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.
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
This is SOOO cute!! I remember how much I loved that set, glad I still have it! TFS!
ReplyDeleteThis is adorable Karen! Love those bold polka dots...fab colour/paper combination for your sketch!!
ReplyDeleteI really like this sketch - using designer paper for the layers looks great. Will hopefully find time to give this one a try!
ReplyDeleteI 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!
ReplyDeleteA 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!
ReplyDeleteLee x
Karen,
ReplyDeleteYour card is absolutely adorable! I love it!
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!
ReplyDeleteI 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! :)
ReplyDeleteYou got us GOOD with this sketch Karen! Now that I see your FUN and funky card, I think maybe I can do it! maybe... ;)
ReplyDeleteI like the sketch and hope I have a chance to play along
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh this is adorable! All the bright colors and fun polka dots with this cute image look awesome!
ReplyDeleteGreat sketch and love the cute card to match! The bold colours and polka dots look great with that image!
ReplyDeleteWowzers 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!!!!
ReplyDeletelove your card, Karen! can't wait to play:)
ReplyDeleteKaren, 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!
ReplyDeleteI'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!
ReplyDeleteTHIS is too fun! love those papers (I think I still have some!) and it is a perfect little kid card.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the challenge Karen! Your card is darling!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun card and sketch!!
ReplyDeleteFUN card and a great-looking sketch!
ReplyDeleteAs always, your sketch is just what I needed today, Karen!
ReplyDeleteI love your adorable card! These papers look so great together, they are playful and fun!
This was a fun sketch!! Your card is great too!
ReplyDeleteAnother great sketch; thanks Karen! You're card is too cute~that pig cracks me up. :o)
ReplyDeleteI just loved this week's sketch! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE THIS SKETCH!! your card is too cute
ReplyDeleteI really loved this challenge and will be using it often! Notice my great watermark!
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS!!!!! You know I was going to do the ExACT same CHEAT...hehehe.
ReplyDeleteLooking 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
Hello Karen - fab challenge! I enjoyed it so much I might try another one!
ReplyDeleteGreat Sketch, I really enjoyed the challenge.
ReplyDeleteThis is the first time for me to participate in your sketch challenge but I loved the layout so much I couldn't resist!
ReplyDeleteThis card is absolutely adorable! I look forward to participating in the challenge. Thanks for the sketch!
ReplyDeleteTHis is adorable Karen, and I LOVE the sketch! I'm hoping to play along!
ReplyDeleteGreat sketch, Karen- this was a great one to dig through the scrap pile!
ReplyDeleteWell call me crazy but I absolutely ADORE this sketch!!! It's so fun.
ReplyDeleteYour 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!
ReplyDelete♥♥♥Lea
Great sketch - but I can't find Mr Linky. Here is my link:
ReplyDeletehttp://scissorspapercard.blogspot.com/2010/02/pun-fun-thank-ewe.html
Thanks, Tina
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...
ReplyDeletehttp://laurelbeard.wordpress.com/2010/02/23/new-on-the-blog-sweet-sunday-sketchspcc-color-challenge/
Oink! Love that piggy...he's adorable! Your card is equally as adorable.
ReplyDeleteWow! 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!
ReplyDeletehttp://jen-icreate.blogspot.com/2010/02/sssc57-fifth-avenue-floral.html
I was wondering what happened when I came over yesterday. Darn that Mr. Linky!
ReplyDeleteHere's my link: http://craftroyalty.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-sunday-57.html
I really like your fun and vibrant example.
POO-POO on Mr Linky!
ReplyDeleteCome 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
Stupid Mr. Linky....tee hee! Here is a link to mine again.
ReplyDeleteSweet Day card
♥Lea
Great Sketch and a beautiful card.
ReplyDeleteHere are my cards
http://scrap-und-stempel-blog.blogspot.com/2010/02/fruhlingsfarben.html
Thank you so much for the fun sketch challenge! Sorry about Mister Linky...
ReplyDeleteHere is a link to my card -
http://refinedfocus.com/redhairedgirl/?p=3671.
That naughty mr linky. First he's unreliable, now he wants to be paid. Whatever! LOL!
ReplyDeleteHere'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
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...
ReplyDeleteHere's my take:
http://a-stamp-a-day.blogspot.com/2010/02/what-do-you-do-with-white-gel-pen-what.html
Great sketch this week!
ReplyDeletehttp://midnightscramper.blogspot.com/2010/02/kickin-back.html
Here's mine:
ReplyDeletehttp://weeinklings.blogspot.com/2010/02/color-throwdown-81.html
Thanks for a marvelous sketch!
I had fun with this!!! Here's my link,
ReplyDeletehttp://j-jcreations.blogspot.com/2010/02/perseverencewins-medal_24.html
Thanks, Joan
My first sketch challenge, won't be my last. Here goes nothing...
ReplyDeletehttp://micheleheartspaper.blogspot.com/2010/02/spring.html
Had fun! Thanks!
Such a fun sketch!!! Here's my take on it:
ReplyDeleteruffles
Thanks for all the inspiration!
This is a GREAT sketch!
ReplyDeleteHere's my card...
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1633559?&cat=500&ppuser=210060
Thanks for the inspiration!!
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.
ReplyDeletehttp://creatingingodsimage.blogspot.com/2010/02/easter-card-for-sweet-sunday-challenge.html
what a challenge! Here's my take: http://jenna-itsawunderfullife.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-sunday-sketch-57.html
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed the sketch...once I played with it!!
ReplyDeleteHere's my take:
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1633736?&cat=500&ppuser=97591
Here's mine!
ReplyDeletehttp://dancerriley.blogspot.com/2010/02/i-made-this-card-for-this-weeks-colourq.html
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ReplyDeletePlease follow the link for my go at your sketch. Good luck with Mr. Linky!!!
Hi Karen! This is my first time trying one of your sketches...I hope you like my take on it, Here . Thanks for looking! :)
ReplyDeleteThis 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
ReplyDeleteFun 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.
ReplyDeletehttp://marlenehandson.blogspot.com/2010/02/cupcake-fun.html
Here is my card for this sketch. Enjoyed it a bunch!
ReplyDeletehttp://bbstamps.blogspot.com/2010/02/when-just-us-girls-waswere-young.html
Love your card and the fun sketch - here's mine - I did 'cheat' and use my pretty already striped DP!
ReplyDeletehttp://createwithjulia.blogspot.com/2010/02/wms-march-1-sneak-peek.html
What a fun card! Here is my attempt!
ReplyDeletehttp://paperandsuch.blogspot.com/2010/02/softpencil-mermaid.html
Great sketch Karen - love it!!
ReplyDeleteHere's my take. Will hopefully get a better pic tomorrow
http://natashamurraystamping.blogspot.com/2010/02/return-of-bold-butterfly.html
Natasha x
Mr Linky, should wise up, he is one man among all of these women, what is wrong with him...lol.
ReplyDeleteI 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 *~*
great fun sketch!
ReplyDeletehere is my card:
http://aqyera.blogspot.com/2010/02/one-image-three-different-cards.html
Oh Karen! What fun! Thanks for another fun sketch! Luv your sample as always! Here's my card:
ReplyDeletehttp://stampinessentials.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-pea.html
Hope you have an awesome day!
~Kari
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
ReplyDeleteLove the sketch and your fab card. You can see my card HERE.
ReplyDeleteThanks for providing such a neat sketch!
I missed out on the Mr. Linky so here is my link. Thanks for letting me play along!
ReplyDeletehttp://simplypaperandstamps.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-sunday-sketch-challenge-57.html
Lovely crafting and great sketch. My card is here x
ReplyDeleteMy post is here
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute sketch! My first time playing here on Sweet Sunday. I had a lot of fun using your sketch. Your cards are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteMy Card Link:
Bunny Layers @ SnapScrap&Dazzle
Your card is adorable and I LOVE this sketch - here is mine:
ReplyDeletehttp://californiastampin.blogspot.com/2010/02/makin-use-of-those-scraps.html
Thanks so much for your weekly inspiration! Here's my take on this challenging challenge ;-)
ReplyDeletehttp://nanceleedy.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-and-dreamy-cranes-sssc57.html
Lovely sketch as always..here is my card
ReplyDeleteThanks.
I hope this isn't too far off the sketch:
ReplyDeletehttp://paperaddictsanonymous.blogspot.com/2010/02/thank-you-thank-you.html
Thanks!
What a great sketch and loved your card.
ReplyDeleteMy card:
Most Everyone's Mad Here!
Great sketch...I have seen some lovely cards made with it!
ReplyDeleteHere's my card.
Thanks for the challenge, here is my project
ReplyDeleteGlad to finally get to a challenge. Thanks for the inspiration Karen. Here's my card... if I'm not too late.
ReplyDeletehttp://dianebarnes.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-sunday-baby.html
Here is my card! This was a great sketch!
ReplyDeletehttp://stampndesign.blogspot.com/2010/02/i-did-sketch-challenge.html
LOVE this sketch! Great card!!
ReplyDeleteHere's mine:
http://craftycallie.blogspot.com/2010/02/if-you-want-rainbow.html
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
ReplyDeleteOnce again, your sketch is an inspiration to me. Thanks!
Thanks for such a fun sketch...you can view mine here.. http://militarywifestampinspot.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-sunday-sketch.html
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend
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hi here is mine
ReplyDeletehttp://nogards-space.blogspot.com/2010/02/congrats.html
Great sketch. My card can be found at my blog here
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun sketch! Thanks for the inspiration. Here's my card:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1636342?&cat=500&ppuser=154216
Here is my card Thanks for looking!
ReplyDeleteDon'cha hate "technical difficulties!" Thanks for the great sketch and inspiration! Mine is last minute (of course!) and on my blog at
ReplyDeletehttp://thoroughlyimpressed.blogspot.com/2010/02/sneaking-in-under-wire.html
thanks!
woops forgot to give you my link before the new sketch!!! Loved this last one thou :) Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteHere is mine
Here's mine:
ReplyDeletehttp://enchantedstamper.blogspot.com/2010/02/bugaboo-bi-weekly-challenge.html
Hi there! I know, I'm so very late, but just loved this sketch and wanted to participate. Thanks for a great blog :-)
ReplyDeleteMy card:http://stylishcreationsbydebbie.blogspot.com/2010/03/garden-collage-bird.html