Monday, October 3, 2011

BBTB2 Create a Critter Frog Challenge


Finally, eh? This week the BBTB2 challenge was chosen by our DT sister Carri, who picked the frog from Create a Critter. I have Halloween on the brain so I did a themed wall hanging. The witch's hat and cauldron are from Mini Monsters. All shadows were welded in DS and the layers were popped with enough foam that a chipboard base wasn't required.


The frog is embossed with the Cuttlebug Tiny Bubbles and the cauldron with Swiss Dots. I cut the cauldron multiple times and trimmed them so I could layer the rim. I also resized the cauldron bottom to create a sort of decoupage effect.


The rosette is done with a Tim Holtz die. Not to self: avoid glittered paper as it doesn't want to crease and has a tendency to tear. I reinforced a few of the folds with tape and copy paper and popped a cute little Sandylion spider on top. the star is actually a charm from Making Memories that I've cut the loop off of.


Open the ribbon and there's a surprise. I've layered the cauldron with the card feature so it opens. The sentiment is from Mini Monsters as well. I know this froggie doesn't look wicked, but I just couldn't resist. This particular sentiment is part of the witch's hat family of cuts. I just trimmed off the hat so it would fit. The entire hanger measures 11 1/2 inches, not counting the ribbon so it's pretty substantial. My teamies at BBTB2 have outdone themselves on this challenge so hop on by and take a peek. As always, the challenges run for 2 weeks. We want to see "new" projects only and please link back to BBTB2 so others can join in the fun.. If you haven't the particular cartridge featured, you may use another similar cut. You know the drill. Can't wait to see what YOU come up with.

29 comments:

  1. Hi Donna! Such a cute creation. So huge too! All the embossing looks great and the flower/spider are the perfect addition. Love how you welded the cauldron lid so carefully so it opens. Another perfectly layered creation!

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  2. I am always looking forward to see what you make next...always a fantastic creation. SUPER CUTE once again Donna!

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  3. Goodness, how many layers do you have there for the hat! Your wall hanging is terrific, Donna. Love all the embossing and detail. Terrific job!--Pat N.

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  4. What an adorable wall hanging, so creative! I love how you combined them to create this awesome number :)

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  5. Oh My Donna, You know I love the froggies and this is just too darn Cute, Cute, Cute! Are you making a potion or soup, lol! I love that caldron and what a great idea to give the caldron some depth with the differant sizes, so smart, I always learn something new from you each week GF, lol! But thanks for all the great inspiration!
    Froggie ((Hugs)) Theresa =]

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  6. Well I would say you have "OUT DONE YOURSELF" on this one.. so cute... wish you gave the sizes.. :-(
    hugs

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  7. I was wondering about the rosette as it's the smallest one I've ever seen. It's so tiny and cute! Do his dies fit in a Cuttlebug? Anyway, this is just darling, Donna!!! Love how you embossed the frog and how the cauldron opens up to reveal the message. Awesome!

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  8. You are so talented this is great I love the way you piece everything together.
    DIANA L.
    http://dianamlarson.blogspot.com

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  9. A frog!!!!

    Squeeeeellllll!! from the happy frog queen!!

    I Love it!!!


    Cheers!

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  10. Absolutely LOVE this!!! Love all the wonderful details you have put into it. Thank you for sharing!!!

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  11. This is so fun! Love how the cauldron opens! Great embossing and I just love the witches hat on the frog!
    Carri~abusybee
    www.doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com

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  12. Totally AWESOME - this is just brilliant :-D
    Hugz
    Ike xxx

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  15. LOL...this is so cute and clever! I love how that witch hat covers one eye...this frog has attitude! Love it!

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  16. Love it Donna....not only the frog but everything you got going on there.....so so soooo cute!

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  17. Oh my, what a terrific wall hanging. If we could ever stop traveling I'd love to make some Hallween decor for my camper. Love how you put the frog in the cauldron, but I hope he's not getting too hot.

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  18. this is adorable...i love the colors and details

    Tina

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  19. donna, no need to say how much i like/heart your whole project and all the details. you are the best my sweet friend. i just love it :P i had to smile when i saw the poor froggie ready to be the daily bread, lol.

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  20. Donna, he is just too cute! Very fun project and I love all the embossing. Clever to have it open to a sentiment.

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  21. Absolutely adorable, Donna! Love all the amazing detail work you put into your projects!! Awesome!!
    hugs, Sharon

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  22. I SWEAR I left a comment on this. You know me and frogs, and then of course there is that serious admiration thing going on for you.... so here I am (again, I think) to say I LOVE this.
    Hugs
    Carole

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  23. perfection again girlie! you so rock big time! youre so lucky inm not your neighbor id be pestering the hell out of you getting lessons! have a great day :) pet your furbabies extra for me. ( miss mine terribly hoping to at least get my sweetest boy geddy back very soon keep your fingers crossed for me!) xxxshelly

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  24. This is amazing,love all the details you've added.I love visiting your blog.
    Jayne x

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  25. Do I even need to tell you that I adore your frog card? I love the way it opens, the hat on the frog, the rosette on the hat! You are amazing, my friend!
    xx Susan

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  26. I absolutely LOVE your project ! I am always amazed at the detail you put into each and every project ! You are AMAZING !!!! HUGS - Lori

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  27. HOLY FROG, and you know what I mean.
    I have big froggy grins ..
    Carole

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Thanks for making my day!