Friday, March 25, 2011

CSS Alumni Blog Hop

Hello and welcome to another Center Stage Alumni Blog Hop!  As I am starting the hop, you should have arrived from the StampTV Forum.  Tonight the CSS Alumni group from StampTV is using a wonderful sketch from Melissa Cash. for my card I used the newest set from Theresa Momber called Warm with Love.  I Love irises so much I knew that the first thing I stamped with this set would be Theresa beautifully drawn flower.  I also worked in the color challenge from StampTV of wild lilac, sweet mango and white.  I don't have wild lilac yet so I used vibrant violet instead.












Thanks for stopping by!  Make sure you leave a comment as you hop along because we will choose a random comment from one of the blogs. We would love to see what you do with the sketch and make sure to leave a comment as you hop along because on Tuesday morning (March 29th), we will randomly choose one of the comments from all the blogs who will get a stamp set of their choice valued up to $24.95!  Next up is the incredibly creative Carolina.

I am also submitting this card into Stamp Something's challenge this week, What does Spring mean to you?  Thank you for stopping by.

Card Details
Satmps: Warm with Love GKD
Paper: Pure Luxury, Basic Grey-sugar rush
Ink: memento, tuxedo black, lulu lavender
Other: cuttlebug, nestabilities, ribbon, twine
Posted by Brenda at 6:36 PM
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88 comments:

  1. MiesjeMarch 25, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Beautiful! That Iris is amazing and I love the purples! Great card!

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  2. CheriMarch 25, 2011 at 7:11 PM

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  3. Theresa MomberMarch 25, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Great coloring on the iris! Gorgeous!

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  4. Karen (TLgirl353)March 25, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    The way you colored the iris is amazing! Gorgeous card!

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  5. LoriMarch 25, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Gorgeous Brenda!!! The iris looks so real, beautiful coloring!!

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  6. stampqueenMarch 25, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    I love iris too - totally unfair that they won't grow well her in Florida.....
    I have several iris stamps but this one is on my list too - beautifully colored!!!!

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  7. AnonymousMarch 25, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Lovely iris and sooo colourful ina

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  8. redwasher1March 25, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    Absolutely beautiful card Brenda!!!

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  9. CheriMarch 25, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    Brenda, your card is beautiful! That iris just pops!

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  10. joyMarch 25, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    How how I love how you have framed the iris with the birds -- they fit perfectly! Wonderful card!

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  11. BrookeMarch 25, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Beautiful card Brenda. And my favorite color!

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  12. Giovana March 25, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Beautiful card Brenda!! Isn't this Iris so pretty!!

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  13. CarolinaMarch 25, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    Gorgeous card Brenda - love the way you colored the flower and the twine is the perfect touch!

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  14. Sue VanDeVusseMarch 26, 2011 at 3:18 AM

    Brenda, this is a real beauty! Your iris is colored perfectly.

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  15. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    Brenda this card is beautiful.The colors are just lovely.

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  16. Debbie RogersMarch 26, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    A card that everyone would enjoy receiving! Just beautiful!

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  17. buggin2stampMarch 26, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    Gorgeous Iris card. Perfect coloring skills!

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  18. LageneMarch 26, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    Gorgeous!!! I love the iris & embossed BG!

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  19. PatSMarch 26, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    I am so loving everything using wild lilac! Great card.

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  20. Teri CMarch 26, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Very pretty! Love the colors too!

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  21. UnknownMarch 26, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Beautiful Iris Card, Brenda!

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  22. Ms QadirahMarch 26, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Beautifully done.

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  23. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Love the Iris can't wait to stamp a few cards with that one! Also like the embossing choice used behind it.

    Cherie

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  24. MelanieMarch 26, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    oh beautiful, i love that folder and Sugar rush paper with the iris, terrific coloring! :)

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  25. JoMarch 26, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Beautiful colors!!!

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  26. ChristineMarch 26, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Beautiful coloring!

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  27. terrieMarch 26, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Your choice of colors is very warm looking...
    well done
    zullu26@aol.com

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  28. Donna PenixMarch 26, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Love the iris's. Such a beautiful card!

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  29. Dyanna WinchesterMarch 26, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Really pretty Iris.

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  30. CynthiaMarch 26, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Fun colors and the image really pops!

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  31. DoreneMarch 26, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Love the iris. Thanks for sharing and inspiring.

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  32. argonlakeMarch 26, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Beautiful colors. I love the eb done in that shade.

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  33. --MarcyMarch 26, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Fabulous! Love it! Nice mix!

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  34. Jenny McGeeMarch 26, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Very pretty card, with the iris coloring.

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  35. JoanMarch 26, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Awesome card!

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  36. Gayle C.March 26, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Very Pretty Card. Love that iris.

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  37. cal8007March 26, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    Brenda,
    Love how beautiful the iris came out - good choice of colors.

    Hugs,
    Carmen L
    cal8007 at aol dot com

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  38. Lynn B.March 26, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    I love the tiny touches of orange that pick up the centers of the iris petals. Beautiful!

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  39. peggy wainmanMarch 26, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Brenda, your iris is beautiful, and I really love the twine!

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  40. MelissaMarch 26, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Gorgeous card Brenda! Your iris is colored so beautifully!

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  41. ValerieMarch 26, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Great picture, the embossing looks so lush, love the purple too.

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  42. pqueenieMarch 26, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    What a beautiful card.

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  43. CaroleMarch 26, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    I love the flower against the embossed background.

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  44. scraptistMarch 26, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Very pretty.

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  45. SandyMarch 26, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Gorgeous colors.

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  46. Jean WilsonMarch 26, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Love the entire card...embossing folder, beautiful iris, the twine and dp! Tfs!

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  47. Lois Cook BerrettMarch 26, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Beautiful card. Thanks for sharing!

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  48. Lois Cook BerrettMarch 26, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    Not sure what happened but I don't think that my comment was saved. I loved your card. My favorite colors. It was beautiful. Thanks.

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  49. DebMarch 26, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    So gorgeous, Brenda! I love this iris image, and the Sugar Rush goes perfectly with it!

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  50. SusanMarch 26, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    I love iris too Brenda and I'm so glad you used this image on your card.

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  51. The Vannoy FamilyMarch 26, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    What a CU-TE card Brenda - love your color schemes! Thanks for sharing! Always love the CSS Alumni hops!

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  52. bernietom47March 26, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Beautiful! Your coloring of the iris is amazing! Great card!
    Blessings Bernie

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  53. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    Beautiful card! Love the colors!
    RosieG(gramig05)

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  54. PattybMarch 26, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    What a gorgeous card! I love irises, too! The colors are so rich!
    Blessings, Pat

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  55. Alvina MaguireMarch 26, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Very pretty card, like the colors of the iris and the way you matched the paper.

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  56. kamlr65March 26, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    Absolutely beautiful! Professional quality all the way! I love it!

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  57. mypaperpleasureMarch 26, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Love the violet color, love the blending technique on the flowers. It is wonderful.

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  58. Pat JandacekMarch 26, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    You did a beautiful coloring job on that fabulous image. Makes for a most gorgeous card!

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  59. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    Lovely Card Brenda. Love the embossed lilac paper. great mix with the stamp and the patterned paper.

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  60. Nana GriffinMarch 26, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    The iris is so beautiful! Good job on the whole card.

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  61. ecpiercyMarch 26, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Love the purples! Great card!

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  62. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    I love your deeply embossed card. It's so delicate and the colors are lovely.

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  63. MonicaMarch 26, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Your card is beautiful! I love your coloring! Great job..

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  64. Judy SMarch 26, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    So pretty and this brings back fond memories of my mom. Purple irises were her favorite flower. Thanks for sharing.

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  65. Dolce ImpressionsMarch 26, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    love the iris it's one of my favorite flowers too.

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  66. AnonymousMarch 27, 2011 at 2:45 AM

    Your colours are just perfect for that glorious iris. Love it...

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  67. JennieMarch 27, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    This is beautiful Brenda...love your coloring and the dp you used.

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  68. Lisa MincklerMarch 27, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    Very pretty card. I really love the bird embossed background!

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  69. Kay SMarch 27, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Gorgeous card! Love that lilac paper and your iris is beautifully done! I really like that embossing folder you used. I haven't seen that one before -- something to add to my shopping list!

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  70. Betty NevilleMarch 27, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Beautiful Brenda! Great coloring!

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  71. Connie GageMarch 27, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Love this card, it's beautful, love the colors.

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  72. JaneenMarch 27, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    I like the way you wound the twine around a couple of times for more interest and how it picks up the center of the iris.

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  73. firstgrandma6March 27, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    Really pretty card. The flower reminds me so much of Spring!

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  74. Christine MacneilMarch 27, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    Beautiful card, Brenda! Irises are also my favorite card and I can't wait to start coloring images from this stamp! Thanks for sharing your beautiful card.

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  75. BarbaraMarch 27, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Awsome card and the purple thank you for showing the copic colors for this. I just couldnt get it right.

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  76. AnonymousMarch 27, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Love the card

    Judy Scott

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  77. Arlene in TX <>March 27, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    Lovely - and nice colors too!

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  78. AnonymousMarch 27, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Love the colour. Beautiful card and thanks for sharing your talent with us.
    Donna B

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  79. AnonymousMarch 27, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Colors are my favorite...so beautiful.
    Love the iris. Just perfect.
    Cheryl C

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  80. AnonymousMarch 27, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Very pretty card. Love the colors.

    Joan
    MN

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  81. ParkerMarch 27, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Your marker coloring is very good. I love this color combo. Thank you for sharing.

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  82. POSHMarch 27, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    I LUUUUV the iris. Great colors and I love the birdie embossed panel.
    Thanks for sharing
    http://posh-creations.blogspot.com

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  83. JanMarch 28, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    Beautiful, great idea and love the colors!

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  84. Crafty Math ChickMarch 28, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    This looks fantastic - beautifully colored. Love that fun twine too.

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  85. AnonymousMarch 28, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    thanks for sharing your project, great card!
    linda patti tpatti@windstream.net

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  86. Lisa R.March 28, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Lovely card! Thanks for sharing. joy4umetoo at hotmail dot com

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  87. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    Stunning Iris, and that purple color is awesome, lovely card!!
    Donna Przy...

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  88. MajahApril 3, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    Fun embossed background, I really like it.

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