Friday, July 1, 2011

Verve Diva Inspiration Blog Hop July 2011

 
Welcome to the July Diva Inspirations Blog Hop! Our Diva Inspirations team and several special guests from the Release team are here to start your month off right with a little Verve inspiration! Take a little peek at each of the fabulous blogs below for some Verve-alicious eye candy and you just might win some Vervey goodness of your very own!
Diva Inspirations Blog Hop
Master Hop List
1. Julee 9. Susan
2. Betty 10. Andrea
3. Dawn 11. Charmaine
4. Jen d. 12. Teresa
5. Jen T. 13. Maureen
6. Lynda 14. Amber
7. Shannan 15. Amy
8. Sony
We've hidden a little mystery prize on one of today's hop spots, so be sure to leave a little comment love as you hop around for a chance to win!
Comment Deadline: 11:59pm Mountain, July 5
Prize: $30 gift certificate to Verve
July is birthday time here at Verve, with five Diva birthdays, including my own! To start the celebration in style, our July Stamp of the Month is one of my absolute favorites... Carpe Cupcake!
And at 40% off during the month of July, Carpe Cupcake is one SWEET deal!


 
A brand new month also brings along a new sale here at Verve!
During the month of July, save 20% on all of our birthday stamps!
Check out all the birthday goodness on our SALE page. 
Our Gift to YOU!

And what's a birthday party without goody bags? We've gathered together some of our favorite things... doilies, My Mind's Eye paper, tags, ribbon, plus a few other goodies and put them in brown paper packages! And during the month of July, if your order is $75 or more, you'll receive one of these goody bags free! There's nothing to add to your cart, we'll just be sure to include it when your order ships! Celebrate good times, c'mon!
My card is a bit, but IRL it is very pretty.....I have determined "I like busy"....lol.  I have used the Viva la Verve sketch for today, I do hope you will join us and play along.  What is in mt card is below...enjoy!
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Stamps:  Circular Saying(Verve)
Paper:  Black, White(SU), and Portrait Collection Designer Paper(Crate Paper)
Ink:  Black Soot(Tim Holtz Distressed Ink)
Accessories:  A Cut Above Flutterby Die by Verve, Gemstones, SU Circle Punch, SU Scalloped Circle Die, Doily, Janome, Distressing Tool, and 3D Foam Squares  
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70 comments:

  1. MackieMade Paper CreationsJuly 1, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Love the black and green combo. Your card is so pretty!

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  2. RHYTHM AND RHYMEJuly 1, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    A lovely card.
    Have a grand time.

    Yvonne,

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  3. Dawn EastonJuly 1, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    Beautiful Teresa! I love the shabby chic look! I wish I could distress that like! Must practice! Thanks for the inspiration :)

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  4. NicoleJuly 1, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    Very pretty. Loving this paper you've been using. The butterflies are so elegant.

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  5. Julie Tucker-WolekJuly 1, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    This is GORGEOUS! I loveeeeeeeeeeee those butterflies! :):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)

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  6. Melisa HunterJuly 1, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Oh, this is so pretty! lOve the black and white combo with the pop of colour!

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  7. SusanJuly 1, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    very pretty. That "circular sayings" is my most used stamp set.

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  8. Judi SzyndrowskiJuly 1, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    This is lovely. Love the whole shabby chic feel. Judi

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  9. jennifer mittenJuly 1, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    This is beautiful! How can you go wromg with butterflies, though?

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  10. Steph HerbertJuly 1, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Fabulous card!

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  11. KimCreateJuly 1, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Beautiful card. I have been having trouble using that paper collection and you have used it wonderfully.
    Kim

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  12. Sylvia/LittleTreasuresJuly 1, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Love the layout, your colors and the cute little butterflies. Fun card. Enjoy the Celebrations this weekend.

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  13. Queen MaryJuly 1, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Love the incredibly cool butterflies! Love the doilies! Love the sentiment!

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  14. GenyJuly 1, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Love this card, the colors are so pretty!

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  15. okienurseJuly 1, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    awesome card. Very nice!

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  16. Niki EstesJuly 1, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    Such a pretty card, Teresa! I love those butterflies!

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  17. WhimseyJuly 1, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Oh what a great card - shabby/chic and great colors!!

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  18. JackieJuly 1, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    love love, the butterflies!

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  19. MarisaJuly 1, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Love that butterfly and they look wonderful in there DP garb :) Great take on Amber's sketch and an early Happy Birthday to you :)

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  20. AnonymousJuly 1, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    I absolutely love this. I wish I could duplicate this torn sewn technique you've used but I never like it when I try it.

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  21. Julee (Vervegirl)July 1, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    Beautiful, Teresa! Love the doily! These papers just steal my heart everytime I see them and you worked magic with them. :)

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  22. Kimberly S.July 1, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Love this paper and the butterflies...so sweet & yet so elegant, too! I also love your distressing!! It's one of my favorite techniques!

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  23. Jacqueline SmithJuly 1, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Love the colors what a fabulous card.

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  24. JanineJuly 1, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Lovely card and great distressing - my often just looks messy!

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  25. Raven BJuly 1, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    What a beautiful card. I LOVE the distressing and those butterflies! So pretty.
    Hugs,
    Raven

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  26. Sian RidleyJuly 1, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Those patterned butterflies are beautiful, I am partial to a butterfly! :) they make for a beautiful card :)

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  27. TanyaJuly 1, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    Another beauty! I always enjoy your cards! I want really need to get some doilies.

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  28. LuanneJuly 1, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Oooo! What a cool color combination! And I love those butterflies, they just pop off the green. It has a little old fashioned flair to it, fabulous!

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  29. Jen TJuly 1, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Love the tattered edges technique. Haven't quite mastered that one myself.

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  30. Amber HightJuly 1, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    SO SO pretty, T! I love all the black, very classy!!

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  31. Jessica @ COSDesignJuly 1, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    Very pretty! I like the butterflies =D

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  32. MoosiskJuly 1, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Love this card! The colors just POP! Thanks for the inspiration.

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  33. Marlena M.July 1, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Beautiful, encouraging card. ;)

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  34. LeslieJuly 1, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    I've always loved the black/white/green combo and you've done it beautifully here. That doily is just the perfect touch with those butterflies.

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  35. MelissaSJuly 1, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    oh, those butterflies are making me swoon! Lovely!

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  36. Amy ShefferJuly 1, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    Gorgeous, Teresa! Love those papers and all the distressing! Amazing job with Amber's VLV sketch! Have a great long weekend!

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  37. Laraine RJuly 1, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    Great card!! Love the butterflies!!

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  38. scrappingnanaJuly 1, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    Your card is beautiful. Love the color combo you used.

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  39. craftymom205July 1, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    Love your card.

    craftymom205 at yahoo dot com

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  40. marilynwillauerJuly 1, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Love your card, it's just so nice, simply pretty!!

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  41. Wanda CullenJuly 2, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    These papers are so pretty and I love what you did with Amber's sketch! Beautiful shabby chic creation...your trademark! :-)

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  42. Shannan TeubnerJuly 2, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    Gorgeous, my friend!! I love it!

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  43. Michelle - You Are GlowingJuly 2, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    Fabulous butterflies!

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  44. Peachy WesselsJuly 2, 2011 at 4:53 AM

    So pretty and sweet - you have a beautiful way with cards!

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  45. KanataNewfJuly 2, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    What a fabulous colour combo. Very dramatic.

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  46. MaureenJuly 2, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    now this is one fabulous vintage eye candy! You are rocking that paper! Love this, Diva!

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  47. Connie and JackJuly 2, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Lovely, unique card! thanks for sharing.

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  48. MicheleJuly 2, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Teresa! Love the card! Love the colors! Love the stitching! Love the doily! This is a great card ~ Thanks for sharing!

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  49. JennyJuly 2, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Love the distressed edges and the random zigzag sewing..the blingy butterflies are awesome too:)

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  50. DenisseJuly 2, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    i love all that amazing texture! gorgeous!

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  51. Sue DJuly 2, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Great card--I like the striped paper.

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  52. Janet's JoyJuly 2, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Very pretty!!

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  53. Walking on WaterJuly 2, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    LOVE this card!! I love butterflies...I see that I am going to have to get the die...lol...oh what is a girl to do...lol...TFS and I am now a follower! :)
    Kari
    purplefuzz06@yahoo.ocm

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  54. Create It SimplyJuly 2, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    Beautiful work as always!!

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  55. szbacn1July 2, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    Beautiful card... I love the butterflies!!!

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  56. Andrea EwenJuly 2, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    This is so pretty...love those charming butterflies!

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  57. AnonymousJuly 2, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    Love your card! Great color and pattern combination!!!

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  58. AnonymousJuly 3, 2011 at 1:05 AM

    LOVE this card! Love the butterflies and the bling and the little hint of color in the bg paper. SO pretty :-)


    -Sam :-)

    SamanthaJDesigns @ hotmail.com
    SamanthaJDesigns.blogspot.com

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  59. AnonymousJuly 3, 2011 at 2:59 AM

    Love the colors and the patterned paper you used. This card is completely marvelous!!

    Thank you for sharing!!
    Carol Froehlich

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  60. AnonymousJuly 3, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    I love how you used clean cuts with the super frayed destressed edges

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  61. Charmaine (CharmWarm)July 3, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Love the butterflies, Teresa! What a beautiful card!

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  62. Lucy NewtonJuly 3, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Gorgeous card, love the butterflies!

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  63. HeidiJuly 3, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    Teresa, this is gorgeous. I love the butterflies.

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  64. kksbJuly 4, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Super pretty card! Hope you have a happy 4th!!!

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  65. Jen CuthbertsonJuly 4, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    This is so pretty, Teresa! I love the butterflies and the colors you used!

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  66. Kim O'ConnellJuly 4, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Very pretty! Fancy little butterflies!

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  67. LaurieJuly 5, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    I can never make my doily look good on a card, but yours is terrific! You've inspired me to try again - thanks.

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  68. RavengirlJuly 5, 2011 at 1:21 AM

    Ohhhh, look at those sweet little butterflies and at how you used that doily. Love it!

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  69. suezieJuly 5, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    I love the distressed edges on your card :-)

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  70. Sherri PattonJuly 5, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    I love it!!!!

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Thank you so much for your comments, they mean so much to me. Have a wonderful day! Teresa

sparkle & shine *~*

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