September 5, 2013

September Diva Inspirations Hop!

This is my second post today - you'll find the first here :-)

Welcome to Verve's September Diva Inspirations Hop! It's the 5th of the month and that means it's time for the Verve Divas to breathe new life into some much-loved stamps and dies. And there's a PRIZE up for grabs, so be sure to leave a little shout out in the comment section of each blog as you hop about to be entered in a drawing for a $30 gift voucher to Verve Stamps! Check out all the details about prizes and this month's sale over at the Verve Blog.

You should have made your way to me via Karen, if you need to start at the beginning (for the best chance to win!) head on over to see Julee!


When I saw the Curtain Call Inspiration this week was Back to School, I knew it was the perfect time to finally ink up Teacher's Count! I've also used the Apples Die Set. The sketch is the SCS offering for the week. I sponged Scattered Straw ink around the sentiment panel, and Antique Linen on everything else. The apples, leaves and heart are paper pieced. I added some stitching, a giant bow and enamel dots to finish off the card front.

Here's the inside...


Those apples are too cute not to use another on the inside of the card!

It's time for you to go visit with the lovely Susan now! Happy Hopping!

1. Julee8. Tiffany
2. Amy9. Teresa
3. Anya10. Charmaine
4. Betty11. Maureen
5. Karen12. Marisa
6. Sarah13. Andrea
7. Susan
  Stamps: Teacher's Count (Verve Stamps) Paper: Walnut Grove (Pebbles) Ink: Scattered Straw, Antique Linen Distress Ink (Ranger) Brilliance Black  Dies: A Cut Above Dies: Apples Die Set (Verve Stamps) Rectangle and Square Nesties (Spellbinders) Other: Striped Ribbon, Enamel Dots, Sewing Machine, Copic Marker
Posted by Sarah Gough at 11:00 PM
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46 comments:

  1. MackieMade Paper CreationsSeptember 5, 2013 at 11:49 PM

    Wow! Love the big bow! And the stitching on the sentiment panel! Just beautiful!

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  2. UnknownSeptember 6, 2013 at 12:25 AM

    Beautiful! Love all the detail.

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  3. cmSeptember 6, 2013 at 12:27 AM

    Yet another fabulous, eye-catching card! Images, colours, patterns, sentiment: eye-catching and delightful! The teacher who receives this will be ecstatic with this thoughtful, heart-warming card! Wonderful way to 'breathe new life' into a favourite!
    c

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  4. UnknownSeptember 6, 2013 at 12:29 AM

    Love love the bow, and I am a fan of inside finishes

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  5. AnonymousSeptember 6, 2013 at 12:40 AM

    Your card is Awesome! I love the ribbon and the layers you did on this card. I'm sure the lucky teacher will be VERY happy!

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  6. kReNSeptember 6, 2013 at 12:46 AM

    I love it when DT's do teacher cards. I would have loved to receive any of these cards when I was teaching. They are so upbeat and speak to my heart and soul. Be sure to give it to a teacher soon! Or in April when he/she needs a pick-me-up!

    Thanks for sharing your talent!

    All is good with kReN @
    http://afourthlife.blogspot.com

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  7. pamSeptember 6, 2013 at 1:47 AM

    nice card and love the inside too!!!!

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  8. Tricia September 6, 2013 at 2:36 AM

    Look at that scrumptious bow and the pretty stitching! Love it!!

    Tricia

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  9. Sandra MillerSeptember 6, 2013 at 2:58 AM

    Love the effects on this card, inside and out. WOW! Fantastic workmanship. Thanks for sharing.

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  10. JennySeptember 6, 2013 at 2:59 AM

    So stinkin cute Sarah!!! I soooooo want this set!

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  11. WhimseySeptember 6, 2013 at 3:02 AM

    Adorable - LOVE the striped paper; that's awesome. Cute paper pieced apples too! The inside is just as pretty as the outside!

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  12. SharonSeptember 6, 2013 at 3:59 AM

    Great cards!

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  13. Karen WeddingSeptember 6, 2013 at 4:20 AM

    Amazing card. Always good to support our teachers.

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  14. jan farnworthSeptember 6, 2013 at 5:07 AM

    love the bow really makes this card stand out nicely done.

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  15. Stacey SchaferSeptember 6, 2013 at 5:11 AM

    a fabulous card, Sarah! adore your paper-pieced apples!

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  16. Darlene GabrielSeptember 6, 2013 at 5:30 AM

    What a gorgeous card. I love this set and love the way you've showcased it here. I love the paper piecing on the apple, leaves and heart. The inside is gorgeous too.

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  17. JoAnnSeptember 6, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    Love everything about your card - the pretty bow, the apples and of course the sentiment. Any teacher would love to receive this.

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  18. zehraSeptember 6, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    Wow Sarah this is gorgeous love the bow

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  19. MarisaSeptember 6, 2013 at 9:00 AM

    Love that wide ribbon and the paper piece apples!! Great card :) BTW, was able to watch G of T and just have one show left to go. Can't wait to read the books to fill in the details - but in a line up after hubby and my daughter LOL!!

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  20. terriavidreader (IN-USA)September 6, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    really nice. Thanks for sharing!

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  21. Beverly PerdueSeptember 6, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    Your card is so pretty. I love how you paper pieced the apples. And the inside of your card is great too! Just amazing! Thanks for sharing.

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  22. Janet MSeptember 6, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    What a fun card for a teacher.

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  23. Kris BSeptember 6, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    Gorgeous card for a teacher! Love the striped ribbon! TFS

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  24. ChristineSeptember 6, 2013 at 12:29 PM

    Wonderful card! I love all the little details you added....they make a masterpiece!

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  25. HeatherSeptember 6, 2013 at 1:04 PM

    Wow!!! That ribbon is stunning! And the rest of the card is beautiful, too. :)

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  26. Janet's JoySeptember 6, 2013 at 1:14 PM

    That big bow really makes a statement!!

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  27. CindiSeptember 6, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    Beautiful card! I love the big bow!

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  28. lorrayneingram September 6, 2013 at 3:17 PM

    Super great teacher cards, HS teachers need encouragement too. I see my daughters past students posting appreciation on her page, or a parent who takes time to thank her. These are great cards.

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  29. Elizabeth S.September 6, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    What a wonderful teachers card and just love that big bow!!

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  30. KristenSeptember 6, 2013 at 10:53 PM

    Great card! All the sponged details and stitching ~ super cute!

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  31. TinaSeptember 7, 2013 at 1:55 AM

    Wonderful card! Love all the detail!

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  32. RosemarySeptember 7, 2013 at 2:49 AM

    what a beautiful card... love it!

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  33. MarshaSeptember 7, 2013 at 5:16 AM

    Great background. Terrific sentiment. Such a thoughtful idea for a teacher.

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  34. Donna OatesSeptember 7, 2013 at 9:25 AM

    Great teacher card. Well done and so colorful!

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  35. Miriam PrantnerSeptember 7, 2013 at 1:47 PM

    Oh I really love your paper choices! Great piecing, and the ribbon is perfect!

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  36. Sue DSeptember 7, 2013 at 3:06 PM

    Great teacher card--love the ribbon.

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  37. D-September 8, 2013 at 3:53 AM

    I LOVE your card. I bet the teacher you give it to will love it (I would) TFS.
    D~
    http://designsbydragonfly.blogspot.com

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  38. UnknownSeptember 8, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    Love your card Sarahm and that bow tops it off just perfect,,Hugs Patti

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  39. Mary-Anne VSeptember 8, 2013 at 1:43 PM

    This s a great teacher card...love the paper pieced apples and big bow.

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  40. loulouSeptember 8, 2013 at 10:56 PM

    What a lovely card, such a great colour combination.

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  41. RavengirlSeptember 9, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    Cute, those patterned apples are darling!

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  42. RozySeptember 10, 2013 at 12:47 AM

    Just beautiful. Love the touch that your stitching adds.

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  43. NandiniSeptember 10, 2013 at 5:21 AM

    This card is so lovely! Especially love the way you have done up the inside too!

    Nandini
    http://nanspaintpaperscissors.blogspot.in/

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  44. Cheryl S.September 10, 2013 at 7:39 AM

    What a fabulous card. I am thinking I need these stamps to create some cards for my grandchildren's teachers!!

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  45. UnknownSeptember 10, 2013 at 1:14 PM

    Beautiful card, inside and out!

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  46. djSeptember 11, 2013 at 11:50 AM

    sweetness...the inside is just as awesome as the outside!! Love it!!

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