Mountain, climber, and compass are cut from Going Places Cricut Cartridge
Used my Gypsy to stretch the mountain
Red brad so the compass spins
Mosaic Cuttlebug Embossing Folder
Tim Holtz Walnut Stain Distressing Ink
Adventure, Beyond Trails words stickers from Making Memories Travel Word Fetti
Martha Stewart twine
Scallop Border Punch
All paper is from scrap!
Entering into:
My Creative Time:Sport Challenge ( I used Hiking)
4 Crafty Chicks: Sketch Challenge
Here is my story to go along with this card. My Husband is a HUGE hiker, so is my 10 Year old Daughter. They hike every single weekend and have hiked the tallest peak in Arizona. He has been pushing me and my 9 year to get on board, so he said every-time you hike I will personally drive you to Micheal's and go in with you and you can buy whatever you want... HMMMM I can take a bribe! So of course I could not turn this down and got to work on my little one, after a brand new pair of mini hiking boots she was on board. So last weekend we set off... it took me two hours to get to the top and I cried along the way but I did it!! And yes he took me to Micheal's and picked something out, but I decided to have him give it to my girls for them to give it to me on my Birthday. SO since today was the last day my girls have off from school I took off from work and we hit Camelback mountain again! This time I was more prepared, I ate good all week long, exercised everyday and was mentally prepared and guess what I made it again in almost half the time!! It was so awesome! I am already trying to see how I can sneak off next Friday so just him and I can do it! Here is a picture at the top, you can see all of Downtown Phoenix!
January 2012 # 6
Extremely cool! Perfect card for your story, Carri! Congrats on your feat!
ReplyDeleteGreat story, and great motivation for the wonderful card!!! But... what a way to get to Michael's, huh?!!! LOL!!!
ReplyDeleteFrom here on in, it'll get easier and easier!!! Good for you, my friend!!!
What an awesome card and story, Carri!! That view is incredible!! And wow, that you cut the time in half...that is impressive!! I'd climb mountains, too for trips to Michael's :)
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indymermaid.blogspot.com
Like the hiking card. Especially like the photos & the story about going to Michaels. My hubby bought me hiking boots I wanted for a birthday present. We like to hike and did a lot of hiking when we went to Utah 2 yrs ago and hiked Bryce Canyon & Zion National Parks. I enjoy photography so I take my camera & hubby is willing to put the camera backpack on his back.
ReplyDeleteMelissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
http://CreatedbySunshineHoneyBee.blogspot.com
OMG...what a AWESOME card! I love the details!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for playing our sketch challenge at 4 Crafty Chicks! Awesome job!
ReplyDeleteGreat card and that is so awesome about the hiking! Hope you can get off next Friday for you two to go. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat card! Love the compass and the texture on the mountain is great! Thanks for joining us in the MCT ~ Throwback Thursday Challenge :)
ReplyDeleteCassandra
Love the story behind your awesome card....I give you credit you did it not once but I'm sure they will be many more hiking trips going on in your family.... What a pretty view, you sure live in a gorgeous area.....
ReplyDeleteHubby should take you to Micheal's for every hike you accomplish with him.....he,he!
Great story and card! You should be so proud of yourself!!! Good for you and what a sweet husband to take you to Michaels for a reward! - :)Amy
ReplyDeleteFantastic card. I love that you have such a great story to go with it. Way to go back and tackle the climb again!
ReplyDeleteKathy
Love it thanks for sharing such a great story!!
ReplyDeleteI never once considered this cartridge, but now it's a must have:) That is a beautiful view! I have never hiked Camelback Mountain. I've only been at the top of Sqaw Peak(I always forget the new name for it!) I think I'm going to have to go one day, it looks so gorgeous!
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WOW!! GO YOU!! That is awesome that you have done that hike twice now. Amazing girl. Did hubby take you back to Michaels the second time too??!! LOL When is your bday so you can get your goodies??!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your card. You should keep it on your own desk for inspiration.
It has been really nice weather here too. Sunny and nice during the day. I had the a/c on in my car today while driving. I haven't gone so far as to put on shorts but I probably could have. Hope it keeps on being nice. hugs!!
Great card! Thanks for the inspiration both creatively and physically. :)
ReplyDeleteI am loving this card!! And what a view in that photo! I didn't realize you were from Arizona! I am going to be moving to the Scottsdale area soon! Maybe you can give me some pointers on good scrapbooking stores!
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I'm so proud of you You did. What a fun family outing to.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the photos I'm looking forward to hearing what the girls got you;)
DIANA L.
http://dianamlarson.blogspot.com
Really enjoy seeing your pictures, Carri. You have such beautiful scenery there. And thanks for sharing another of your terrific stories--so much fun. And wow a trip to Michael's each time!! Yay for you! Great card by the way--really cute.--Pat
ReplyDeleteWow that is amazing, well done on doing that, it must be awesome. We too love walking and when we were on holiday in New Zealand we did some good walking. You are so lucky to live in a place like that.. and your card is lovely, nice colours and fantastic layout, love it xxx
ReplyDeleteAwesome card Carri!! After seeing that picture, I am seriously missing Arizona. What a fun adventure to take that hike:) Can't wait to return to Arizona. Hope to catch up with you again too:) TFS!
ReplyDeleteSherrie K
http://sherriescraps.blogspot.com
Great card and story! Hiking is a wonderful family activity. It's nice to see how close your family is...your daughters will always remember those hikes. But I gotta tell'ya, I'm the same as you regarding hikes but when it's done I really feel alive.
ReplyDeleteSuper creative design. Love the photos!
ReplyDeleteHow pretty! Love the view:) Great job on sticking it to the top:) Love the card you made too:)
ReplyDelete~Kim
FANTASTIC job with your card!I LOVE the BEAUTIFUL pictures!:)
ReplyDeleteWow! What an adventure and the rewards are so worth it...the view, the accomplishment, and the shopping trip. Glad to hear you have chalenged yourself to get improve your time. Florida is pretty flat...lots of hiking trails thru our forest (ONF), but the views are quite different.
ReplyDeleteGeorgiana
Carson's Creations
Wow great job combining the two challenges. Love the fab scenery photos you included in your post as well!!! Thanks for joining us for the My Creative Time Sports Challenge!
ReplyDeleteI have always wondered what a good way to use those images on that cart and girlfriend you nailed it! Love it!! I also loved your story and wow the view is incredable! I'm so out of shape I probably wouldn't have gotten far at all! Thanks for playing along with MCT Throwback Thursday Challenge! Hugs, Leanne
ReplyDeleteWhat a great card and wonderful story behind it... Sounds like you are becoming a hiker... Hope you and DH can sneak off just the two of you. A d the pictures are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteAwesome card Carri! I loved your little story. My husband can bribe me like that anytime. LOL
ReplyDeleteI so enjoyed reading your story, Carri! Good for you! Seeing that view, I'd like to join you (and that includes the trip to Michaels afterward!!). What a great card as well. It's nice to see something created with Going Places - and the image is perfect for your hiking card!
ReplyDeleteWAY to go on the hiking.... I loved your little story what a great inspiration you hubby is. I love that layout - how pretty are those photos too. Great job and congrats on your hike.
ReplyDeleteOMG!!! This is AWESOME!!!! I LOVE IT!!! Thanks for playing along with us at MyCreativeTime!!!
ReplyDeleteNikki
How cool is this?! I love the embossing and that compass is awesome too! Hugs- Glora
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