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Monday, January 24, 2011

Journey in a Jar PTI Hop

Hey there friends!

Today I wanted to jump in on PTI's monthly blog hop because the theme is "challenging yourself to use a Papertrey stamp set that has yet to see ink or even one that might be collecting a little dust!"  Well, that one appealed to me because I haven't had any time to use my PTI stamps....and this one particular stamp In hadn't even inked yet!  

I call it "Journey in a Jar" combining the very sweet Friendship Jar set and Up, Up and Away... it has a sort of fairy tale dream feel don't you think?  I little vacation in a jar idea which in the middle of all this snow sounds wonderful!  :)

Coloring is done with Copic markers, adding the partial clouds template side the lines of the jar....and then at the bottom for a sentiment.  



Now...I'd like to introduce to you someone new and beautiful....


It's our new nephew.  Born just 1 day ago and we met him Monday afternoon.  He is absolutely gorgeous, perfect round little head, beautiful soft inquisitive eyes, a button nose, chubby cheeks, soft fuzzy hair....oh I could go on and on.  He's beautiful.  And I can't wait to hold him again tomorrow!  I am so overcome with that sense of wonder in his little life!  Grateful to God for his safe arrival and his presence in our family, so happy for my brother and sister-in-law and niece (now a big sister!).  Sigh!  

Thanks for dropping by!

Stamps:  PaperTrey Ink - Friendship Jar, Up, Up and Away;  Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black;  Paper:  Baja Blue, Marigold Morning, Flourishes Classic White, Webster's Pages - Waiting for Santa and Sweet Season;  Accessories:  Grand Circles Nestabilities, Copic Markers, Clouds 1 & 2 Template, Large Scallop Punch, Baja Breeze Striped Ribbon, Vanilla Seam Binding, Cording, Copic Markers, Dimensionals. 
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59 comments:

  1. Peachy WesselsJanuary 25, 2011 at 2:40 AM

    What a fun card! Pretty choice of colors and just a very happy feel for a card! What a beautiful little baby boy, so sweet. Blessings to your brother and sister in law and to you. The joys of a new baby...

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  2. KarinsArtScrapJanuary 25, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    beautiful card christine.
    and your nephew is beautiful too, great picture.

    greetings karin

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  3. TracyJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:13 AM

    I absolutely love this card!! :That balloon set is one of my fav's and the I finally broke down and got the jar set and dies last week. Never would have thought to pair them but what a fun idea!

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  4. Emily KeatonJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    Great card, Christine, and what a CUTIE of a nephew. Thanks for sharing your photos!

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  5. Jerri JimenezJanuary 25, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    I love your card Christine, gorgeous design, fabulous colors. Congratulations on the new addition to your family, he's so precious!

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  6. Queen MaryJanuary 25, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Christine, the card is too cute -- what a great idea putting the balloons in the jar! And I agree, your new nephew is the cutest!

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  7. Chrissy DJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Ohhh your nephew is a sweetie. Great set and card. Looks like a fun one to create with!

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  8. MarisaJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Darling card and darling baby :)

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  9. Hollie ShepardJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Love this card! Great idea putting balloons in the jar!

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  10. Charmaine (CharmWarm)January 25, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    THis is just beautiful! I LOVE how you have the perfect day "bottled up"! So clever! And adorable nephew! So sweet!

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  11. Handmade Creations by StephanieJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Love your card!!!

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  12. AnnJanuary 25, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Ohhhh my, I LOVE this! The way you combined the sets is amazing!

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  13. MaryJanuary 25, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Adorable! and the card is too :) Really like the way you thought outside the box for this one!

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  14. Diane JaquayJanuary 25, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Your card is so creative!

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  15. BarbaraJanuary 25, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    Love those ballons in the jar, Christine! How creative of you!

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  16. Jen CarterJanuary 25, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Oh my!! That is so cute, I've never seen anything like it! Great job!

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  17. Heather RogersJanuary 25, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    Yeah Christine. I am so happy to see you here. This is so clever my friend. I love the hot air balloons in the jar.
    That baby is absolutely adorable. Not much better than a new baby. :)
    Hugs~

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  18. Kay DJanuary 25, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Beautiful card- I love the idea of the balloons in the jar, and your coloring is wonderful!

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  19. Karen C.January 25, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    What a fun take on these 2 sets! Love the colour combo.
    Your new nephew is adorable. Enjoy!

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  20. Elizabeth S.January 25, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Such a fun card! Love your colors.
    What an adorable little guy!

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  21. katemade designsJanuary 25, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    beautiful card, very inventive. And adorable addition to the family. Congrats

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  22. TracieJanuary 25, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Love your card. Never thought to put the balloons in the jar. Great idea.

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  23. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    I was going to say that this is a fav so far for me for the hop..but I take it back..that baby is WAY better! hehe!
    there is nothing else in life that's better then a new baby..even better then crafting stuff..LOL!

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  24. KaraJanuary 25, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    this is so beautiful!! love your colors!!

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  25. TerriJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Great job! Love the colors. Congrats your new nephew too. He is a cutie!

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  26. Mona PendletonJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    So pretty Christine! Cute baby too :)

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  27. beckynoelleJanuary 25, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    sweet happy card :)

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  28. Terri Trotter EarleyJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    The balloons and clouds are fabulous. Thanks for your hard work in the PTI challenge.

    It's a good life!
    Terri E.

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  29. Kelly S.January 25, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    Oh that baby! Oh that card! A whole post of sweetness. Who wouldn't want to capture a balloon ride and the sky in a jar. Totally unique and creative, Christine!

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  30. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    What a beautiful baby! And a gorgeous card; I would have never thought to put those hot-air balloons in the jar. Great idea!

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  31. NerinaJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    What a lot of fun this is!! I love the colours you've used your colouring and the DP work beautifully together! I love the circle and music in the background - so many elements to appreciate! Your new little nephew is absolutely adorable ... totally steals the limelight in this post actually .... :0)

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  32. Vicki DutcherJanuary 25, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    What a fun card! Your little nephew is a cutie for sure~

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  33. UnknownJanuary 25, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    WOW Christine - I about fell out of my chair! This is SO creative. It's like a dream in a jar!!!

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  34. luvthatstampinJanuary 26, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    The card is so cute. I started laughing when I saw the balloons in the jar! Your new nephew is adorable.

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  35. Sue AnnJanuary 26, 2011 at 3:53 AM

    WOW this card is so uplifting and bright and cheerful ..... did that sweet baby inspire you?? FANTASTIC CARD and HANDSOME nephew

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  36. PatJanuary 26, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    Your Journey in a Jar is so creative. Love the checked paper and the cloud sentiment.

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  37. Michele BoyerJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    I love the air balloons and clouds in the jar, Christine! So much fun!

    And what an adorable baby! Awww... :) Congrats!

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  38. AnnheidelJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    Your card is so cute!!! Love the colors and patterns.

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  39. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    What a beautiful baby! sorry, just had to comment on your new nephew before anything else. What a sweetie! And very cute card too, I like the idea of having the balloons inside the jar, cute!

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  40. ConniecrafterJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    very cute card, never would have thought to put that scene in a bottle, very cool, great background for it too!
    Congrats on your new nephew he is a sweetie!

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  41. Ingrid DanversJanuary 26, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    What a great way to mix Up Up & Away and Friendship Jars. Two sets I've hardly used. Your card is gorgeous. TFS! Congrats on your nephew.

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  42. Jodi CollinsJanuary 26, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    I LOVE your card girlie...LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!
    Your nephew is GORGEOUS! Congratulations!!

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  43. Monika/BuzsyJanuary 26, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Lovely Christine. Great images and colors. What a precious little baby! Welcome little one!

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  44. Sue Lelli January 26, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    LOVE your new nephew! LOVE your cardand the thought of the journey in a jar! How clever! FAB card!

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  45. Amy KollingJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    Your coloring of the balloons is flawless and you've used such a beautiful color combination!

    Your new little nephew bundle is just adorable and I could just pinch those pink cheeks!

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  46. DFJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    That is a very dreamy card! Really like how you combined such seemingly unrelated sets. Great idea!!

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  47. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    So creative! I LOVE the balloons inside the jar, just perfection!

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  48. Becky CarafaJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    What a cute idea for combining those sets! Love the sentiment in the cloud. Beautiful job, Christine! and congrats on the new nephew! Hope you guys are well.

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  49. StephanieJanuary 27, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Ya know, Christine.....Your nephew is stealing your thunder.....lol He's a cutie! Love your card and the title (so creative). It's really, really beautiful!

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  50. ChristinaJanuary 27, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Your card is so unique and gorgeous! What a fabulous idea to put those balloons in the jar. But as much as I love your card, I have to say that the sweet little face at the end of your post is even more beautiful! Enjoy your new nephew, he is precious!

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  51. Stacy MorganJanuary 27, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Oh he is so precious and sweet... I just want to hug him. Congrats again to your families!
    Your card is darling, the clouds look awesome.

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  52. Purrfect Paper CreationsJanuary 27, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Your card is so fun! I love the gingham on the card and the jar, and Up Up and Away was so fun with Friendship Jar. And your new little nephew is just precious!

    Chris L.

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  53. Carol's Ink SpotJanuary 27, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Beautiful card. Love your idea of the balloons inside the jar. Like capturing the thought of summer days to gaze on in the winter!

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  54. Jessie/knightroneJanuary 28, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    Super cute card!! Love the baby photo, too...SO CUTE!!!

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  55. Leslie MillerJanuary 28, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Christine, I love this card! What a great stamp and a very appealing design and color combo. And a huge, but soft and tender, hug for your little nephew. Sweet baby. A miracle and a blessing.

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  56. Linda SuarezJanuary 28, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Balloons in a jar - that is so cute! Beautiful card!

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  57. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Awesome card here. Darling nephew also. Thanks for sharing.

    Joan
    MN

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  58. LittleSurferGirlJanuary 29, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    I love the combination of sets that you used! What a great job! I absolutely love the color combination, too. Simply FAB!

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  59. TaheerahJanuary 30, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    This card is amazing, such a creative original idea!! Love everything about it!!

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