Friday, May 4, 2012

Exquisite Embellishments Blog Hop

I am so thrilled to welcome you to the Exquisite Embellishments Blog Hop! Today, is the release of the New book "Exquisite Embellishments for Paper Crafts".  The pages are FILLED with the talent and creativity of some of the top designers in the paper crafting industry!  We had an AMAZING TEAM OF DESIGNERS and I was so excited and honored when I was asked to design some projects for this beautiful book!! I want to say a Huge Thank You to Keri & Tanya for including my artwork in this beautiful publication and for such a wonderful opportunity!!! 

 And so without further ado I present to you "Exquisite Embellishments for Paper Crafts"!!!




Isn't it GORGEOUS????? The cover boasts art work from three different designers who have been featured in the book, Sherry Wright, Kandis Smith & Sharon Reinhart. And let me tell you that is just a taste of the delights that grace each and every page!  Please click HERE to find out all of the details about the New "Exquisite Embellishments for Paper Crafts" Book!!

I am over the moon with excitement and so thrilled to have a few of my projects in the new book and I thought I would share one with you today. Here's one that I absolutely loved how it turned out. It has all of the things I love vintage, shabby and totally girly girl with all of the EMBELLISHMENTS.  The metal frame, flourish stamps, pearls, handmade crochet flowers and vintage style button pull the whole look together.  I hope you enjoy!


Supplies:

Stamps:  JustRite Papercraft® CL-02185 Bon Voyage, CL-02195 Greetings from Paris
Cardstock:  Discount Cardstock Simply Smooth Ivory, Posh Milk Chocolate
Ink:  Tsukineko Memento Rich Cocoa; Ranger Antique Linen Distress Ink
Dies:  Spellbinders™ Grand Calibur™, S4-132 Classic Rectangles Large, GI-004 Fancy Flourish Grand Impressabilities
Foil:  Spellbinders Premium Craft Foil Precious Metals Pearl
Bling:  Want2Scrap Finesse Swirls White Pearl, 72 Count Light Coral Pearls
Button:  Bo Bunny Et Cetera Buttons #BUE663
Flowers:  Handmade Crochet Flowers
Accessories:  Sanding Block
Adhesives:  Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L™ EZ Runner®; Scotch Removable Tape; Hot Glue Gun


Would you like to see a few more projects? Well we have a list of the designers who were able to participate in the book and take part in the blog hop today too! Be sure to leave a comment for each and every designer as we will be drawing not one, not two but THREE winners at random. Each winner will receive their very own copy of the book absolutely free! The more comments you leave the more chances you have to win! :) Have fun hopping!

Thanks so much for stopping by today and I hope you have a Fantastic weekend!!
Hugs & Smiles,
Heidi
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94 comments:

  1. kiwimeskreationsMay 4, 2012 at 3:11 AM

    What an amazing card - love it, and the embellishments are fabulous!
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  2. BluebellMay 4, 2012 at 3:46 AM

    Hi I love the book and will be buying a copy for my sister-in-law as she loves cardmaking and has not long started. The card you made is beautiful, Well done!

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  3. AnonymousMay 4, 2012 at 4:10 AM

    Beautiful embellishments.

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  4. RitaMay 4, 2012 at 4:41 AM

    Heidi, What a beautiful book and you must be so proud to have your work shown in it too. Will it be available in UK ??. Have a great day. Hugs Rita xx

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  5. rlovewMay 4, 2012 at 6:07 AM

    Lovely card- you do an amazing job embellishing.

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  6. Anabelle O'MalleyMay 4, 2012 at 6:24 AM

    What a fabulous card!!!! So elegant and beautiful!

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  7. LucyMay 4, 2012 at 6:42 AM

    Love it!!!!

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  8. Keri Lee SereikaMay 4, 2012 at 6:48 AM

    Thank you so much for making time to submit Heidi! Your creations are lovely and I am so happy that we were able to work together on this one. :)

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  9. DebbieMay 4, 2012 at 7:28 AM

    Beautiful card and congrats!

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  10. Julie ShearerMay 4, 2012 at 7:54 AM

    Well done ! So pretty. TFS.

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  11. gail robinsonMay 4, 2012 at 8:22 AM

    this is a beautiful card. congratulations on having your work published !

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  12. VailMay 4, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    This card is beautiful and elegant. Congratulations on being published.

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  13. DawnllMay 4, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    Congrats to you sweetie-how exciting
    Fun project to share

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  14. Sharon M. ReinhartMay 4, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    What an elegant card! Makes me want to be in Paris!
    Sharon

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  15. Carol (HB)May 4, 2012 at 9:18 AM

    Such a pretty card!

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  16. Sue BridgesMay 4, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    Love the tone of the card, beautiful!

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  17. BabyBokChoyMay 4, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    That is such a lovely card!!! Congrats and yay!!!

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  18. CaroleMay 4, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    Beautiful work Heidi and the book sounds awesome!

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  19. lolita cardenas c.May 4, 2012 at 12:08 PM

    bautiful!
    es muy elegante y con estilo, Felicidades!

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  20. AnonymousMay 4, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    Love your project -- I want to frame and hang it on my bedroom wall.

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  21. julie eMay 4, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    What an elegant and feminine card.

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  22. CraftyRiaMay 4, 2012 at 12:54 PM

    Beautiful card!

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  23. Marlou McAleesMay 4, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    looove your card!! TFS ♥ also for a chance to win, have a lovely weekend ♥

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  24. snowbearMay 4, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    Fabulous card... love the entire look!

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  25. NatQuebecMay 4, 2012 at 1:11 PM

    What an elegant card !!

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  26. MelanieMay 4, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    Congrats Heidi, so delicate and sweet!

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  27. susie57May 4, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    Heidi, Your work is fabulous, your attention to detail is amazing. Congrats on your aknowledgements.

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  28. Lori CraigMay 4, 2012 at 2:50 PM

    Gorgeous project, Heidi! Love that beautiful metallic embossed frame. Hope you have a wonderful weekend! Hugs!

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  29. Kards by KathiMay 4, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    Love your project. I would love to win this book as it would help me enhance my cards. I also LOVE your blog background. It is sooooo pretty and feminine.

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  30. RozyMay 4, 2012 at 3:28 PM

    Ohhh! Elegant card. Love it.

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  31. BAKABMay 4, 2012 at 3:48 PM

    So Wonderful!

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  32. KathyMay 4, 2012 at 3:59 PM

    this truly beautiful!!1

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  33. PamelaMay 4, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    I absolutely luv the Paris theme! It's very pretty!

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  34. AnonymousMay 4, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    Wow....your card it absolutely gorgeous. I love it.

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  35. HawaiianLibrarianMay 4, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    What an elegant card! I am awed by its delicacy. Mahalo for sharing.

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  36. Karen RMay 4, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    Your card is so beautiful and elegant.

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  37. Patty O'MalleyMay 4, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    Very pretty!

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  38. CaroleMay 4, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    elegant card simply lovely

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  39. AnonymousMay 4, 2012 at 5:21 PM

    What an elegant card and inspiring book!

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  40. jan metcalfMay 4, 2012 at 5:48 PM

    Shaping up to be a great book of ideas!! thanks for sharing your creativity!

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  41. MelindaMay 4, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    Pretty card!

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  42. kathy sMay 4, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    this is such a pretty card-thanks for sharing

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  43. Auntie EmMay 4, 2012 at 7:46 PM

    Your card is so pretty and elegant. Great design! :)

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  44. CassieMay 4, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    elegant work as always!

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  45. Emily HMay 4, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    Very very lovely! I love the crochet flower!

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  46. Sue DMay 4, 2012 at 8:32 PM

    Beautiful--love the crocheted flower.
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

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  47. SusanMay 4, 2012 at 8:39 PM

    Your Parisian card is tres chic Heidi!

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  48. magicalmagpieMay 4, 2012 at 9:17 PM

    I love the whole Parisian theme. Great colours and embellishments. Tfs

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  49. ChristineMay 4, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    Your work is so elegant...love the soft colors and the textures!

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  50. JeanetteMay 4, 2012 at 9:46 PM

    Very elegant!

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  51. Becky DunhamMay 4, 2012 at 9:49 PM

    Oh Heidi, this is gorgeous! It is not hard to see why you were asked to contribute! I really need to learn how to do embellishments - I just love them! I've got to get my hands on this lovely book!

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  52. Bette CMay 4, 2012 at 10:34 PM

    Very nice. Love the design.

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  53. MommaGenaMay 4, 2012 at 11:06 PM

    That is superb!!!

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  54. Holly AKA KopyKatMay 4, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    This is so beautiful, love it

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  55. Lisa EltonMay 4, 2012 at 11:43 PM

    Gorgeous card, congrats on the book!!

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  56. DianeMay 5, 2012 at 2:48 AM

    Beautiful vintage card....love the girlie girl in it...so soft and pretty....love that metal frame, I kept looking at it, and then when I read the post I knew what it was...beautiful!!

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  57. Anne BMay 5, 2012 at 4:39 AM

    Beautiful card Heidi. The book looks wonderful - thanks for the chance to win :)

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  58. mea5798May 5, 2012 at 5:52 AM

    congratulations on being published! i'm so happy for you! and thank you for inspiring me to make cards!
    marie

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  59. JillisgramMay 5, 2012 at 8:18 AM

    Lovely card! Congrats on being chosen to be in this book. val from IL.

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  60. Sherry WrightMay 5, 2012 at 11:07 AM

    Gorgeous love the frame Heidi, have a great weekend!

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  61. AnonymousMay 5, 2012 at 11:09 AM

    Very shabby chic and I love the flower!
    Carol b

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  62. StephenieMay 5, 2012 at 11:38 AM

    So elegant!! TFS and thanks for the giveaway!

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  63. Renee VMay 5, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    Love the beautiful silver and creams! Fabulous card!

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  64. Rebecca DeeproseMay 5, 2012 at 3:05 PM

    Beautiful Heidi!

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  65. Charlotte AnnMay 5, 2012 at 3:40 PM

    Beautiful. Love the soft color combo, in combination with the metal frame, all those delicate pearls, and the handmade crochet flowers. Very vintage looking.

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  66. BettyMay 5, 2012 at 4:49 PM

    Gorgeous card!!

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  67. UnknownMay 5, 2012 at 5:56 PM

    Love your card, ooh la la! The silver looks so elegant, really lovely! All that bling is a wonderful touch too!

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  68. AnonymousMay 5, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    I am just beside myself on the Hop! So many beautiful sneak peeks! Cannot wait!!! Thanks for the chance to win a copy!!

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  69. ConniecrafterMay 5, 2012 at 6:44 PM

    Beautiful, love the framing and you can't go wrong with pearls and crocheted flowers!

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  70. ShirleyMay 5, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    Beautiful card!

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  71. AnonymousMay 5, 2012 at 11:21 PM

    Oh Wow!! Fabulous card--love the colors and that metal frame!!
    Thanks for the chance to win, Shelley smithgs@shaw.ca

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  72. rushMay 6, 2012 at 2:40 AM

    nice card! thank you for sharing. rush88888 at gmail dot com

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  73. BashfulMay 6, 2012 at 3:23 AM

    Nice Card! Good Job!

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  74. stampinfranniMay 6, 2012 at 5:17 AM

    Lovely card! Book looks like a must-have. Hope I'm a winner!

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  75. UnknownMay 6, 2012 at 6:30 AM

    Heidi, how beautiful! I love your style and am honored to be in a book with you!!! Big hugs!

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  76. Miriam PrantnerMay 6, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    Really like this card! Love that metal frame and the crocheted flowers!

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  77. Betty NevilleMay 6, 2012 at 12:52 PM

    Such an elegant card! Beautifully embellished!

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  78. maryMay 6, 2012 at 2:30 PM

    Pure elegance! That's what this card shouts out. Love it. Congrats to you Heidi! Blessings to you.

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  79. Jan in TucsonMay 6, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    BEAUTIFUL CARD!

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  80. LyndaMay 6, 2012 at 7:21 PM

    Lovely card, Heidi! Congrats on being a part of this book!

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  81. JodyMay 6, 2012 at 8:16 PM

    Very elegant card Heidi. Love how you did the metal frame. Can't wait to check out the book!!!

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  82. AprilMay 6, 2012 at 10:16 PM

    So beautiful! I love the wonderful embellishments!

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  83. jacleeMay 6, 2012 at 10:38 PM

    so very pretty! love the embossed foil....simply elegant. thank you!

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  84. marymacMay 7, 2012 at 12:22 AM

    Beautiful colors. Love the crochet flower.

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  85. NinaBMay 7, 2012 at 1:06 AM

    This is just gorgeous, Heidi! I hope you had a great birthday!

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  86. LeahMay 7, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    I love the soft neutral colors and the pretty flower and frame. So pretty!

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  87. AnonymousMay 7, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    Thanks for sharing your creativity. THanks for the chance to win this book.. Great job by all!


    Wendy Kaput
    xsox23x@aol.com

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  88. DawnMay 8, 2012 at 6:13 PM

    mmm, dreamy, Heidi!!
    congrats on being one of the designers!!!

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  89. liberal sprinklesMay 9, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    Congratulations on being in the book. The card is so pretty, the metal frame is fantastic!

    Grace
    liberalsprinkles at gmail dot com

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  90. LizMay 9, 2012 at 12:11 PM

    Always amazing... Great hop lost of inspiration

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  91. usagypsyMay 9, 2012 at 10:56 PM

    Love all these embellishments! I adore little crochet flowers!

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  92. jusaweecatnapMay 10, 2012 at 1:16 PM

    Oh la la. Tres chic.

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  93. Creative MayhemMay 10, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    Wow! This is gorgeous Heidi!!! You rock my friend. Can't wait to get my hands on a copy of the book. Woohoo!!!

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  94. TinaMay 10, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    Such an elegant card, well done!

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