Tuesday, August 30, 2011

CTO Challenge #28

Hello Lovelies,
It's another CTO Challenge! I want to encourage all of you to play along.  This week the theme is "birthday" and there is also a sketch. I do have to apologize for the picture quality...I am at a conference, yes, another one and I am having all kinds of issues, from technology to curriculum. What a way to start the year, right?! Anyways, no complaining here. This is what I came up with...I am not happy with it but this is it.  Thanks for the visit.
Hugs,
~Shen
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56 comments:

  1. EstherAugust 30, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    I think it's a cute card Shen!
    Sorry you're having difficulties :(

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  2. JudieAugust 30, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Hi Shen,
    It's a nice card, sorry you are having issues. Hang in.

    Judie

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  3. NicoleAugust 30, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Don't give up or give in!! Things will be back to normal in the blink of an eye! Great card!!

    Nicole

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  4. Sandy from UkiahAugust 30, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    I think you did a beautiful job on this card.. love the touch of red. Sad to hear you are still having issues.. but remember our disappointments are God's appointments... hugs

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  5. DIANA L.August 30, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    You did a great job I love the colors. The flower is really pretty. Have a great week.


    DIANA L.
    http://dianamlarson.blogspot.com

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  6. LetilliaAugust 30, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    Beautiful Card Shen! Everything is going to be fine in just a Short time! Hang in there Girl!!

    divaof5.blogspot.com

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  7. TamikaAugust 30, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    You are so talented that technical difficulties can't out shine your work, beautiful card! take care!

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  8. GiGiAugust 30, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Great card Shen! Good luck with everything thats not working out for you! HUGS!

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  9. KarenAugust 30, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    Pretty card! I hope things settle down for you soon! :)

    Karen
    craftedwithlovebykaren.blogspot.com

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  10. Lucianna DilsaverAugust 30, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Great card, with technical difficulties and all!! Things always turn around :)

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  11. StaciAugust 30, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    I think it's a beautiful card Shen!

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  12. UnknownAugust 30, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    Sorry for not coming by very often, I am remodeling and we just had a baby!! Well my daughter did. Come by my blog and see him, he's precious. This is a very pretty card Shen. You are to hard on yourself sometimes. You always do great!! Hugs, Pam at http://craftycards4u2.blogspot.com/

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  13. Kelly SAugust 30, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Sorry things are not going well for you, Shen. Your card looks great. Please stop by my blog. I have an award for you. :)

    Kelly
    http://kellyscraftylife.blogspot.com

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  14. KarenAugust 30, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    This is lovely, Shen... see the beauty in everything! In this case, there's tons to see so it's not a challenge. ;) Seriously though, your beautiful spirit and love shine through every project you make and this is no exception. The colors are lovely, with such pretty ribbon and flower accents. Smile lots tonight, my friend!

    Hugs and blessings!

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  15. KellyAugust 30, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    I'm so sorry to hear things are a little hectic for you right now but your card is wonderful. Sometimes less is more...you know what I mean? Hang in there girl...we miss you but understand.

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  16. CharlotteAugust 30, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Great card, wonderful colors, and a beautiful flower. I am so sorry for the way things are going. Don't worry about the technical problems. We've all been there!.
    Charlotte DT

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  17. MaribelAugust 30, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    I absolutely love those colors! The flower is a great touch too!

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  18. LaurieAugust 30, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Really cute card Shen, hang in there...just remember that this too shall pass!
    Laurie fellow DT member
    scrapsbysissy.blogspot.com

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  19. CraftyJARAugust 30, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    Shen it is cute. Just change the picture when you can then no one will even notice :-)
    Love the color combo.
    Judy

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  20. AmyAugust 30, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Nice card Shen! I really hope things slow down for you and you are not so stressed! :)Amy

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  21. LisaAugust 30, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    This is just beautiful, Shen! I love the colors and the pretty flower! I hope things slow down for you and you get everything worked out. Rest when you can and take care of yourself!! Big hugs my sweet friend!! :)

    Lisa
    http://indymermaid.blogspot.com

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  22. The Archiving AngelAugust 30, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Hello Shen, the card is still lovely no matter what the quality of the photo. You can see all your pretty elements that came together so nicely.
    I hope you are doing well.
    By the way, on tomorrow's (Wed., 8-31-11)post on my blog there will be something there awaiting your retrieval, hope you stop by.
    Take care & crafty best always,
    Sonia

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  23. Audrey FrelxAugust 30, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    I can make out your card and it still looks nice! Sorry you're having such issues!

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  24. TracyAugust 30, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    What a great card. I think it looks good even a little blurry :)

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  25. abusybee - DoubleClick ConnectionsAugust 30, 2011 at 11:22 PM

    Great card, nice design and great colors!

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  26. JayneAugust 31, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Great card Shen.Keep smiling.Hugs,Jayne x

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  27. mamawcindyAugust 31, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Your picture may be a little Blurry,but it still looks Beautiful!!!!
    cindys-greencricut.blogspot.com

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  28. CraftyJARAugust 31, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Hey Shen I have an award on my blog for you.
    Judy
    http://craftyjar.blogspot.com/

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  29. Paper Panther and RaynaAugust 31, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    Sorry you're having technical difficulties, but you made a great card anyway! Have a good day!

    ♥ Rayna
    http://purplepeepstechniques.blogspot.com

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  30. Angi BarrsSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Adorable Shen. I love the large letters on the paper. Hope you have a great week. :)

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  31. TraceySeptember 1, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Great card Shen, love the colours.......hope your life slows down for you soon!

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  32. NormaSeptember 4, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    Lovely card SHen and I hope things get better:)
    Hugs

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  33. TyTynNiyasmomSeptember 4, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Beautiful card Shen. I have an award for you on my blog:)

    Candace
    mypassion4scrappin.blogspot.com

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  34. lovemypaperSeptember 4, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    Very cute card,hang in there.

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  35. Paper CompulsionsSeptember 4, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Cute and cheerful card.

    Jani
    papercompulsions.blogspot.com

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  36. Audrey FrelxSeptember 5, 2011 at 2:46 AM

    Hi, Shen!!! Thanks for taking the time to stop by and say hi. Now it's my turn! I'm just stopping by to say hi to you, and hope all's going well!!!

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  37. BeebeebabsSeptember 5, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Very nice card

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  38. KateSeptember 5, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    Sorry about your tech issues - that happens to all of us at some point or another! I can tell it's a great card though! I love the splash of colour with the grey tones. That's so sharp!

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  39. AimSeptember 6, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    It's a lovely card, Shen!! I'm so glad you were able to get a wee bit of crafting in even with your technical issues!! Hope things will start to smooth out soon for ya -- Now I need to go look in my stash to see if I have some paper similar to that lettered paper you used -- It's got me thinking of a card I'd like to make!! :)

    Thanks so much for sharing your talent at Celebrate The Occasion!! :)

    Your CTO DT Sister,
    Amy :) at www.lovetocrop.com

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  40. AnonymousSeptember 7, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    Want to send big hugs your way and say what a pretty card.

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  41. AmySeptember 8, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    Shen this card did come out great! I know how it feels when there is so much going on! I'm having a lot of issues at my school right now, but I'm sure it will get better... Hang in there! :)
    Amy
    redheadedcrafter.blogspot.com

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  42. SabrinaSeptember 11, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    This is a great card Shen! Hang in there, it will all be OK. We are all here for you!

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  43. LisaSeptember 14, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    I am thinking of you my friend and hoping you are doing well! I miss you! Stop by my blog when you get a chance...I have an award for you! :)

    Lisa
    http://indymermaid.blogspot.com

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  44. Audrey FrelxSeptember 16, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Shen, hope all's well!!! I've been checking in and haven't seen you've posted!!!

    Miss you, sweetie!

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  45. UnknownSeptember 19, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    Shen stopping by to say Hi! I hope all is ok. I miss you my dear friend. Hugs, Pam at http://craftycards4u2.blogspot.com/

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  46. keshapoohSeptember 25, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    Wonderful card, Thanks for sharing.

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  47. LetilliaOctober 8, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    Just dropping in to say Hello! Hope everything is going well with you! Be Blessed!

    divaof5.blogspot.com

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  48. UnknownOctober 10, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    Hey Shen, just stopping by to say Hi. I hope all is OK with you. I miss you my friend. See you soon, I hope:)) Hugs, Pam at http://craftycards4u2.blogspot.com/

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  49. Dr Sonia S VOctober 17, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Dear Shen I hope you are fine. was thinking about you and that not seen you in blogland for some time. Hope everything is fine. Do drop in or mail me when you can. Just worried about you.
    Love
    Sonia
    soniasv@rediffmail.com
    http://cardsandschoolprojects.blogspot.com

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  50. lovemypaperOctober 27, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    Pop by to say hi!

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  51. Eva LaneyOctober 28, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    just wanted to stop by and say hi and let you know that you are missed here in bloggy land. I hope all is well with you

    Eva :0)
    http://evasscrapsncards.blogspot.com

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  52. Audrey FrelxOctober 29, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    Well, you MUST really be busy!!! I hope and pray all's well!

    Wanted to stop by to say hello and that you're missed but not forgotten!!!

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  53. SabrinaNovember 18, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Hi Shen, I hope all is OK with you and your family? It's been so long and I want you to know many of us are thinking about you and hope to hear from you soon, even if it's just a quick "hello."
    Hugs to you!
    Sabrina :)

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  54. UnknownNovember 29, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Well I check several times a week to see if you have posted. I sure hope you are doing alright. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving, and the rest of your holiday season is blessed. I sure do miss you, my friend.

    Hugs, Pam at http://craftycards4u2.blogspot.com/

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  55. MelissaDecember 18, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Hi Shen, thought I would stop by and see if you had posted anything, haven't seen you lately hope all is well and your back soon!!

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  56. MelissaDecember 18, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    OH, I wanted to wish you a Blessed Christmas and New Year!

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