Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Thank You Emma - Surprise Birthday Hop!


Happy, happy birthday, Emma Aguilar, the original "Paper Princess"! Today the first My Creative Time Design Team is having this blog hop to thank Emma for giving us the opportunity to be on her design team AND to wish her the happiest of birthdays! Emma, you are a dream to work with. I LOVE your stamps and all of the fun we have together! Wishing you a year of happiness, GOOD HEALTH, and big things to come!

Now, on to the card. This is a tri-shutter card. I first learned how create one of these by watching a video by Mary on Cardz TV. If you want to make one, I recommend checking out her video here. You start with a 5 1/2" x 12" sheet of cardstock, and with all of the scoring and folding, it ends up to be 5 1/2" x 4" card when folded up.

I had fun choosing my sentiments. I used three of Emma's stamp sets! "Birthday wishes" is from Polka Dot "SURPRISE", "To the Best" is from My Teacher Rocks!, and "Paper Princess" is from Paper Princess! Click here for ordering information on all of Emma's stamp sets. I embossed all of these with white embossing powder, and I added buttons made with Papertrey Ink dies, coasters (to make them thicker), and patterned paper. My "birthday cake" is cut at 4 1/2" from the Wrap it Up cartridge, trimmed down to fit my space, and the candles (also from this cartridge) are cut at 2".


I cut the party hat at 3 3/4" from the Birthday Bash cartridge. Last, but not least, is my mini-Emma. She is printed and cut from the Best Friends Imagine cartridge at 4.8". I used layers from 3 different girls to get her look. Emma's Gypsy is cut at 1/2" from the Cricut Everyday cartridge.


Recipe:

DCWV Neutrals Stack (for card base)
Papertrey Ink Distressed Dots Patterned Paper
Bazzill White Cardstock for Imagine Cuts
Papertrey Ink Plum Pudding, Lavendar Moon, Pure Poppy, Harvest Gold, & Summer Sunrise Cardstock
DCWV Summer Dreams Stack (Gypsy cover)
DCWV Metallic Stack (Gypsy buttons)
Core'dinations Cardstock (rest of Gypsy)
Cuttlebug "Divine Swirls" Embossing Folder
My Creative Time "Paper Princess", "My Teacher Rocks!", and "Polka Dot 'Surprise'" Stamp Sets
Versamark Ink
White Filigree Embossing Powder
Papertrey Ink "Buttoned Up #2" Die, Coaster, & Rustic Jute Button Twine
ColorBox Cat's Eye Chalk Ink

Time to keep hopping! If you got here in the middle of the hop, be sure to head back to the beginning (see the line-up below). Otherwise, your next stop is our super talented Glora!

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63 comments:

  1. GloraMay 10, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    Katie this is beyond PERFECT!!!! This shouts Emma in every way! Your little Emma is so cute and your combination of stamps is amazing too!!!! I love it!!!! Hugs- Glora

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  2. Neha JainMay 10, 2011 at 1:32 AM

    very cuteeee.....loved this card...EMMA is so lucky ;)

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  3. AmandaMay 10, 2011 at 4:46 AM

    Love your card! Super cute!!

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  4. ShersL84bedMay 10, 2011 at 4:47 AM

    fabulous card.

    Smiles Sher
    ShersL84bed@aol.com

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  5. LeanneMay 10, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    Katie this is just AMAZING!! Love your color choices and love how you combined the different stamp sets! I love the little Gyspy Emma's holding to!! Great job!! Hugs, Leanne

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  6. SharMay 10, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    Adorable card, Katie!! What a great idea to honor Miss Emma on her birthday! :)

    Hugs
    Shar

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  7. AnonymousMay 10, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    How sweet of you girls! Your card is so super cute, Katie. Emma is going to LOVE it, for sure!

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  8. My Quilling NestMay 10, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Ohh Katie this card is beautiful as always! I have to give this style of card a try! Love it!
    Quilly Hugs,
    Linda K.

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  9. Nati TristanMay 10, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    I love it! I really would love to learn how to make a card like this!

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  10. HeatherMay 10, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    This is so cute! I love the polka dots!!!
    ra6352 (at) gmail (dot) com

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  11. jenMay 10, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    Katie this is Awesome!!! You put a lot of work in to this and Emma will love it. TFS
    hugs,jen

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  12. KateMay 10, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Simply Adorable Katie. I love this card.

    Kate

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  13. liz at liz's paper loftMay 10, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    oh my goodness katie, this is so stinkin' cute!
    liz :o)

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  14. JovanMay 10, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    This is so cute!

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  15. Sandy from UkiahMay 10, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    I love how you added the gypsy.. You are so creative

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  16. AbbyMay 10, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    This is just too adorable!!!!!

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  17. Maureen ReissMay 10, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Wow!!! Awesome card!! it just screams EMMA!!!

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  18. HeatherMay 10, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Great card. I love the paper you used. TFS
    bhoward at kci dot net

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  19. MelissaMay 10, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    What a fantastic card!! The bright colors and polka dots are perfect for Emma!

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  20. UnknownMay 10, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    I love the girl and the card is FABULOUS - I really need to make a card like that.
    Perderg{at}q.com
    scrappin3angel{dot}blogspot.com

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  21. lindagk23May 10, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    OMGosh! This is so cute!! It is just awesome! And Emma will love it for sure!

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  22. CA ScrapperMay 10, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Wow, that is a beautiful card. I need to learn how to do that.

    Leslie
    cascrapper at gmail dot com

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  23. Nadia's WorldMay 10, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    This is sooo cute! Very awesome card and so perfect for Emma!

    TFS!

    Nicole T.

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  24. Juliana TMay 10, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    what a wonderful card! good job!

    http://julianaspapercrafts.blogspot.com/

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  25. quilt4fun2May 10, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    What a great card. You must have used up your polka dot stash to make this and I can't believe you could make a cut so small as the Gypsy buttons. Very cool card. Thank you for sharing in the hop and helping make Emma's Birthday extra special.
    quilt 4 fun 2 at hot mail dot com

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  26. sweetlilscrapperMay 10, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    amazing - i love the detail!


    sweetlilscrapper.blogspot.com
    sweetlilscrapper at hotmail dot ca

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  27. AmyTMay 10, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    I absolutely love your card! You are awesome tfs

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  28. VeronicaAMay 10, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    I love the tri-shutter card. I've never attempted one, but it would be worth a go.
    Veronica
    vballen at comcast dot net

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  29. Mommy's Crafty CreationsMay 10, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Love your card. I been wanting to make one of these. TFS

    Veronica
    mommyscraftycreations at gmail dot com
    mommyscraftycreations.blogspot.com

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  30. Amanda TMay 10, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    This is such a gorgeous card! I love all the sentiments all embossed in white and that cute, cute Emma! You are so talented, Katie!

    at home ink at q dot com

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  31. Stephanie KMay 10, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    GORGEOUS!!! I love the bright colors and polka dots! The sentiments are perfect! Mini Emma accessorized with her Gypsy is adorable! Thanks for sharing!

    scrappingwithstephanie.blogspot.com

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  32. CRAZY4 CHRISTMay 10, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Love the colours and the style of card!! Great job
    sierrababy08 at hotmail dot com

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  33. MadisonMay 10, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Tri-fold cards are one of my favorite types of card and this card is amazing. I love the colors and the paper you chose. So fun! TFS.
    Cindy funkycards @ charter dot net

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  34. katieoMay 10, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    Great polka dot shutter card.
    katieoscreations@gmail.com

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  35. AnonymousMay 10, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    waooo EMma is going to love this card... I do..

    Ivette_aviles@yahoo.com

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  36. Gabriela SandovalMay 10, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    What a fun and adorable card.

    Gabriela

    gaby@hispaniclifestyle.com

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  37. My Creative TimeMay 10, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    WOW KATIE!!!! I AM IN AWWWWWWWH!!! THIS IS SUCH A SUPER SWEET SURPRISE & I CAN'T GET OVER HOW AMAZING BEAUTIFUL YOUR CARD IS ALONG W/EVERYONE ELSES!!! IT MUST BE AN "AGE" THING CUZ I AM OVER HEAR CRYING LIKE A BIG BABY READING ALL OF YOUR POSTS!! "HAPPY" TEARS!;) YOUR CARD IS JUST PERFECT LIKE ALWAYS!! I Love ALL of you & THANK YOU AGAIN FOR THIS, IT IS TOTALLY APPRECIATED!!!;)
    BIG GYPSY HUGS,
    EMMA;)

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  38. joniMay 10, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    This is an amazing card!!! Wow!!! So fantastic with so many awesome little details! Love mini Emma with her gypsy!!! Thanks for sharing!
    hugs,
    joni

    arcocha at yahoo dot com

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  39. thekolbesMay 10, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Holy cow, your card is amazing. Thanks so much for sharing
    Trish
    krazykcrafters at msn dot com

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  40. AshleyMay 10, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    That card is so adorable!! I just love that it's tri-shutter.

    Ashley
    ScrappinAsh at gmail dot com

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  41. teachermom5May 10, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    You really out did yourself on this one. The details are wonderful, it really does look a bit like Emma, especially with that adorable little "Gypsy Girl" as she would say.

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  42. Scrappin with the bugMay 10, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    This card is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing. Love the card.

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  43. LaurieMay 10, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    I'm your newest follower and I love your card, super cute!!!

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  44. Debbie BonczekMay 10, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Love the card design. Very cool, and the colors are great! Thanks for sharing.
    dbonczek@comcast.net
    http://pawstoscrap.blogspot.com/

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  45. PeggieMay 10, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    wow what a creative card. Will have to try one of these. peggie
    barker944atmsndotcom

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  46. VickyMay 10, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Hi Katie,
    OMG I LOVE YOUR CARD!! It rocks you did a fantastic job, I love the gypsy you mini Emma has in her had. you always do a fantastic job on your pages

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  47. KnT Designs by TeresaMay 10, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Your birthday card is absolutely adorable!!!! So cute. I wish they had released the cricut everyday cartridge for everyone. Thanks for sharing.

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  48. Jennie GarciaMay 10, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Super cute card!!! I love the stamps and the Girl!! Too Cute!! TFS!! Take Care!!
    Jennie @ http://earthyscrap.blogspot.com/

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  49. Happymom2010May 10, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Awesome card Katie!!!
    I love all the details on it.
    C'ya soon...;o)

    Gina L.
    happymom2010learning

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  50. KathyMay 10, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    Super cute card! I love making tri-fold cards. Love all the polka dots and the girl with her "Gypsy Girl"! Thanks for celebrating Emma!

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  51. GlendaLeaMay 11, 2011 at 4:17 AM

    Love the card! We all know Emma loves her Polka Dots!
    Glenda
    glendalea.blogspot.com

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  52. Dawn, RIMay 11, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Love, love ,love your card and Im sure Emma will
    to... Dawn RI

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  53. JessicaMay 11, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Cute card! I love the color combo that you've used! How sweet of you all to do this for Emma! HB Emma!

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  54. ChristineMay 11, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Awesome card!
    Chris.Pickul@hotmail.com

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  55. JuliaMay 11, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    The shutter cards are the b-e-s-t!! :)

    juliayoder@hotmail.com

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  56. VICTORIAMay 11, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    What a great card Emma will surely love it. Victoria :) TFS

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  57. kathleeMay 11, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    What a beautiful Tri-shutter! Gorgeous!
    TFS!
    Kathie
    Kathlee154atgmaildotcom
    http://kathleessnippitsncricuts.blogspot.com

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  58. snowdraakMay 11, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Cute card.
    Alison
    fourkidstwocats at msn dot com

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  59. YvonneMay 11, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    This card has Emma written all over it! SO CUTE!
    Great Job! ~Yvonne
    OneCreativeMomma at yahoo dot com

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  60. NanetteMay 11, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Wow...your card is amazing! I will definitly be checking out the how-to video. TFS!

    nanettemtatyahoodotcom

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  61. Sherrie K.May 11, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    Your shutter card is adorable!! Wow, just awesome!
    Sherrie K
    http://sherriescraps.blogspot.com

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  62. DeniseMay 12, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    I LOVE YOUR TRI-FOLD CARD!!!

    dendearmas@aol.com

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  63. Kim HMay 13, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    I know I left a comment... stupid blogger. I LOVE this card too! It is so Emma! I LOVE that paper and that fold! Oh Katie you always inspire me! I am sure she loved this card!

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