(if you aren't old enough to remember that song, I'm sad for you. Just sayin'. Peaches & Herb have been a very important influence on my life; "Shake Your Groove Thing" is one of my personal anthems, you know.)
Guess what, caro amici? I'm *back* in an official capacity with one of MY FAVORITE stamp companies. Can you guess what it is? I've already given you a hint... oh, alright, I'll spell it out for you:
I'm one of the newest members of MFT's Challenge Team!
What does that mean? Well, each Wednesday, I'll be telling you about MFT's Wednesday Stamp Club challenge for the week and sharing a sample. I'll also be linking you to my fellow Challenge Team members. Here's even better scoop: I'm not the only new gal joining MFT Challenge Team -- there are three other well-known stampers coming on board, and they are SUPERSTARS that you all know and love! I'm not at liberty to mention them myself, but I can tell you that all of them are dear friends of mine, and one in particular is someone I have a *history* with...
Let's just say, with the addition of us four 'newbies' combined with Alex, Dawn, and Wendy? The MFT Challenge Team is sure to be the *spiciest* team in the industry!
For all the scoop, you'll need to visit Kim(The MFT Lady)'s blog. In the meantime, let me tell you about this week's MFT Challenge: Floral Fantasy! Create a project using flowers. If you post on an online gallery, use the keyword MFTWSC08252010 so we can ooh and aah over your submission.
Here's what I came up with for this week's challenge:
I used the Pure Innocence -- Bunch of Blooms image, and created my very first rolled flower embellishment using the Rolled Flower Die-namic with a little felt centered with an adhesive pearl. The leaves were created using the Sheltering Tree and Leaf Die-namic.
After making one, I have to say, I LOVE these rolled flowers! They remind me of Mary Engelbreit's rose buds, don't you think? One more thing I want to point out: the use of skinny ribbon there at the bottom. My idea was to use it in the way that twine has been used of late; you know, wrapping it around a couple of times and tying it off. I'm thinking that I may just be initiating a trend here. What Justin Timberlake did for sexy, I shall do for skinny ribbon!
Well, maybe not. We'll see. But just in case this takes off, you can say you saw it here first! ;)
Okay, friends. That's all I've got for you now. There ain't no mo. But do come play with me and all my MFT Challenge Team buddies this week -- details are on Kim's blog -- and you just might win a shopping spree at the MFT Boutique!
That is a GREAT card! And I love your use of skinny ribbon! Welcome back my friend!
Posted by: Kim | August 25, 2010 at 06:43 AM
Welcome back!!! Your card is beautiful -- love that skinny ribbon! I'll be sure to use some on a card and credit the trend to you! :)
Posted by: Christina Fischer | August 25, 2010 at 06:59 AM
great creation and welcome HOME! so glad to have you back your work is always so great.
Posted by: Lisa Henke | August 25, 2010 at 07:12 AM
Yeah! I'm so glad you are BACK! You know I adore you and your creations and to be on the same team with you again(our DD days) will be FANTASTIC!
Your card is fabulous. LOVE that rolled flower and I'm kicking myself for not ordering it yet...ack!
Posted by: Dawn Easton | August 25, 2010 at 07:13 AM
...reunited and it's understood! Congratulations on your MFT DT gig! Way to go, Carol! But then again, this comes as no surprise considering your incredible talent.
Posted by: Gabriela (Gabi With An Eye) | August 25, 2010 at 07:25 AM
Well... good for you! :) I have to say... I was SO proud when I read your back to school post! You are such an amazing mom! Have fun!!!!
Posted by: Julie Campbell | August 25, 2010 at 07:31 AM
Sweet and dainty, just like us, right?! Everything here is like cream and sugar, apple pie and ice cream--perfect!
Posted by: Amy Rohl | August 25, 2010 at 07:54 AM
OMG, you blog post was hilarious! I can't wait to 'stamp' with you, will be very entertaining I think! So the card is ok....JUST KIDDING! Love it! The rolled flower is perfect, I haven't quite perfected that yet! Welcome girl!
Posted by: Wendy Bond | August 25, 2010 at 07:55 AM
...ready for some fun? Good to be back with you, sistah!
LOVE your precious card. That rolled flower is wonderful and I love the great colors too!!!
Posted by: Carolyn King | August 25, 2010 at 08:04 AM
Awesome card! And congratulations on being a part of the challenge team! How fun!
Hugs to you,
lise
Posted by: Lisa Silver (silvergirl) | August 25, 2010 at 08:18 AM
Congrats Carole!!! WOOT! Your card is ROCKIN' girlie!!
Posted by: Jodi Collins | August 25, 2010 at 08:40 AM
Such a sweet card Carole! I think you may have mastered the flower thing. It's great to have you back with MFT, we could use a little class in the group! LOL
Posted by: Julie Dinn | August 25, 2010 at 08:51 AM
Totally adorable! Love the rolled flower and the skinny ribbon treatment.
Posted by: Ida | August 25, 2010 at 11:52 AM
Well, well, well! The wonder twins are back together! Can't wait to see what you two and the rest of the crew come up with! I'm bracing myself! :)
Your Floral Fantasy card is just awesome! I think I need a little tutorial on the flower. I can't seem to make mine look worth a darn. . .
Posted by: Lesa (Grasshopper) | August 25, 2010 at 11:53 AM
So cute! Just loving those papers and colors! It is good you have you back!
Posted by: Melody Rupple | August 25, 2010 at 04:36 PM
WOOT WOOT!!!!! MY CAROLE IS HOME!!!! AND CAMMIE TOO!!!! OMG I better prep for good pee your pants laughing posts!!!!! I TOTALLY miss all that...
This card is SO awesome and Yes, you and JT got it goin on my Friend... Bring Skinny Back! HEY! :)I must admit, I saw that and thought, HEY! I'm totally doin that!!!!! LOL
Posted by: KelliJo | August 25, 2010 at 05:42 PM
Your card is GORGEOUS. Love it :)
Posted by: Jody Morrow | August 25, 2010 at 06:10 PM
Congratulations on hopping back on board with the MFT team! You're a perfect fit, and I sure LOVE all of your fabulous creations! This sweetie is no exception, and I totally love your rolled flower!!
Posted by: Rose Ann | August 27, 2010 at 04:05 PM
Congratulations Carole! What a beautiful card! I love this image and your design is simply fantastic! :D
Posted by: Kimberly Gajewski | August 27, 2010 at 07:29 PM
WooHoo! gorgeous card & awesome DT news- your creations & blog always rock!! love that skinny ribbon & your rolled flower is stunning!
Posted by: gabbe | August 28, 2010 at 11:04 PM
It's about time you came home!! Love your card!! Welcome back!!
Posted by: Jessie/knightrone | August 30, 2010 at 02:58 PM