Monday, Monday... can't trust that day...
(You know, I can't sing or quote a song by The Mamas & The Papas anymore without thinking about Mackenzie Phillips' revelations about her relationship with her dad/Papa John Phillips...
Thus, I think that's probably the last M&P lyric you'll see on this particular blog. Lots of other fish/songs in the sea.
You know, I could have just eliminated that line and skipped this whole stream-of-conciousness, which would make for a nice, professional post that would stick to the point. But where's the fun in that? Plus, I'm a firm believer that when opportunity gives one the chance to use the vomit smiley, it's one's duty to take advantage of it.)
But you know what you can trust? The Cat's Pajamas to bring you the swankiest stamps and dies, and Mojo Monday to get your mojo-a-go-go with its weekly sketch challenge!
I've used this week's Mojo Monday Sketch - #223 - to give you a preview of today's Sneaky Peek set, BUILD-A-BINGO. Here's the sketch:
Before I give my take on it, I want to make sure you're sitting down. See, this set allows the most vintage-challenged among us -- which would be me -- to pull off that shabby-chic look that's all the rage. Even though I made this card, it's hard for me to believe it's, well, made by me...
Isn't that set amazing? You can create all sorts of mini-Bingo cards for whatever-themed project you're working on (birthday, baby, holiday, etc.). This set was conceived by my brilliant buddy and fellow Cat Pack-er, LEIGH O'BRIEN, and then brought to life by graphic artist/designer extraordinaire ALMA DE LA ROSA (aka Miss Meowy, the owner/chief-illustrator of The Cat's Pajamas). Here's a close up of the top image panel and heart die cuts:
To give it that extra-vintage feel, I sponged 110 lb. Neenah Classic Crest Natural White card stock with Ranger Distress Ink (Tattered Rose and Barn Door) before stamping the Bingo image on with Marvy Matchables black ink (my favorite to use when I'm not going to color the image in with Copics; fabulous coverage, and it's a deep, deep black). I used heart/love themed accessory images, inked in Barn Red, for a Valentine-y finish. For the bottom panel detail, and also to give the ribbon a bit more coverage, I added a couple of borders using the brand new QUEEN OF HEARTS BORDER CutUps die. (BTW - I have it on very good authority that Juice Newton LOVES this particular die...) For the finishing details, I used TCP's HEARTS TRIO CutUps die.
For more look-sees at this awesome new set, head on over to Alma's blog, where she'll have direct links to several members of the The Cat Pack who are sharing Sneaky Peeks today. And, of course, you'll definitely want to head over to the Mojo Monday blog for all the details on how to play along with this week's sketch. Be sure to visit my fellow Mojo Makers for further inspiration:
If you're interested in winning a BUILD-A-BINGO set for free, you've got to be IN IT TO WIN IT! All that means is you have to leave a comment on THIS THREAD in TCP's Member Company Forum on Splitcoast. Speaking of our Member Company Forum, tonight's the night for our New Release Pajama Party! You're personally invited, so be HERE between 8-10 p.m. EST/5-7 p.m. PST for fun, chatter, games, more Sneaky Peeks, and lots of chances to win free goodies from TCP!
See you there! :)
Oh wow! That is SUCH a terrific card. I love how orangey the reds are!
Posted by: richard | January 09, 2012 at 07:11 AM
Do I even NEED to comment on this one?! You know how much I {love} it...you had me at 'bingo'!
Posted by: Amy Rohl | January 09, 2012 at 07:55 AM
Those nested heart dies are awesome - love how you can mix 'em up to add different colours/textures. Great card!
Posted by: Susi | January 09, 2012 at 08:25 AM
I just LOVE this Carole! This new bingo set is a must have!!!
Posted by: Jodi Collins | January 09, 2012 at 08:32 AM
You did good with the vintage look Carole.
Posted by: Bonnie aka raduse | January 09, 2012 at 11:40 AM
Very Cute!!
Posted by: Diane Squires | January 09, 2012 at 03:13 PM
OH I love that bingo card! That's fun!! Great nested hearts too! Fabulous card as always, Carole! Can't wait to place an order!!!
Posted by: Dawn Easton | January 09, 2012 at 07:33 PM
Love your combination of papers. The Bingo set is awesome!
Posted by: Karen Conner | January 09, 2012 at 08:11 PM
You created a beautiful card with the bingo stamps and dies! I love the colors you used, and it's perfect for Valentine's Day! Thanks so much for the inspiration!
Posted by: Christine | January 10, 2012 at 05:04 PM
Oh my word, this is GORGEOUS!!! I'm loving the BINGO! :) And those chipboard elements are just fabulous! :)
Posted by: Mynnette | January 13, 2012 at 05:50 PM
Fabulous! Love how you used the bingo cards with the sketch--just perfect!
Posted by: Lori | January 14, 2012 at 10:02 PM