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Monday, 15 July 2013

Add Some Sparkle with the House Mouse and Friends Monday Challenge

Good morning to you all in the land of blog

Today sees the next challenge 

at the 


with the theme of 

Add Some Sparkle

being hosted by our very talented teamie Tracy

we are sponsored by

where one lucky winner will receive a £10 voucher

now this weekend was the Mother in Law's annual fancy dress - the theme on this one was
Cowboy's and Indians
so here is Matt and I dressed on arrival
great shot, I thought, shame my photography on today's make doesn't look this clear and colourful!!

anyway here is my inspirational piece, but do hop over  to the main challenge site to see the rest of the amazing inspiration from my sister meeces :)

I decided that sparkle meant only one thing Xmas and glitter, so I made a Xmas card and again lots going on with this one :)
Base colour coffee pearlescent paper, the designer papers are from my stash although don't think you can actually see them as I got so carried away with delicious embellishments :(
I added a doily from my stash
my bunting - from the Hobby House Whimsy Stamps and Shapeology Dies
Lace from the Hobby House although not currently in stock.
Flowers from my stash in white but added stickles
and a pin, liquid appliqué and nesties to complete the look

Here is the close up of the image coloured in copics 

Do hop over and join us for the challenge :)
 Don't forget, you too may submit your House-Mouse, Gruffies and Happy Hoppers creations directly to THE Official House-Mouse Designs site found HERE!  
I would like to welcome my new followers, and thank all of my wonderful visitors who take the time to leave me such inspirational and kind comments, and this then allows me to hop on over and visit you in return.

Don't forget I have candy and you can see the requirements for this and enter
here

I would like to enter this creation into the following challenges
Holly Jolly Christmas - Tic Tac Toe
Addicted to Stamps - Lots of Layers
Crafting When We Can - Christmas in July
Eclectic Ellapu - Flowers
Dream Valley - Fancy Folds
Penny Black and More - Dies and Punches
Corrosive Challenge - Shape Up

hugs
Kate
xxxxx
at

35 comments:

  1. Jacqui's little piece of England15 July 2013 at 11:09

    Your card is lovely Kate great image and layout
    jacqui x

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  2. Carol Willis15 July 2013 at 11:44

    Fabulous photo Kate, you both look wonderful.

    Love your card, great image and embellishments.
    Hugs
    Caz x

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  3. Catherine15 July 2013 at 11:50

    Your card is gorgeous Kate ! I love the soft colours and the delightful embellies !
    Thank you for sharing your pic ! You both look stunning ! Love the cigarette holder !!! Hugs, blessings and love from Catherine

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  4. KarinsArtScrap15 July 2013 at 12:12

    it's a beautiful card Kate.

    greetings karin

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  5. McCrafty's Cards15 July 2013 at 12:17

    You and Matt look absolutely fabulous Kate, gorgeous card, I like the adorable image the bunting and the roses.
    Kevin xx

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  6. thecraftycavalier15 July 2013 at 13:13

    This is just yummy Kate! Fabulous embellies and I love the shape of the card. Just love House Mouse and this image is super cute :D Gorgeous! Hugs, Jayne xx

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  7. Misty's15 July 2013 at 13:19

    Hi Kate
    Thanks for sharing this fab pic. It made me smile. Looks like you had fun with dressing up.... great costumes! You are looking both so well. I am wondering where you left your horses parked (LOL). Does Matt have a permit for that gun (LOL).
    wow,super gorgeous Christmas easek card!!! Loving the image you used. So magical the way you dressed it up. Great use of other fab elements too.
    Michaela and DP xx

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  8. rachel15 July 2013 at 14:18

    love that photo Kate - what fun! And your card is absolutely stunning - brilliant work xx

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  9. Sue15 July 2013 at 14:49

    Fab photo!!
    Your card is gorgeous Kate. I love the cute image and all your detailing is so beautiful.
    hugs Sue xx

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  10. Unknown15 July 2013 at 16:15

    fab cards hunnie...simply adorsble too...love you singing mices if you wanna check out my new blog too would like that if you have time ....you will find a link in one of my posts hugs sassyxxxxxx

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  11. sue w.15 July 2013 at 16:21

    Hi Kate, this is soo cute, love the image and soft colours and the snow looks fab .
    Great photo, you both sure looked the part, hope you had a super day.
    Love your singing mices too, awww.
    Hugs Sue W.

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  12. Wendy15 July 2013 at 16:32

    Adorable and so gorgeous Kate...fabulous photo too.
    Hugs Wendy xx

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  13. Sandra H15 July 2013 at 16:43

    Wow Kate this is absolutely stunning x

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  14. Debs15 July 2013 at 17:38

    Gorgeous card Kate - love the snowballs :o)
    You look fabulous in your fancy dress - wonderful photo - thanks for sharing.
    Hope you had a lovely weekend.
    Debs xx

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  15. Heather15 July 2013 at 18:46

    A gorgeous card Kate, I love your design and colour scheme. Your image is adorable, beautifully coloured and such fabulous details!!!

    hugs
    Heather xx

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  16. Unknown15 July 2013 at 19:22

    Fabulous photo Kate, and your card is utterly delicious, xxx

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  17. cuilliesocks15 July 2013 at 19:31

    Fabulously cute, wonderful detail Kate, and what a fantastic shaped card, love it, Kate x

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  18. Christine15 July 2013 at 20:39

    Wopw Kate look at you too straight out of western movie..lol you both look great looks like you had a good time.. your saweet mousey ceation pic looks fine to me..all soft & dreamy..poor likkel mouseies snuggling up to the candle for warmth..very cute take on the chall theme love it.

    smiles Christine x

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  19. Kim Dellow15 July 2013 at 21:35

    love your photo and great project too. Kim

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  20. coops15 July 2013 at 22:04

    so gorgeous kate.really sweet image and your design is beautiful :D
    love the pic of your and your hubby to, your outfits are fantastic ;D

    xx coops xx

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  21. cotnob15 July 2013 at 22:38

    Gorgeous card Kate, such an adorable image and lovely soft details.
    Fabulous photo of you and Matt, I love your outfits.
    Pauline
    x

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  22. Poppet15 July 2013 at 22:46

    This card is very cute Kate and I love the colour combo. Your textured snow looks fab as do all your embellies.

    Thank you for sharing your wonderful work with us at Crafting When We Can Challenges. :-) xx

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  23. Tammy15 July 2013 at 22:56

    Fun picture! Your card is beautiful and the snow is a great addition!

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  24. *Vicki*16 July 2013 at 00:47

    Kate, your creation is absolutely amazing my friend!! I love each detail you've put into it along with the sparkle! :) What a great photo!! LOL

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  25. nwilliams616 July 2013 at 01:14

    Kate - I love the picture - you two look fabulous! How fun! Your card is fabulous too - such a great card shape, awesome details, and really precious image. This is one of the prettiest cards I have seen in a long time. Wow. Hugz!

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  26. Sue16 July 2013 at 02:42

    This is truly a card with the "works" WOWzers, fantastic and gorgeous. So many beautful layers and your embellishments as always are over the top lovely.

    Great picture of you and the Mr.!
    Your Mom in Law sounds like a fun lady!!

    Love your choir of mice and the candles...

    Hugs
    Sue

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  27. Lorraine A16 July 2013 at 08:26

    Gorgeous card Kate :-) super sparkly and all the details are fabulous ! :-)

    Love the piccy too ,,, sounds like your MIL is a fun gal hosting an annual fancy dress party ! You both look amazing !! I am sure you had a fabulous fun day :-)

    luv
    Lols x x x

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  28. bluebell-flowerwood16 July 2013 at 13:06

    hi kate,a lot going on as you said, but it all works together,if I did that,it would just look like a load of stuff put on and look a mess. crafting hugs bluebell-flowerwood.

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  29. Dorte17 July 2013 at 13:17

    Gorgeous sparkling Christmas card Kate, so lovely and so many beautiful details,
    hugs Dorte

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  30. Carol L19 July 2013 at 00:59

    What a sparkling wonderful Christmas card! Oh my goodness, this is such an elaborate scene with amazing details! CUTE!!

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  31. Mervi19 July 2013 at 18:33

    Hi Kate
    Fabulous, like a fairytale card with cute mice!
    Thank you for sharing at Penny Black and More, good luck;-))m

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  32. Peanut20 July 2013 at 21:05

    How lovely, Kate! Thanks for joining our "Flowers" challenge.… x
    Asha - Eclectic Ellapu DT
    Sunny Summer Crafts

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  33. melsanford21 July 2013 at 09:55

    Gorgeous card! I love all the beautiful details :-) Thank you for joining us at Dream Valley Challenges! Love 'n' hugs, Mel xx

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  34. Susie27 July 2013 at 17:38

    Fab card - love the image! Thank you for joining our Fancy Folds challenge at Dream Valley. Susie x

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  35. Gail L28 July 2013 at 15:51

    Awesome card, and love the photo!
    Hope you had a great time!

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