Friday, February 24, 2012

Time for another fabulous Pink Saturday.

 Beverly is hosting her wonderful Pink Saturday again!  Thank you Beverly, this is so much fun, I have found so many wonderful blogs and met so many wonderful bloggers through your Pink Saturdays.  Please do pop by and say hi to Beverly, you will love her blog How Sweet the Sound.  Today's card is simple, the butterfly die cuts are from My Graphico SVG Shop called Botanical Butterflies.  I cut the butterflies on white cardstock, used a punch on the edge,  placed a piece of pink card stock behind it and embossed it with a Stampin Up embossing plate.  Then I colored the butterflies with pink chalks and mounted them back into their spaces with some dimensionals to give them some pop.  
 I have had my Sure Cuts A Lot software for over 2 years now but I am still finding new ways to use it.  I just recently figured out that I could aim my die cuts on a page by selecting the paper size.  I was using it for 12x12 or 8.5x11 and cut a ton of whatevers.  Now I found out I can place the butterflies on the page and cut them where I want them.  Pretty cool I think, it is a bit to get the hang of, the items are a bit dyslexic, and that's bad because I am too.  It takes me a few tries to figure out which way, what I have on the screen will cut and which way to load the paper.  But I am definitely happy I am learning this, it is well worth the effort.  Thanks for looking.  ~Diane

95 comments:

Heather said...

Your butterflies are fabby!! I have just learned how to use SVG files..so i will check them out!! Thank you for sharing Diane!! I love Pink Saturdays!! hugs!!

Lynne Moncrieff said...

Pretty, Spring colours. A breath of fresh air.
Wishes
Lynne

Francie...The Scented Cottage Studio said...

that is so neat ! I have to hang my head because I have a Cricut AND the Scal and havent even opened the box. .. and look what you've done!!!

Annette Bowes said...

Striking card Diane! Simple but beautiful! Love your butterflies, take careX:)

LV said...

Nice work. You are very talented and creative.

Lynn@ The Vintage Nest said...

Diane, that card is spectacular and I love how you lined the envelope too. So pretty. Just send it straight on to me. ;). HPS

Terry said...

Diane, I just love the 3-D effect of those gorgeous butterflies! What a pretty card and the border trim really adds a delicate touch! Love this! Have a great weekend!

Laurel said...

Beautiful! Love the pink and those butterflies!

Marti McClure said...

I love the way you punched out the butterflies and raised them. So beautiful! Happy Pink Saturday. ~Marti

Linda M. said...

Happy Pink Saturday Diane, The butterfly card is beautiful. I do not know what SVG files are:( Joyous Wishes, Linda

Netty said...

Beautiful card and envelope Diane. Enjoy the weekend, Annette x

Helen said...

what is better than pink! Beautiful butterflies. Thanks for stopping by my blog.

Country Wings in Phoenix said...

Happy Pink Saturday Diane Sweetie...
What a beautiful share today. I simply adore butterflies and your card displays them exquisitely. I am still dreaming of a Cricut.

Love the envelope as well, those stripes are exquisite.

I am your newest follower, and can't wait to see what you share next. Country hugs sweetie, Sherry

Teena said...

this is a really cute card, I think its Stampin' Up that my mum uses too. I sometimes feature her cards on my blog and I have one there today! Happy Pink Saturday <3

Mona L. Pendleton said...

Very pretty Diane! Love the butterflies fluttering about!

Nicole said...

Very, very pretty!

craftattack said...

Love the card, and the envelope is just adorable, too! Hugs, Valerie

Pop's Cards said...

Morning sweetie this is gorgeous with gorgeous colours, loving this creation :0) hugs Pops x

Cheryl said...

oh Hun,this is beautiful oh just adore those butterflies,they are amazing hugs Cherylxxxx

Sandi said...

Diane you do the greatest butterflies, love the pink. Hugs

Marie Gamber said...

what a stunning card! Gorgeous! Love the butterflies!
Hugs,
Marie

Pat said...

You 3-D butterfly card is super duper!

Connie said...

You make the most darling cards, sugar. Happy pink saturday.
xoxo,
Connie

chubskulit said...

Another fabulous pink I've seen. Love it!

The Pianist in Pink, have a great weekend!

PS. Thanks for turning off the WV..

Pat's Pink Apron said...

Diane,
You are very talented. You shouldn't have to ever buy a card for any occasion when you can make them as pretty as that. A lovely card. Pat

Tanya@takesix said...

Goodness, those butterflies are fabulous. I haven't made cards in ages. Well done. Thanks so much for visiting Take Six!

Leovi said...

I love the beauty of these butterflies. Beautiful colors.

SwedishCorner-DownUnder...Pernilla said...

HPS!
... Lovely Pink card :)

Thank you for stopping by my lil'blog and leaving a sweet comment!

Greetings from Australia♥

Dezinaworld said...

Hi my lovely friend, I hope you are well. I love this gorgeous colourful and very elegant card. As always your work is stunning
hugs June x

Desire Empire said...

Pretty butterflies

Lorraine said...

Lots of lovely techniques there, beautiful card!
Thanks for sharing. Happy Pink Saturday!! ~Lorraine ♥♥♥

Michele said...

gorgeous work Diane! happy pink saturday! xo

Jennifer @ Town and Country Living said...

Love the butterflies! Thanks for stopping by my blog. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

**CREATIVE CARMELINA** said...

Your PINK is very pretty!
thanks for sharing...and HAppy PINk SatURday!

ciao bella.
Creative Carmelina
xo

Ann said...

Darling card, the butterflies are so pretty.I adore my circut but mostly use it for scrapbooking. Thanks for your visit today.

Ann

DearHelenHartman said...

So so pretty! You gave Pink Saturday wings.

My Crafty Little Page said...

What a beautiful card - you did a wonderful job. xo Nancy

Cathy said...

Hi Diane,

I love your Pink Saturday treasures. Thank you for sharing such a lovely post.

HPS,

Cathy

designgivesback.com said...

Love your fresh cards! They are so pretty and simple is best!

Thanks a whole lot for your kind support of DGB and Miracle Makeover!!

Big Hugs!

Kelee

LaVerne said...

an absolutely beautiful card...love the edges!
Thanks for stopping by Riverside Studios. Hope your week is totally Pink and happy just like your lovely card.

Holly said...

You are so talented!! I decided a long time ago that I am "paper challenged". I admire those who make such beautiful creations like yours!
xo
Holly

Pamela Gordon said...

Hi Diane, thanks for visiting me. You do a lovely job on your greeting cards. What a sweet butterfly. Pamela

Vicki said...

Hello, Diane,
Your creations are so pretty, love the colors you used. Butterflies and some of my favorite things. Thank you for coming by to visit me at Bunny Cottage. Happy Pink Saturday, my friend! Vicki

CailinMarie said...

LOVE! this is a gorgeous card! ps, thanks for stopping by and commenting.
HPS

jeanne said...

Hi Diane. Awesome butterflies and what a sweet work of art. I love the card you made for your friend in the previous post. My cousin has every card making thing out there and she made all her Christmas cards this year. What a fun craft. So meaningful as well.
Hugs, Jeanne

Gaby Bee said...

A breath of fresh air...beautiful!

Have a fab day!
Gaby

Micupoftea~ said...

What pretty punching! So Spring-ish :)

Jenny's Heart said...

Your cards are wonderful! I wish mine were 1/2 as good.
:)

Mrs Sarah Coller said...

That's a really pretty card...you did a great job!

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Starr said...

Hi Diane!! Love your pink, the butterflies look like they are about to take flight!

Jenny Schouten Short said...

Never done that but it looks like fun. Glad to meet you! xo Jenny

Jillian's Bella Rosa Antiques said...

Very pretty card! I prefer making cards now instead of buying them.

✿ⒹⒺⒺ✿@ A Lapin Life said...

Oh wow! Your butterfly card is wonderful.

Dee

Mina said...

Oh, I love these butterflies! Pink Saturday is a wonderful thing.

Carole Beath said...

Absolutely fantastic stuff. I love the card design and those butterflies are just gorgeous.
Carole

Daniella said...

Those are gorgeous!!
xxDaniella

Marilou of Lulus Lovlies and Heartful Creations said...

Happy Pink Saturday! Hugs Marillou

2amscrapper said...

I love this design--makes me anxious for spring!

Karin said...

As beautiful as always Diane! I love the pastel colors and those butterflies look so amazing!

Cindy Adkins said...

Hi Diane,
WOW, I love this card and I adore your butterflies!!! How dreamy beautiful!!
XO
Cindy

Anonymous said...

very pretty, I love how the butterfly is cut from the background!
-lindsay

Lori said...

Love your butterflies - pretty card!

thistlewoodfarm said...

Thanks so much for showing us your beautiful butterflies! I truly think Beverly is so wonderful.

blessings,
karianne

Chris Olsen, Glowbug said...

Gorgeous!! I just love all the bright spring colors and the butterflies!!

Sares said...

Too cute! Happy Pink and have a terrific week!

Jan Hennings said...

Beautiful!

Heather said...

Hi Diane~ I Love your pink!! Funny the first time I visited..I didn't realize it was a pink Saturday post..LOL...I was too busy looking at your card and liner!! Hugs!!

Elaine said...

Beautiful 99999card..I do like those butterflies.. Thanks for stopping by to leave a comment and say hello

☆☆Mumsy said...

So pretty and has the feel of spring!

All Ways Designing said...

Ohhhhh, I love your card - the butterflies are gorgeous and just the "right" color!! HPS!

Thanks for stopping by - see you again!

Jan

Little Birdie Blessings said...

What a lovely card, certainly well deserving of a spot on Pink Saturday. Thanks for visiting my blog. ~ Abby

Magnolia Cottage said...

Greetings,

Your butterfly card is so pretty. Very creative! Thanks for stopping by :) Have a wonderful day!

Mary J said...

That is so clever and effective Diane - I LOVE this!

Sunny said...

Hi Diane! Absolutely Beautiful!I am in awe of your work. Have a great week!

The Porcelain Rose said...

Diane,
Thank you for stopping my blog and for your lovely comments.
I am also an avid scrapbooker and card maker. I appreciate the creativity and time it takes to make each card. I love this card. so pretty and whimsical.
Wonderful work.
Best,
Elizabeth
(happy pink Saturday)

Annesphamily said...

I so love butterflies! what a beautiful creative person you are! I appreciate your visit to my blog too! Come visit anytime!

LeeAnne, Style N Season said...

The butterfly card is so beautiful. I like tthe bird card, as well, but I think the butterfly one is cuter!

Visit me:
LeeAnne, Style N Season
http://stylenseason.blogspot.com

Jan Hennings said...

LOVE!

my green living ideas said...

what a beautiful creation you have here, i so envy you, you have a very creative hand and imagination.


thanks for the visit,

Monica said...

How rainbow like are these sweet butterflies...

Monica xxx

Gerrie Johnnic said...

OMG GF, 81 comments!! What a blogger you are, congrats! Your butterflies are beautiful and the envie is such a great addition.

Marge said...

Fabulous flutter-bys, Diane!!! Seriously, very pretty card and so glad you're learning more & more to do with your cutter software!!!

Cottage and Broome said...

Your butterflies are beautiful!!! Thanks so much for stopping by Laura

Leann said...

Love the 3-d and the colors of the butterflies. Makes me think of spring!

Shannon@Cozy Home Scenes said...

Your cards are very pretty and creative. I have never done your kind of craft but it looks like it would be fun to design and make the cards. The butterflies are wonderful! Thanks for the funny comment about making slippers. I hope I get my project completed. Have a great weekend.--- Shannon

Denise at Forest Manor said...

Your cards are gorgeous!! They are truly special and unique.

Thanks so much for visiting me last week from Pink Saturday. I'm sorry it's taken me so long to reply. I got a bit behind on my blog visits last week.

Hope you have a great weekend!

Denise

Shanon at Vintage Sparkle Chic said...

beautiful cards! Makes me think of SPRING!

~Shanon

Holly said...

Wow!! This card is so beautiful!! Pink Saturday hugs!
Holly

Gerri Herbst said...

Love this today....especially the cut work in the envelop. Beautiful butterflies my dear.
Thanks for visiting me lately. Take care, gerri

Cheryl said...

This is gorgeous! I love those butterflys.

Karin said...

Just wanted to say thanks for your kind words on the blog this weekend :) You are the best!

Cindy Adkins said...

Hi Diane,
Thank you so much for putting my book button on your sidebar--that is SO sweet of you!! I hope that you are having a wonderful week!!
XO
Cindy

momto8 said...

soo pretty! love the beautiful butterflies.

Linda M. said...

Diane, Your butterfly card is gorgeous. Have a great week! Joyous Wishes, Linda

Jan Hennings said...

Oh so awesome!