Jul 12 2008

Inspiration From Courtney’s Closet

Published by leslierich at 7:42 pm under Cards

Courtney Ladybug Jul08I did Libby’s Thursday challenge again this week:  From Courtney’s Closet — An Inspiration Challenge.  In case you’re not familiar with it, the premise is that Libby dresses her baby, Courtney, up in one of her darling outfits, photographs her, and we use that outfit for inspiration for our cards.  I think it’s so much fun and it’s destined to produce some sweet and cheerful cards.  Oh, my gosh, you have to see the outfit that inspired this card!  It’s worth a trip over there just to see Courtney in her adorable ladybug outfit!

This challenge gave me another chance to release my inner polka dot.  Of course, ladybugs and polka dots go hand in hand.  I’ve got polka dot ribbon, a polka dot background, and a ladybug polka dotted with Black Diamond Stickles.  The Bloom Dots Cuttlebug embossed background is suggestive of polka dots and the main image panel is rather like one big polka dot — made with Spellbinders Nesties.  All the white cardstock is Shimmery White and the coloring was done with Twinkling H20s to insure a little extra shimmer.

As it happens, I need another birthday card for a coworker next week and this will be perfect!  I know the “bug me anytime” doesn’t sound like a birthday sentiment but it is apropros my role in the group dynamics of the workplace.  She’ll understand.  While in a florist’s shop today I spotted the foil-wrapped chocolate ladybugs — what a lucky find!

This was a fun card to make and it’ll be fun to give.  Thank you, Libby, for the inspiration and all the happy time spent making this card.  I hope you’re all having a happy day, too!

  • Stamps:  Very Punny, Polka Dot (both Stampin’ Up!)
  • Paper:  CTMH Citrus Leaf, SU! Real Red, Shimmery White and Basic Black textured
  • Ink:  Real Red, Jet Black Stazon
  • Accessories:  Ribbon, Making Memories epoxy flowers, Twinkling H20s, Black Diamond Stickles, Spellbinders Nestabilities circles, Bloom Dots Cuttlebug embossing folder, Scotch brand foam mounting tape

21 Responses to “Inspiration From Courtney’s Closet”

  1. # Jessica (jessrose21)on 12 Jul 2008 at 8:07 pm

    Very very cute! I love the bright color combo and the polka dots, of course. I like the addition of the bright green so that it isn’t just black, red, and white, like a lot of ladybug cards are.

  2. # Kimon 13 Jul 2008 at 4:10 am

    Ahh…this card is just adorable! The Polka Dot stamp is on order for me right now! Gotta have it! And your lady bug is so sweet with that saying….BUT, my favorite part of your post is the CHOCOLATE LADYBUGS!!!!! Yummy!! lol

  3. # Anne Marie P.on 13 Jul 2008 at 5:56 am

    Beautiful color combo, Leslie! And polkadots….and ladybugs…who could ask for more!! Love it, love it, love it.
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  4. # Diane Hon 13 Jul 2008 at 6:08 am

    This is so dang cute!!! And what luck to find those ladybugs…very, very clever! Your lucky co-worker to receive this……… My birthday is in October..LOL!!!

  5. # Rhonda K.on 13 Jul 2008 at 6:14 am

    What an adorable little card. Love the color combo. You did a fantastic job.
    TFS

  6. # Angelon 13 Jul 2008 at 6:33 am

    This is TOO cute, Leslie! Makes me want my own ladybug stamps and supplies that are in storage awaiting our move. WISH I could play. I know your coworker will LOVE this.

  7. # Vickion 13 Jul 2008 at 8:25 am

    Oh my gosh!!! How adorable. I just love that stamp and your card is just the sweetest!!!!

  8. # Libbyon 13 Jul 2008 at 8:29 am

    This is so adorable Leslie! Love everything about it, the touch of green, the flowers, and of course all of those polka dots!!Thanks so much for playing again, I’m glad you’re having so much fun with it!

  9. # Alexandra Hobsonon 13 Jul 2008 at 9:29 am

    This is totally stinkin’ adorable Leslie - I just love that cute little ladybug and the polka dots are my fave!! *STAMPIN HUGS* Alex

  10. # Viv (VivLyn)on 13 Jul 2008 at 10:56 am

    What an adorable card! Boy, I could use one of those chocolate lady bugs right about now!!

  11. # LeAnneon 13 Jul 2008 at 1:18 pm

    I love these challenges…..they are quite fun, even though I haven’t done one yet, it’s a blast to see the outfits Libby has and what interpretations people come up with! I love lady bugs & polka dots, AND chocolate, so this is a winner in my book!
    LeAnne

  12. # joykon 13 Jul 2008 at 3:33 pm

    This is just plain sweet!!! Love those colors together and the polkadots!

  13. # Susan (rainy)on 13 Jul 2008 at 5:59 pm

    What a darling card! Leslie this is just delightful.

  14. # Wandaon 13 Jul 2008 at 6:40 pm

    Your card is SO adorable. It’s a “must case” for sure!! TFS

  15. # Rose Annon 13 Jul 2008 at 6:48 pm

    This is a most adorable and perfect card for Libby’s challenge!! Love it, Leslie!!

  16. # trudyon 13 Jul 2008 at 7:16 pm

    Les, that is so cute! I read your verbage first, and couldn’t wait to open up the photo and see what little “bug” was there….Trudy

  17. # Veltaon 14 Jul 2008 at 4:01 am

    SOOOOO CUTE!!! What a precious baby too!

  18. # Conniecrafteron 14 Jul 2008 at 6:01 am

    very cute, like all the polka dots right down to the ribbon, and your pretty flowers!

  19. # Mariaon 14 Jul 2008 at 4:07 pm

    Gorgeous Leslie…. you make it look so easy! :D

  20. # Deborahon 14 Jul 2008 at 4:08 pm

    Love the bugs! The red looks great with a CB effect! Darling card! Deb

  21. # stampmonkeyon 17 Jul 2008 at 8:16 pm

    Oh my goodness, this card is just too cute! It has such a happy feel to it!! I love it!

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