If you want to do the whole hop, be sure to start at the TOP OF THE HOP!
This week's sketch is a great one that I'll use again, whether for a card or a layout:
I had fun with the sketch making a retro Christmas card that will be an Any Hero card. While it's past the deadline to send in Christmas cards to OWH for heroes to write home, you can still write a message to a soldier so they get a holiday greeting.
I'm hoping this will brighten their day with all those shiny embossed ornaments, and a crazy tree! Be sure to head to Unscripted Sketches to see all the rest of the DT's amazing work and play along yourself, but there's lots more hopping to do so you may just want to bookmark it. You can also visit the DT by clicking on their names on my sidebar -------------> This week US is also welcomeing Heather to the team so show her some love while you're at it.
The next stop on the hop is Kay so head on over to see what she's got in store for you. Her cards are beautiful and she's got a great love for all the military in her heart so I can't wait to hop there myself. I also hear there's TONS of candy on this hop so I better get to it.....
Smiles,
What a fun sketch - I have three round punched images sitting on my craft desk right now, and I know just what to do with them. Thanks for joining in the bloghop fun!!
ReplyDeleteCute Love the cards ! Hopping on...
ReplyDeleteWonderful blog. I love it.
ReplyDeleteLove this card!
ReplyDeleteLove your sketch and your beautiful card. Thanks for sharing as always!
ReplyDeleteCute card! I love that you post sketches every week. I was just telling a friend that I was thinking of doing a sketch challenge somewhere, because sometimes I'm afraid all my cards look alike. I will definitely be stopping by again!
ReplyDeleteAlso, must comment on the cute kitty in the header pic. When you get to my blog on the hop, you'll see my Opie made a guest appearance in my video. :)
Great take on the sketch!
ReplyDeleteI love your card, I think it will make a great any hero card. I forgot I could still make any hero Christmas cards. Thanks for mentioning it.
ReplyDeleteThat is such a cheerful card, the person who gets it will be blessed indeed. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteYour cards are always so fabulous, and this is no exception! I love the stamped heart ornaments on the side, and the way you offset the paper for the middle panel is genious! Gorgeous card Caryl, and for a good cause! You rock my friend!
ReplyDeleteLove your card! Terrific tree!
ReplyDeleteGreat card. I love the repeat heart stamp in the circles, in different colors. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLove this sketch. I'll be adding it to my idea sketch book.
ReplyDeleteThanks for hopping:)
Christine
Beautiful card!
ReplyDeletegreat card!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great sketch and your card is just perfect. Love the set up and photo too.
ReplyDeleteOur GS troop are making cards to send to Cards For Hero's as part of their service project...got the idea from your blog !!! Thanks.
I like seeing from sketch to finished card. Love being welcomed by your cat!
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute!! I like the little jewels on the tree and love how you used the gold tie to make it look like a present. Don't know if you were going for that or not but it definitely is cute.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun and festive sketch--and that crazy-fun tree is sure to bring some warmth and cheer from home to one of our heroes!
ReplyDeleteFantastic card! I love the papers you used and the sketch!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a heartening venture. Here in Canada, the painting guild I belong to also creates and sends cards for our troops. They range from painted, thru to stamped and embossed cards in every style imaginable and are received with great appreciation. It's such a little thing we can do for our heroes!
ReplyDelete~ Shelley
Beautiful card and what a wonderful sketch... I'll be back to check that out some more!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card!
ReplyDeletegreat card!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute card and love your blog! Thanks for supporting OWH!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great sketch and such a thoughtful card! Great way to thank our service people. Great work!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing that sketch - and your card is SO cute! I love using sketches to get my creativity flowing and will definitely check that out some more. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty card with all that sparkle and patterned paper. That tree is cool! Nice job on the hop participation.
ReplyDeleteReally nice card!
ReplyDeleteThat is adorable! So bright and Christmasy (is that a word? if not it should be) I know it will brighten someones day!
ReplyDeleteLovely card.. thanks for being part of the hop and for sharing your talent. Hugs, Peggy
ReplyDeleteI love this card. CUteness. Happy hop hop hoppin'
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun sketch! I'm always looking for sketch ideas so I'll be sure to check out Unscripted Sketches. Great card with such a cute tree and beautiful embossing.
ReplyDeleteyour card is so cute! so is your blog banner of your cat!
ReplyDeleteLove the crazy Christmas tree.Such a fun card to receive.
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful card, Caryl! I love that tree image and how it is colored. Great job!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Hollie
Beautiful card, great blog! Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeletelove your card!
ReplyDeleteOops!!! I posted my comment under the worng post;o} So, allow me to try this again.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card!!! I am loving the sketch...gonna have to play with this baby:o) Thanks for all the inspiration and for spreading joy to our soldiers abroad!!!
Hugs!
Carolyn
I just love that sketch!!
ReplyDeleteI love that sketch! I can't wait to try something with it. You have a great blog!
ReplyDeleteAwesome cards! What a wonderful crafty and supportive thing we can do for our troops! God bless them, and you!
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Hi Caryl, I love your card. That tree is great. I love the the heart ornaments.
ReplyDeleteWonderful sketch and one I'll be using, too! Your card is terrific - TFS!
ReplyDeletewonderful sketch.
ReplyDeleteI adore your card.
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M.E.
Really love this card and sketch! I need to do this sketch challenge more often. Thanks for the reminder!
ReplyDelete~ky
Great cards!!!
ReplyDeleteOh hey! I love sketches! Thank you for sharing! Love your blog. Hopping on!!!!!! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat sketch and great card!
ReplyDeleteLove your card. It is very festive. I have quite a few red and green circles punched that I intended to use on Christmas cards but didn't. Now I have an idea how to use them for Valentines and St. Pat's day.
ReplyDeleteHi there. Lovely card, great design and colours.
ReplyDeleteLove Sandra xx
Very festive! Thanks for supporting OWH. Hugs, Loni
ReplyDeleteCaryl I absolutely love this card beyond measure what a great hop! Beth
ReplyDeleteHappy and bright...wonderful card!
ReplyDeleteNice sketch, I may borrow it!
ReplyDeleteWonderful card! Just love them! Thanks for the hop!
ReplyDeleteThe staging is great love the colors great bright makes me smile
ReplyDeleteI love the card, Caryl. It's so bright and fun. I also thinks it so wonderful that you make the cards for "our heros"
ReplyDeleteThis is such a cute card, Caryl! I love the ornaments on the side! Great job!!
ReplyDeleteFun how you interpreted the sketch with the trees and oranments.
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