So Many Birthdays (& A Giveaway)

The week leading up to St. Patrick's Day was filled with birthdays.  I hadn't realized how many birthdays are celebrated among friends & family during that one week.  There was one practically everyday.  I keep telling myself I need to make a batch of birthday cards to have on hand.  I hate the last minute race to whip up a birthday card.  Maybe it is something I should tackle this weekend?  Maybe it is something we should all tackle? 

Hmmm...how about an impromptu challenge? 

• Create a birthday card(s) using stamps from Purple Onion Designs
• Post your card online (on a blog, online gallery, etc.)
• Then link your card in the comments section of today's blog post

You will then be entered into a drawing to receive a birthday themed stamp prize package!  I'll have the challenge run till next Sunday March 30th, since we are already halfway through this weekend.  I'll actually offer two prize packages.  The first will be a random winner and the second will be a favorite submission.  Please remember that this challenge needs to include stamps from Purple Onion Designs.

Here are a few birthday themed cards from the design team for some inspiration.

Helen Cryer

stamps used:  Shadow, Perch, Stacked Gifts & birthday wishes

 

Judith Gowdy

stamps used:  Summer, Mini Mini Sentiment Set & Party Hat

  Karin Akesdotter

stamps used:  Elm & Happy Birthday Cupcake

 

Jenn Biederman

stamps used:  Happy Birthday Noteblock, Freckles & Doodle Happy Birthday

 

Kay Miller

stamps used:  Doodle Frame Cupcake & Love Bugs

 

Kelly Booth

stamps used:  Candy Stripe Background (card front), Freckles & Party Hat

 

Therese Calvird

stamps used:  Wine Shop

  

Comments

[Holly Saveur]

Super great cards..love the first one so sweet!

[Mary Muller]

I fell in love with Purple Onion stamps when I happened on Kay Miller's blog. So far I've gotten quite a few of Stacey Yacula's designs, some noteblocks (love these!!) and some sentiments. They are unique designs; different than any other company out there. I think that is one of the reasons I am so drawn to them! Here is the link to a card I made for my daughter:
http://marytakesatimeout.blogspot.com/2014/03/happy-thoughts.html

[Di Ayers]

I have a very few stamps from Purple Onion, but they are delightful and I was very happy to get them out when this challenge prompted me.
I made two cards, here is my link...
http://inkyfingy.weebly.com/1/post/2014/03/you-are-my-sunshine.html

[Sherry Eckblad]

Love all the inspiration from the design team. I think Freckles is calling my name.

[Mary-Anne V.]

Here is my card...https://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/13357991364/

[Annette]

What a great excuse to get my new stamps inky!
Here's a linky to my card. Have a great week. Love the samples and the other entries so far.
Hugs
Annette
xx

[JanLee]

I love Purple Onion Design stamps and eagerly await new releases! Here is a link to my card:
http://sentimentsandthings.blogspot.com/2014/03/purple-onion-stamps-challenge.html

[Kelly]

fun challenge. need b-day cards for APril. here's mine: http://kellybertram.blogspot.com/2014/03/oh-happy-day.html

[LeAnne]

Love PO stamps! I think mine might be retired, but here's my card:
http://weeinklings.blogspot.com/2014/03/colourq234.html
Thanks for the great samples, too!

[Annette]

Just noticed that my linky didn't work in my comment above. (sorry!)
Here's my link again: http://nettyscards.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/cute-owl.html

Annette
xx

[Debra James]

Fabulous inspiration girls... Had some great fun with the birthday challenge that I just had to create 2 cards...
http://james-ee.blogspot.com.au/2014/03/birthday-celebrations.html

[Daniela]

I love your stamps!
Here is my card!
http://stempelschublade.blogspot.de/2014/03/purple-onion.html

Hughes Daniela

[Vera Yates]

I love Stacey Yakula's designs. Here's my card using her 3 cute critters: http://lingshappyplace.blogspot.com/2014/03/purple-onion-critters-love.html

[Mette]

Love your cute stamps and just wish they were easier to access in the UK.
Did manage to find a few and love them .... here is my card

http://danishstamper.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/shadow-on-perch.html

[LauraJane]

So happy to play with Stacey Yakula's stamps!
https://flic.kr/p/msUqMQ

I eagerly await her new releases:)

[Tammi]

Thanks for the inspiration, everything is so cute! My first POD card.
http://tropicaldreams-17.blogspot.com/2014/03/hello-friend.html

[Monica]

Love your stamps and I'm glad I can take part to this challenge!

Here's my card: http://lapaperagialla.blogspot.it/2014/03/a-birthday-challenge.html

Hope you like it!

[Kelly]

Had time to make another: http://kellybertram.blogspot.com/2014/03/sts16-birthday-card.html

[Patty]

https://flic.kr/p/mt9hgz

Hope this is the link to my card

[Sylvie/frlphoebe]

I´m very happy to be a part of this great challenge,thank you very much for the chance to win.My card is in 3D optic and it also can be taken as a picture,home dekoration.Here´s my link:http://frlphoebe.blogspot.com/2014/03/und-noch-eine.html
I always have fun creating cards with my loveley Purple Onion stamps,they are so cute and I love them.Now I pray and hope for a little bit luck,smile.
Big hugs Sylvie

[Sylvie/frlphoebe]

I have a question:
Is it allowed to post more than one card?
When it is allowed,will I have more than one chance to win,or only one card and the other will be delete?
Hugs Sylvie

[Miriam Prantner]

Love your images and had to play along! http://mprantner.blogspot.com/2014/03/happy-birthday-birdie.html

[Michele]

You can post as many cards as you like!

[Emily H]

I love your stamps!! Here is my card:
http://boatsandbuttons.blogspot.com/2014/03/purple-onion-designs-birthday.html

[Carola]

This is the first time that I participate in a Purple Onion Designs challenge and I'm happy to do so. I have some of the wonderful Stacey Yacula stamps; they are, however, only for winter/Christmas season. But I tried my best and managed to make a winterly birthday card which you find here:

http://carola-bastelblog.blogspot.ch/2014/03/winterliche-geburtstagskarte.html

Thanks for the chance to win - I would, of course, be more than happy to be the lucky one.

Have a nice day!
Carola