Monday, April 11, 2011

Happy Birthday Elise

Today I am participating in a Blog Hop for Elise's Birthday.  She is a blog friend and team mate of mine on the Want 2 Scrap design team.  She is also on the JUGS design team and they were so sweet to do a blog hop just for her.  She is such a wonderful person, and always leaves the sweetest comments.  Here's to you girl!  Make sure you start HERE at Just Us Girls to see all the links for all the girls who participated.  You can make a card and link it up anywhere on any of the girls blogs and it will automatically update.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELISE!!



So, something is going on with my Picasa.  When I crop a picture it makes it blurry.  I have used Picasa as long as I have blogged.  The uncropped picture is not blurry, only after I crop it does it get blurry.  I take my pictures in my light tent and just crop the sides.  So there is very little cropping from the original picture.  Is anyone else having this issue?  It is very frustrating.  I do know it isn't my camera.  I have ruled that out.  I am not doing anything different than I have done for years.  I am bummed.  I really like how this one turned out and you can't see the details.


I ordered some new pretty Vintage Brads from a Stampin' Up friend.  They were pretty dark metal, so I decided to paint them with some white acrylic paint and then wipe off the tops.  I like the soft look it gave the brads.. 

I used the sketch at Card Patterns.  If you are ever in need of a great sketch...you need to start here.


Make sure to stop by Elise's blog and tell her Happy Birthday.





Thanks so much for stopping by,
Heather
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44 comments:

  1. Kim DuranApril 11, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    This is such a sweet card, Heather! I love what you did with the button. You always give your cards the best little attention to detail!

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  2. Jean MartinApril 11, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    Oh wow I LOVE this Heather! And the detail on those flowers are gorgeous! Is that PTI? I wasn't even considering that stamp set...now I am! Enabling! Argh! Hahaha! Not good for my wallet. And that vintage button! I love what you did with it! Such a fantastic idea! I'm sure Elise would love this card. Thanks for sharing!

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  3. Dana GustafsonApril 11, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    Pure Heather brilliance! I adore your pretty card...the 3-D flower and leaves and pin...oh MY! Such a delight!

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  4. LeSSApril 11, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    Очень аккуратная и красивая открыточка!!!

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  5. LynndaApril 12, 2011 at 1:06 AM

    What a pretty card Heather!!!...I love it...as always...hugs...xoxo

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  6. cherryApril 12, 2011 at 2:12 AM

    Classy and oh so springy! I must get that flower die...I put it in my cart at pti and than take it out...a girl only has so much money ya know? cherry

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  7. RosApril 12, 2011 at 4:17 AM

    Beautiful card Heather ... a wonderful tribute to Elise .. Love how you did the button ... I'd never have thought of that ... TFS

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  8. Karin ÅkesdotterApril 12, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    What a beautiful card! LOVE it!

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  9. Kathryn BApril 12, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    This is one stunning Birthday card Heather! Your flower is drop dead gorgeous!

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  10. scrappermimiApril 12, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Fabulous card...these colors are stunning!

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  11. Andrea MApril 12, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    What a GORGEOUS birthday card in honor of Elise! I love the flower with the FABULOUS button in the center! The colors are so warm and inviting! What a STUNNER, Heather!

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  12. ChristinaApril 12, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    This is really stunning, Heather! Love that bit of ledger paper and the gorgeous flower!

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  13. AnonymousApril 12, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    a really pretty birthday card Heather
    i love the idea of painting over the brad
    it does give it a softer look :D
    BEAR HUGS
    ~victoria~

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  14. Andi (RrlScrapGal)April 12, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    Beautiful!!!!!!!

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  15. ~amy~April 12, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    gorgeous heather...love how you altered the brad!

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  16. RizziApril 12, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    WHAT A SWEET CARD HEATHER, LOVE THE COLORS, AND THE BRAD LOOKS GOOD, PAINTING IT THAT WAY. ANOTHER WORK OF ART. HAVE A NICE DAY. RIZZI

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  17. Tammy HershbergerApril 12, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Photo-editing issues or not, this is stunning, Heather! GORGEOUS Spring colors, and I love what you did with the white paint on the brad for the flower center! Absolutely beautiful!

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  18. cnelsonApril 12, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    So incredibly GORGEOUS!!

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  19. Jodi CollinsApril 12, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    This is SO gorgeous Heather! LOVE the layout and colors you used! That flower is AMAZING!!!

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  20. farmhouse-storyApril 12, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    i can't help with picasa, i use adobe, hope someone has an answer for you. your card looks lovely as ever, though, heather. your flower is wonderful and the painted brad is perfect!

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  21. Lea L.April 12, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    This is so soft and gorgeous! Totally love the beautiful flower accents! ♥♥♥

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  22. UnknownApril 12, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Such a pretty card.. That flower is soooo pretty. And the DP you used here look beautiful.. Gives it a fresh feeling..

    I use picasa also.. I do think something is going on.. I can't get my photos to post from picasa.. That is how I have always done it.. So know I load my photo on to my post right from my computer. Not picasa.. I haven't had time to see why.. I don't get a lot of craft time so I hate spending it trying to figure out my computer..
    Maybe this weekend I will..

    Hugs, Linda

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  23. StellaApril 12, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Elidse is a lucky girl; she gets this handmade jewel. Priceless and gorgeous. I love it:)

    Ok I'll admit; I'm a bit jealous :)

    Hugs,
    Stella

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  24. KendraApril 12, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    LOVE all the PTI on your card!!! What is that thing called that you have the card sitting on in the second picture? I've been trying to find one but it's tough when I don't know what it is exactly!

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  25. KarenApril 12, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    I don't use Picasa for editing, so I'm no help. But, how frustrating! Have you ever tried Picnic? You can use basic editing features for free through Flickr.

    Your card is beautiful from the color palette to your flower, to your fab altered brad! :>

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  26. Lemon Lane StudioApril 12, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Oh, I love that flower and the paint treatment to the brad. Very pretty card.

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  27. Daniela DobsonApril 12, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Beautiful card, love the color and that flower.

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  28. Laura Kirste CampbellApril 13, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    Wow, what a very beautiful card, Heather!

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  29. Kirsty VittetoeApril 13, 2011 at 3:06 AM

    That is beautiful heather!
    Thanks for stopping by my blog to say hello! : )

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  30. KendraApril 13, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Thanks for the info on the flower frog- ebay was the perfect place to look too!

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  31. Mona PendletonApril 13, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    So pretty Heather! Love the layered flower and all the MME PP!

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  32. whoistracyApril 13, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    What a gorgeous card Heather! I love the soft colors. This is just so pretty.

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  33. EliseApril 13, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Oh, DEAR! Oh, dear, ohhhhhhhh dear! I'm STILL in shock about this entire, benevolent/wonderful/AMAZING event! {I'm sorry it too me so long to get by! My hands were, literally, seizing up, from all the typing!} I am just BLOWN away - still weeping a little {with joy!} and JUST so humbled and happy! I am POSITIVELY thrilled that you were able to partake of this EXTREMELY sweet birthday LOVE festival! It really helped take the sting out of my advancing age! hee hee SERIOUSLY - Heather, your card craft is SO outstanding! To think that ONE tiny corner of this was crafted with ME in mind: I just can't describe how TRULY honored I am... {But that won't stop me from trying - of COURSE!} Anyway, love bug - THIS card looks terrific to me FROM EVERY ANGLE you have here! I'm sorry you're frustrated with the cropping/picasa! I have to confess I haven't dabbled with it much, but I have friends who swear by the photo editing! I'd say, try GOOGLE-ING the problem and see what you get! In ANY case - I can see clearly ENOUGH to see HOW exquisite every detail looks and THAT brad is simply the stuff of the craftiest DREAMS! Brilliant! Oh, girl! I love every inch of THIS card! However, I must qualify with a "most of all" by saying... the fact that you took crafty time from your own plate and shared it with me: *swoon!* All I know is that this is just about the best BIRTHDAY gift I can remember! I am TRULY touched in the deepest part of my crafty soul! YOU are such a treasure to me, Heather! I'm SOOOOOOOOOOOO, so, so, so BEYOND delighted that our crafty/life paths have crossed and my plan is to KEEP YOU! For as long as I can! {LOL!} THANKS, again, dear girl - for ALL of the love, thoughtfulness and ultimately, the gift of your friendship! xoxoxox!

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  34. LindsayApril 13, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    This is gorgeous Heather! I love the colors and those flowers are fabulous!

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  35. PapierGirlApril 13, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Absolutely beautiful Heather! I love the flower and the pretty brad - I have painted over metal as well and love the look! Good luck with your camera!! :)

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  36. Silke LedlowApril 14, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    BEAUTIFUL BIRTHDAY CARD! Sorry you still have this problem...believe it or not I can't tell the difference...giggle! Hugs ~S~

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  37. UnknownApril 15, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Simply stunning your detail is just so amazing I love all off your makes they are all beautiful
    Hugs
    Sarah x

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  38. NinaBApril 15, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Beautifully done, Heather! I just love the romantic touches you put on your projects.

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  39. Lisa HjulbergApril 15, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    Gorgeous Heather! I love your die cut layering. You do beautiful work dear girl!

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  40. Angelica TurnerApril 15, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Such a beauty of a card!!! Love the soft colors and layering on the flower.

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  41. PaulineApril 16, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    Beautiful card, the painted brad looks vintage, and I love the soft colours and the lovely flower shape.

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  42. Inger Harding April 16, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    This is a wonderful Birthday card Heather!!!!

    HAPPY EASTER!

    ♥ Hugs, Inger

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  43. Suzanne CApril 17, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Beautiful colors. Love the brad and that you painted it white to match. Gorgeous card.

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  44. MirnaApril 17, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Wow, Heather this is such a stunning card! I love the colors and I love all your gorgeous layers! Wow, totally blown away! This is my new favorite of yours! TFS!

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Thanks so much for your sweet comments and amazing support. I truly appreciate it!