Friday, March 25, 2011

PTI March Blog Hop

Hello everyone! It's time for the monthly Blog Hop over at Capture the Moment.


"For the March Blog Hop we are challenging you to use embroidery floss in a fun and inventive way on your project. We look forward to seeing your creations!"

Here is my creation.


I used black DMC thread to stitch around the die cut and for the center of the flower. Yellow thread was used to produce the little flower stitches in the corners.

The flower background is stamped in yellow chalk ink from Studio G. Ribbon dots are colored in using a Copic Marker. The yellow cardstock is from American Crafts, and I did distress the edges of the flower a bit using Ranger Distress ink in scattered straw.

All dies used are from PTI. Stamps are from the sets: Green Thumb and Faux Ribbon.

So, what do you think? Did I use embroidery floss in a fun and inventive way? Thanks for stopping by!

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23 comments:

  1. Erin (Homemade Cards by Erin)March 25, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Love the border!

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  2. Patti JMarch 25, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    Very pretty, Laurie! The yellow is so sunny and bright - great choice of colors, as we are all eager for spring! Thanks for sharing!!! (Blog candy at 'my place' - be sure to check it out!!!)

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  3. MargeMarch 25, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    You did -- with a very sweet, creative outcome -- LOVE it!!!

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  4. DianeMarch 25, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Wow...lots of work with all that stitching...love it...sets off your card so nicely...pretty flower, too!

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  5. Amy KollingMarch 25, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Love your stitching around the frame! Great idea! Yes, you nailed the challenge!

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  6. RhondaMarch 25, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    I like the floss around the die!!!

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  7. TammyMarch 25, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Beautiful card Laurie, I love the stitching, so dramatic. Great new profile picture, that Noah's a cutie.

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  8. Michelle (abzzymom)March 25, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Cute card! Great job with the embroidery around the frame. Love the background.

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  9. Wendy ten HoveMarch 25, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Love the way you added stitching to the border, looks so pretty!

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  10. InkyfingersMarch 25, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    You certainly were creative and inventive! I love the blanket stitch and your use of the 2 different mats.

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  11. Valentina Fussell March 25, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    This is so sweet! I love your label!

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  12. Monica K.March 25, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    So cute! Love the stitching around the frame!

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  13. ReneeMarch 25, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Very pretty.
    Love your colors!

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  14. DanniMarch 25, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    Fabulous colors on this awesome card!

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  15. Jen CarterMarch 25, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    This is super cute! I love the frame and how you stitched the border! The little flowers you stitched are the perfect accent too! Super cute!

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  16. Kay DMarch 25, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    I love the stitching around your frame- beautiful use of the floss!

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  17. beckynoelleMarch 25, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    very pretty stitching!

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  18. ChelseaMarch 25, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    I love all of the details in this. Nice card!

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  19. UnknownMarch 25, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Very pretty, like the yellow!

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  20. Babies-BethMarch 27, 2011 at 5:13 AM

    The blanket stitch works so well on the layer, great job!

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  21. Babies-BethMarch 27, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    i love your blanket stitch, well done! It works so well on the layer~

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  22. Carol's Ink SpotMarch 27, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Very pretty card. Like the outline around the sentiment with your stitching.

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  23. nancyMarch 28, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    Nice job edging the frame with the blanket stitch. B&W with a pop of color always looks so fresh; great use of it on your card.

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