February 21, 2010

Sweet Sunday Sketch Challenge 57


Good morning - It's time for another Sweet Sunday Sketch Challenge! Here is the deal: make a card with this layout and use the Mr. Linky box down at the end of my post to enter your card. On Thursday at 10 PM (Mountain Time), I'll randomly select one card to feature on my blog. So, as long as your card is linked in the Mr. Linky box by 10 PM Thursday, your card will be in the drawing. Be sure to link directly to the blog post or gallery image which features your card. You may post a picture of the sketch on your blog, but please save the image to your computer first. Use the keyword SSSC57 if you plan to post your card in an online gallery.

I can hear you all groaning out there - yes, this one is a bit of a challenge, but it's all part of the fun of it, right?  I think I am very close to getting voted off the island by the design team, LOL!  Out of a great challenge comes amazing creativity!   Now, I'm not saying my card is full of amazing creativity - LOL!  I almost cheated by just cutting out a 5" x 3.75" sheet of this striped paper, but instead I cut each little pattern out to make them all the same size.  You should know that I was singing circus music as I edited this little number; maybe because of the bow-tie and giant polka dots?  haha!  Since this will obviously be a little kid's card, I think it looks cute with all the polka dots and bright colors.  The set is It's a Party, one of the very first sets I ever bought 6 years ago - wow!

The Sweet Sunday Stampers have samples to show you today, so don't forget to stop on by to see:

Have fun!
Karen

EDITED:  OK, looks like Mr. Linky is getting greedy and wanting me to pay for a subscription.  If you haven't entered yet, please leave your link in the comments.   If you have already entered your card, I can still see your links in my Mr. Linky account, so never fear, you're still in the running for Random.org.  So sorry everyone.  I was told  of a new website that is like Mr. Linky, but free, so I'll be using Inlinkz next week.  


recipe -
stamps: it's a party
paper: bashful blue, brilliant blue, whisper white cardstock, jersey shore dsp
ink: pumpkin pie, brilliant blue, bashful blue, basic black
accessories: jumbo brads, 1" bashful blue grosgrain ribbon, nestabilities, dimensionals
 

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95 comments:

  1. Angie TiemanFebruary 21, 2010 at 12:11 AM

    This is SOOO cute!! I remember how much I loved that set, glad I still have it! TFS!

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  2. Laura (scrapnextras)February 21, 2010 at 1:31 AM

    This is adorable Karen! Love those bold polka dots...fab colour/paper combination for your sketch!!

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  3. Sarah GoughFebruary 21, 2010 at 2:34 AM

    I really like this sketch - using designer paper for the layers looks great. Will hopefully find time to give this one a try!

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2010 at 5:29 AM

    I love this sketch Karen! Its awesome. I dont own a brayer or know how to do it, but if I did I would be brayering the background, making it go from light to dark. but since I cant I will have to go and think of something else! Thanks for the awesome sketch again Karen I always look forward to sweet sunday!

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  5. LeeFebruary 21, 2010 at 6:23 AM

    A very challenging sketch, but that's the whole idea right! I love your little party piggy, he's so cute, and some lucky little kiddo out there would love him for their birthday I'm sure!

    Lee x

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  6. LynnFebruary 21, 2010 at 6:49 AM

    Karen,
    Your card is absolutely adorable! I love it!

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  7. UnknownFebruary 21, 2010 at 7:07 AM

    That is a FABULOUS card! yes, I can see that this sketch will be a challenge, but it's just what I needed to get my butt in gear...I'm off to try it right now! Thanks!

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  8. Karen MotzFebruary 21, 2010 at 7:07 AM

    I LOVE this Karen!!! It's so FUN with the bright colours and all the polka dots!!! Don't worry...we won't vote you off the island...maybe send you to Exile for a bit but never right off...LOL!!! I actually really liked this sketch and I LOVE the challenge each week! :)

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  9. Pam SpeidelFebruary 21, 2010 at 7:23 AM

    You got us GOOD with this sketch Karen! Now that I see your FUN and funky card, I think maybe I can do it! maybe... ;)

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  10. ChrisFebruary 21, 2010 at 7:28 AM

    I like the sketch and hope I have a chance to play along

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  11. Lynn PutFebruary 21, 2010 at 7:43 AM

    Oh my gosh this is adorable! All the bright colors and fun polka dots with this cute image look awesome!

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  12. AllisonFebruary 21, 2010 at 7:44 AM

    Great sketch and love the cute card to match! The bold colours and polka dots look great with that image!

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  13. Vicki BurdickFebruary 21, 2010 at 8:26 AM

    Wowzers Karen, I love it!! Such fun bright colors, I am a sucker for polka dots!!! That little piggie too, how stinkin' cute, YOU made this sketch sing!!!!

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  14. Stacey SchaferFebruary 21, 2010 at 8:28 AM

    love your card, Karen! can't wait to play:)

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  15. Nancy RileyFebruary 21, 2010 at 9:07 AM

    Karen, your card is just darling! I love how bright and cheerful it is! This sketch wasn't as difficult as I first thought it to be. The possibilities are endless! THANKS for the inspiration, my friend!

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  16. MarisaFebruary 21, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    I'm on "the tribe has spoken" side on this sketch LOL! Oh my....going to have to really think this one through, or even opt to take a trip to Exile Island LOL!

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  17. Lisa H.February 21, 2010 at 2:28 PM

    THIS is too fun! love those papers (I think I still have some!) and it is a perfect little kid card.

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  18. Diane GilbertFebruary 21, 2010 at 4:42 PM

    Thanks for the challenge Karen! Your card is darling!

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  19. Kristie W. February 21, 2010 at 4:55 PM

    What a fun card and sketch!!

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  20. Amy ShefferFebruary 21, 2010 at 5:19 PM

    FUN card and a great-looking sketch!

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  21. Cindy BeachFebruary 21, 2010 at 5:35 PM

    As always, your sketch is just what I needed today, Karen!

    I love your adorable card! These papers look so great together, they are playful and fun!

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  22. Shelly KoskinenFebruary 21, 2010 at 5:47 PM

    This was a fun sketch!! Your card is great too!

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  23. TrenaFebruary 21, 2010 at 7:18 PM

    Another great sketch; thanks Karen! You're card is too cute~that pig cracks me up. :o)

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  24. GisèleFebruary 21, 2010 at 7:45 PM

    I just loved this week's sketch! Thanks!

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  25. Donna BakerFebruary 21, 2010 at 8:56 PM

    I LOVE THIS SKETCH!! your card is too cute

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  26. Cindy O'DonnellFebruary 21, 2010 at 9:07 PM

    I really loved this challenge and will be using it often! Notice my great watermark!

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  27. Sarah-Jane KaléFebruary 21, 2010 at 9:31 PM

    GORGEOUS!!!!! You know I was going to do the ExACT same CHEAT...hehehe.
    Looking at the explosion in your comment section, this here sketch obviously wasn't as challenging as us DT gals first thought... Don't be getting any idea's there Miss Karen!!! Truly though, this is such a gorgeous little card.. love the brightness and that little pig, well he's too cute!!!

    xx SJ

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  28. Mary JFebruary 22, 2010 at 12:36 PM

    Hello Karen - fab challenge! I enjoyed it so much I might try another one!

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2010 at 9:23 PM

    Great Sketch, I really enjoyed the challenge.

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  30. TinaFebruary 22, 2010 at 10:40 PM

    This is the first time for me to participate in your sketch challenge but I loved the layout so much I couldn't resist!

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  31. CourtneyFebruary 22, 2010 at 11:24 PM

    This card is absolutely adorable! I look forward to participating in the challenge. Thanks for the sketch!

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  32. Charmaine (CharmWarm)February 23, 2010 at 6:44 AM

    THis is adorable Karen, and I LOVE the sketch! I'm hoping to play along!

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  33. Heidi KarpenFebruary 23, 2010 at 7:06 AM

    Great sketch, Karen- this was a great one to dig through the scrap pile!

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  34. whoistracyFebruary 23, 2010 at 7:52 AM

    Well call me crazy but I absolutely ADORE this sketch!!! It's so fun.

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  35. Lea L.February 23, 2010 at 10:54 AM

    Your card is so bright and cheery! I love all the bold patterns!! I loved using this sketch...thanks for inspiring me each week, even if I don't get a chance to play every week!

    ♥♥♥Lea

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  36. TinaFebruary 23, 2010 at 4:59 PM

    Great sketch - but I can't find Mr Linky. Here is my link:
    http://scissorspapercard.blogspot.com/2010/02/pun-fun-thank-ewe.html

    Thanks, Tina

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  37. Laurel BeardFebruary 23, 2010 at 6:54 PM

    Fun, and very intimidating sketch! :) Here is a link to my card. I'll check back tomorrow and see if Mr. Linky is working again...

    http://laurelbeard.wordpress.com/2010/02/23/new-on-the-blog-sweet-sunday-sketchspcc-color-challenge/

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  38. Michelle-Jersey GirlFebruary 23, 2010 at 7:15 PM

    Oink! Love that piggy...he's adorable! Your card is equally as adorable.

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  39. Jen MitchellFebruary 23, 2010 at 7:35 PM

    Wow! When I first saw this sketch I was so scared. But I gave it the old college try. I love that little piggy. So cute. Here's the link to my card. Thanks!

    http://jen-icreate.blogspot.com/2010/02/sssc57-fifth-avenue-floral.html

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  40. Crafty JennFebruary 23, 2010 at 10:01 PM

    I was wondering what happened when I came over yesterday. Darn that Mr. Linky!

    Here's my link: http://craftroyalty.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-sunday-57.html

    I really like your fun and vibrant example.

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  41. Big Mamma~ a.k.a. Mary SFebruary 23, 2010 at 10:10 PM

    POO-POO on Mr Linky!
    Come by Big Mamma's Stampin House to check out my version. Love your challenges. Here is my link

    http://bigmammasstampinhouse.blogspot.com/2010/02/never-can-have-enough-birthday-cards.html

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  42. Lea L.February 23, 2010 at 11:06 PM

    Stupid Mr. Linky....tee hee! Here is a link to mine again.

    Sweet Day card

    ♥Lea

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  43. AndreaFebruary 24, 2010 at 6:21 AM

    Great Sketch and a beautiful card.
    Here are my cards
    http://scrap-und-stempel-blog.blogspot.com/2010/02/fruhlingsfarben.html

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  44. ElenaFebruary 24, 2010 at 6:44 AM

    Thank you so much for the fun sketch challenge! Sorry about Mister Linky...
    Here is a link to my card -
    http://refinedfocus.com/redhairedgirl/?p=3671.

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  45. UnknownFebruary 24, 2010 at 7:32 AM

    That naughty mr linky. First he's unreliable, now he wants to be paid. Whatever! LOL!

    Here's my sample for this week. Love the sketch, will for SURE be using it again!

    http://stampedbyhand.blogspot.com/2010/02/my-poor-sick-little-sweet-sketchy-bugg.html

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  46. JulianaFebruary 24, 2010 at 8:03 AM

    Hard sketch this week, Karen! But thanks for the challenge--I needed a kick in the pants this week. Too bad about Mr. Linky--that is a bummer...

    Here's my take:

    http://a-stamp-a-day.blogspot.com/2010/02/what-do-you-do-with-white-gel-pen-what.html

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  47. MacKenzieFebruary 24, 2010 at 8:24 AM

    Great sketch this week!

    http://midnightscramper.blogspot.com/2010/02/kickin-back.html

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  48. LeAnneFebruary 24, 2010 at 8:30 AM

    Here's mine:
    http://weeinklings.blogspot.com/2010/02/color-throwdown-81.html
    Thanks for a marvelous sketch!

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  49. jjcreationsFebruary 24, 2010 at 9:01 AM

    I had fun with this!!! Here's my link,

    http://j-jcreations.blogspot.com/2010/02/perseverencewins-medal_24.html

    Thanks, Joan

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  50. Michele K.February 24, 2010 at 10:45 AM

    My first sketch challenge, won't be my last. Here goes nothing...

    http://micheleheartspaper.blogspot.com/2010/02/spring.html

    Had fun! Thanks!

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  51. ~amy~February 24, 2010 at 10:52 AM

    Such a fun sketch!!! Here's my take on it:

    ruffles


    Thanks for all the inspiration!

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  52. EmileeAnnFebruary 24, 2010 at 1:26 PM

    This is a GREAT sketch!
    Here's my card...
    http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1633559?&cat=500&ppuser=210060

    Thanks for the inspiration!!

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  53. Stampin in the suburbsFebruary 24, 2010 at 2:38 PM

    Loved the challenge, but did find it challenging. I also love your card. Very cute. This is my first time playing in the Sunday Challenge. Here is the link to my site with my card.

    http://creatingingodsimage.blogspot.com/2010/02/easter-card-for-sweet-sunday-challenge.html

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  54. Jenna WunderlichFebruary 24, 2010 at 5:04 PM

    what a challenge! Here's my take: http://jenna-itsawunderfullife.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-sunday-sketch-57.html

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  55. Vickie ZFebruary 24, 2010 at 5:16 PM

    Enjoyed the sketch...once I played with it!!

    Here's my take:

    http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1633736?&cat=500&ppuser=97591

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  56. UnknownFebruary 24, 2010 at 7:10 PM

    Here's mine!
    http://dancerriley.blogspot.com/2010/02/i-made-this-card-for-this-weeks-colourq.html

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  57. Marie BingamanFebruary 24, 2010 at 7:18 PM

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  58. Marie BingamanFebruary 24, 2010 at 7:24 PM

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  59. SherryFebruary 24, 2010 at 7:30 PM

    http://madefromscrap.blogspot.com/

    Please follow the link for my go at your sketch. Good luck with Mr. Linky!!!

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  60. Marie BingamanFebruary 24, 2010 at 7:34 PM

    Hi Karen! This is my first time trying one of your sketches...I hope you like my take on it, Here . Thanks for looking! :)

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  61. KarenFebruary 24, 2010 at 7:53 PM

    This is a great sketch and I enjoyed playing along this week. Here's my take on the sketch: http://karenskreativetreasures.blogspot.com/2010/02/delight-yourself-sweet-sunday-sketch.html

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  62. Hands OnFebruary 25, 2010 at 12:30 AM

    Fun Sketch. I had to give it a go! But I just noticed as I posted my card that I missed the center line. Oops! Here it is anyways.
    http://marlenehandson.blogspot.com/2010/02/cupcake-fun.html

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  63. Betty BentonFebruary 25, 2010 at 3:28 AM

    Here is my card for this sketch. Enjoyed it a bunch!

    http://bbstamps.blogspot.com/2010/02/when-just-us-girls-waswere-young.html

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  64. Julia AstonFebruary 25, 2010 at 4:16 AM

    Love your card and the fun sketch - here's mine - I did 'cheat' and use my pretty already striped DP!

    http://createwithjulia.blogspot.com/2010/02/wms-march-1-sneak-peek.html

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  65. JulieFebruary 25, 2010 at 4:27 AM

    What a fun card! Here is my attempt!

    http://paperandsuch.blogspot.com/2010/02/softpencil-mermaid.html

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  66. NatashaFebruary 25, 2010 at 5:38 AM

    Great sketch Karen - love it!!
    Here's my take. Will hopefully get a better pic tomorrow

    http://natashamurraystamping.blogspot.com/2010/02/return-of-bold-butterfly.html

    Natasha x

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  67. Teresa KlineFebruary 25, 2010 at 7:15 AM

    Mr Linky, should wise up, he is one man among all of these women, what is wrong with him...lol.

    I am in on time this week, yeah.....luv this sketch, I wasn't sure at first, but well I adore dp so this is awesome for that.....have a great day girl!

    here is mine:
    http://enjoythevasunshine.blogspot.com/2010/02/thinking-of-you.html

    enjoy *~*

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  68. AlicaFebruary 25, 2010 at 7:24 AM

    great fun sketch!

    here is my card:
    http://aqyera.blogspot.com/2010/02/one-image-three-different-cards.html

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  69. UnknownFebruary 25, 2010 at 7:27 AM

    Oh Karen! What fun! Thanks for another fun sketch! Luv your sample as always! Here's my card:

    http://stampinessentials.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-pea.html

    Hope you have an awesome day!
    ~Kari

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  70. Allison RankinFebruary 25, 2010 at 7:45 AM

    Thanks Karen for the sketch! I wasn't going to do it originally (too many layers to match up sends me reeling) but then I used an edge punch and it's all good! Love your fun birthday card! http://stampinwhenican.blogspot.com/2010/02/zoom.html

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  71. Deb NeermanFebruary 25, 2010 at 8:46 AM

    Love the sketch and your fab card. You can see my card HERE.

    Thanks for providing such a neat sketch!

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  72. TerriFebruary 25, 2010 at 9:10 AM

    I missed out on the Mr. Linky so here is my link. Thanks for letting me play along!

    http://simplypaperandstamps.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-sunday-sketch-challenge-57.html

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  73. HazelFebruary 25, 2010 at 12:36 PM

    Lovely crafting and great sketch. My card is here x

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  74. KierraFebruary 25, 2010 at 3:42 PM

    My post is here

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  75. Dazzled NanceFebruary 25, 2010 at 4:58 PM

    Such a cute sketch! My first time playing here on Sweet Sunday. I had a lot of fun using your sketch. Your cards are gorgeous.

    My Card Link:

    Bunny Layers @ SnapScrap&Dazzle

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  76. AlexFebruary 25, 2010 at 5:31 PM

    Your card is adorable and I LOVE this sketch - here is mine:

    http://californiastampin.blogspot.com/2010/02/makin-use-of-those-scraps.html

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  77. Nance LeedyFebruary 25, 2010 at 6:02 PM

    Thanks so much for your weekly inspiration! Here's my take on this challenging challenge ;-)
    http://nanceleedy.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-and-dreamy-cranes-sssc57.html

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  78. PialiFebruary 25, 2010 at 6:18 PM

    Lovely sketch as always..here is my card
    Thanks.

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  79. Emma HFebruary 25, 2010 at 7:40 PM

    I hope this isn't too far off the sketch:

    http://paperaddictsanonymous.blogspot.com/2010/02/thank-you-thank-you.html

    Thanks!

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  80. Mary GilesFebruary 25, 2010 at 11:09 PM

    What a great sketch and loved your card.

    My card:
    Most Everyone's Mad Here!

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  81. Sue from OregonFebruary 26, 2010 at 12:25 AM

    Great sketch...I have seen some lovely cards made with it!

    Here's my card.

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  82. Susan Says (Stupid Stuff)February 26, 2010 at 2:54 AM

    Thanks for the challenge, here is my project

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  83. Diane BarnesFebruary 26, 2010 at 3:05 AM

    Glad to finally get to a challenge. Thanks for the inspiration Karen. Here's my card... if I'm not too late.

    http://dianebarnes.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-sunday-baby.html

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  84. Lynn PrattFebruary 26, 2010 at 11:32 AM

    Here is my card! This was a great sketch!

    http://stampndesign.blogspot.com/2010/02/i-did-sketch-challenge.html

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  85. CallieFebruary 26, 2010 at 7:00 PM

    LOVE this sketch! Great card!!

    Here's mine:

    http://craftycallie.blogspot.com/2010/02/if-you-want-rainbow.html

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  86. Carolyn MustopaFebruary 26, 2010 at 8:56 PM

    Well, I know I'm too late for the drawing, but I had to wait for a snow day to have the time and energy to stamp! Here's my card: http://bklynstamper.blogspot.com/2010/02/shimmery-butterfly.html

    Once again, your sketch is an inspiration to me. Thanks!

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  87. Nikki BondFebruary 27, 2010 at 5:06 AM

    Thanks for such a fun sketch...you can view mine here.. http://militarywifestampinspot.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-sunday-sketch.html

    Have a great weekend

    {SMILES}

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  88. scrappingdragonFebruary 27, 2010 at 5:54 AM

    hi here is mine

    http://nogards-space.blogspot.com/2010/02/congrats.html

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  89. KanataNewfFebruary 27, 2010 at 7:37 AM

    Great sketch. My card can be found at my blog here

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  90. Melisa HunterFebruary 27, 2010 at 8:53 AM

    What a fun sketch! Thanks for the inspiration. Here's my card:
    http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1636342?&cat=500&ppuser=154216

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  91. UnknownFebruary 27, 2010 at 12:42 PM

    Here is my card Thanks for looking!

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  92. shannonFebruary 27, 2010 at 6:43 PM

    Don'cha hate "technical difficulties!" Thanks for the great sketch and inspiration! Mine is last minute (of course!) and on my blog at
    http://thoroughlyimpressed.blogspot.com/2010/02/sneaking-in-under-wire.html

    thanks!

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  93. Amy Liz SchultzFebruary 28, 2010 at 12:32 AM

    woops forgot to give you my link before the new sketch!!! Loved this last one thou :) Thanks for the inspiration!

    Here is mine

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  94. Michele LourencoFebruary 28, 2010 at 9:58 AM

    Here's mine:
    http://enchantedstamper.blogspot.com/2010/02/bugaboo-bi-weekly-challenge.html

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  95. DebMarch 1, 2010 at 10:10 AM

    Hi there! I know, I'm so very late, but just loved this sketch and wanted to participate. Thanks for a great blog :-)

    My card:http://stylishcreationsbydebbie.blogspot.com/2010/03/garden-collage-bird.html

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