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I have been stamping and scrapbooking for the past 10 years. It is my favorite hobby and I sure do miss it when life gets way too busy. I have 3 amazing children, and a wonderful, supportive husband.

Sunday, August 23, 2009

Back to School Night


Wow, I can't believe my kids are heading back to school tomorrow. This summer went by so fast, I have to admit a stay at home mom with three kids is ready for a break.LOL! Even though I enjoyed my summer with my kids I am ready for things to get in routine. I haven't been around much this weekend, getting things ready for tomorrow and 2 soccer games, it has been a quite busy weekend. I did however get a card in while I was cooking dinner tonight..LOL....This was a real simple card that didn't take too much time. I still have baths and trying to get the kids to bed early will also be a chore.


I decided to the challenge over at Stamp, Scrap, & Doodle Saturday. It was to make a monochromatic card. I think I have only made one of these once, so this isn't something I usually do and I thought it would be a fun challenge. Why not give it a try ,right??? I really love this new color rich razzleberry from Stampin Up, so this was the first color that came to mind. I really hope you enjoy my card!! I hope everyone has had a GREAT weekend.


Here's the recipe


Sentiment - Stampin Up set Cut & Curly, Stamped in Rich Razzleberry Ink

Cardstock - Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White

Designer Paper - SU Cottage Wall

Accessories - Cut & Curly SU Punch, Kaiser Pearls, SU Rich Razzleberry Ribbon, Scallop Marvy Punch, Martha Stewart Butterfly Punch, White Gel Pen

39 comments:

Angie Cortes said...

Awesome card Crystal!! I LOVE that color and you did a great job with the challenge!! Thanks for playing at SSDS!!

Kerri said...

This is so pretty, Crystal! I love the layout, and I love the Razzleberry! Good luck with the first day of school : )

Dawn B. said...

I love all that rich purple. It is really pretty. You did a quick card that looks this great??? Was dinner burnt..LOL. JK. We start school Tuesday. I am not ready for all the routines..and lunch packing.. Hugs to you.

Stef H said...

oh that rich razzleberry is sooooo rich looking on this card. just gorgeous!

hugs,

Cindy Haffner said...

Look how pretty, great color!!!

Patti J. said...

Hi Crystal! So glad to 'see' you! I wish your kids the happiest of days tomorrow! Your card is very pretty - love that Razzleberry color! Get some rest tonight! Hugs...

Marilyn (stampwithMJ) said...

Love this RR paper and ribbon! And your card shows them off spectacularly. TFS

Lisa Kind said...

Love it, Crystal! I like monochromatic cards, and your choice of the razzleberry was so spot on! Love that color! Enjoy your day tomorrow sans kids!

Allison Rankin said...

Love all that razzleberry...neat layout too!

Stacy Morgan said...

Oh so pretty! Crystal I like these colors and the butterflies look great.
Routine is a glorious thing. hee hee The kids go back to school next week, but I feel ya on a fast summer! have a great day tomorrow.

jen said...

I love that color too! You did a great job with the monochromatic- the butterflies & pearls really set it off!
Good luck tomorrow!

cats whiskers said...

Morning Dear, this is fabulous as are all the other creations you have posted since I went AWOL had a great time looking at then all.
Hugs Jacqui x

Darlene said...

This is gorgeous Angie! I too LOVE that new razzleberry ... of course ANY shade of purple works for me, lol!!
Good luck this a.m. with the kiddos ... I'm sure I'll hear the sigh of relief when they are all on their merry way clear over here in Green, LOL!! Hope to see you Thurs.

Rene' said...

Oh, Crystal! This is so gorgeous! I love the color and the butterflies are too cute! Thanks for playing with Stamp, Scrap, & Doodle!

Scrappy Love,
Rene'

coldwaters2 said...

Oh Crystal this is just breathe taking the colours and those butterflies it really does have a midnight look about it..brilliant.

Hugs
Lorraine x

Michele Kovack said...

This is gorgeous!!! Love the colors and those butterflies!

Lisa said...

wonderful job, I love the tones thanks for playing SSDS hope to see you again

Amy Johnson said...

How beautiful! I love the trio of butterflies with the pearls in the center of their bodies.

Deb Neerman said...

Gorgeous, Crystal! But quick and simple?!? It sure doesn't look either!! Great take on the challenge!

Lynn Mercurio said...

Oh I just love this Crystal, such beautiful colors and the way you've highlighted your focal image is just stunning!

Lynn McAuley said...

Love this razzleberry beauty!! Great work, Crystal!!!

Jodi said...

Another pretty card!! I just love this color too!! Yes, the kids go back to school so fast these days!
Hugs
Jodi =)

Jacilynn said...

super cute! I love all that sweet purple. Great card Crystal!

Unknown said...

Oh, I LOVE the color! So eye-catching, Crystal!!! LOVE LOVE your card!!!

Ali Dantre said...

There goes that razzleberry again! hello sweetness...so sorry i not been over in like...an age. Just catching up on all your makes and well...gorg as ever.
Hope you ok too poppet?

Love Lisa.xx

Lynsey said...

Great acrd Crystal, I love purples and putting different shades together looks great Lynsey xx

Kristine said...

This is beautiful Crystal! I especially love that COLOR and DP! As well as those Butteflies and pearls. It all works so nicely and is very elegant!

Boni Boutelle-Jones said...

Absolutely Beautiful Crystal!! Isn't it amazing how gorgeous something can turn out when only using one color? LOL

Anonymous said...

WOW!! Crystal, this is just amazing hun!!! The colors are so gorgeous!! Love the butterflies too!! Hope you have a wonderful and relaxing first day back to school!! TEE! HUGS

Tammy said...

Just beautiful Crystal! Love the colors, the layout and butterflies!!

Kimberly's Krafts said...

Back to school Crystal!! Wahooo! Ooops! Did I say that out loud?? heehee!
Hope all went smooth for you and the kidos! xxoo

This card is just perfect in every way! The colors and the LO! Nice work! Just sweet and oh~ so ~ pretty! You know how much I love butterflies! :) Great job!! :)

Have a great week!! :)

Beth aka BR-T said...

What a fabulous card Crystal! My husband has been teasing me lately about being a "stay at home" mom with my kids in school...life is good! BR-T

Regina said...

Fabulous card! love that color! thanks for playing along at SSDS!

Diane Davies said...

This is a beautiful card! You look like a pro at doing monochromatic cards. Thanks for playing along with us at SSDS!

Fern said...

Wow Crystal, the colors are gorgeous and I love the butterflies.. :o)

Anonymous said...

Awesome card, thanks for joining us at SSDS.

Micki said...

Wow, that is a great card. I love the design and that rich color really enhances this card. Great job!!! Thanks for joining us this week at SSDS.

Crafty In Carolina Stamper said...

Thank you so much for joining the challenge at SSDS! I love your card, it looks like the butterflies are flying right off the page! Beautiful!

raindropecho said...

Love this! Perfect placing of your sentiment and the butterflies are gorgeous. Good luck with your kids and school!