Thursday, March 1, 2012

Move'n'Grove Challenge...

Here we are at the first of March! Yikes!! Is March coming in like a Lion or a Lamb where you are? Here in Central Texas it's coming in as a Lamb with above normal temperatures and still very little rain!

Well, anyway, today is the Magnolia-licious Highlites Challenge. This one is sure to get you movin' and grovin'! We are asking you to make a card that moves! Like a pop-up card, a swing card, a shaker card! Whatever template you can find that will give you some movement on your card. This will be a super fun challenge and I can't wait to see what everyone comes up with.

I chose to make a Swing Card with a little difference. My little panel swings around, but it doesn't roll along like the others I've seen. I saw a similar card on this blog and got permission from the owner to take her idea. I just want to say that I get so much inspiration from all your blogs and I so appreciate that you share so willingly.

Would you like to see my card? I guess I've waffled along enough for now. Here is the card I made!

This is an Easel card. The actual base is round, but I used my Go Kreate Die XXL Square Frame Frilly#5 for the propped up part. I guess that's a technical term! My flowers are all from Wild Orchid Crafts, I added a couple of leaf punches, pearls from the stash and butterflies from a MS punch. I have also used a combination of Creative Memory Custom Cutting Circles and Spellbinder Circle and Scalloped Circle dies. Cardstock is SU Garden Green and Blush Blossom. The dp was a gift from my BFF Paola in South Africa. The Silk Ribbon is from my stash.

My image is a slightly older Tilda #285 Giggling Tilda. She was among some of the first images I ever ordered from Diana. I've checked the store and she is no longer available and they have given her # to Garden Tilda. So sorry! But, Diana's shop is filled to the brim with such a fabulous selection of Edwin's and Tilda's that you'll have no problem finding just the right one for your project.



Before I show you the mechanics of my card here are a few pictures of Tilda up close and personal and the card propped up on my pearl stopper.








Here is my card with the panel beginning to swing away to the side. It actually swings all the way around - well, until it is stopped by the flowers, but I only took one picture to give you the idea.
How I did this was to punch a hole in the flower panel a little to the side. Then I adhered two pennies together with a pop dot and then adhered my Tilda panel to the pennies with a pop dot. I very carefully slide the bottom penny into the hold so now my Tilda panel is suspended in the hole. She completely pivots around on the pennies.



Here is a side view of my card....the artistic view...



I only finished the bottom inside part of the card and used a Spellbinder Fancy Labels Two for my sentiment which is computer generated. More pearls and butterflies to complete the look!



Well there you have it friends. I hope you've enjoyed seeing what I've done for this challenge. Be sure to visit the Magnolia-licious Highlites Blog to see what the other DT have done and get lots of inspiration for your own creation. Be sure to link your project to the Mr. Linky so that you have an opportunity to win a generous prize from Diana.

Glad you stopped by for a visit, hope you were inspired and that you'll drop in again soon!

29 comments:

  1. This is just beautiful Barb, I really love this DP it's definately a favourite
    Hugs Julie P

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  2. This is so cute. I love the moving parts.
    Very adorable.
    Hugs Tammy

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  3. OH! I love this style of card... soo elegant.. and you have just given me the inspiration I needed for a shape card. YOu are sooo sweet! thank you for sharing.
    You colored this cutie beautifully, and I love seeing some of the older maggies, this one is particularily sweet. This paper from Graphic 45 is beautiful, I love the colors, and the blooms. your bouquet is so elegant, and perfect accessory . A gorgeous card, friend. Hugs.

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  4. wow super stunning card. I love the colours and the shape of it.
    The stamp is wonderful and coloured very well.
    Francy

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  5. Wow! Barb, this is so lovely, your choice of papers and that sweet giggling Tilda is coloured beautifully. Fabulous creation hon.
    Hugs
    Suzi x

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  6. This is so beautiful! I love how you made the light gray background around her! : )

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  7. Oh, such a clever lady! You're too much, Barb, with this darling card. I guess you could say you really 'moved' me :) Great idea and great interpretation. Now I've got to get 'movin' myself cuz this challenge is one I can't resist.
    Sue S.

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  8. Wow! Fabulous card. Beautifully done. Tilda is colored so beautifully. Love the bow with all the pretty flowers.

    Karen

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  9. Hi barb, your card is gorgeous! I love the DP's that you used! The peach and green combo is wonderful!! Tilda is colored so beautifully. She is perfect for this card!! Have a wonderful day!
    Hugs,
    Suzan

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  10. Hi Barb! Your "movin' & groovin" challenge sounds like such fun!! And your card is just as precious as can be!! Yummy DPs and that ribbon is just fabulous!! And...your coloring is brilliant, as always! Hugs. Pat Frank

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  11. Hi Barb! I love the peach and green color combination that you've used. Tilda is colored so wonderfully that I can actually "hear" her giggling. Beautiful card!
    ~ rubber hugz ~
    M

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  12. SOOOO cute! What a precious card...love it!!!
    Rene :D

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  13. Very cute! Love how you put this together! ANd the colors you chose - love them!! Simply beautiful!!!

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  14. Barb, I love your card the slightly altered swing style you came up with! The DPs, layout, colors and coloring are all beautiful!

    Hugs,
    Cami

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  15. Wow barb this is just stunning!!!!! Love the image the color combo and your gorgeous design!!!!! Way to go on a fabulous card!!!!!

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  16. Gorgeous circle shape card Barb. Love the fun swing and the sweet Tilda coloring. The flower arrangement is so delightful!! So glad to be part of the DT. Thanks :o)
    Hugs,
    Cabio

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  17. Hi Barb,
    Ohhh how different the style of your card is :o)
    Love it.
    Wonderful design paper - beautiful colouring as always!
    Hugs, Candy

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  18. Pretty, pretty card. Love how this moves in so many directions. Great colors.

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  19. LOVE your card Barb! The colors are so soft and 'springy'. I have trouble with circular cards but you seem to have mastered it!

    Hugs to you!

    Angie

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  20. Gorgeous card! Love the creative way you've made Tilda move! Your coloring is beautiful. Love the DP that you used. Love the new hair do too!!
    Huggeroonies,
    Kathy

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  21. Very inventive! She makes me want to giggle lol.

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  22. AWW!! This creation makes me smile!! :) I love your shape and embellishment details!! Really gorgeous design and thanks for sharing!! HUGS

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  23. First i want to say that i love your new profile photo. Your card is a beautiful and creative piece of art. Your Tilda is adorable. I have her too but still not used, as many of my Maggies. I love the way your card is moving. Also the colors and all the details are awesome.
    xxxSylvia

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  24. SO Creative Barb!!! So here's my two cents worth! Your card is down right gorgeous! Beautiful coloring and details galore! I'm trying to vision how you have it moving on two pennies. WOW wonderful card!
    Hugs, Cathy-Lynn

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  25. Wow!! Barb, what a wonderful creation! This card is awesome with many of your creative ideas and skills.
    Hugs,
    Millie

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  26. Totally gorgeous creation....WOW!!!!!!!
    lOVE the style of this card and, of course, all the fabulous details along with the magnificently colored Tilda!
    Your new profile photo is lovely!

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  27. I can't help but smile every time I see this giggly little girl, Barb! And of course you've colored her perfectly!! Your card is gorgeous!! Love your choice of papers and beautiful sprinl-like colors with all the pretty flowers! And what a cool motion for it too! I loved this challenge and really love your take on it!
    hugs, Sharon

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  28. Oh wow, Barb, really fabulous. It's quite unique--don't think I've seen one like it. Beautifully designed. I remember this Tilda and yes it was one of the first ones I bought from Diana too. I just love your paper--to die for. Wonderful color combo.
    Hugs,
    Norma

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  29. I love this Tilda -- what a happy card she makes. And I love how you did your moveable feast for the eyes!
    Sandy

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