Monday, July 2, 2012

CAS Lighthouse

A very quick card AND post!  I've always been fascinated with lighthouses and when I found this stamp from Stampabilities I grabbed it.  I've never seen a lighthouse except in pictures but for some reason I'm drawn to them.    I'm really not liking the ribbon on here but tried using Baker's twine and that was just looking tacky - tried some regular type twine/string stuff - and it looked even worse. SO, ribbon is what you get.  Actually I think maybe it'd just look better with a sentiment at the bottom.  As I said, CAS - but hey, it did take a while to color so that counts for something I'm sure!!


Thanks for stopping by............and I'll be back tomorrow with my Shopping Our Stash and {Pin}spirational challenge posts!

Lynn
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21 comments:

  1. Kathy and LuckyJuly 2, 2012 at 6:41 AM

    Great lighthouse, I love lighthouses and growing on the East coast, I have seen many, Hatteras Light being my favorite. You did a great job with this one, your coloring is perfect. Love the CAS with the ribbon, the red is beautiful. Have a cool one.

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  2. MarilynJuly 2, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    That's a really nice stamp Lynn and your card is so pretty. CAS is always a winner, isn't it? I actually like that red ribbon, I think it is very striking and you are one of the lucky ones who can tie a great bow.

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  3. TammyJuly 2, 2012 at 7:34 AM

    Wow Lynn, I love you card and I do like the ribbon! Your coloring is absolute perfection!

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  4. Lynn McAuleyJuly 2, 2012 at 8:02 AM

    I love lighthouses, too, and this one's a beauty!! Great coloring on this wonderful clean and simple design, Lynn!

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  5. Anne TempleJuly 2, 2012 at 8:05 AM

    Gorgeous coloring of your lighthouse! Love the reds.

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  6. Michelle (aka Meechelle)July 2, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    Oh, the coloring definitely counts, and it is perfect! This is a beautiful CAS card. That lighthouse image is fantastic!

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  7. MelissaJuly 2, 2012 at 8:28 AM

    This is gorgeous, Lynn! Perfectly colored and I LOVE that big, red bow! What a wonderful CAS card!!! :)

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  8. McCrafty's CardsJuly 2, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    I like this Lynn, that light house is beautiful and I like the big bow.
    Kevin xx

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  9. MiamiKelJuly 2, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    Oh Lynn this is so elegant! Love the pop of red against the crisp white. I think lighthouses represent such beauty, so serene and watchful ;) and of course they are usually near an ocean :)

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  10. KarenJuly 2, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    Lynn, I love the lighthouse and even if you haven't seen one, you did a fabulous job of this one. I saw lots of lighthouses growing up. There is something mysterious about a light house at night with it's lights glowing. Watch for my latest Christmas stocking that I will be sharing closer to Christmas

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  11. TammyJuly 2, 2012 at 2:30 PM

    WOW Lynn I love This! Awesome lighthouse image and you've colored it beautifully! Gorgeous bow!
    Tammy x

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  12. NanaConnieJuly 2, 2012 at 3:19 PM

    Lighthouses are favorites of mine, too, Lynn, but the only ones I've seen are along the West Coast, in Oregon and California, and I think they tend to be less spectacular than those of the East Coast. I like the red ribbon and bow and am not sure what you don't like about it. It makes the entire card elegant! :-D

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  13. Linda SimpsonJuly 2, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    This is beautiful Lynn, I love the stamp and the colouring is fantastic. I love the ribbon it looks fabulous.

    Hugs
    Linda xxx

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  14. BonnieJuly 2, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    That's a pretty lighthouse, Lynn! And that squirrel looks so pitiful. I've seen them lay out like that. Poor little guys. It's hot here too!

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  15. Maria@Crafty Cre8tionsJuly 2, 2012 at 6:15 PM

    It is gorgeous!!!!!!! Wow - what a great stamp!

    The bow is gorgeous as well.......but maybe a sentiment where the 'bow' part is - that might make it flow a little better. Either way - it's terrific :)

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  16. Carol LJuly 2, 2012 at 8:57 PM

    I really like that red ribbon and how it reflects the red color in the lighthouse! You always tie the prettiest bows too!!

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  17. JennipherJuly 2, 2012 at 11:14 PM

    Who knew CAS could be so stunning and eye catching? Great job!

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  18. Anne Marie HileJuly 3, 2012 at 7:50 AM

    Wowza! Your shading on that image really makes it stand out. As always, your perfect bow finishes everything off beautifully! :)

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  19. SharonJuly 4, 2012 at 3:13 AM

    Good golly Miss Molly, this must be one of your best cards Lynn. I LOVE it! Gorgeous C&S one. hugs Sharon

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  20. Joan ErvinJuly 4, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    This is a beautiful CAS design, Lynn...what a fabulous lighthouse image and the ribbon is just perfect!!!!!

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  21. MargaretJuly 12, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    Weren't we just discussing being critical of our cards?! LOL!
    I think your image is fabulous and the red ribbon looks great with it!!

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