Saturday, July 13, 2013

Christmas in July - Catch the Bug July 13/19 2013

Saturday July 13, 2013
 
 Christmas in July SATURDAY BLOG HOP
 
Welcome to Catch the bug's 3rd annual Christmas In July week long celebration. In honor of our celebration Jodie has joined in the fun and has put the entire store up to 50% off. No code just place your order for 50% off. Spread the word and help us celebrate.
 
 
We will be having a challenge every day and for playing along you could win one of our daily prizes which is our Christmas in July set and or 10, 7 or 4 free images, we also have opportunities for you to be our guest designer.
We will be running one post for all challenges each day so check back daily at Catch the bug and enter.
 If you are right on track with the blog hop. You should of come from the lovely Becky Givans fun Christmas celebration creation.. If you just stumbled on to my page please start from the beginning at Catch the bug  and follow to all the design teams blogs.  NOW for the CHALLENGE - SHOW US YOUR SANTA.. see the PHOTO INSPIRATION Make a card using a Santa and enter at Catch the bug.


This is the card I made using a Tropical Santa from the bugaboo store. I also thought Santa needs a vacation before the big day so he's taking a tropical break and catching some sun. It would also be a great Christmas card for those who are in the region that have a summer Christmas.   
       Now your next stop is to Cheryl First blog  to see her Christmas Santa Creation and leave some love.
                     I could use some love too..


challenges:
ABC Christmas - N - no embellishments
Fab 'n' Funky #179 - Christmas in July
Inky Impression #116 - Christmas in July
C.R.A.F.T. #125 - 11th July Christmas
Creative Moments #21 - holiday
NutCrafters #47 - one for the boys
Paper Craft Journey - Christmas in July
Challenges 4 Everybody #24 - anything goes
recipe: tropical santa/ctb, g rated words, scraps paper, copics, stickles, glossy accents
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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58 comments:

  1. Cindy van OorschotJuly 13, 2013 at 4:44 AM

    How sweet love those waves behind him and the coloring is great.
    Cindy

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  2. UnknownJuly 13, 2013 at 4:47 AM

    This is absolutely adorable. I love the touch of bling!

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  3. UnknownJuly 13, 2013 at 4:50 AM

    Your card is just too cute! I love the touch of bling!

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  4. UnknownJuly 13, 2013 at 5:23 AM

    Cute Santa card! I loved the sentiment you used as well!

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  5. JaniceJuly 13, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    So cute! What a brilliant Christmas card & a beautifully coloured image - love it! Jx

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  6. RoxannJuly 13, 2013 at 8:12 AM

    This is too cute! I am loving these Santa Cards!

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  7. RoxannJuly 13, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    I am having trouble leaving comments today! You may get two from me. The more the merrier! I love your Santa card!

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  8. GailJuly 13, 2013 at 8:34 AM

    Hi Billie - all of the Santa's are great for the new Digitals and I just love this one so much! It would be a blessing to be the winner - he is so cute taking his suntan! Enjoy your crafting day and thanks so much for the hop! http://ilikepaper01.blogspot.com/

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  9. misteejayJuly 13, 2013 at 10:14 AM

    Hope your Santa doesn't get soaked by those in-coming waves LOL - great card.

    Toni xx

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  10. AngelaJuly 13, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Darling card...love the waves and the glitter!

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  11. NanaConnieJuly 13, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    Love Santa on the beach, Billie. Fantastic waves and sky. Great paper choices for both!

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  12. *Vicki*July 13, 2013 at 12:02 PM

    Oh wow this is such a fun design!! I love Santa sitting on the beach among the waves! Brilliant design! Thanks for sharing! :)

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  13. UnknownJuly 13, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    Great card hunni.

    Love the waves.

    Im enjoying this blog hop.

    Traceyxx

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  14. SuzeJuly 13, 2013 at 1:15 PM

    Love your choice of papers with the wave effect on them.

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  15. KatherineJuly 13, 2013 at 2:05 PM

    I agree It is definitely time for a vacation and Santa has the right idea! I sure wish I could make a trip out to the beach this week!!

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  16. Michele IJuly 13, 2013 at 3:53 PM

    very cute, santa needs a tan, thanks for sharing

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  17. GaleJuly 13, 2013 at 4:54 PM

    This is just too cute. Love the vacationing Santa. Thanks for playing along with us at PCJ in our "Christmas in July" challenge and good luck. Hugs, Gale DT

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  18. Linda AndersonJuly 13, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    Such a super cute card!! Love this image of Santa relaxing on the beach. You're right, he so deserves it.

    Linda

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  19. Pink Room Therapy DesignsJuly 13, 2013 at 6:44 PM

    Love the scene you created Billie!

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  20. MinJuly 13, 2013 at 7:19 PM

    Billie - this is just terrific - I love what you've done here!
    Hugs & Happy Days!
    Min

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  21. MargoJuly 13, 2013 at 7:51 PM

    Adorable image! Love your waves!!

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  22. arlsmom aka LyndaJuly 13, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    Totally darling card!!!

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  23. ScrappyJuly 13, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    SUPER CUTE CARD! :) Great job! :) MWAH! Scrappy

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  24. Jamie M.July 13, 2013 at 8:48 PM

    Perfect paper for that image. Nice job.
    I would love you to visit my blog if you get a chance. ♥ Jamie at CraftyGirl21

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  25. Julie TempleJuly 14, 2013 at 1:13 AM

    LOVE this! The waves are just SO COOL! I am so thrilled to be a part of this hop with a great bunch of talented gals!

    Hugs~
    Julie

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  26. OlgaBJuly 14, 2013 at 4:32 AM

    Adorable...I have to agree, it is time for a vacation!

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  27. Carolina Girl (Cely)July 14, 2013 at 4:43 AM

    OH yes....this is me this is me this is me!!!! Darling card....perfect papers and great die.

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  28. StephanieJuly 14, 2013 at 4:51 AM

    This is so cute... Great job Billie!

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  29. mulberry stationJuly 14, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    Oh my goodness, I love the wave die cuts..just too cute. This image is one of my favorites.
    Hugs, Nancy

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  30. Virgo5July 14, 2013 at 8:20 AM

    What a great scene, the waves look great!

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  31. carolJuly 14, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    hiya..oh this looks fab, thanks for sharing with us at CRAFT x carol

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  32. MarianneJuly 14, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    Wauw this one is cute. Love the Santa and the waves!! Great card!
    xxx Marianne MW

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  33. MilnieJuly 14, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    Very cute card, love the waves!

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  34. Cheryl FirstJuly 14, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    I couldn't agree with your sentiment more, Billie! I need a REAL vacation! I think I'll hop on that Santa's skis and tag along on his! lol!

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  35. ApassionforpaperJuly 14, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    Love the humour of your card and great layout.
    Thank you for sharing this with us at Inky Impressions this week and good luck in the prize draw.
    Julie Ann x
    (Inkette)

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  36. Jodie MackrellJuly 14, 2013 at 1:35 PM

    how great is this? love it Billie =)

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  37. JaniceJuly 14, 2013 at 3:32 PM

    Really like your background, goes along great with the theme!

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  38. JaniceJuly 14, 2013 at 3:32 PM

    Really like your background, goes along great with the theme!

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  39. DebiJuly 14, 2013 at 4:54 PM

    Great job! Love your layout with the waves. Great shading too. Hope Santa used some sunscreen!!

    Hugs,
    DebiB

    thatmightlookgoodonacard.blogspot.com

    visit anytime!

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  40. sgcJuly 14, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    Adorable card, Billie! Love the waves and the sand.

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  41. KT Fit KittyJuly 15, 2013 at 3:04 AM

    Love Santa on the beach! It really is Xmas in July. The image is adorable! Thanks for the great blog hop! It's fun to get some inspiration - some days I really need it!

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  42. KathyJuly 15, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    This is darling. Love the sentiment you paired up with him, it's perfect.

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  43. Becky GJuly 15, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    Great card Billie! I'm lovin all the tropical Santa's!

    Hugs,
    Becky G
    Bugaboo DT

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  44. Michelle B.July 15, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    Love it! What a fun Christmas card...everyone including Santa deserves a vacation! So glad you joined us for our No Embellies challenge at ABC Christmas Challenge!

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  45. LeeannJuly 15, 2013 at 5:43 PM

    Hi Billie! Another gorgeous card. This santa is adorable and I love the scene!

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  46. Tammy MillerJuly 15, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    Love this card Billie, thanks so much for all your hard work!

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  47. JackieJuly 16, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    I love this! It is so much fun, and he just makes me smile. Perfect for the challenge!

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  48. BunnyJuly 16, 2013 at 12:00 PM

    Great card. I hope Santa has on his sunscreen. He looks very relaxed.

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  49. Sunshine HoneyBeeJuly 17, 2013 at 4:27 AM

    Like the relaxin' Santa beach scene.
    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"

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  50. kReNJuly 17, 2013 at 11:38 AM

    Billie, I always like to see what you're up to. I love that Santa and your card is darling. How did you do the waves?

    TFS!

    Life is good!
    kren
    @http://afourthlife.blogspot.com

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  51. Lisa LynnJuly 19, 2013 at 4:14 AM

    What a sexy Santa, love it.

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  52. AnonymousJuly 19, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    Sweet!!Love those colors and that Santa is precious!!
    Lyn

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  53. AnonymousJuly 19, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    Soo cute! Love those colors and that precious Santa!
    Lyn

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  54. deesdesignsJuly 19, 2013 at 6:59 PM

    Okay - I don't think it can get much cuter than this! Santa suntanning - he, he!!! Wonderful Blog Hop - never too early to start thinking about the holidays!

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  55. Glenda AtkinsJuly 19, 2013 at 8:11 PM

    Fabulous tropical Santa card, love your colouring and the background papers are simply wonderful. I'm enjoying the hop!
    hugs
    Glenda

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  56. Bettina L.July 23, 2013 at 12:02 PM

    This is way fun. Love the santa taking a vacation. Thanks for playing at ABC Christmas Challenge and good luck. Hope to see you back wednesday for a new challenge. Bettina DT Member at ABC Christmas Challenge xx

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  57. HelenJuly 23, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    Fabulous card - such a fun image!
    Thanks for playing at the ABC Christmas Challenge!
    Helen x

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  58. JudithJuly 23, 2013 at 3:43 PM

    Hi Billie - what a fun card - just gorgeous - thank you for playing along at Fab'n'Funky Challenges this week hugs Judith x

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