Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Verve Sneak Peek Anniversary Release-Day 3















Welcome to our Anni-VERVE-sary Spotlight Hops!  Hop along with the Divas all week long as we share our first looks at a few of the new products releasing from Verve on Friday night!  One lucky commenter from each day's hop will win the sets and dies featured that day, so be sure and leave a little love in the Divasphere! Check out the Verve Blog today for all the prize details and deadlines.

1. Julee8. Sarah {Guest}
2. Charmaine9. Marisa {Guest}
3. Tosha10. Laurie
4. Andrea11. Amy
5. Sankari12. Shannan
6. Teresa13. Betty
7. Jackie14. Maureen

Stamps:  Words Of Wisdom and Graph Paper Plain Jane(Verve)
Paper:  Very Vanilla and Graphic 45 Designer Paper
Ink:  Black Soot(Tim Holtz Distressed Ink)
Accessories:  I Heart You Die  and Rounded Rectangle Die A Cut Above by Verve,  Spellbinder Scalloped Circle Die, Lace Trim, Crinkled Ribbon, Buttons, Burlap String, SU Crystal Effects, Glass Glitter, Janome, Cardboard, Scor Tape, and 3D Foam Squares
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Sketchbook Saturday:  sketch
Stamptacular Sunday:  photo inspiration/#123

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98 comments:

  1. LynnAugust 9, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Gorgeous card!

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  2. Andrea EwenAugust 9, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Wowzers, how wonderfully elegant, Teresa! Love the black accents and the gorgeous papers!

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  3. JamiAugust 9, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    great layout! I love the color combo also.

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  4. Debbie CarriereAugust 9, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Teresa, this is a stunner!!!! Love the elegant colors and all the fantastic elements you pulled together!! Love it!

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  5. TannyPAugust 9, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Such a beautiful color combination and that crinkled nestie in the back is perfect!

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  6. Vickie ZAugust 9, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Whoa.... Fabulous!!! Love those colors and the sentiment and alpha....perfect!!!

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  7. Tricia August 9, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Love this! The colors and the combination of sets and textures. Great card!

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  8. LuanneAugust 9, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Love the black and taupe. This is just so elegant! Beautiful Teresa!

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  9. Cassie_luAugust 9, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    what a great card

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  10. Steph HerbertAugust 9, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Super sweet card!

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  11. WhimseyAugust 9, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Oh my - breathtaking; love the black/white musical paper - beautiful! Such a beautiful color combo - really elegant!

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  12. Crafty Math ChickAugust 9, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Very pretty in all black and tan - I especially like that musical background paper.

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  13. UnknownAugust 9, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    So beautiful and to the point! Love the black and cream colors together.

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  14. DenisseAugust 9, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    absolutely stunning!!

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  15. Sian RidleyAugust 9, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    I love those colours - they remind me of my bedroom in my previous house. I'm glad they're not old fashioned yet! :) I like your use of yesterday's die release to 'edit' today's sentiment stamp :)

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  16. LorieAugust 9, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    I love the classic style of the card with the text talk "u" makes it kinda funky and young. Great card!

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  17. Wanda CullenAugust 9, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    OMGoodness, this is over the top gorgeous!! You rocked all 3 challenges plus flashed the new Verve in an awesome way! :-)

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  18. DonnaJAugust 9, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Ooo more ways to use my music backgroud papers !

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  19. Bandon, OregonAugust 9, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Very Nice...

    Faith

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  20. GretchenAugust 9, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Gorgeous!!

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  21. BeckyAugust 9, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    You are one busy lady :). this card is stunning.

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  22. UnknownAugust 9, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    So classy!

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  23. MaureenAugust 9, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    LOVE how you've layered all this dp!! Gorgeous little details :) hugs, Teresa! These spotlights are out of this world!

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  24. Deb BuckminsterAugust 9, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Wouldn't someone be DELIGHTED to receive this card?!! In a world that seems DETERMINED to make the individual feel unimportant, your card would make one feel SPECIAL, INDEED!!

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  25. Jen CarterAugust 9, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Teresa this is so gorgeous!! I love it!!

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  26. Liz WilliamsAugust 9, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    A natural beauty. Great job!

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  27. BassladyAugust 9, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    yeah, you make my day...i LOVE notes on cards!

    hugs and kisses from germany,
    silvi xoxo

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  28. AnonymousAugust 9, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    You are one of my top favorites! This card really appeals to me and I will so check out the sources for your sketch and color inspiration! Thank you for sharing your amazing talent.

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  29. LaurieAugust 9, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    Lovely way to showcase an encouraging sentiment.

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  30. Judith TetleyAugust 9, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Fantastic card....love your style!
    Kind Regards
    Judith from Australia
    http://creativestudio10.blogspot.com

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  31. Tosha LeyendekkerAugust 9, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Pure class and elegance Teresa!! I LOVE the colors and textures of this card!! Love the lace and sparkle on the flower too!! What a beauty!

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  32. Lisa M. (aka. Lisa @ Farm Fresh)August 9, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Oh this card is a lovely color combo! I love how neutrals like that can just look amazingly elegant! What a gorgeous card!

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  33. Darlene GabrielAugust 9, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Such an elegant card. Great colour combo and papers. I love how you've showcased a number of the new releases all in one cards here. Love the corrugated cardboard and lace together as well as the stitching and buttons.

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  34. Laraine RAugust 9, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Gorgeous card!!

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  35. WendyAugust 9, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    This is great Teresa!!! Love the sentiment!!!

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  36. MarisaAugust 9, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    LOVE that colour combo and how you combined the sets for the sentiment. Great card :)

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  37. lorettaAugust 9, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    What a beautiful card and a fun sketch to try. Love the way you used the letter on the card!

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  38. Sheila DavisAugust 9, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    So beautiful...love all the layers and the lace.

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  39. RavengirlAugust 9, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    Beautiful! Love the elegance that this card radiates!

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  40. AnonymousAugust 9, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    Your cards always inspire me!!! I absolutely love everything about this card! Stunning!

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  41. Nazeema Calypso ThompsonAugust 9, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    I just love the creme and black. It definetly screams elegance and romanace. Beautifully put together.

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  42. sharon gAugust 9, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    The black and kraft look great together!

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  43. TanyaAugust 9, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Wow, Teresa, this is stunning! So elegant.

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  44. SusanAugust 9, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    So elegant. Love this color combination.

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  45. NicoleAugust 9, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    Very pretty. Love the colors.

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  46. MoosiskAugust 9, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    How creative! I love how you paired the "U" with the "matter". Your choice of colors and papers are superb! :D

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  47. KathyEAugust 9, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Very beautiful card. So rich looking. Love the colors.

    KathyE

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  48. RhondaAugust 9, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    The detail is amazing Teresa. The U on the note is so cute.

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  49. jillAugust 9, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    Very elegant card, I oh so love the colors you chose

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  50. Colorado CrafterAugust 9, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Great card. These new Verve stamps and dies are wonderful!

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  51. Janelle StollfusAugust 9, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    What a great combination of new Verve. The dark background and layers are very bella!

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  52. Beth AnnAugust 9, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Lovely card. Thanks for sharing.

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  53. Barb TurpinAugust 9, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Love your background papers!

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  54. Holly AKA KopyKatAugust 9, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    This is so beautiful, love the colors and your great design.

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  55. Amy ShefferAugust 9, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Gorgeous, Teresa! All those neutrals plus the music motif, lace and texture have me drooling!

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  56. BarbaraAugust 9, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    Hi Terese, your card is fantastic. I love the color combo and how you so cleverly designed the sentiment! Thanks for inspiring me. My Blog:
    www.u-inspire-me.blogspot.com

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  57. Cindy LouAugust 9, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    I think you have hit both of the challenge ideas spot on! This is a beautiful card.

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  58. NormaAugust 9, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    WOW! love the color combo!! Loving the lace and the background!! Beautiful card Teresa!

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  59. riggyAugust 9, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Beautiful card!

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  60. TraceyAugust 9, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    GORGEOUS card and style girl!!!!

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  61. Charlotte TaylorAugust 9, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    Elegant card and beautiful details. Good Job.

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  62. AllyAugust 9, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Awwww, this card just makes me smile. :-) It's so beautiful, and I love the 'u matter' on it. So many gorgeous details. Love it!

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  63. HeatherAugust 9, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    ooohhhh . . . gorgeous! Love it. Love the black and white combo and love how you used the "u" from yesterday's peek. Did I already say I love this card?!

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  64. Jolene BebichAugust 9, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    Lovely, lovely card! :)

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  65. BonnieAugust 9, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    Such a classy card!!

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  66. craftymom205August 9, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    Lovely card.

    craftymom205 at yahoo dot com

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  67. Sue DAugust 9, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    I like the neutral color combo.

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  68. scrappingnanaAugust 9, 2011 at 11:22 PM

    Very pretty. Love the colors and the elements. TFS

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  69. DenisseAugust 9, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    absolutely stunning :)

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  70. VickiAugust 9, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    Oh wow! Beautiful! Elegant! You make such 'refined' cards!

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  71. suzieq23August 10, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    Just love your card and the new Verve sets for today. Getting very impatient for 8/12 to arrive!

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  72. Indy's DesignsAugust 10, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    You really did incredible work:
    1. showcasing these new products
    2. capturing the essence of the inspiration photo--loving the black and kraft!
    3. nailing the sketch--great work.

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  73. AnonymousAugust 10, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    The papers are perfect for this card - stunning design! TFS!

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  74. Iwona Palamountain (Chupa)August 10, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    This is absolutley amazing! So elegant in black!

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  75. ChristineZAugust 10, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    This is so elegant! I love the color combination and the textures.

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  76. JillisgramAugust 10, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    Very elegant card!

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  77. MichelleAugust 10, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    What an elegant card, very effective with it's bold, yet simple, message.

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  78. marilynwillauerAugust 10, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    Great card! Love everything about it. To open your mailbox and see this stunning, what a treasure that would be.

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  79. Dori SheltonAugust 10, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    Love the mix of neutrals with the black, makes for a very elegant card. I also really like the layered look of the center image with the circle and other shapes. It truly is delightful!

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  80. Sankari W.August 10, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    What a great mix of dies, stamps, colors and textures!!! Amazing Teresa!
    Big hugs,
    Sankari :)

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  81. Jen CuthbertsonAugust 10, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    Gorgeous! I love the big letter over that notebook page!!

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  82. KarenAugust 10, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    This is really a beautiful card. Simplie and powerful at the same time! Great job!

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  83. DottieAugust 10, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    I love blue and chocolate brown together. This card is so cleverly done. Just awesome.

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  84. kksbAugust 10, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Fantastic card!

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  85. Good2BTAugust 10, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Lovely card! All the special little touches you incorporate are just perfect! Love the twine bow around the U!

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  86. HeidiAugust 10, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Oh I love an elegant neutral card, sentiment and all. Fabulous girl!

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  87. jennifer mittenAugust 10, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    This is so cute!!

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  88. Julia MAugust 10, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Love all the texture on this classy card.

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  89. Karen LinarezAugust 11, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    This is a very pretty card. I like the design papers, and what a cute layout. Your design of the layout is lovely, and a very nice sentiment.

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  90. Sarah GoughAugust 11, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    This is SO elegant Teresa!!!

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  91. KanataNewfAugust 11, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    beyond gorgeous - you rocked that inspiration photo.

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  92. GeorgeeAugust 11, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Black & kraft can it get any better than this!!? Wonderful!

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  93. Betty WrightAugust 11, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Gorgeous, Teresa! Love the colors and the blend of the patterns! Just beautiful!

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  94. RenateAugust 12, 2011 at 3:34 AM

    I don't know what else to say except Beautiful!!

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  95. CharleneAugust 12, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Love it, love it, love it!!

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  96. ScrapacatAugust 12, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Wow - love the understated elegance on this.

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  97. zehraAugust 12, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Nice lay out, love the black and browns. Gorgeous

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  98. Design og HobbyAugust 14, 2011 at 4:03 AM

    Great card!! Love the lace and the beautiful patterned papers!

    Thanks for joining us at SSC in our photoinspiration challenge!
    Hugs Gry

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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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