Monday, March 21, 2011

Hoppy Easter!

For today's card, I created an Easter card with a mostly white front is simply adorned with Mini Chicken Tilda, a few Wild Orchid roses and ribbon. But she seems a tad lonely, no?


Well, don't fret - this Tilda's got some company waiting for her...


Mini Tilda Painting Egg and Mini Bunny Tilda are all ready for Easter to arrive! This trifold of embossed white cardstock opens to reveal a foldout row of Easter eggs. The two larger eggs are outlined with white satiny cording I saved from a shopping bag (I told you I never throw anything out!).



The charm came in a silver colour, so for this card I painted it white and then sprinkled some Martha Stewart White Crystal Fine glitter to add a touch of sparkle. A few self-stick pearls were added to the inside of the card as well.


I have a brand new toy that helped immensely with this project: My new black Cricut Expression! I was so excited to get this a few days ago... I have been wanting the black machine ever since my friend showed me just what it can do (thanks Wendy!). Last week I noticed ONE at my local Wal-mart... sitting amongst the lime green, pink and yellow machines, but to my dismay, it was priced nearly double to the other colours! I was so sad; I went home that night, disappointed and empty handed. The next day I couldn't stop thinking about it until I got up the nerve to call the store to ask if they would do a price match...


And you know what? They DID! So take it from me; it never hurts to ASK! I was SO excited!!! I didn't realise until I got it home the reason it was priced so high - the black machines were a limited edition... wow! It fits my room's decor perfectly and I have been playing with it using it every day since... and it was put to work cutting my title, eggs, frames and swirl for this project. There is no way I could have cut all those eggs EXACTLY the same otherwise!

Oh, and before I forget, here are the Copic colours I used:

Mini Chicken Tilda:  C3, E0000, E01, E35, E37, Y000, Y21, Y35, Y38
Mini Tilda Painting Egg: B34, BG10, BG49, C0, C1, C2, C3, E0000, E01, E21, E25, E37
Mini Bunny Tilda: C3, E0000, E01, R000, R21, R24

Whew! I hope you like my Easter greeting.


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50 comments:

  1. ChrissyMarch 21, 2011 at 3:58 AM

    Well you are such a lucky girl. I love your card, sooo pretty.
    Luv CHRISSYxx

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  2. Patti JoMarch 21, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    Aren't the minis fun?!!! Love how you've used them on the eggs from your wonderful new machine! (Congrats!) Great job on your card Maureen!!!

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  3. MoniqueMarch 21, 2011 at 4:53 AM

    It's beautifull Maureen. And have fun with your expression. I have one too (the original) and I love it :)).

    Hugs Monique

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  4. DurvinaMarch 21, 2011 at 4:54 AM

    I love this project with a lot of eggs!
    yhanks for thr tutorial.

    hugs, Durvina

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  5. CherylMarch 21, 2011 at 5:07 AM

    Love your card and all those perfectly colored Maggies! A real Congratulations on your new family memeber :)

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  6. MariaMarch 21, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    What an adorable card Maureen! Have fun with your Cricut. Hugs, Maria

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  7. AngelaMarch 21, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Beautiful card Maureen. Love your design and these sweet images are colored beautifully. hugs, Angela

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  8. SuziMarch 21, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    Wow! How lucky are you. I don't think I would have had the courage, but well done. I love your card, the inside is so so amazing. Keep enjoying your new Toy.
    Hugs
    Suzi x

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  9. PatMarch 21, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Hi Maureen! I am totally lovin' your card! The minis are absolutely darling! And your DPs are just perfect!!! I love your card design too...the inside is as gorgeous as the outside! Hugs.
    Pat Frank

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  10. cabio's craft cornerMarch 21, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Cute oval egg shapes for these images. I especially love the inside of this card. A lovely easter creation.
    PS, enjoy your new toy :o)
    Hugs,
    Cabio

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  11. BrigitteMarch 21, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Congrats on your new Cricut!!! I love your card and all the little details!!! You're so clever to keep those cording from bags!
    brigitteetleschats at hotmail dot com

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  12. IuliaMarch 21, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Oh, what a lovely card, Maureen! Love the elegant exterior and the eggs' border inside! Amazing work!
    Hugs, Iulia

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  13. AngieMarch 21, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Hi Maureen!

    What an adorable card! And those pop-up Easter eggs on the inside are fabulous :-)

    Angie

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  14. LindaMarch 21, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    What a beautiful card and I love all the eggs!!!!

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  15. Barb HardemanMarch 21, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    OMG! This card is so lovely on the front with the white on white and the pop of color on Chicken Tilda, but... WAIT...your card opens to the most amazing surprise EVER!!! What a delightful way you've used your new Cricut, and all the Easter eggs on the inside are just fabulous! FAB-ulous! Just makes me smile!
    Hugs,
    Barb

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  16. KateMarch 21, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Lovely card and great new piece of machinery; very sleek!

    ** Kate **

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  17. Karen's Fun BlogMarch 21, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Very beautiful! : )

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  18. Stampin MindyMarch 21, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    This is gorgeous! I love the way it opens it's like a little Easter party in this card! Too Cute!

    Hugs, Mindy

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  19. ReneMarch 21, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    I am so sorry there's a blizzard heading your way! It's so pretty here...I'll send some spring your way :D
    Now, onto your delightful creation! How sweet and lovely is the outside...then you open it to an egg-stravaganza! Genius!
    Rene :D

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  20. EulandaMarch 21, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    This is so cute and YAY on your new machine! AND if they don't know why it's more expensive and don't do their own homework then all the power to you!! Your mini's are so cute and love the egg border. Hugs!

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  21. Shirley NMarch 21, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Beautiful card, love your mini Magnolia and your card design!!!

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  22. *mieke*March 21, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    What a lovely card Maureen and have fun with your circut!!!
    Love from Holland...Mieke

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  23. CathyMarch 21, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    What a fabulous card! I love all the sweet mini Tildas and very creative eggs.

    Hugz,
    Cathy Lee

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  24. ♥♥RubyM:)♥♥March 21, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    OMG ,I'M SMILING SO BIG LOL!! Half of my christmas shopping was bought at walmart and everything was priced matched TEHEE!!!!SO yup it doesn't hurt to ask:)

    WHAT A BARGAIN AND YOUR BABY LOOKS AWSOME!!!

    OK your creation blew me away.What a nice elegant card.You made it look so clean and beautiful wow!Ruby♥

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  25. Only By His GraceMarch 21, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    A beautiful card Maureen.
    such a nice surprise opening the card. A very clever idea and beautifully made. Congrats on your new toy.
    hugs maz

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  26. SandyMarch 21, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Oh wow!
    such a beautiful card Maureen and creative too!
    Hugs,
    Sandy

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  27. LindaCMarch 21, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Maureen, I loved the front of your card with the image and the softness of the white, then saw the inside with more Magnolias and Easter eggs! Great card!

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  28. CandyMarch 21, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    Hi Maureen,
    Love your white on white card with the pop of yellow!!
    What a surprise on the inside to see all the colour and fantastic work you have done with your new machine :o)
    Hugs, Candy

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  29. Sharon CaudleMarch 21, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    What a happy and fun card, Maureen!! I love all the adorable Mini Tildas and pretty Easter eggs! A huge CONGRATS to you on getting your machine!! Can't wait to see what other fabulous creations you put out using it with your Magnolia images!
    hugs, Sharon

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  30. Suzanne J DeanMarch 21, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    So precious Maureen! I love the colors popping against the white and all those adorable mini's. What a great way to show them off! Congrats on that Cricut--mine is unused *shhh* cuz I don't have the time, LOL!

    hugz,
    Suzanne

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  31. ChrisMarch 21, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Your card is just so sweet! I love the little eggs and the PP inside the egg shapes. I love the white, too! Great job coloring the minis.

    XO,
    Chris Christensen

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  32. BrookMarch 21, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Cute idea! I love those little minis and what you did with the bunny charm worked wonderfully! Love how you repurposed the shopping bag cord too. TFS!

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  33. catzMarch 21, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    wowieeeeeeeeeee....this is so cool! I love it!! Teresa

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  34. Paper, Ink, Color!March 21, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    Love this card so much! I went and bought all the stamps after I saw this card! Just awesome!

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  35. CricketMarch 21, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    This is just adorable!

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  36. Diana CrickMarch 21, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    Wow a black Cricut, I have never seen one of those before and look at the wonderful things you have made. What a lovely surprise when you open the card, friends to play with yeah! Beautiful colouring, lots of detail, love the little pearls on the quilt paper,stunning card!!!
    hugs, Diana

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  37. THE HOOSIER STAMPERMarch 22, 2011 at 1:41 AM

    Precious!!!!

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  38. hellerlittleMarch 22, 2011 at 2:13 AM

    I´m so happy that little chicktilda isn´t lonely *lol
    love all the details of your projekt!! They are all amazing !!!
    Thanks for telling us about your "blacky" it´s right ... fell free to ask about any prize !!!
    TFS the card and the story behind..... hellerlittle

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  39. CarolMarch 22, 2011 at 3:19 AM

    First, you did an awesome job on your eggs and congratulations on Price matching at Walmart. That was way smart. Cool!
    Your card show with the Japanese Tilda is remarkable. You did an awesome job. I know many are praying and are hearts are with the people of Japan along with all those around the world who have friends and loved ones in Japan at this time.
    Thanks for sharing all the information

    Aloha from Hawaii
    Carol

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  40. SarahMarch 22, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    I love how your used the minis. Adorable!

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  41. *Vicki*March 22, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Oh my word this is just so precious!! LOVE your gorgeous design and fun folds here!! ;) HUGS

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  42. JenniferMarch 23, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    OH I just love this!!!! How do you gals come up with such beautiful creations....Congrats on your Black Expressions....I have a pink one and love it...
    hugs

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  43. NormaMarch 23, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Maureen, what a gorgeous card. I love white-on-white cards—one of my favorite types—keeping the focus on Tilda. And oh, look at the inside of your card. What a fabulous surprise. Your minis are adorable and you’ve coloured them so beautifully.
    I am green with envy of your Black Cricut Expression. Have fun with it!

    Hugs,
    Norma

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  44. NGCARDSMarch 24, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Beautiful work hun xxx

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  45. NicolaMarch 25, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Stunning work, love all the white, it highlights the mini tildas perfectly. Beautiful creation, and very inspiring
    Love Nicola xxx

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  46. RoseMarch 25, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    Your card is beautiful and your images are exceptional! It was a pleasure to see your work.

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  47. CrafteezeeMarch 27, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    Wow, wasn't expecting such an explosion of creativity when you opened the card. Absolutely stunning and I just love all those mini magnolia's, so I will have to add some to my stock, lol. I always ask, like you say it's always worth asking. Looks fab in black! Hugs Tracy x

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  48. FrancaMarch 28, 2011 at 1:14 AM

    Wonderfull and very sweet idea

    Franca

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  49. NelaApril 5, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    What a beautiful card!
    Hugs Nela

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  50. Jazzie CasasApril 15, 2011 at 5:19 AM

    Beautiful post (as usual). I have been reading this blog for a while and I always learn something new.




    Thanks,
    Dom
    greeting cards

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