CASEing Kelly Blog Hop!

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I'm thrilled to be part of this very special hop...CASEing Kelly Blog Hop!  You should have arrived here from a2z Scrapbooking, one of the fabulous Sponsors!  That is the start of the hop!

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 What is a blog hop without some fun prizes?! Leave a comment by 11:59 pm EDT on Thursday, October 29th along each stop in the hop to increase your chances of winning a prize from one of our sponsors: a2z Scrapbooking, Altenew, Create a Smile Stamps, Dee's Artsy Impressions, djkardkreations, Hero Arts, Ink Road, Lia Stampz and Simon Says Stamp! Winners will be notified by email after October 29th.

So, in case you don't know, Kelly has this awesome feature she does on her blog, CASEing Genius.  She interviews the special guest and showcases 3 of her favorite projects by them.  She then CASE's one of them.  HERE's my day on her blog.  A big shout out to Marika + Nina-Marie for all their work!

 Ready?  Here we go, here are just 3 of my favs:

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 Well, you knew that there was going to be at least one coffee card, eh?! I always love Kelly's use of color and the masking for the stacked cups is awesome.


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Gah, how cute is this Holiday Hugs card?!  Everything is just perfect!  I'm not a purple girl but I absolutely adore the purple and teal combo.

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I really am a clean + simple girl at heart so when I saw this card with all that glorious white space and pop of color....oy, love it.

Here's how I was inspired:

cardstock:  hero arts snow layering paper  stamps:  hero arts CL909 merry cactus to you  ink:  AF320 lime to forever green ombe, hero arts AF207 mid tone butter bar, hero arts AF256 mid tone just rust  other:  hero arts platinum embossing powder, pretty pink posh stitched duo 2, stampin' up basic black 


I used the Hero Arts Merry Cactus to You set as my focal point.  Can you tell that I used the Lime to Forever Green Ombre pad?  I topped it off with a tiny bloom from Doodlebug.  The sentiment has been heat embossed with Hero Arts Platinum.  The background stencil is named Pebble Path, thought that was appropriate...inked it up with Butter Bar!

I can't wait to hop!  Next up is the Awesome Ardyth!

In case you get lost along the way, here's the hop listing:


a2z Scrapbooking 
Amy Tsuruta  <-- You're here! 
Ardyth Percy Robb 
Brandi Hall 
Char Kochensparger 
Cindy Chiu 
Darnell Knauss 
Dawn Turley 
Debra James 
Deepti Malik 
Donna Idlet 
Elizabeth Campau 
Ellen Haxelmans 
Heather Ruwe 
Jennifer Loftfield 
Joan Bardee 
Kara Vrabel 
Kara-Lynne 
Kathy Wade 
Katie Gehring 
Kristie Goulet 
Kristina Beagle 
Kymona Tracey 
Laura Jane 
Leigh Penner 
Lin Brandyberry 
Linda Trace 
Lindsay Amrhein 
Lydia Evans 
Maria Sabina Raita 
Marika Rahtu 
Martha Lucia Gomez 
Michele Cunningham 
Michele Ferguson 
Michelle Lupton 
Michelle Williams 
Monica Maier 
Niki G. 
Nina-Marie Trapani 
Rubeena Naz 
Shelly Kurth 
Taunya Butler 
Thordis Dogg 
Vera Yates
Kelly Latevola

Comments

Julie Tucker-Wolek said…
You know I love the cacti!! ;) I loveeeeeeeeeeee this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
October 27, 2015 at 5:02 AM
Michelle said…
Gorgeous CASE, Amy! :-) I love that it's flowering.
October 27, 2015 at 5:08 AM
Marika said…
Wonderful CASE! Love it.
October 27, 2015 at 5:09 AM
cm said…
A beautiful selection of inspiration cards and your case of Kelly's, in turn, is such fun! Love that cactus!
Hugs~c
October 27, 2015 at 5:29 AM
Cindy C. said…
Fabulous CASE Amy!
October 27, 2015 at 5:35 AM
Cardsbymaaike said…
well done on the case ing if that's a verb, great prickly card
October 27, 2015 at 5:39 AM
Kristie Goulet said…
Awesome CASE, Amy!! Love it!
October 27, 2015 at 5:45 AM
Lin said…
Darling card, Amy! Love that tiny added bloom!
October 27, 2015 at 6:15 AM
Dana Joy said…
Wow, wow, wow Amy. Love this card. I can see why people would want to case Kelly. Amazing inspiration on her blog.
October 27, 2015 at 6:20 AM
Deepti said…
This is an adorable card, I love the warm colors you picked and the flower is really cute :)
October 27, 2015 at 6:21 AM
Henriëtte said…
Lovely card, Amy. I love the little flower.
October 27, 2015 at 6:32 AM
Ardyth said…
Love how you 'warmed up' Kelly's winter cards!
October 27, 2015 at 6:44 AM
carol mcgregor said…
Amy, Love your card. Since I live in Az the cactus tugs at my heart. Love your background for the cactus and the simple lines also. Great job.
October 27, 2015 at 7:00 AM
Shelly said…
Awesome CASE, Amy!! Love that cactus and little flower!
October 27, 2015 at 7:04 AM
tonyamaries said…
Love this! I love the little flower on the cactus and that background is fabulous!
October 27, 2015 at 7:23 AM
Lanae said…
It's always great seeing how people get inspired by others! Love the end result!
October 27, 2015 at 7:25 AM
KimCreate said…
Great card inspired by Kelly! Love it!
October 27, 2015 at 7:54 AM
Leslee said…
Great inspiration for a great " out of the box" Christmas card. Just sent a photo to my daughter who wants to make a Christmas card with a pineapple. Thanks!
October 27, 2015 at 8:06 AM
Leigh Penner said…
Super sweet card, Amy! I love your CASE of Kelly's work!
October 27, 2015 at 8:31 AM
Kelly Szafron said…
Fantastic case, I can tell you used your ombre ink pad.
October 27, 2015 at 8:51 AM
Rubeena I. said…
Amazing cards by Kelly and what an adorable CASE by you!!
October 27, 2015 at 8:52 AM
Vera Yates (Ling) said…
What a fab card, Amy! Great CASE of Kelly's cards.
October 27, 2015 at 9:10 AM
Carisa said…
Absolutely adorable CASE of Kelly's awesome cards.
October 27, 2015 at 9:11 AM
Miriam Prantner said…
Such a fun idea for a hop, I love the elements you pulled from each card to create your own!
October 27, 2015 at 9:32 AM
Unknown said…
I love your cased card. Simply beautiful!!!
October 27, 2015 at 9:35 AM
Vicki Dutcher said…
Fun card and fun hop. How nice to pay back :)
October 27, 2015 at 10:07 AM
Michele K. Henderson said…
Beautiful and sweet cactus card! I love the pretty colors and fresh feel!
Take care!
Michele
October 27, 2015 at 10:12 AM
Fikreta said…
Your cards are wonderful!
all of them!
my favorite is coffee card!
October 27, 2015 at 10:13 AM
windinstarsranch said…
What a fun hop. Not only do I get to see Kelly’s work I get to see yours too. Winner winner.
October 27, 2015 at 10:20 AM
Taunya Butler said…
Love this card - so sweet and fun!! The cactus is so cute and that little bloom perches at the top just makes it awesome!!! The background is cleverly done and the sentiment in the banner CASEs Kelly perfectly!! Such a treat that you are part of this hop!!!
October 27, 2015 at 10:44 AM
Anonymous said…
Great casing job!!
October 27, 2015 at 10:56 AM
Darnell said…
How fun was this post! I see some cards of Kelly's that I haven't seen before and I think your CASE is genius, Amy! She will love it!! Hugs, Darnell
October 27, 2015 at 11:18 AM
"glow" said…
hey sweet card!!! thanks for a lovely case of kelly's card... :)
October 27, 2015 at 11:29 AM
Unknown said…
Amy you totally rocked CASEing Kelly's work! Sweet card using my fave Hero Arts set for the holidays!
October 27, 2015 at 11:44 AM
Unknown said…
I HAVE to have the coffee cups I LOVE this card. The fonts of the written I <3 Coffee is beautiful!
October 27, 2015 at 11:52 AM
Thordis said…
Love your CASE of Kelly's cards! You rock! :)
October 27, 2015 at 12:07 PM
Tam said…
Who would think of a cactus as Christmas but hey it works. The card turned out really pretty. And I liked the background.
October 27, 2015 at 12:09 PM
Monica Maier said…
Such a fun card with the cacti! Love it!!!
October 27, 2015 at 12:49 PM
Unknown said…
Simple, but so so cute! Love the pop of color on the white background and the CAS layout is adorable!
October 27, 2015 at 12:50 PM
Kara Lynne said…
Amy, this is just fantastic! I love the little detail of the flower on the cactus! Awesome CASE!
October 27, 2015 at 12:51 PM
Lindsay said…
This is so perfectly you, Amy! I love the cactus, and the fabulous background! What a fun card!
October 27, 2015 at 12:53 PM
Brandi said…
This is so cute Amy! I love the sentiment to go with the cactus!
October 27, 2015 at 1:05 PM
Verna Angerhofer said…
Her cards are so cute and I love how you were inspired to create yours too. I love the layout of yours and the cute cactus and the neat sentiment.
October 27, 2015 at 1:08 PM
I Card Everyone said…
That ombre pad is going to come to live at my house, amy! Such a darling card... you've done Kelly with a side of fabulous amy...
=]
October 27, 2015 at 1:15 PM
Raluca Vezeteu said…
Awesome CASE! I love it! Hugs xx
October 27, 2015 at 1:44 PM
D.Ann C said…
How cool is that?! I love the extra touch of the bloom on the flower!
October 27, 2015 at 3:04 PM
D.Ann C said…
Cactus. Bloom on the cactus! When does a flower have a bloom on itself?! Must. need. coffee.!!! lol!
October 27, 2015 at 3:05 PM
Kris B said…
Wonderful job CASEing Kelly's cards! Love the stenciled background! I never would have though to sue a cactus with a warm winter's wishes sentiment! Very clever!
October 27, 2015 at 4:06 PM
Diane Jaquay said…
What a sweet little card, Amy! The cactus is so cute and I love the background you created for it!
October 27, 2015 at 4:07 PM
Christi Conley said…
Stunning!! Fabulous CASEing :)
October 27, 2015 at 4:14 PM
joy said…
Super cute card - love it!
October 27, 2015 at 4:54 PM
Yuki said…
So cute! Love how you were inspired by Kelly's beautiful cards
October 27, 2015 at 5:26 PM
Sally Richardson said…
What a fantastic card... love the way you've created it from Kelly's three cards
October 27, 2015 at 5:27 PM
Oreety said…
Very cute and lovely interpretation!
October 27, 2015 at 5:29 PM
liz said…
I really like the clean and simple look to! Nice card
October 27, 2015 at 6:14 PM
Maureen Hayes said…
Boy CASing Kelly sure isn't easy, but you certainly did it justice! You didn't pick easy cards either, but you really caught the essence of Kelly's style. Your card is lovely. Thank you for celebrating Kelly and for inspiring all of us.
October 27, 2015 at 6:21 PM
Vonnie G. said…
I love the colors you use. Thank you for sharing your project. Beautiful!
October 27, 2015 at 6:26 PM
Unknown said…
This is a fabulous work of art Amy! That cactus is just AWESOME! Great CASE, you made an amazing card using Kelly's inspiration!
October 27, 2015 at 6:36 PM
Natalie said…
Love the colors! great job!
October 27, 2015 at 6:50 PM
Kristina B. said…
Super cute card! Great CASE
October 27, 2015 at 6:52 PM
Tracie Pond said…
It is lovely how your card came together, Amy!!
October 27, 2015 at 6:57 PM
Mommyeyedr said…
Great interpretation of Kelly's cards
October 27, 2015 at 7:00 PM
Anonymous said…
Hey Amy!! Super great card!! I love how you stayed true to yourself but staying clean and simple. You did an amazing job pulling all three cards into one.
October 27, 2015 at 7:04 PM
Riti said…
Love the Clean, Crisp look of tour card Amy!
The colors are just fabulous!
Great CASe
October 27, 2015 at 8:33 PM
Jeanne H said…
How fun to see you use stuff from lots of companies! And how fun to see a cactus on a holiday card!
October 27, 2015 at 8:51 PM
Trisha said…
Oh my gosh I have the same cactus stamps from Hero Arts! Love em and the green ombré ink pad! My favs. Great card!
October 27, 2015 at 9:04 PM
Cat Craig said…
Fabulous stenciling behind your image very Kelly like.
October 27, 2015 at 9:27 PM
Kelly Griglione said…
Hey Amy! What a great card ... just love the little flower you added to your cactus. Mine had one of those, umm, about 5 years ago I think! Poor thing. Hope you're doing well : ) I saw your empty nest pumpkin patch photo ... adorable!
October 27, 2015 at 9:46 PM
Karenladd said…
Good grief that is the cutest cactus ever! Love that little flower blooming out of the top and the CAS design!
October 27, 2015 at 11:47 PM
Dawn T said…
WOW.... stunning CASE of Kelly's cards
October 28, 2015 at 12:54 AM
stampingandstitching said…
Wonderful cards by Kelly! Amy, I just love your super cute and fun card! Beautiful design and your ombre cactus topped by the tiny flower is so sweet!
October 28, 2015 at 3:28 AM
New Creations said…
Just stunning! Love that tiny blooming flower out of cactus and great background in warm colors, amazing job done to case Kelly's card!
October 28, 2015 at 3:40 AM
Celeste Goff said…
What a fabulous card Amy! Love your CASe!
October 28, 2015 at 4:05 AM
CarlavdM said…
I thought that you would make a Coffee-card ;o
But this one is just wonderfull too with the little cactus
October 28, 2015 at 4:24 AM
Arianna Barbara said…
Wow! Beautiful cards!!!
October 28, 2015 at 4:57 AM
Dee Earnshaw said…
Such a wonderful case. Love it:)
October 28, 2015 at 5:15 AM
Hetty said…
Super cards and such wonderful bright colors.
Thanks for the inspiration.
October 28, 2015 at 5:51 AM
Unknown said…
Love your cactus Christmas card!
It's unique and bright.
October 28, 2015 at 6:08 AM
Audrey Pettit said…
The cactus is so adorable and fun! Love the little flower you added to the top and love the stenciled pebble path background!
October 28, 2015 at 6:28 AM
Unknown said…
Love your card! its so fun! The background dots are beautiful!
October 28, 2015 at 7:13 AM
Jo Lindskog said…
Love your colors! So bright and cheerful.
October 28, 2015 at 7:33 AM
Heather said…
Wow these are great cards! Great case and I love the flower you added!!
October 28, 2015 at 8:55 AM
LauraJane:) said…
Great case of Kelly's three cards Amy! LOVE the yellow bloom:)
October 28, 2015 at 10:29 AM
katpooh said…
So cute - love that cactus!
October 28, 2015 at 11:39 AM
Melissa said…
Awesome CASE, Amy! I'm not the least bit surprised you choose the coffee card. ;)
October 28, 2015 at 2:04 PM
Efrat said…
Fun blog hop. Beautiful card
October 28, 2015 at 4:34 PM
Katia said…
wow your cards are adorable!!!!
October 28, 2015 at 4:37 PM
Kelly Latevola said…
Oh my goodness! It's adorable!! I love a cacti for warm wishes. It's so Amy! Thank you so much for everything! xoxo
October 28, 2015 at 7:40 PM
Kathy Mc said…
Kelly's cards are awesome, but Amy, so is your cactus card. Great job!
October 28, 2015 at 8:17 PM
Deborah said…
Cutest card! Very clever design!
October 28, 2015 at 9:02 PM
Chark said…
so fun, love the cactus with the flower!
October 28, 2015 at 9:38 PM
zub momi said…
Awesome cards! Beautiful coloring :)
October 29, 2015 at 1:59 AM
Teri Wilson said…
Love the combination you used
October 29, 2015 at 2:58 AM
Anonymous said…
Gorgeous card!! I love the cacti and your background together.
October 29, 2015 at 7:52 AM
Unknown said…
Cute and super fun, I Love the layers of paper and how you put everything together.
October 29, 2015 at 9:14 AM
Denise Bryant said…
Love your fun CASE card! The ombre pad you used for the cactus is fabulous... I just bought one! Great look!
October 29, 2015 at 9:28 AM
Mary-Anne V said…
Love the bright colours on your card...Kelly's trademark.
October 29, 2015 at 11:23 AM
Glorie said…
What a cute card! Love the ombre colors of the cactus!
October 29, 2015 at 11:35 AM
Silver C said…
a very pretty and warm-looking card for the winter time!
October 29, 2015 at 3:39 PM
Nora Noll said…
Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous!! LOVE the background and the cactus is perfection!!
October 29, 2015 at 5:14 PM
Lisa's Creative Niche said…
These are fabulous! I love the background you made!
October 29, 2015 at 6:44 PM
Kirsty Vittetoe said…
Your creations are amazing.
October 30, 2015 at 9:25 PM
Helen F. said…
Kelly's use of bright bold colors is amazing and so inspiring. However, your cactus have won my gardener's heart, Amy!
November 4, 2015 at 1:01 PM
Libby Hickson said…
So fun! Love the cactus with that background, too!
November 9, 2015 at 2:59 PM
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