2S4Y Sketch with some of my new toys!

Hi all!  Happy Monday!  I am so excited to share some new goodies from the brand spankin' new Stampin'Up! 2010-2011 Idea Book and Catalog.  How adorable is this little owl?  He's a cute new punch that I had lots of fun playing with this past weekend.  I was actually away for most of the weekend but, Sunday night was filled with stamping and playing with my new toys.  This is the card I created for this week's 2S4Y Sketch Challenge.  Here's a look at the sketch:

I was intrigued with the circle element, and after much deliberation, I decided to incorporate the new owl punch.  Here's a look at my full card:

Now, wouldn't you say that this is such a happy summer looking card?  I love the colors and paper - I used the new whimsical Play Date DSP, and then I created that fun ribbon border with the Dotted Scallop Ribbon border punch...it is too cute!!  For the sentiment, I used the Perfect Punches stamp set - and as you can imagine, all the sentiments correspond to a punch!  Here's the recipe for you:

{Happy Birthday Owl}

All supplies Stampin'Up!

*Stamp Set: Perfect Punches

*Cardstock: Real Red, Whisper White, So Saffron, Old Olive, Play Date DSP

*Inks: Real Red Classic Stamp Pad

*Accessories: Dotted Scallop Ribbon border punch, Polka Dot embossing folder, Extra Large Scallop Circle Punch, Two-Step Owl Extra Large Punch, Two-Step Bird Extra Large, Wide Oval punch, Poppy Parade Stitched ribbon, Brights Designer Buttons, Circle Cutter, Linen Thread

Whaddaya think?  Hope you like it!  Now, go check out all the fab creations from the Design Team at 2S4Y and come play along!

Thanks for stopping by and have a great week!