Thursday, April 2, 2015

Light It Up Blue!

Good Morning!

Today is an extra special day as it is the start of the Light It Up Blue for Autism Awareness Blog 
Hop.  This hop was lovingly put together by Tenia Nelson and Veronica Zalis.


We have so many fantastic sponsors that have shown their support for Autism Awareness and you can see the complete list here: http://lk2thestarz.blogspot.com/…/the-light-it-up-blue-for-…. If you would like a chance to win a prize from one of these fabulous companies leave a comment on this blog, and any of the other blogs participating in today's hop! Winners will be chosen at random and will be announced on Monday April 6.
This hop is near and dear to my heart as I have a son with Asperger's Syndrome, which, for those of you who do not know, is on the autism spectrum.  
 Now here is the card I created in honor of him for today's hop! ~


I used a sketch from Viva la Verve,


And Verve Stamps, Bloom and Grow and Learning to Sail.  There are a couple of suns in the Learning to Sail set and I turned them into flowers by using the masking technique and drawing in stems and leaves.  I colored my flowers with Copics.
The leaves are clear enbossed and die cut with the coordinating die.  A bit of washi anchors the flowers, leaves and button.
The sentiment is one that speaks to me as it is one that is meant for every person, disabled or not.  Working as a school nurse, I see so many kids with 'diagnoses', including many on the autism spectrum.   Each and every one is made in God's image and perfect just as they are!  They are gorgeous inside and out, and you are gorgeous inside and out! 
                     "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made, your
                  works are wonderful..."  Psalm 139:14

Enjoy the hop!  

Lee Ann  :)


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62 comments:

  1. Patti JApril 2, 2015 at 7:54 AM

    Beautiful card, Lee Ann. The image just pops. Love the colors...so pretty! Thanks for sharing!!!

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  2. KT Fit KittyApril 2, 2015 at 8:03 AM

    Oh, I love everything about this! Gorgeous! Great sentiment!

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  3. AJ BodineApril 2, 2015 at 8:13 AM

    Gorgeous card, I love all the different patterns and shades of blue! I'm a new follower of your blog :)

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  4. KathApril 2, 2015 at 8:17 AM

    A great card and a fabulous sentiment.
    Kath x

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  5. Tenia NelsonApril 2, 2015 at 8:47 AM

    Girlie......I just LURVE this card!!! Thanks so much for participating in this AWESOME hop and also thanks for being an AWESOME friend, girl!! You ROCK and I love you!!

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  6. ValByDesign, ValerieApril 2, 2015 at 9:00 AM

    I LOOOVE your card; the background is beatiful, and those stamp images are so lovely. Perfect!!

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  7. KrissyApril 2, 2015 at 9:04 AM

    Beautiful card! I love the patterned papers you chose!

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  8. KimCreateApril 2, 2015 at 9:33 AM

    Oh my gosh what a pretty card. I myself, love patterned paper. These papers are so pretty and so is the sentiment!

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  9. Yolanda GarridoApril 2, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    What a beautiful card!! I love the different patterns. Hugs!

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  10. Miriam PrantnerApril 2, 2015 at 10:28 AM

    This is such a pretty card! I love the patterns and those images! Reminds me of delft china.

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  11. wendyApril 2, 2015 at 11:25 AM

    Love your card, perfect sentiment !

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  12. Giovana April 2, 2015 at 11:26 AM

    Your card is beautiful, the sentiment is great!!

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  13. Jen CarterApril 2, 2015 at 3:01 PM

    Beautiful card!

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  14. ShellyApril 2, 2015 at 3:08 PM

    Beautiful card! Love!

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  15. lizApril 2, 2015 at 3:09 PM

    I like how the paper and stamps coordinate! Nice

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  16. D.Ann CApril 2, 2015 at 3:10 PM

    Oh, WoW! I love the papers, SUNflowers : ), those embossed leaves on black and the sentiment is PERF for this hop! FAB!!

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  17. JD/ JillApril 2, 2015 at 3:19 PM

    This is a very well done beautiful card!

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  18. cmApril 2, 2015 at 3:19 PM

    Your blue flowers and leaves card: fabulous x awesome! WOW!
    ~c

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  19. Taunya ButlerApril 2, 2015 at 3:21 PM

    Love that you shared such hopeful thoughts!! We are, each one of us, gorgeous on the inside and out, What a inspiring, and beautiful message!! Love your amazing card and those flowers look so cool! Thanks so much for participating and supporting this hop!! I hope you have a REALLY GREAT day!!!

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  20. MaryApril 2, 2015 at 4:27 PM

    Beautiful card!!

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  21. DanaApril 2, 2015 at 5:05 PM

    Gorgeous card! The sentiment is perfect!!

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  22. Brandi RApril 2, 2015 at 5:42 PM

    Beautiful! Love the papers and that Sweet Sweet sentiment!!! Thank you for joining this hop ♥♥

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  23. Holly AKA KopyKatApril 2, 2015 at 5:47 PM

    This is so beautiful, I love it. LIUB!

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  24. Crafting With JackApril 2, 2015 at 5:52 PM

    Very pretty card.

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  25. AnnApril 2, 2015 at 7:16 PM

    Beautiful card and love the design papers you used.

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  26. Vickie YApril 2, 2015 at 8:26 PM

    Beautiful card for a great cause.

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  27. Tracie PondApril 2, 2015 at 9:35 PM

    Le Ann, your creation is absolutely lovely!

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  28. Stampy SisterApril 2, 2015 at 10:22 PM

    What a lovely card. Like you, I have two children with autism. Thank you for supporting this cause.

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  29. Denise BryantApril 2, 2015 at 10:28 PM

    Beautiful card for the Light It Up Blue hop! Love your mix of patterns and those sweet flowers!

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  30. Veronica ZApril 2, 2015 at 10:37 PM

    Your card is beautiful with so many lovely details! Thank you for joining the LIUB Blog Hop!

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  31. Amy MartinApril 3, 2015 at 12:34 AM

    Beautiful card. The colors are wonderful. Thank you for taking part in this hop.

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  32. Michele K. HendersonApril 3, 2015 at 1:02 AM

    Really adorable card! Very pretty!

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  33. EvaApril 3, 2015 at 5:44 AM

    Very pretty card and perfect sentiment!!!
    Kisses;)

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  34. LizApril 3, 2015 at 6:16 AM

    OMGosh! What a fabulous card! I love the design. xx

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  35. JerrieApril 3, 2015 at 7:42 AM

    Love your paperchoices and the flowers are so neat. Great card!!

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  36. Monika ReeckApril 3, 2015 at 11:05 AM

    The sentiment looks like you made it Lee Ann cool sentiment you have
    and so many lovely DP you have I am a bit jealous
    I made my self my DP cause in germany all DP is expensive for 10 pieces paper I paid 9 EURO oh my..
    love your design and image is sweet too..
    AWESOME MADE LEE ANN
    hugs,
    Monika
    (I love and proud to join this hop and hope you like to hop back to my card it is #155)

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  37. Anne April 3, 2015 at 2:23 PM

    I was delighted to find this blog hop in aid of Autism as our 8yo son has low spectrum autism. He is a wonderful boy, much loved by many. Your card is brilliant! Thank you to all the sponsors for supporting this cause.

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  38. Waving My WandApril 3, 2015 at 3:26 PM

    Oh, this is gorgeous! Love the designs and happy colors. Nice work! facebook.com/wavingmywand

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  39. KateApril 3, 2015 at 4:01 PM

    Just Lovely Lee ann :) Funny we are on the same dt and i never knew about your son. Two of my boys are autistic so im glad to be part of the blog hop.
    Kate xx

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  40. Paula-Scrap AddictApril 3, 2015 at 4:31 PM

    great mix of blues & patterns!

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  41. Chrissy LarsonApril 3, 2015 at 4:59 PM

    Love this! The sentiment is awesome!

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  42. Chriss BlagraveApril 3, 2015 at 7:14 PM

    Thank you for sharing your great card for this special hop! Love it!

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  43. Becca CrugerApril 3, 2015 at 7:15 PM

    Wow! You are a master of mixing and matching patterns! Gorgeousness!

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  44. Laura Cox {aka scrapaddict}April 3, 2015 at 7:41 PM

    This is so beautiful....I love these stamps and the way you used them!

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  45. RosemaryApril 3, 2015 at 9:41 PM

    beautiful card... lovely take on the sketch!

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  46. Sue from OregonApril 4, 2015 at 1:41 AM

    This is just oh so pretty...reminds me of those blue and white antique plates...Gorgeous! ♥ Sue Kment

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  47. LieveApril 4, 2015 at 4:42 AM

    Your card is an eye-catcher ! I like it a lot !
    Happy Easter weekend !

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  48. D-April 4, 2015 at 2:11 PM

    I saw you at the Light It Up for Autism Awareness hop and came over to take a closer look.
    I loVe your sweet card. Thanks for sharing and for helping to raise Autism Awareness.
    Crafty hugs,
    Dawn
    DesignsbyDragonfly {blogspot}

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  49. Mynn xxApril 4, 2015 at 2:25 PM

    Hi, Lee Ann! I LOVE this fabulous card! The blue flowers are beautiful, and your layering is fabulous! I have family members that have Asperger's so I know that there may be even more challenges with this. Higher functioning makes them seem even stranger to those who don't understand. Here's to you and your journey--you are wonderful! HUGS! :) Mynn xx

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  50. JanisApril 4, 2015 at 4:52 PM

    Beautiful card!! I have an Aspy daughter and am amazed at the awesome gifts she has as an Aspy. Hugs and prayers for you as you guide your son into the future. We are in this together, my friend!
    Thanks so much for participating in this important hop!
    <3 J

    jwoolbright at gmail dot com
    HerPeacefulGarden.blogspot.com

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  51. KarenladdApril 4, 2015 at 11:49 PM

    A beautiful card design and perfect sentiment. I am just overwhelmed by how many bloggers on this hop share an experience with Autism disorders. Thank you for inspiring me!

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  52. Jessi FoganApril 5, 2015 at 6:09 AM

    *fist bump* yay fellow mom! It's a crazy road but our kids really are amazing :) I love this card & perfect sentiment!

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  53. TracyM #6773April 5, 2015 at 6:59 AM

    BEAUTIFUL card Lee Ann!!!
    It is such a SWEET sentiment & PRETTY design, I can SEE the LOVE that went in to making it!!!
    THANK YOU for sharing your CREATIVE INSPIRATION and being part of this AMAZING event for a great cause :)

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  54. Helen F.April 5, 2015 at 9:03 AM

    Awesome card, Lee Ann. Love the sentiment :-)

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  55. Rubeena I.April 5, 2015 at 3:27 PM

    wow, beautiful card! thank you for participating ♥

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  56. Sue DApril 5, 2015 at 7:19 PM

    Wonderful card for your son. I like the embossed leaves.

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  57. r.winncreatesApril 5, 2015 at 7:46 PM

    Participating in this awesome hop! Your card is gorgeous!

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  58. Mary R.April 5, 2015 at 8:32 PM

    Great project. Thanks for Shining a Light on Autism:)

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  59. The Hardy StamperApril 5, 2015 at 9:09 PM

    A lovely card with pretty images and the perfect sentiment!

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  60. DeenaApril 5, 2015 at 9:37 PM

    What a fabulous card. So glad to participate in such a fun and talented way to raise awareness.

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  61. VanessaBApril 6, 2015 at 9:51 AM

    amazing!

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  62. Ashley NewellApril 6, 2015 at 11:47 AM

    This is beautiful! The sentiment is perfect! Thanks for taking the time to spread Autism Awareness!

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