Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Official State Insect


I was over at Gina K’s Stamp TV and there was a color challenge for red, black and white. I love these colors together and just had to play along. You can read all about it here

I used SU’s Riding Hood Red, Whisper White and my black is from Hollos Paper – a cool store here in Ohio that sells cs for a wonderful price. My black is a wonderful thick cs that is black on one side, white on the other and a super weight for a card base. Unfortunately, you cannot order from Hollos on line, but for me, it is about an hour drive and worth every second.

I used Unity’s distressed dots for my background and Unity’s Little Buggers for my ladybug. I just love ladybugs! They are so cute and perfect for so many different cards,and I just learned that ladybugs are the official state insect of Ohio. Really? I never knew Ohio had an official state insect. Hmmmm . . . interesting.

Thanks for stopping by. I hope you have a wonderful and blessed day!



Stamps: Unity Stamps Distressed Dots and Little Buggers
CS and DP: as listed above
Inks, markers and coloring tools: Palette Noir Black, bic markers, white gel pen
Extra goodies: thickers, Nesties Labels 2, MS white twill
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24 comments:

Anonymous said...

Lovely card Michelle....Black, red and white are great colours to work with!

Becky said...

Great job on this color challenge!!This is adorable, love this lady bug. I am working on the color challenge as we speak :).

Christyne said...

An official state insect? I suppose if you had to have one at least a lady bug is cute! Your card is wonderful!

Vicki said...

Cute card, Michelle! Great job on the challenge! Blessings to you!

Jacquel said...

Oh how pretty Michelle! love the colors you used...tfs!!!

TannyP said...

Beautiful card! Too bad Hollos doesn't ship - that paper sounds amazing.
I wish the ladybug was our official insect. I think ours is a mosquito. LOL!

Kirstin said...

I want black and white cardstock!! That sounds awesome! I always cut a white layer for the inside of a card with a dark cs base so that is genius that they have it already done for you!!

Your card is extra cute because I love ladybugs. I think they are good luck aren't they? Since I didn't know the NH state insect, I googled it. We have the ladybug too! How cool is that?

Cassie_lu said...

Love the way 'Hi' stands out on this cute card

Gail said...

Love the card.Lady bugs are so cute.

paige said...

Such a fun, cute card! I love the layering you have behind the ladybug.

specialcraftmom4 said...

GREAT color combination! Love this card layout (:

Ginny said...

state insects?...lol, least it's a cute one ;0) FAB card, as always :0)

Cathleen said...

Oh how cute, love your lady bug and the fabulous colors!

Michelle said...

michelle!! this is adorable! I have been on a ladybug kick..and love this card!

TFS!

Ramona said...

Oh yeah...I like this card. I love the red & black together. Great Job!

Pat (mspfd) said...

Terrific! Love the colors -- red, black & white is probably one of my favorite color combos. Your design is awesome! Love that ladybug!

Unknown said...

oh my oh my oh my, I love this card. Ladybugs are just wonderful.

Jennie said...

Awesome card Michelle! Love the ladybug with the dot background. Enjoy your weekend!

Gina Lindsay said...

Cute, love the rotation on the main panels. i just love ladybugs.

Maria@Crafty Cre8tions said...

Terrific card! Love your white hightlights on the 'bug' :)

Louise F NZ said...

Great card, love the lady bird image

Kristin said...

love this card :-) and that paper sounds pretty neat.

Michelle said...

I love your card! The RW&B combo is gorgeous! TFS!

Marie (MarieStamps.com) said...

I love ladybugs and I love your card! Adorable!