Thursday, August 13, 2009

It's a Stamp Simply Celebration!!

Smiley from millan.net
Today is Stamp Simply's 100th Challenge!! Congratulations to Sharon, and The Stamp Simply Team!! Thanks for providing such amazing inspiration, week after week!!

I have made a simple...yet elegant card, and have some yummy Stamp Simply Ribbon from Sharon's Store to give away to one lucky winner. If you are chosen, you will have an opportunity to do some shopping at Sharon's Store... my treat.

**If you would like to be included in the giveaway, just leave a comment here. I will be drawing a winner Sunday evening (the 16th).

The layout for my card is WSC92 (Sharon Harnist). I used my beautiful Bella Bleu papers, Stamp Simply Silk ribbon with my Bow Easy, Pretties pearls, and Label Dies. The elegant sentiment is from Say it in Script (Lizzie Anne Designs)

Stamps: Say It In Script (Lizzie Anne Designs)
Card Stock: Vintage Cream (PTI), Buckaroo Blue, Bella Bleu (SU)
Ink: Buckaroo Blue
Accessories: Ribbon & Bow Easy (Sharon Johnson's Ribbon Store), Labels One Nestabilities, Pearls (from SU Pretties Kit), Crystal Effects, Scotch Foam Tape



 In celebration of the party, we have a lot of designers joining in on the fun this week. Wonderful eye-candy, plenty of inspiration...and even some prizes to be won!! Check it out:

  1. Pat Adam - Christmas Gift Tags with BLOG CANDY
  2. AJ - 1 Card Done 3 Ways
  3. Janine - A Stress Free Summer Menu with BLOG CANDY
  4. Tammy - Birthday Reminder Book with BLOG CANDY
  5. Jennifer - Birthday Card with BLOG CANDY
  6. Julie - Card Set in Tote with Directions
  7. Barbara- Birthday Card with BLOG CANDY
  8. Deb- Tutorial on Dying Silk Ribbon Using Copics and Refills
  9. Jenny- Birthday Card with BLOG CANDY
  10. Jerri - Birthday Card and Tutorial on Hand Embossing with Light Box
  11. Joan- Birthday Card and Etched Glass with BLOG CANDY
  12. LeAnne - Birthday Card with Glitter
  13. Barb- Birthday Cake 3-D Gift Item with BLOG CANDY
  14. Darlene - Birthday Card with Special Recipe
  15. Leslie - Gift Tin of Soaps with Coordinating Card
  16. Heather - Birthday Card
  17. Sabrina- Birthday Card with BLOG CANDY
  18. Sharon- Monogrammed Birthday Gift Set with BLOG CANDY

Thanks for visiting, and good luck if entering in the giveaway!
Thanks for visiting!

114 comments:

Cindy Haffner said...

Beautiful paper, design and bow, awesome work Rose Ann.

Jen said...

very pretty rose anne! i love the pearls..and that sentiment is one of my all time fave! stamps! beautiful!

Sabrina Jackson said...

Rose Ann, this is a gorgeous Birthday card. I just love the ribbon and your bow is perfect. Beautiful choice of color.

Anonymous said...

A very pretty card - I like your simple design.

Swedie

Sandy said...

That's such an elegant card. Thanks for the chance to win a shopping trip at Sharon's. I love her ribbons.

Lana Edwards said...

I love your beautiful card. Thanks for the chance to win a shopping trip at Sharon's.

LeAnne said...

Stunning--this DP is one of my favorites, and you have used it to the best!!!

Michele Kovack said...

This is such an elegant beautiful card!!!

Harriet Skelly said...

I love this gorgeous card - so elegant!

cindy ziliak said...

How pretty! Love your combination of color and texture.

stampcz@verizon.net

Carolyn Sharkas said...

Very pretty and elegant card, Rose Ann, anyone would be thrilled to receive it, I know I would . Thanks for sharing.

carolyn s
ceashark at aol dot com

Stephanie Hargis said...

Shopping eh? That sounds like lots of fun! :D This card is absolutely gorgeous! I LOVE that ribbon! Amazing!

Marsha said...

This card is so pretty. Love the ribbon.

Shirley said...

Gorgeous card! I shop in Sharon's store frequently. I can never get enough ribbon! Thanks for the chance to win. Please use the email address below my name. Thanks.
Shirley L.
shirlee@surewest.net

Wendy K. said...

Love your card! So elegant and that ribbon is amazing!

windycindy said...

What an elegant birthday card you have created! Happy Stamp Simply
100th Challenge. Many thanks, Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

Angie Blom said...

stunning card. thanks for a chance to win.

Stampin_melissa said...

Wow Rose Ann, this card is beautiful as well as elegant!

Nena said...

I would be so very pleased to receive
this precious birthday card. Thank
you for the inspiration and the
chance to win such a very special
gift!

Martha said...

Tha paper is to die for and really makes your card so elegant! Gotta find that paper now! Terrific card and Thank You for the chance to shop at Sharon's store.

Becky Yo said...

Lovely card! Would love to go shoppin' at Sharon's - thanks for the chance to win.

Anonymous said...

very elegant. Happy 100! Oh yesssss I'd love to shop at Sharons ribbon store! :). Such fun!

Joan Fricker said...

Beautiful card with beautiful colors!

Joan

Unknown said...

Love the card. God bless! Peggy

Carole RB said...

Hi Rose Ann

Your card is gorgeous

Thanks for the chance to win!

Carla S. said...

What a gorgeous and elegant birthday card, Rose Ann! I love the papers, pearls and beautiful bow! Thanks for sharing and thanks for the chance to win!

Teri said...

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful is all I can say! Wow! LOVE the cool look of the card.

Thanks for the chance to win.

Anonymous said...

I love the background paper. The card is simply elegant. Thanks for the inspiration.
marshagross[at]mncomm[dot]com

StampinCathy said...

This card is just stunning and that ribbon is just breath taking. Thanks for a chance at this sweet celebration candy. I've been enjoying all the wonderful and inspiring eye candy along this birthday blog hop.

Debbie Fisher (debbiedee) said...

WOW! Elegant is right! This is so beautiful! I love the ribbon and pearls. They are the perfect touch.

Thank you for a chance to win a great prize. Ü

Happydaymom said...

That ribbon is so yummy! I like the simplicity of your cards...some cards just get too busy. I will have to browse your blog some more!

Kathyc on SCS said...

Rose Ann, your card is so beautiful! That paper is gorgeous and the pearls and ribbon really make it perfect. Thanks for the chance to win!
Kathy Camasso

Karen said...

Those are gorgeous papers. The card is beautiful.

Debbie Nelson said...

Beautiful card..love the color. Thank you for your chance to win!

dnmissujen@aol.com

Denimo said...

Hi Rose Ann. Wonderful card. I love it! And thanks for the chance to go shopping!!! Love that too! :)
Denise

Barb(GrandmaUpNorth) said...

Love your card - I really like the layout, and the ribbon is wonderful!

Shelley C said...

Beautiful card. I love the colors and the ribbon. Thanks for sharing.

Carrie said...

Luv the paper and your card is awesome - thanks for the inspiration! Also, thanks for the chance to win,

Deborah Saaranen said...

Just gorgeous Rose Ann! I love the delicious silk bow on your beautiful design!

Michelle said...

So pretty and elegant...love that paper & ribbon!! Thanks for a chance to win.

PatsyB said...

Love your card!! Just found your blog but I love it. I also love ribbon! Makes such a difference in cards. Thanks for offering blog candy.

Lori said...

Oh, Rose Ann, this takes my breath away!! So, so beautiful!

Lori Craig said...

Gorgeous... love that blue and of course, the fancy-schmancy ribbon. Happy weekend!

Kay said...

What an elegant card! Love blue and white, and the ribbon is lovely.

Darlene Gabriel said...

Beautiful card Rose Ann. I love the colours and I love that gorgeous bow.
Yes I'd love to have a chance to shop at Sharon's store - thanks for the chance to win.

Rona said...

Very Very Pretty!! love the colors and the beautiful design.

Annabelle said...

Whta a beautiful card, that blue looks so peaceful and that bow is the perfect touch

Caryl P said...

This is a very elegant card, beautifully done!

fran said...

Beautiful! That is one lovely bow!

Cathy Spicer said...

Your card is gorgeous!! The ribbon is divine. Thanks for sharing. This blog hop is just what I needed.

inkedx2 said...

Very elegant card! Love those pearls.

Robbie

Anonymous said...

Oh I love your card - the bow is tied to perfection, and I really like the pearls in the corner. And dang...I need those small label dies, too! Very pretty, Rose Ann!

Shellie Hartsock said...

What a great birthday party! Thanks for the chance to win.

Carol L said...

Your card is so elegant and I love the colors! The fonts are so graceful, and of course that show-stealing ribbon takes it over the top! Beautiful job! TFS!

Susan G said...

Very elegant birthday card. Love the layout and clean design.

GAZ said...

I love your card - blue is my favorite color. The ribbon is wonderful....Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win some of this fantastic ribbon!

Ravengirl said...

Your card is simply elegant! Truly, it is the definition of Stamp Simply!

Anonymous said...

Thanks for the chance to win! I love the flower pot card and the layout with the collie.

Anita
aholden@va.metrocast.net

jaymack said...

Very elegant card. I like just the two colors.

Lauren said...

I love the big bow and the elegant simplicity of your card Rose Ann!

Christine Ray said...

Rose Anne,
I absolutely love your card! I was just working with the Bella Bleu papers yesterday. I tried Not Quite Navy (as SU! suggests) and it just didn't work for me. Would you mind sharing what card stock you used? Again - beautiful work!

Chris

Cherie said...

Rose Ann, Your card is totally stunning! I love the Bella Bleu dp and have been hoarding mine! Now I know what for! :) Love the beautiful bow with the silk ribbon and the Pretties pearls just top off the entire card! Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful talent with all of us!

Cherie

Unknown said...

Card in my favorite color. Can't go wrong there.Thanks for the opportunity to win your blog candy.
sharon L
sharon.lemon@sbcglobal.net

Donna Baker said...

so beautifully elegant

Darlene said...

GORGEOUS!!! Love that luscious ribbon/bow and the color is so warm! Awesome creation!!

Raquel said...

What a beautiful and elegant card!!! I just love it!!! I would love to enter your candy, Sharon's ribbons are beautiful!! Thanks for the chance to win!!

Hilda said...

Gorgeous card! Love the layered labels and the sentiment stamp - truly elegant.

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous elegant card! The paper and ribbon are fabulous. thanks for sharing your ideas! I'd love to try that ribbon!
Dnelk@aol.com

Linda Carson said...

WOW! What an elegant piece of artwork! GORGEOUS!

Linda

creativearts said...

Great card. Your blog is awesome.

Jerri Kay said...

A beautiful card Rose Ann, love those gorgeous pearls!

Iris said...

Pretty card. I would love to win your blog candy. Iris Soscia
isoscia@aol.com

Joann said...

VERY pretty!!

Beate said...

Rose Ann, your card looks BEAUTIFUL!
No need to add me to your blog candy drawing. Just wanted to gush over your card.
Have a great weekend
Hugs and smiles

Nancy said...

Your card is beautiful and elegant! I would love a chance to buy some ribbon from Sharon. Thank you so much for this chance.
neschultz@cox.net

Heather T said...

I love your colour choice and gorgeous silky bow. A very classy card.

Tiffany Ervin said...

Oh don't count me in the drawing, just wanted to let you know I love your card, definitely so eloquent with the pp and the big gracious ribbon...love the pearls at the edge too!

Janine said...

FAbulous RoseAnne!! LOVE that bow~!~

terriavidreader (IN-USA) said...

Your card IS beautiful and thanks for offering blog candy too. A double treat!

Sue D said...

Tis is a beautiful elegant card--thanks for sharing.
slrdowney at hotmail dot com

Betz61 said...

Love the card so elegant. I haven't gotten a chance to buy any of Sharons beautiful ribbon yet. One of the layed off Michiganders. Hoping for better times thanks for the chance to win some

Kelli said...

I love your card, it inspires me to use thicker ribbon!

thehttp://kcustom-fi.blogspot.com/

Unknown said...

Your card is stunning, I love the colors.
Thank you!
Rita

lisa808 said...

Pretty card and bow! Thanks for the chance to win some yummy ribbon!

Unknown said...

Would love to win some beautiful ribbon from Sharon's store! Your card was inspirational. I also loved the stair step card - will put that on my next card list! Enjoyed your blog and cards.
Shirley

Sharon (notimetostamp) said...

Oh my gosh -- my jaw is on the floor, AGAIN!!! Your card is so absolutely simple to create, but so LOVELY to look at!!! A totally gorgeous creation!!! LOVE IT!!!

Bonita said...

Beautiful card. Love the look. Great blog, too. Thanks

AnnS said...

I love the look of pearls on cards. Lovely card. Thanks for the chance to win s shoping trip.

AJ said...

fabulous card-your bow is perfect!!

kathleenh said...

Your card is so elegant! I love the pearls with the paper and large bow.

The Wired Angel said...

Your card is stunning... everything about it is so feminine. Love it! Thanks for the chance to win the goodies!

thestampinglady said...

Your card is awesome and I love the colors you used. Thanks for being a part of the party and celebrating the 100th challenge. I also appreciate the chance to win some blog candy.

dclouser said...

Your card is so elegant and gorgeous! In fact, your entire blog is beautiful!
dclouser@gmail.com

Marie Bingaman said...

Such a pretty card! :)

Cathy and Steve said...

The card is stunning and the bow.... well, the bow is just amazing. LOVE that ribbon! Hope I get a chance to win some!

Leslie Miller said...

Utterly elegant, Rose Ann! A perfect example of how a card doesn't have to be overly intricate to be a stunner. This is a real WOW! Awesome and generous blog candy, too!

Allison Rankin said...

So gorgeous...love your color choices and that ribbon...wow!

Carol S said...

You just gave me a great idea to use some paper I just purchased to make a birthday card. Obviously I love your card!!! Now I need some of that ribbon!!

Kim C. said...

That silk ribbon always makes the card in my opinion. So elegant and crisp. Thanks for offering the blog candy.

kearneykrafter said...

Beautiful card! Love the paper!Thanks for the chance for the blog goodie!

C said...

FABULOUS card! I think I have to break down and get some of that gorgeous ribbon.

Tammy Hershberger said...

Stunning design, Rose Ann! I LOVE that blue (makes me think of Wedgewood!) and the ribbon and pearls are gorgeous!

Anonymous said...

So pretty. I like the way you used the one larger pearl. I have to remember that. Nice effect.

Donna H.
2realtors@cox.net

annesatx said...

Beautiful, elegant card! Just lovely. And thanks for the change to win some blog candy!

KarenB said...

Your card is elegant and stylish, just stunning!
Thanks for the chance to win some lovely blog candy :)

Chriss Blagrave said...

Hi Rose Ann, your card is breathtaking! The paper and luscious ribbon you paired together is simply...elegant perfection!

Lovely Linda said...

Hi Rose Ann from Canberra Australia - I love your card, especiall in the Blue - gorgeous, as is that candy you are offering - Thank you for the opportunity to play...Happy birthday to Sharon! Thanks again! God bless you!

Sara P said...

I love how you used the bow and the pearls. Beautiful card!

Charmaine said...

Elegant card. Love the ribbon and the script of the sentiment.

Charmaine

Kathy W said...

Stunning. I love this DP, and that bow is so pretty. Very elegant; TFS.

ChristineCreations said...

Oh this IS elegant Rose Ann! I so love that Bella Bleu paper, and I love it paired with Buckaroo Blue too!

Linda SS said...

Wow - I LOVE your card. What pretty paper & your bow is picture-perfect!

Laurie in MN said...

I love how the large bow adds richness to your card. It is like a gift box that you want to open and see what is inside.

Happy Birthday Stamp Simply

dpkennedy said...

Wow! Love the three pearls and that luscious bow! Gorgeous card!