Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Just keep swimming for some candy...

It has been quite some time since we have made our way to the sandy shores of Sweet November Land. Now that the long, hot days of summer are upon us the conditions are once again perfect for a mermaid sighting or two. ;)

Unlike her sisters, Hanalei is a bit nervous about going to the surface for the very first time. Up until now all she has known is the calm, gentle swaying of the kelp beds and the lazy currents around the clam shell nursery where she has grown up. Finding herself on her first big adventure up to the surface she's not sure whether she likes all the hustle and bustle of topside activities. With a bit of coaxing from us and the reassurance of a friendly pair of sea turtles little Hanalei finds the courage to leave her comfort zone and explore new horizons. Before long she can't even remember what she was so scared of as she plays in the surf with Nami, Nalu and all of her new found friends. 

And wouldn't you know Hanalei has brought some candy with her to share with one lucky crafter, take a peek...    
The mermaid Hanalei candy kit includes; one Sweet November Hanalei rubber stamp, ten 6x6 sheets of BoBunny Barefoot and Bliss paper, Prima flowers and Kaiser Craft pearls, ribbon, twine, buttons, washi tape, four envelopes, four card blanks and my card. 
All you have to do for a chance to win the candy is leave a comment on this post. If you link to the candy on your own blog that is great and much appreciated but not a requirement... I want everyone to be able to play along. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone. I will ship the candy anywhere in the world so everyone is encouraged to play! :) The candy will stay open through Friday, July 5th and I will announce the winners on Saturday, July 6th. 

Take a minute to float on over to the Sweet November Gals' blogs next!  Nancy and Tress have really brought shy little Hanalei to life on their fantastic cards! :) Instead of using random generator I will be printing out names and tossing them in a hat SO if you leave a comment for the SN gals on their blogs, you will get extra names in the hat... this will up your chances of winning the candy. Fun, fun, fun! 

And that, my friends, wraps up the Sweet November July previews. Thanks so much for stopping by each day to welcome these new mermaids into the Sweet November family. If you want even more chances of winning these cuties don't forget to check out the CC Designs blog which is also featuring the SN Mermaid set in the preview today. 
Good luck!
Supply list:
cardstock- Bazzill and Copic X-Press It
paper- BoBunny (Barefoot and Bliss)
stamps- Sweet November (mermaid Hanalei)
ink- Memento tuxedo black, Colorbox creamy brown
Papertrey Ink twine
crinkled ribbon
Kaiser Craft pearls
BoBunny sticker sentiment
Tim Holtz tiny attacher
Copic Spica glitter pen
Copic markers:
skin- E000, E00, E11, R00, R20, R14
eyes- BG13, BG18, BG000
hair/tail- Y38, YR04, YR07, YR68, Y00, Y02, Y06, YG01, YG03, YG95

43 comments:

Larisa said...

Beautiful card, great colours you used and this is such a sweet image. Hugs. Larisa.

Hlora said...

Ahh this is so sweet... I love her cute smile and the fab paper and layout. It is adorable ;)

riliska said...

So pretty - I really like the combo of papers and colors.

lora said...

I really Love your creation and you are indeed a talented person.

Heidi Brawley said...

ohhh she is super super cute!! I like her best so far. LOVE your card!!! The papers are soo Perfect!!
Hugs, Heidi & Brooke

Uta said...

This lettle mermaids are so cute. I love them all.
Hugs, Uta

gobeagirl said...

Hi Amy, I don't have my glasses on, so if something looks weird please forgive me. lol... I just love little Hanalei, she is just adorable! I love her shy little look she has as well, and of course you really can't go wrong with that orange hair of hers. Totally adorable! :O) I also love the title you have used. Is that a preprinted sentiment or did you make that? Cute!!! Hugs Lisa

SabLank said...

lovely girl

XxJULESxX said...

oh what a beautiful card!!

Chitra Nair said...

She is the cutest mermaid.. Love your card and beautiful coloring...

alethea said...

Another gorgeous card!! Love these little mermaids!!! HUgsxx

Lau W said...

Oh just love this mermaid, the others too lol ! Love the papers, a superb card Amy !
xxx

Julie D. Richards said...

I love her bashful and shy look, so adorable. What a sweet card.

Юлика said...

Beautiful card. Your mermaid is so lovely :)

Nancy Thomas said...

I love Hanalei's flaming orange hair. Such a gorgeous scene you've created for this sweet little mermaid.

goldie said...

Swimming by to say hi!Fab card!

A Little Bit of Lovely said...

This may be my fav mermaid yet, she looks shy yet mischievous I love the orangey colors she reminds me of a beautiful goldfish!

Pöydän kulmalla näpertelijä said...

She's a real sweetie.

Trista said...

Love the card today! I think she might be my favorite, so sweet and angelic looking :) thanks for the candy!

Jenny said...

Oh Amy, your mermaids are so darling! I love all of them!!

Ardilla said...

WOW, this is so sweet! Love the image and the backing papers are awesome...
Hugs,
Ardilla :)

Jennifer J said...

Hanalei is too cute! I love your card and the sentiment is just perfect. Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win!!

Kimberly S said...

She is just so sweet Amy! Love the colors you chose too. :) hugs, Kimberly

Bev said...

Each day I think this is the best card and it can't get better, but
each new card becomes my new favorite. Absolutely love the coloring on precious little Hanalei.

chrilvian said...

ooo wow
im in LOVE with mermaids
im so unhappy im not in challengeteam anymore

Anabé said...

Bella tarjeta. Felicitaciones!

Tracy said...

another awesome card. Love the DP.

SuiLan said...

Beautiful card! I love the orange!

Betsy said...

Awww ... love her chubby little arms! Your papers are PERFECT! Thanks so much for the chance to win this cute little mermaid!

Betsy said...

Awww ... love her chubby little arms! Your papers are PERFECT! Thanks for the chance to win this cute little mermaid!

Cathy P in AZ said...

Oh she is precious! Seriously CUTE.

Tress said...

Gorgeous! Love the scene and the red hair! Your cards always have so many wonderful elements and layers to look at!

Linda said...

Great choices of colors, perfect with the hanalei mermaid.

Nikki said...

tooo cute :)

Sassy said...

Gorgeous! Love the vivid colors - the bright orange hair. The coloring is perfection and the sentiment too darn cute.

carsondcat said...

She is adorable.. as always...

Sue D said...

How sweet--great coloring and papers.

Gloria Lee said...

Love the name of this little mermaid. I got married 13 years ago at Hanalei Bay. Cute redhead.

Fairy Lora said...

I love your colouring and all the layers to your pretty details....

theCook said...

She's lovely! Love her flaming hair!

Unknown said...

Awww this is so so cute Amy, so colorful and so fun... I love those waves and fantastic coloring of this cute mermaid... and awww I'd love to join in for the candy. Thank you so so much for the chance xxx

Sheila H said...

She's absolutely darling!

Amy A said...

Such a sweet image Amy! Love your coloring and design! :O)