Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Time for the Monthly Bombshell Stamps Blog Hop!






Hola! I have lots crazy cool info to share with you today! Let's start with this month's Blog Hop theme, which was set by our lovely and talented Blog Hop Captain, Kas. She couldn't have made it any easier for us this month. The theme was basically anything that is Halloween or Day of the Dead! How fabulous is that!

This hop starts at the new Bombshell Stamps Blog...ha...did you catch that? I sort of snuck it in there? Yep, you heard that right...Bombshell Stamps has a brand spanking new blog, so start there and just follow the hop list from blog to blog to see all of the uber amazing creations by the design team and some talented loyal Bombshell stamping sistahs! This hop is sure to be one of the most fabulous...EVER!

Now that I've dropped that blog bomb on you, let me tell you about my card. I went with a Day of the Dead / Dia de los Muertos theme. I have this wonderful group of stampin' buddies that frequently attend my classes and they invited me to a baby shower that took place this past Saturday. Guess what the theme of the shower was? Dia de los Muertos! Now, before you get put off by the concept of combining this theme with a baby shower, let me explain a little about the holiday. This is not a depressing holiday, it is a joyous celebration. The Mexican people use this time to welcome loved ones who have passed on, back home to spend a day with their families. They do this by decorating gorgeous sugar skulls, eating delicious foods, and maybe throwing in a shot or two of tequila for good measure ;D The imagery is bright and festive and the mood is happy and joyous, for not only are they honoring their loved ones who have passed, but they are also celebrating life! So when I was told this baby shower had a Dia de los Muertos theme, I thought it was pure genius, for there is certainly not a more perfect way to welcome a new soul into the world :)

Therefore, I had to make a Dia de los Muertos new baby card and what a pleasure it was. I used 2 Bombshell Stamp sets...the Calaveras Fiestas set and the Banner Sayings set. The Banner Sayings set is brand new and I can tell it is going to be a frequent "go-to" set for me. I have to tell you, I LOVED making this card. I even added a little lace skirt to the skeleton I designated as the girl. What a happy couple they are ;D

Okay, before I send you off to your next blog stop, let me share with you what the prize is this month. It is not just one, but two Bombshell Stamps sets, which you can see pictured below! I know...that's just crazy! Hit all the blogs on this hop and leave a comment on each one to increase your chances of randomly being selected as this month's winner. There are other ways to win as well, so swing by the new Bombshell Stamps Blog and see what they are.


Now, it's time to get your hop on! Your next stop is Kelli's fabulous blog and I am certain she has something spectacular to share with you! Now off you go ;D

26 comments:

  1. Great explanation of the Dia de Los Muertos.

    I love your card and especially love how you dressed 'em up with hats and gave the lady Calavera a lace skirt.

    Wonderful design. Great card.

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  2. How great this is, it is a card I love.
    But you alreaddy new that.

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  3. Such a fabulous card, Cheryl! Thanks for explaining about Dia de Los Muertos, too! I love all the details on your card--especially that lacy skirt! So crazy cool!!

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  4. totally wicked card,your colouring is awesome as aways...hugz anita

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  5. it is invitation card for baby shower?.. good job, it looks real skeleton.
    _______________
    Mickey Buarao

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  6. Wow Cheryl, your card is fantastic and I just love skeleton man!
    Clairex

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  7. OH MY goodness, this is my absolutely all time fav card of yours. Excellent job on everything!

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  8. Cheryl, you never cease to amaze me! This card is fantastic! And with your story about who it's for...I like it even more! LOVE the lace skrit with the jewel on it. Love the sparkly banner...just brilliant! And what a rad Baby Shower!

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  9. Fantastic! The post and your card are just amazing...love that little lacey skirt!

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  10. this card is flippin' awesome! love the dress on the skelly! fabolous job!

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  11. hahahha what a fun card sheryl.
    great images and beautiful design and coloring.
    love the skirt from the image.

    greetings karin

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  12. FABULOUS!!! I do my whole dining room in Dia de los Muertos and love the holiday! Your card is perfect! xxD

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  13. I totally love it , the skirt and the heart that looks like the belt of the skirt , too cute ! : )

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  14. This card is WONDERFUL ! The opportunity for which you made it could seem strange but It seem to be a very warm tradition quite as your card is ! All the details are great, especially the title, I love this type of banner.
    Hugs from Paris

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  15. That is just awesome! I love your creativity. I would not think about cutting and combining stamps really. Love it!

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  16. That is such a bright and cheery card. Love the skirt

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  17. This is amazing. What a fabulous theme, a GORGEOUS card AS ALWAYS!! Your coloring and design always floors me...just stunning every single time.

    HUGS!
    Meredith

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  18. Your cards always blow me away. I love the hats and the skirt! PERFECT!

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  19. wow this is so great! I love the coloring!!!

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  20. Incredible! So much amazing detail to take in - wonderful work!!

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  21. Hey Cheryl - great to find you again after having the certification class with you. I've fallen in love with the Kenny K's you introduced me to and am itching to get some Bombshells soon!! Thanks for explaining more about Dia de Los Muertos - I had the common misconception most people do so it is nice to know the details behind the celebration! Great card as are all your cards - gonna check out the rest of the crew!!!

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  22. Wow! Such a fabbie card! Love how you added the skirt and the hat... great details!

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  23. OMG this card is SO awesome! All your work is...but tell me: how do I get on your Christmas card list? Your little pieces of art are amazing!

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  24. Hi Cheryl - this is a fantastic card! I love the stamps and what you've created with them is just stunning. My sister's birthday is 11/2 and she *loves* Dia de los Muertos. I'm definitely picking this set up for her next birthday card. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Cheers,
    Susan

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  25. Love This. Your coloring is great. Do you know what colors you used? How did you get that saying on the banner?
    Thanks,
    Marilyn2222 @ hotmail.com

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