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Friday, June 26, 2015

Vintage Kitty in Stocking

Hi, everyone!  Before I share today's card, I would like to announce that I am still waiting to hear from one of my candy winners.  Ema M, please contact me by June 29!

Well I mentioned yesterday about my goal of making two Christmas cards each month so here's my second one for June. Goal achieved - yay! This one features a vintage kitty in a stocking - you know I love kitties!  I upcycled the image from a card I received last year and fussy-cut all around it so I could pop it up with foam tape.


The musical panel with the decorative scalloped edge is from Recollections.  The sentiment is an acrylic sticker (Deja Views) - I added it vertically - I really like the vintage font used. The card base is dark brown, and the layered panel is kraft but I wanted to give it a more vintage look so I stamped a vintage Christmas image (Recollections) repeatedly in Simon Says Stamp khaki. Then I inked all around the edges with Vintage Photo Distress Ink.
Background panel

 I added two strips of gold/red ribbon along the top and bottom edges and green ribbon and bow along the left edge.

I would like to support these fun challenges:  Artistic Inspirations AG UE; Beccy's Place June AG UE; Bunny Zoe's Furry Friends UE; Christmas Stampin' All Year Long Ribbon or Lace 1E; Come and Get It Cute Animals 2/3; CRAFT Inspired by a Book (Lesley Anne Ivory's Christmas Cats) 1/5; Craft Your Passion AG 2/3; Crafting by Designs Get Ready for Christmas 2/3; Crafty Gals Corner AG 2/2; Crafty Hazelnut's Christmas Challenge Merry and Bright UE; Crafty Hazelnut's Christmas Challenge Extra June AG UE;  Crafty Ribbons AG 1/5; Creative Fingers AG 1/3; Creative Inspirations Your Favourite (Kitties are my favourite - I love making cat cards) UE; Crimbo Crackers Vintage UE; Cute Card Thursday Stars and/or Stripes (stars on stocking) UE; DL.ART June Linky AG 1/day; DRS Designs Oh My Stars (on the stocking) UE; Fresh Brewed AG 2/5; Incy Wincy AG 2/5; Inspiration Destination AG UE; Mod Squad Christmas with a Twist UE; Natalie and Amy's Christmas 2/3; Not Just Cards AG UE; Open-Minded Crafting Fun Vintage 2/3; Penny's Paper-Crafty AG 2/3; Pile it On Cultural/Family Traditions (Christmas stockings) UE; Scribble and Scrap AG 2/3; Send a Smile 4 Kids Animal Cards 4 Kids 2/3 (TOP 3); Simon Says Stamp Wednesday AG 3/5; Sister Act (Cards Only) AG UE; Sparkles Christmas Christmas Animals 1/3; Sparkles Monthly Vintage or Shabby Chic 2/3; Sweet Stampin' Christmas Stockings 1/2; The Outlawz Twisted Thursday AG 1/2 (Featured); The 12 Months of Christmas Link-up Home for the Holidays Vintage 2/3 (FT);Word Art Wednesday AG w Uplifting Sentiment 2/5

Thank you for looking at my card!  Wishing you a joyful day!

63 comments:

  1. Jenny LJune 26, 2015 at 3:40 PM

    Hi Kitty,
    what a fab creation.
    That kitty looks so comfortable in that Christmas stocking.
    Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

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  2. Alice (scrAPpamondo)June 26, 2015 at 3:45 PM

    Awww!!! How cute and sweet is this adorable kitten! This seems my Red!
    His (or hers? :)) ) eyes really speak!! Wonderful, adorable, in this stocking! You have made a fabulous work with this fussi-cut recycling of card!!
    Your make have a gorgous vintage look with the distressed edges and the musical paper made the kitten come out of the card!!! The laces match so well! Such a lovely work, Kitty!!

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  3. GeorgianaJune 26, 2015 at 4:01 PM

    Cute kitty. Good for you that you met your goal. I need to set one also...even one a month would be better than none. Holidays will be here before you know it!

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  4. KuniJune 26, 2015 at 4:33 PM

    Cute, cute, cute Kitty, wonderful card and a love the image.
    Hugs
    Kuni

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  5. HazelJune 26, 2015 at 5:40 PM

    Thanks for entering both of my CHNC challenges with your lovely crafting - hope to see you again soon. x

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  6. jimlynnJune 26, 2015 at 5:42 PM

    Great recycling with the little kitty. She looks like she's as snug as can be in that stocking! So cute and love all the distressing in the background too.
    Lynn

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  7. UnknownJune 26, 2015 at 5:47 PM

    Aww Kitty, how cute is this little fluffy fella!! Such a cute card! x

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  8. FikretaJune 26, 2015 at 6:10 PM

    very nice card!
    cute kitty
    have a nice day

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  9. LisaJune 26, 2015 at 6:42 PM

    This is so sweet, Kitty!! What a great idea to recycle old cards!! The kitten is absolutely adorable!! Love the pretty bow, too!! Have a great weekend :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  10. Monika ReeckJune 26, 2015 at 7:09 PM

    clever used the old card to be a new card
    too cute Kitty on your card sweet friend
    lovely christmas card and happy you acchieve your goal yayyyy
    Now it is 00:09 I catch up your post
    happy me..hugs, Monika

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  11. Decosse's Dynamite DoodlesJune 26, 2015 at 7:13 PM

    Oh my goodness. I've just entered a few challenges and keep seeing this one just a couple entries previous. I love it! Great use of upcycling and that cat is just precious. So glad to see you entered it over at the 12 MoC as well. Thanks for being such a fab supporter!

    Hugs,
    Lisa

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  12. Andrea WJune 26, 2015 at 10:16 PM

    Absolutely darling!!! I'm sure the original card was cute but the image looks like it was meant for your handmade creation. LOVE it!!!

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  13. aussie aNNieJune 26, 2015 at 10:24 PM

    Your vintage snowman and this adorable kitty are wonderful cards for Christmas...who would not love to see these in their mail box. Gorgeous.xxx{aNNie My Personal Blog}

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  14. Carol LJune 26, 2015 at 10:35 PM

    way to recycle that cute kitty into another fabulous card! He sure is a cutie :)

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  15. BrendaJune 26, 2015 at 10:50 PM

    What a fabulous way to recycle this cute Christmas Kitty! I love your fussy cutting, the sentiment on the side is fabulous. Love the kraft and brown color combo. This little kitty sure is cute done in vintage! Hugs, Brenda

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  16. New CreationsJune 26, 2015 at 11:57 PM

    Beautiful way of recycling, love this cute kitty and the addition of all little elements to make it vintage! Awesome!

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  17. AO CreationsJune 27, 2015 at 1:11 AM

    Super cute!!! Thank you for joining us at Craft Your Passion, good luck!!! Amy DT

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  18. Wendy LJune 27, 2015 at 3:33 AM

    So cute and so gorgeous, xxxx

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  19. UnknownJune 27, 2015 at 3:59 AM

    I have missed seeing your "Kitty" cards, this is just stunning, and ever so cute, love and hugs my friend xxx

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  20. MelanieJune 27, 2015 at 4:51 AM

    A lovely Christmas card!
    Thank you soo much for taking part in our "animals” challenge over at Come and Get it & good luck in the draw.
    Hope to see you again in our next challenge as well…

    Hugs,
    Melanie
    (DT Penny's Paper Crafty Challenges)
    (DT-Coordinator Creatalicious Challenges)
    (DT Come and Get It)

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  21. coldwaters2June 27, 2015 at 5:22 AM

    Oh my that kitty is a beauty he looks so realistic, great card for Christmas thank you for joining CHNC Monthly challenge
    hugs
    lorraine x

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  22. KandAJune 27, 2015 at 5:22 AM

    What a cute little kitty and fabulous recycling xx

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  23. marionJune 27, 2015 at 7:00 AM

    Gorgeous and sweet, lots of hugs to you and cuddles to your furbabys, Marion

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  24. KraftyKoolKatJune 27, 2015 at 7:05 AM

    This is so cute and pretty Kitty. Such a beautiful creation that anyone would love to receive.
    Hugs
    Cathy
    xxxx

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  25. Annette AllenJune 27, 2015 at 8:08 AM

    aww how sweet is this.. i love it

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  26. cassJune 27, 2015 at 8:11 AM

    Very sweet, lovely card. Thanks for joining us at Open Minded Crafting Challenges this fortnight for our "Vintage" Challenge.

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  27. PamelliaJune 27, 2015 at 8:32 AM

    Oh my gosh Kitty, this is just way too adorable for words! Who doesn't love a kitten in a stocking, it's all my favourite things...cute and Christmas! ha! have a great weekend, hugs :)

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  28. Donna EllisJune 27, 2015 at 11:51 AM

    What a great way of reusing that pretty card! It's amazing how you can fussy cut so beautifully, and always add the right embellies, Miss Kitty! Beautiful Kitty Card! xo

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  29. UnknownJune 27, 2015 at 12:54 PM

    This wee kitty and the music score took me back to my youth ( long long agao). It is sweet. Thank you so much for taking time to post your very creative art with us this week at Word Art Wednesday, on our 189th Challenge. We appreciate you very much.
    Blessings, Carole

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  30. maureenjscottJune 27, 2015 at 1:47 PM

    Super cute card! Love the recycled topper and fab papers. Thanks for joining our Christmas in June challenge at Crafting By Designs,. Mo xxx

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  31. Tenia NelsonJune 27, 2015 at 2:38 PM

    So so cool!!

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  32. SheliaJune 27, 2015 at 9:39 PM

    Way to repurpose!! Cute Christmas card. Thanks for sharing with us at DRS Designs.

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  33. BeccyJune 27, 2015 at 11:28 PM

    Fabulous card KT, I love the cute kitty in the stocking. I also like the music score in the background.
    Cheers,
    Beccy

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  34. Judy McKayJune 28, 2015 at 2:21 AM

    Beautiful Christmas card. Love the design and that cute kitten. Thank you for joining us at Incy Wincy designs this week. Judy DT

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  35. La Papera GiallaJune 28, 2015 at 3:10 AM

    Thanks for joining us at C.R.A.F.T. Challenges this week!
    Monica - DT

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  36. NGCARDSJune 28, 2015 at 4:20 AM

    Another super cute creation! Thanks for playing at Creative Inspirations! xxx

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  37. DonnaJune 28, 2015 at 9:16 AM

    Great idea, and so cute!

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  38. cotnobJune 28, 2015 at 11:55 AM

    Such a gorgeous Christmas card Kitty, the most adorable image.
    Pauline
    x

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  39. EsVeeJune 28, 2015 at 3:05 PM

    Wow.. this is super-cute!!

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  40. CraftYourPassionJune 28, 2015 at 6:13 PM

    What a cute Christmas card.Love all the layering of the ribbons and papers.Thanks for joining us at Craft Your Passion.Hope to see you again next week.
    Lisa x

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  41. LeslieTJune 28, 2015 at 8:40 PM

    Such an awesome project- I love every single detail! :) Thanks so much for sharing your talent with us in my "Christmas With a Twist" challenge this week!
    Hugs,
    Leslie
    Love To Scrap!
    Love To Scrap! Challenge Blog DT
    3 Girl JAM DT

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  42. LenaJune 29, 2015 at 12:45 AM

    So super cute and festive. Perfect for a Christmas card! Love it!
    Thank you for playing along with us at Crafty Gals Corner. I hope to see you again soon. Good luck!
    ♥ Lena - DT
    Lena’s Creations

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  43. Maire GamberJune 29, 2015 at 2:20 AM

    Wow! Your card is super fabulous! I saw it at The Outlawz: Twisted Thursday and had to come for a closer look! I love this gorgeous card. I am your newest follower!
    Hugs, Marie

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  44. Vickie YJune 29, 2015 at 2:48 AM

    Adorable image and card. Thank you for sharing with us at Sparkles Monthly Challenge.

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  45. JaceeJune 29, 2015 at 4:00 PM

    So adorable Kitty, what a great design, fabulous!
    hugs Jacee
    Simply Paper Card Design

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  46. Susan RenshawJune 29, 2015 at 5:25 PM

    Love up-cycling! Great card. Thanks for sharing with Creative Fingers!

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  47. HelenJune 29, 2015 at 10:31 PM

    Such a cute design and a really sweet image!

    Thanks for joining us at the 12 Months of Christmas Link Up,

    Helen x

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  48. Julie ReedJune 30, 2015 at 5:33 AM

    Very cute, thanks for sharing with us at OMCF.
    Julie DT

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  49. AndreeJune 30, 2015 at 8:37 AM

    A gorgeous Christmas card and an adorable image.
    Thank you for joining in with our final Scribble & Scrap challenge and good luck x

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  50. Lisa MensingJune 30, 2015 at 3:08 PM

    Cute! Thanks for sharing at Crafty Gals Corner ATG Challenge. Hope you join tomorrow for our new challenge and blog hop.
    Lisa DT
    The Crafting Cave

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  51. Pia SJune 30, 2015 at 3:59 PM

    Your recycled kitty is absolutely beautiful. I love cats and also this vintage style. Nice work!

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  52. Taunya ButlerJune 30, 2015 at 6:58 PM

    This is SO YOU and just such a perfectly cute and fun Christmas card!! Love it and is so great when we can recycle!!!

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  53. Crafty JudithJuly 1, 2015 at 4:58 AM

    gorgeous Kitty x

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  54. UnknownJuly 1, 2015 at 3:22 PM

    What an adorable card! Thank you so much for joining us at Sister Act card challenge this week!
    Kamila DT

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  55. LynseyJuly 1, 2015 at 6:21 PM

    Wonderful creation! Thanks for joining in with the Crafty Ribbons Challenge this time!
    Hugs Lynsey x

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  56. nwilliams6July 1, 2015 at 10:21 PM

    What a fun way to use stars on a card! I love this upcycled image - it is soooo cute. Thanks for joining us in the DRS Designs challenge!

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  57. LynneJuly 5, 2015 at 8:10 AM

    Adorable card!!! Love the idea of upcycling cards. . . . and I love kitties too!
    Much love, hugs, and friendship

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  58. RachelJuly 5, 2015 at 5:11 PM

    Super cute card.
    Thank you for joining us at Christmas at Sweet Stampin this month, Wedgie xxx

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  59. Princess Judy PalmerJuly 8, 2015 at 4:13 PM

    What a great card! I love all the detailing you added to it. Everything you did helped enhance the vintage feel.

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  60. Tip TopJuly 9, 2015 at 2:24 AM

    So cute! Thanks for entering Crimbo Crackers!

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  61. Bernardine CuttinoJuly 11, 2015 at 10:38 PM

    Back again with another DT hat. This precious got me when I saw that feline coming out of the stocking. Just love this beauty with all of those details. Great job in up cycle. Must remember to do that.
    Hugs
    Berni, DT
    SAS4Kids

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  62. CazroJuly 13, 2015 at 2:22 PM

    Such a cute card. So pleased you joined us at Sparkles Monthly Challenges. Caz

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  63. HelenJuly 14, 2015 at 10:01 PM

    Me again!

    Great card - thanks for joining us at Sparkles too.

    Helen x

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