Saturday, October 31, 2015

Black, white and a touch of bright

Happy Saturday and Halloween!

I'm here to share my DT card for the new challenge over at Catch the Bug, where we have a RECIPE  CHALLENGE this week - use black, white and a touch of bright.

I used an image of a whale which is part of a set - you can find it here - colored with my Promarkers. I cut it using a circle die from Memory Box and added it slightly over the edge of the card base.
The DP is a leftover piece from a Graphic45 sheet, I machine stitched with white thread at the top and bottom. I added 2 enamel dots and the black paper is also a DP which I embossed with chevron pattern using a folder from Darice.

This card is also for these challenges:
Creative Card Crew - #99 Off The Edge
Dream Valley Challenges - Use the Color Blue
Eureka Stamps - Pets & Animals
4 Crafty Chicks - #270 Anything Goes
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28 comments:

  1. Sue B October 31, 2015 at 3:04 PM

    Ooh this is a fab design Pia… I really like the cute image with the sentiment… and the stitching looks awesome… also love the candi which reminds me of bubbles! :-))
    Hope you have a great weekend
    Big hugs Sue B xx

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  2. KraftyKoolKatOctober 31, 2015 at 3:06 PM

    Such a cutie, love the image and that embossing and paper really finishes it off a treat.
    Hugs
    Cathy
    xxxx

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  3. cotnobOctober 31, 2015 at 4:33 PM

    A brilliant card Pia, such a super image and great design - your stitching is perfect.
    Pauline
    x

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  4. JaceeOctober 31, 2015 at 5:53 PM

    Lovely design Pia.
    Hugs Jacee
    Simply Paper Card Design

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  5. Pat KOctober 31, 2015 at 6:00 PM

    Another clever design Pia. Love how you did the circle and the top edge looks fabulous. xx

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  6. megOctober 31, 2015 at 6:01 PM

    Brilliant card Pia, love the cute whale and your layout especially the addition of the enamel dots

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  7. KT Fit KittyOctober 31, 2015 at 6:06 PM

    This is so cute, Pia! I love the fun whale! Beautiful stitching! Have a great weekend, my friend!

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  8. Alice (scrAPpamondo)October 31, 2015 at 6:22 PM

    Your stitching is just perfect, Pia, I'm not be able to stitch anything :D
    Love the cute whale and the aqua candi that seems bubbles! The chevron embossing adds an interesting bit of texture to the black background! Very pretty card! Well done, my friend!

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  9. LaineOctober 31, 2015 at 7:07 PM

    Cute whale Pia. Fabulous colour palette and detail. Great stitching.
    Laine
    xx

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  10. MigdaliaOctober 31, 2015 at 9:47 PM

    Love the super cute whale!! Totally cute!!
    Happy Halloween!
    Have a blessed day,
    Migdalia
    Crafting With Creative M

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  11. MaryHOctober 31, 2015 at 10:56 PM

    Aw, he's just too cute to be scary! Love the way his little self is floating in the waves and really like the circle effect you've done. The blue gingham looks so good with the dark chevron embossing (which really looks like rich old leather- so great texture!). Also liked the 'for real' stitching lines. Just a delightful card with loads of wonderful details. Also liked the dark chocolate tone with the paler blue. Not a combo I'd think to try, but very effective together. TFS & Hugs

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  12. Donna EllisNovember 1, 2015 at 12:54 AM

    I feel hugged! Darling card, Pia! Makes me feel so happy!

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  13. PeanutNovember 1, 2015 at 5:51 PM

    Flawless stitching, Pia. The simple design perfectly compliments the whale.
    x Asha

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  14. lozNovember 1, 2015 at 5:51 PM

    Very cute card Pia..Loz

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  15. ChrissyNovember 1, 2015 at 6:20 PM

    Love the colour combo and the gingham papers are perfect behind your cute whale Pia..the embossed background and stitching are fabulous.

    luv CHRISSYxx

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  16. Lisa MensingNovember 1, 2015 at 7:44 PM

    This is so cute! Great design and paper choices. Thanks for playing along at Eureka! Stamps Pets and/or Animals Challenge this week. Lisa DT

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  17. Monika ReeckNovember 1, 2015 at 11:05 PM

    I have seen this sweet card on 4 Crafty Chicks Pia and I must not read the name I knew this is your card
    I really love that blue gingham paper so soooft
    and soft water too under the shark
    I love your stitching I love that enamel dots (you only used two hmm normaly it is always 3 Pia maybe its the last hehe SMILEEEE )
    I adore all the concept on your card
    SO ADORABLE my dear
    and I wait you used the DIGI from HN cant wait to see it hehe
    hugs, Monika

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  18. TammyNovember 2, 2015 at 9:31 PM

    Soo cute, I love this color combo and the fab chevron embossed background!
    Tammy x

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  19. Shaz in Oz.CalligraphyCardsNovember 3, 2015 at 6:20 AM

    ah, Pia thanks so much for posting about the candy and well done, a wonderful card as always .. great use of the colours .. love that tartan..
    it always grabs you doesn't it?
    hugs,
    Shaz.x

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  20. CaroleNovember 3, 2015 at 7:22 PM

    Super card, thanks for playing along with our Feeling Blue Challenge @ Dream Valley this week. Good Luck
    Happy Crafting
    Carole xXx

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  21. Kim HegginsNovember 4, 2015 at 4:20 AM

    Fabulous card...love your sweet whale, what a wonderful way to send a hug.

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  22. *Vicki*November 4, 2015 at 5:01 PM

    Love this darling card with the whale!! Fabulous papers and colors choices here Pia!! :)

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  23. Teresa ArsenaultNovember 4, 2015 at 7:11 PM

    So cute. Love the stitching.

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  24. sandieNovember 4, 2015 at 7:15 PM

    Such a fun card Pia, love the waves!!

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  25. crafty-stamperNovember 4, 2015 at 11:29 PM

    Cute image and love the embossed chevrons
    Carol x

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  26. aussie aNNieNovember 5, 2015 at 3:22 AM

    Love this gorgeous creation, colours are beautiful.
    I have changed my blog due to a few google + issues Please take the time to follow me again... it is now here....
     { aNNie}

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  27. MimiNovember 5, 2015 at 6:14 AM

    Such a nice card... the "off the edge" element is perfectly placed-- just the right amount off! Of course the whale is adorable, but I think my fave part of this one is your black chevron-embossed background... I think it is the perfect "tone" for the card. See, that's why you are on DT's... people like me need to see your little touches like that!

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  28. MarinaNovember 7, 2015 at 8:21 PM

    This is just so well put together. I love the depth provided by the black and the way you've put all those shapes together so beautifully.

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