Saturday, May 15, 2010

HAPPY BIRTHDAY....

To the BESTEST group on the web! It's our Magnolia-licious (Yahoo) group's 2nd birthday and we're celebrating!! Huge thanks to DEB for getting this off the ground 2 years ago and working with Diana to promote the sale of the images we all adore! To kick off the EIGHT WEEK celebration we are having a Blog Hop of EXPLODING card/boxes!
Fun, WOW! I get to be the start of the blog hop, but if you want to read any details you can also vist the special Birthday Blog! As I type this on Friday night I don't know the prize/prizes, but when has a prize ever been a bad prize? NEVER
Sp I used three Magnolia images-Tilda with bee, the log and the leaves (from the jungle release). I chose this image because I wanted a sitting image to sit in my 3" square box AND I wanted to use my Martha Stewart bee punch. (I didn't get the punch worked in!)

The blending on her shirt is better IRL-the camera didn't like my project tonight!
I used E000, E11 and R20 for skin.
BG10 and BG72 for her jeans.
R22, R24 and R29 for the red stripes and her socks
Y21, Y32, Y15 and Y18 for the yellow stripes
The log is Y32, E55, E25 and E29
The leaves are YG21, YG25 and YG17
I guess that's it!
Please travel to Cathia's Blog
to see what beauty she's come up with!
Have a great day! I'll be back with a post tomorrow!
Cheryl







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58 comments:

  1. RietMay 15, 2010 at 5:09 AM

    Ohhhh Cheryl,what a beautiful box,i love your images and the colours.
    So gorgeous papers and flower.

    Hugs Riet.xx

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  2. RenkataMay 15, 2010 at 5:20 AM

    very cute box, Ceryl and one of my favorite Tilda inside :)

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  3. Only By His GraceMay 15, 2010 at 6:28 AM

    Very lovely explosion box Cheryl.
    I love the top of the box. The flower looks awesome.
    Tilda inside is super. It is so lovely and bright. I love the little scene you have made.
    Hugs marion

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  4. NancyMay 15, 2010 at 7:11 AM

    What a pretty box and I love the Tilda inside and she is beautifully colored! Awesome job!
    Hugs,
    Nancy

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  5. IttybittyinkspotstooMay 15, 2010 at 7:36 AM

    WOW Cheryl, this is GORGEOUS!! Love it! Love the colors and Tilda that just POPS!
    deb

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  6. AngelwoodMay 15, 2010 at 7:42 AM

    Beautiful box, Cheryl! Amazing work as always! hugs, Angela

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  7. TinaGAleMay 15, 2010 at 8:54 AM

    What a beautiful box! The challenge is on. Hopping to the next blog
    hugz
    tina

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  8. JaniceMay 15, 2010 at 9:05 AM

    Very cute box!! What a fun challenge!

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  9. Janiel/ jannyMay 15, 2010 at 9:16 AM

    OH Cheryl very very cute!! LOVE the colours you have used!
    hugs, Janiel

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  10. Christina C.May 15, 2010 at 9:30 AM

    O.K. now I know what an explosion box is....it has a happy surprise on the inside!!! Yours is simply gorgeous.

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  11. paolaMay 15, 2010 at 10:11 AM

    So sweet this gorgeous little explosion, and such a lot of work beautiufl!
    smiles
    Paola

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  12. JeriMay 15, 2010 at 10:14 AM

    The colors on your box are so vivid and bright. Beautiful work.

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  13. Lisa KindMay 15, 2010 at 10:31 AM

    How cool is that? I've never done one of these before! Great image and love the coloring!

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  14. JeanMay 15, 2010 at 10:48 AM

    What a sweet little Tilda looking like she is just camping out.. I imagine a little stream in front of her and she is just sitting there, her and the bee... you did a great little job and your coloring job is great. The top of your box is really gorgeous!!
    Hugs, Jean

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  15. Stampin MindyMay 15, 2010 at 11:37 AM

    This is beautiful! I love the tilda on the inside. The flower on the box is gorgeous! Hugs!

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  16. *SHeRRy B*May 15, 2010 at 12:14 PM

    Your exploding box is wonderful!

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  17. Nancy ParkerMay 15, 2010 at 12:21 PM

    Hi Cheryl, What a cute box. Love your colouring. Have a super weekend, Nancy

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  18. Becca FeekenMay 15, 2010 at 12:52 PM

    Cheryl, fab coloring girl!! What a precious box!!

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  19. cabio's craft cornerMay 15, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    Beautiful lid and darling Tilda inside. Love that little scene you set for the inside. Very cute box Cheryl!
    Hugs,
    Cabio

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  20. carrieMay 15, 2010 at 2:08 PM

    Love your explosion box with Tilda holding the bee. I really hope I get a chance to try and create one of these boxes. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  21. MickieMay 15, 2010 at 2:34 PM

    Just too cute!

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  22. CorinneMay 15, 2010 at 2:49 PM

    Very cute "Explosion Box".... Very inspiring...can't wait to try making my own "Explosion Box"

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  23. CandyMay 15, 2010 at 3:40 PM

    Beautiful work, Cheryl!!
    Hugs, Candy

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  24. Barb HardemanMay 15, 2010 at 4:04 PM

    Absolutely wonderful box, Cheryl! Beautful use of all three stamps!

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  25. scrappinpegMay 15, 2010 at 4:08 PM

    Your box is just ADORABLE as can be. Love the way you've used the stamps together.....
    hugs... Peggy

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  26. Diana CrickMay 15, 2010 at 4:15 PM

    Cheryl, she is adorable, beautiful colouring. You are a master of "light" and "shading".
    hugs, Diana

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  27. Kathy MartinMay 15, 2010 at 4:21 PM

    AMazing and creative card idea! :)

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  28. PJMay 15, 2010 at 4:33 PM

    Cheryl,
    A very nice job on your explosion box. I enjoyed going through the blog very much. It was very inspirational. Thank you for all your hard work.

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  29. Linda PalmerMay 15, 2010 at 4:37 PM

    Beautiful box, beautiful dp, and darling images. It is great. I love your blog.

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  30. Sharon CaudleMay 15, 2010 at 5:59 PM

    Gorgeous box, Cheryl! Love the scene you created and the papers and embellies are perfect!
    hugs!
    Sharon

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  31. CrafteezeeMay 15, 2010 at 6:12 PM

    Gorgeous box, love the idea of the 3D image in the middle. Hugs Tracy x

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  32. LoriMay 15, 2010 at 6:51 PM

    Beautiful coloring, Cheryl! What a fun project : )

    Love and hugs ~
    Lori

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  33. ♥♥RubyM:)♥♥May 15, 2010 at 6:52 PM

    I didn't realise it has started yikes!! oh Cheryl is always a pleasure coming to your corner.You always have the cutest projects.BEAUTIFULLY COLLOURED I MIGHT ADD!! Your box is adorable.AWSOME BOX!RubyM:)

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  34. monicaMay 15, 2010 at 7:21 PM

    Cheryl, I really like your box, the coloring is wonderful, the jungle leaves really add a great touch with the log--Tilda looks great. Super job!!
    Monica M

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  35. Marcia LuisaMay 15, 2010 at 7:36 PM

    Love the color used on this box, and the simplicity of the design.

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  36. AnonymousMay 15, 2010 at 7:52 PM

    Hi Cheryl, Your Tilda work is the whole reason I follow your blog. Your work is so fun, this exploding card is so cute. My best friend got me the Tilda with bee and I haven't had time to create with it yet, this card has inspired me to make it a priority! Blessings to you, Rea

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  37. Suzanne J DeanMay 15, 2010 at 9:16 PM

    Such fun, happy colors and beautiful papers that open up to a delightful scene. Just gorgeous Cheryl!

    hugz,
    Suzanne

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  38. Mary LouMay 15, 2010 at 10:59 PM

    Cheryl this is sooo very adorable!! I feel like I want to join her on that log ;))
    Blessings

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  39. Jacqueline (Sjakkie)May 16, 2010 at 2:39 AM

    What a beautiful box Cheryl! So cute!
    Hugs Jacqueline

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  40. Patti JoMay 16, 2010 at 3:55 AM

    Terrific box!!! Love your scene and your coloring is always excellent! Great job Cheryl!!!

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  41. TASMay 16, 2010 at 4:00 AM

    Beautiful box! Images are adorable and your coloring is wonderful.

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  42. Diane WhitehouseMay 16, 2010 at 4:28 AM

    Your box is beautiful, Cheryl! I love the colours and the images you've used.
    Diane x

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  43. UnknownMay 16, 2010 at 5:19 AM

    what a gorgeous box I love this image so cute

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  44. MaryMacMay 16, 2010 at 6:33 AM

    This a beautiful box and I love the magnolia image-Tilda is a cutie.
    I also appreciate you adding the copics you used-thanks.

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  45. LynnMay 16, 2010 at 8:01 AM

    Beautiful, Cheryl...I always love your work! Thanks for sharing..Hugs!

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  46. diane zechmanMay 16, 2010 at 9:31 AM

    What a sweet box! I have always liked that Tilda image! And you color soooo beautifully!

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  47. LisaMay 16, 2010 at 9:54 AM

    wow so cute!!

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  48. The Birthday GroupMay 16, 2010 at 12:16 PM

    I love your explosion box!

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  49. Viki BanaszakMay 16, 2010 at 2:33 PM

    That is so cool! Thanks for sharing!

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  50. CarolynMay 16, 2010 at 8:22 PM

    OMG Cheryl, this box is amazing. I love the surprise inside. Happy 2nd Birthday Magnolia-licious.
    Hugs xx
    Carolyn

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  51. Deebi27May 16, 2010 at 10:53 PM

    Great box! Love the log for Tilda to sit on!

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  52. Jodie from OzMay 17, 2010 at 1:43 AM

    Cheryl, such a wonderful surprise inside. Tilda is adorable and coloured so wonderfully. A great take on the explosion box. hugs Jodie from Oz

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  53. KathyMay 17, 2010 at 12:44 PM

    Just darling. Love the scene you created inside.

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  54. ClaudeMay 18, 2010 at 7:26 AM

    What a great box!

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  55. peggysueMay 18, 2010 at 11:23 PM

    Wonderful coloring Cheryl, and such a cute little Tilda in a box!

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  56. JamieMay 19, 2010 at 6:54 PM

    Love it! I dont think I have seen that Tilda yet? I had lots of fun making mine as well!!

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  57. Ann EnglishMay 20, 2010 at 10:28 PM

    This is SOOO cute!!!

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  58. AnonymousMay 21, 2010 at 12:09 AM

    I love it. You did very well getting the nature theme.

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