you had a good time away.
    Your card is fabulous. I love the image and brilliant layout.
    Enjoy your week off,
    Sue xx

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  12. LaineJune 29, 2013 at 10:46 AM

    Welcome back Pia. Wonderful Teddy Bo card in your stunning design style.
    Laine
    xx

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  13. SkyeJune 29, 2013 at 12:01 PM

    Great masculine card. I like the cute image and the terrific colours. The layout is great.
    Glad you had a lovely holiday. I had been wondering what exotic destination you were visiting.

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  14. KraftyKoolKatJune 29, 2013 at 12:23 PM

    Welcome back sweetie, you have been missed. Glad you had a good time. Lovely card to make on your return. Adorable.

    Have a good weekend
    Hugs
    Cathy
    xxxxx

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  15. ChrissyJune 29, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    What a cute digi Pia, love his foot resting on the hard drive..lol..fab colouring, love your doodle lines,buttons and charm...fabulous card.

    Luv CHRISSYxx

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  16. Monika ReeckJune 30, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    Thanks Pia for your loves on my blog really love it I promise to visit your blog too and now about your card it is a cute Ticket with happy bday stamp and cute teddy image too..love that cute star with twine and cute little button with star..really great arrangement of the all element and awesome card...

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  17. UnknownJune 30, 2013 at 2:04 PM

    Missed you my friend...awesome card as always.xx

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  18. Desire FourieJune 30, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    This is an awesome masculine birthday card. Love the buttons. Wow, your 2-week island break sounds so exciting.
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    Hugs
    Desíre
    {Doing Life – my personal blog}

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  19. JacquelJune 30, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    Hi Pia! I'm so glad to see you back...I was worried!!! Your card is very cute as usual & LOVE that image you used...great layout as well! TFS Hun & looking forward to seeing more of your work!!!

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  20. Patricia St MartinJune 30, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    Pia, It is always nice to go but it is even better to come home, so glad you had a nice time. Teddy Bo images are so cute. Love his face, he looks like he is doing something wrong... Wonderful color choices and a great masculine card. Glad to see you back.
    Hugs, Patricia

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  21. EemeliJuly 1, 2013 at 4:38 PM

    Beautiful creation. I think that is how I look in the mornings (before I get a cup of coffee) - sitting on the computer with my pajama on :) Thanks for joining our "3-2-1" challenge this week at Charisma Cardz.

    Hugs from Finland,
    Eemeli {DT}

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  22. Sue B July 1, 2013 at 11:49 PM

    Aww this is really sweet Pia… what a fab Teddo Bo image!! I love the colour combo and the gorgeous buttons and star charm! :-)
    Hope you had a lovely holiday in Kos! sounds perfect!
    Big hugs
    Sue xx

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  23. Gram's TreasuresJuly 2, 2013 at 7:31 PM

    Lovely card and great colour choice..perfect for a guy! Thanks for joining us at Charisma this week...hope you'll join us again soon!
    Joyce xx

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  24. PeanutJuly 3, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    Haha - this image made me laugh! Bo is doing what my hubby does! This is a wonderful male card. The colours and embellies are perfect ...and that charm is a treat!
    xxx Asha

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  25. GailJuly 12, 2013 at 11:50 PM

    I love this card. I feel like this represents me! I had foot surgery and have my cast on my right foot and I'm resting my foot under my desk on top of my computer tower. :) Just the cutest card!!! Love this one tons and tons! Hugs, Gail

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