Saturday Sketch time!
Well thanks for waiting. My camera batteries are all charged now! It always seems when I’m behind they DIE ON ME! I can’t believe we dont own another camera battery.
Sorry for my YUCK-O photos, I told you before my photo lightbulb broke and I cant find a new one. SO bummed.
C.C. Designs has 5 new sets coming out! They are being released on the 4th-with a new set previewing each day, starting on the 30th!
I got SPECIAL permission to use this card sample EARLY, for my sketch challenge today-THANKS Christine!
This is THE CUTEST Itzy Inkies birthday set called : It’s My Birthday! I am in LOVE with this set. I think its my most favorite of her’s thus far-that is how much YOU NEED IT! If you love cutesy you’ll LOVE this set. I also like that it is gender neutral! I can do boy/girl, depending on the colors I choose.
I actually whipped out 5 boy themed cards using it-with the color combo’s you all suggested in a previous post!
Many suggest red, and choc chip with a green or yellow! I found this ribbon in my stash of American Craft’s ribbon, and thought PERFECT!!
Laura Albertson suggested THIS SITE for inspiration of color combo’s! OMG! I think I spent an HOUR just in awe of it! You can bet Im going to visit regularly!
Here is the card sample
Well MANY of you said that mixing colors and patterned paper was hard for you to do! Well I figured this sketch *may* help! Color blocking is a great way to add colors and patterns to your design.
Feel free to omit the circles if you like. I felt it added to the PARTY theme! I used different sizes, of punched circles for this one. I love how they were layered behind the image.
I also think MANY of us have sentiment’s that may go IN cards, that we rarely see or use! So take them out! That is the biggest challenge today!
This sentiment is from Papertrey’s Birthday Basic’s and It’s a Celebration
So I hope you like the sketch! Feel free to alter it to suit your needs.
If you do get the chance to play, send us a link in the comment’s section.
ONE MORE PEEK!!!!!
Here is the card Noah chose to give to his friend today, who will be 6! I gave him the choice between 5 different ones.
Is this not so ADOARBLE? He LOVED this monkey.
Another color combo suggestion from my very bestest blog readers-ever!!!
The card base is white, with a vellum layer that is embossed with the NEW! Number Collage folder. The sentiment was PERFECT!!! It is from Lizzie Anne’s —>High Hellos.
I got this paper from Paper Salon. How cute is that-with clouds and airplanes! I forgot I even had it!
Anyway-Im off to shop with Amber 😀 Yes, its a Saturday ritual for her and I. Gotta love a girl who likes to shop. This could be bad when she gets older.
Thanks for reading.
I’ll fill you in on any yummies I find OK!
Till tomorrow 😀
40 Responses for "Get sentimental. Saturday Sketch"
Lauren, These cards are too stinkin cute! I hope you all have a very good weekend that is free of headaches.
These are adorable! I am definitely going to have to get this/these set(s)! I love the sketch – super cute with the circles! 🙂 Have a great day!
Super cute sketch with the circles! I love it and will plan to create a card with it soon! TFS! Smiles, Pam 🙂
Aaaaaahhhhhh — these are soooo cute! I don’t have my sets yet — I’m going crazy! I hope they come today!!!!
Great cards…love the sketch! I hope I get a chance to try it this weekend!
Oh I’m so HAPPY I WON that CC Designs contest now!!! Can’t wait to get these sets in the mail!!! LOVE your samples Lauren! I’ve jotted down the sketch and will work on something this afternoon.
Have a FAB weekend!
These are just too freakin cute!! I think I’m in trouble when Christine releases these sets! Just checked out that color combo site and it’s just awesome. Have fun shopping with Amber. She’s just too cute.
Awesome cards……thanks for the link to that color combo site.
And love, love that little monkey stamp….too cute!
I truly LOVE the ‘Celebrate’ card with the circles! It’s just perfect for a child’s – or an adult’s birthday for that matter!! Very upbeat!! Love the monkey card too! Thanks for sharing with us!
I absolutely LOVE this sketch! It’s AWESOME Lauren!! And thanks, as usual, like I need any more enabling??? But I guess that’s why those smart business women have you designing for them! 😉
Hope you have a terrific weekend…chat soon!!!
Oh, how I love the boy themed stuff! Sooooo cute, Lauren! The monkey is just adorable with the cloud paper in the background! LOVE it! I also love the white embossed background.
OHHHH let the countdown begin already I LOVEEEE them OHHH gosh soo sweet 🙂 Now I’m gonna drive DH crazy saying OHH I want those stamps! lol 🙂
Great sketch, Lauren! I think I will try scallop circles with a floral theme. And, I feel for you {and Alexa}having to put up with a horrible Doc. They are supposed to be compassionate and caring. I am so sorry. Hope you find one that cares. 🙂 Kris
Hey girl! Have fun shopping for me too! (Well, I can’t say that I’m not shopping, but it is from the very comfortable chaise in the living room and online… you should see my wish lists I’ve got goin’ on… A bit frightening! And I can’t have it all – darn it!
I will have to mosey on upstairs to try my hand at this sketch. After I go see these new C.C. Design images! 🙂
~Kendra
Oh I loved this sketch Lauren! I made one so far….
http://treasureoilerdesignz.blogspot.com/2008/03/saturday-sketch-cards.html
Thanks for a fun sketch! This is the first one I’ve tried, but I’ll definitely be back for more!
Here’s my card:
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/865469
Love this sketch and your designs–too cute! I made one too, but I changed it up a little. Check it out on my new blog—
http://scrapbitz.blogspot.com/
Suzanne
Oh that monkey is so cute. Gonna need him I guess! Great cards. Have a great rest of your weekend. -Molly B
Thanks for the color website! It is Awesome!!!
I like the cards. Hey…I usually get your mytime “late”. I know it is not your fault. Just checking to see if it was my computer or what?!
thanks for your help!
Great cards and love the colors on them, especially the first one, too cute images! Great coloring!
Lauren, these are adorable cards, and I love the sketch with the circles. Reeeeally fun! Here’s my card: http://www.thepaperlandscaper.blogspot.com
Enjoy what’s left of the weekend! 🙂
Awesome cards, Lauren! Love the colors and I’ve jotted them down for future use! Have a great time shopping with Amber! Love ya!
Those are the cutest cards. Great colors. Oh-oh, I think I in trouble with the sneak peak. Adorable! I NEED them already.
Totally cute cards! Thanks for the color combo site, too, there’s alot of inspiration there!
Here is my go at your sketch! Your cards alway inspire me. Thanks
http://mauna-inkpaperscissor.blogspot.com/
I just love your blog – I look forward to it everyday! Even when your day sounds like it could be better, you still manage to produce lovely work that inspires so many! I love your sketch and sample (and thanks for the info on the color combo site). Take care and good luck with your Dr. search…..
Great cards. And HELLO where is the YUCK-O you mentioned! Crazy lady! 🙂 LOLOL.
Ok I will have to try this sketch, I know I have been MIA on your sketches, how rude of me! 🙂
OMG! I already need these new sets! I just adore those lil guys!
Loved the sketch and had to try it out. Not much variation, but I just really liked it as is! Thanks so much for sharing! And those new C.C. Designs stamps are just too cute!
http://cheshire-grins.blogspot.com/2008/03/laurens-sketch.html
Love your cards as always. Had this puppy waiting to be made into a card so here it is http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/866477?cat=500&ppuser=132530. Thank you
Fun challenge Lauren!! Here is my card: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/866559?cat=500&ppuser=83483
here’s mine – cute sketch, although I think I placed my circles differently – serves me right trying to rely on my memory!!!
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/866583?cat=500&ppuser=15151
Thank you, thank you for the color blocking idea. It was just what one of my cards needed. I didn’t use the sketch, but you inspired the second card on this post!
http://simplystamping.blogspot.com/2008/03/say-hello-chicky.html
Thank you again!! 🙂
Lauren, These are so cute! I guess I’m a day late on the Saturday sketch, but I’m going to put the girls to bed, and then go make one! Hope you had a great weekend!
Lauren,
Another great sketch! I’m looking forward to seeing all the new stamps. Here is my card.
http://katiespaperhaven.blogspot.com/2008/03/sketch-cards.html
Have I ever told you how much I enjoy your sketches?! Well, I stayed with muted tones, but here’s my take on this sketch (LOVE it, BTW!):
http://sueblondin.blogspot.com/2008/03/read-any-good-books.html
later, alligator!
– SueB
Hi Lauren! This is my first time trying one of your sketches. I know that my card looks a lot like yours, but I did change a few things (colors, stamp, used cuttlebug).
Here is my card: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/870099?cat=500&ppuser=30139
Hope you like it. Thanks again for all the inspiration that you share with us every day.
Carmen
Here’s my card, Chica! Love the sketch!
http://kirstendubosque.blogspot.com/2008/03/fabulous-friend.html
I loved this sketch it was great to use! Thanks Lauren, I realise I’m late but have been busy and Never got the chance to upload it, until now so come take a look, thanks again, Kim
http://paperbabe.blogspot.com/2008/04/catch-up-competition-reminder.html
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