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Friday, March 15, 2013

Monochromatic Muse Sketch

I've just finished a card for 3 lovely challenges:

Jingle Belles - Use only neutral colors

CAS(E) this sketch
 and a new challenge I just found  - Muse Challenge
where we are to be inspired by this card:
And here are the three challenges all rolled up into my one card!   I used tans for my neutrals - Vintage Cream Cardstock with Frayed Burlap and Old Paper Distress for inks.  I made my background with an Aspen Tree Stencil that I sponged with the Old Paper Ink.  The window die is the Small Madison Window that I popped up over the background with foam dots and I punched the sentiment with the Modern Label punch by SU.
 The Muse challenge ends tomorrow so I'm going to hurry up and post this so I can link it up  - don't want to miss it like my project on yesterday's post!!

ETA:   I'm also entering this into the Little Red Wagon challenge I just found - to use a window!

Thanks so much for stopping by -  have a great weekend everyone!!

Stamps:  Merry Christmas from Nordic Winter - Waltzingmouse
Paper:  Vintage Cream - PTI
Ink:  Ranger Distress Old Paper and Frayed Burlap
Accessories:  Small Madison Window Die - Poppy Stamps, foam dots, Aspen Tree Stencil - The Crafters Workshop, modern label punch - SU

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30 comments:

  1. Deborah FringsMarch 15, 2013 at 7:52 PM

    This is lovely! A great combination of challenges too!

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  2. SmilynStefMarch 15, 2013 at 8:34 PM

    Love your gorgeous neutral design ... and what a fabulous take on The Muse Inspiration ... always thrilled to see you join us at jingle belles.

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  3. Sue WiebergMarch 15, 2013 at 8:57 PM

    Lovely card. I adore the window and the tree branches.

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  4. CyndieMarch 15, 2013 at 9:25 PM

    I was just checking out J.Belles for inspiration and saw your card, it is extraordinary...I love everything about it. Someone will really enjoy getting this one for Christmas.

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  5. Annette AllenMarch 16, 2013 at 12:13 AM

    wow you have such great style.. i love these cards..very pretty

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  6. GretaMarch 16, 2013 at 2:11 AM

    Wonderfully creative--fabulous card!

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  7. sandieMarch 16, 2013 at 2:41 AM

    This really is fabulous, live the colour and such an original take on the Muse card

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  8. LyndalMarch 16, 2013 at 2:44 AM

    FABulous card Julie - LOVE your monochromatic card, just gorgeous.
    It would fit right in to this weeks Little Red Wagon "Window" Challenge too :)
    http://lilredwagon.blogspot.com.au/2013/03/challenge-176-window.html

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  9. Neets BMarch 16, 2013 at 3:12 AM

    The stencilling is great, love your interpretation of this week's Muse :)

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  10. RietMarch 16, 2013 at 5:14 AM

    So gorgeous cards.

    Hugs Riet.xx

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  11. AnonymousMarch 16, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    Gorgeous ... fabulous background, fabulous take on the muse card! Anita (in France) :)

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  12. lauren bergoldMarch 16, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    do you know, i HAVE that aspen stencil, and am now thoroughly kicking myself that i've never thought to do THIS with it! (not to fear, i shall be "stealing" your awesome idea in future!!!) this is beyond fabulous, really a stunningly beautiful, simple, and perfect design! (how do *I* get on your xmas card list, lol?!) thanks for joining us at ♥JINGLE BELLES♥ it's always a pleasure! :)

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  13. Dianne March 16, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Stunning creation Julie
    the tree paper with the window great idea, I love it, thanks for sharing and hope your having a great weekend...

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  14. Tracey McNeelyMarch 16, 2013 at 12:05 PM

    Fantastic Julia, I so love the window die and the birch trees in the background are wonderful.

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  15. ArdythMarch 16, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    Beautiful classic image in a very serene colour! Thanks so much for playing along with us at CAS(E) This Sketch this week!

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  16. Kelly S.March 16, 2013 at 1:26 PM

    Running comment tests, hee! It seems that my Pinterest button (which I have as an extension on Chrome)is the culprit. I love this fresh and fun color scheme with this stamp set, Julia!

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  17. BonnieMarch 16, 2013 at 4:01 PM

    This background is just perfect for the window!

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  18. Wendy CoffmanMarch 16, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    The trees in the background are just lovely!

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  19. Kim MMarch 16, 2013 at 6:32 PM

    This is incredible! Love it!

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  20. Jen W.March 16, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    This is gorgeous, Julia! That sponged background is fabulous and I love that window die. :) Thanks for playing along with CAS(E) This Sketch this week!

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  21. Mona PendletonMarch 16, 2013 at 8:22 PM

    Such pretty cards Julia! Love the beautiful blossom and elegant window frame!

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  22. LoriMarch 16, 2013 at 10:52 PM

    Gorgeous! Love the sponged background behind the window frame.

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  23. lostinpaperMarch 17, 2013 at 1:57 AM

    What a great challenge combo. Love the monochromatic colour scheme and that wonderful window!

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  24. landerson213March 17, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    Gorgeous! I love those masked trees behind the popped up window. Such an amazing card! :)

    Lauren
    http://landersoncraftydesigns.wordpress.com/

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  25. JayneMarch 17, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    Beautiful background nicely done with the inks and great use of that window die, gorgeous! Thanks for joining us over at LRW this week.

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  26. RosanneMarch 17, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    Lovely cards, but of course my fav is the window Christmas card! Thanks for joining us at Little Red Wagon!

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  27. JanelleMarch 18, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    A totally awesome card. Well done! I love the simplicity of it.

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  28. UnknownMarch 19, 2013 at 6:12 PM

    This is gorgeous! I voted for you at Muse on Sunday ;)

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  29. AnonymousMarch 20, 2013 at 10:16 PM

    Gorgeous! Love the tree background paired with that die cut window :) Thanks for playing this week at CAS(E) this Sketch!

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  30. UnknownMarch 22, 2013 at 9:51 PM

    That sponged tree background is just STUNNING! Love this:) Thank you so much for playing my prompt at Jingle Belles! :)

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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a comment - I really appreciate it! Julia