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A Cute Kleenex

Posted on June 10, 2011 by artisticavenger

WordPress is giving me a little grief on spacing this morning, so sorry!

It’s Friday Mashup Time again! As I have two design teams that have Friday postings, I’ve put them up separately, sorry for any confusion!

This week, here is your challenge, should you choose to accept it:

  1. Create a project with soft texture…fabric, felt, even cotton balls (ribbon doesn’t count).
  2. Create a get well project.
  3. Or “Mash It Up!” and create a get well project using a soft texture!
Once I saw this challenge I knew exactly what I wanted to do. I love when that happens. You see, it’s allergy season in our house (for my hubby only thankfully) so we use a LOT of Kleenex. I mean a lot!  I decided to use some of the retired Springtime Vintage designer paper on this card for the stripes because lots of Kleenex boxes are striped. For the base I used Pear Pizzazz and the layer is Not Quite Navy.  For the actual box itself, I used some Paisley Petals designer paper from the upcoming 2011-2012 Idea Book and Catalogue. It is just lovely. And here is a close up:
Making the box is very easy. I took a 3″ by 2 1/4″ piece of designer paper and scored in 1/4″ and 1/2″ on all sides. I then cut out a couple of corners and voila. Yes, this is an open backed box which you’ll find if you make it. And that’s okay because it is just adhered to the card. I punched a large oval into the box and then layered a scalloped oval outline overtop. Added my Kleenex inside and voila! For a little extra detail I added a small tissue to the outside with a matching button (or booger as my son said).
Lastly, I added a sentiment from Fun and Fast Notes and that was it! So head on over to The Friday Mashup and show us your stuff!

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37 Responses

  1. Kim P, on June 10, 2011 at 7:09 am said:

    WOW!! When I decided to focus on get well cards, I wasn’t thinking kleenex…but oh my gosh! How perfect and how fun! You nailed this one! And I absolutely love the mix of patterns you chose..lovely. Your son’s comment about the *booger* is hysterical! So blessed to have you as a GD!

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  2. Cindy Major, on June 10, 2011 at 7:13 am said:

    Oh my gosh, that is a brilliant idea!! And so cute!!! Love how you used the oval punches to create the box opening.
    Clever girl…

    Cindy

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  3. Linda Willman, on June 10, 2011 at 7:58 am said:

    This is just a fabulous card and idea!!! You are so clever. Thanks for sharing this oh-so-cute card!

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  4. Desirée Spenst, on June 10, 2011 at 8:04 am said:

    So cute!!! Love your creativity!!! :)

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  5. Marisa, on June 10, 2011 at 8:24 am said:

    Beyond cute! Love it :)

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  6. Becca, on June 10, 2011 at 8:43 am said:

    This is the most awesome thing I have seen all day! Thanks for the great idea!

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  7. Annie, on June 10, 2011 at 10:14 am said:

    Oh my goodness… this is a totally awesome creation! And I mean, creation… it’s not just a card, it’s everything about it. How the heck did this pop into your head to do? I MUST CASE this!!!!

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  8. Linda Callahan, on June 10, 2011 at 3:27 pm said:

    ———————————————————— See all of those blanks??? That’s me speechless……………………………………..unbelievably creative!

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  9. Kathy, on June 10, 2011 at 3:46 pm said:

    Nothing short of creative GENIUS! i ADORE your card. Will have to try to case, but certain it will not look even close to your beautiful card. So excited to have you as our Guest Designer – you bring so much to the Friday Mashup!!

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  10. Janice Rosenthal Rock, on June 10, 2011 at 8:48 pm said:

    Carrie – I just “found you” a couple of days ago . . .this is SO DARN CUTE!!! es, am sure I’ll be case’ing . . . thanks for sharing!! You are definitely a creative thinker, girl!!

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  11. Marnie Miller, on June 10, 2011 at 10:08 pm said:

    You up the ante every darn time!! I love O’s comment about boogers – such a boy! I am so lucky to be in your downline, and while it appears I’m sucking up, I’m being completely truthful too!

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  12. FIona Harrison, on June 11, 2011 at 3:31 am said:

    That is the cutest idea.

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  13. Holly, on June 11, 2011 at 6:54 am said:

    Love this, Clever idea for a tissue box it came out perfect! Booger.. Ha that’s funny, the things kids come up with. I love all the Colors you used as well they go great together… Your a Rockin’ Guest Designer for us at the Friday Mashup!

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  14. Sandra ltb, on June 11, 2011 at 7:48 am said:

    this is so neat – love it!
    Sandra ltb

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  15. Mary Mac, on June 11, 2011 at 8:26 am said:

    What a fabulous idea and a beautiful card. Funny, my mind doesn’t work like yours, I think I’ve been robbed or else a vital part got lost in transit!!

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  16. BeverlyHBL, on June 11, 2011 at 8:45 am said:

    This is just so clever. I love it! The designer paper is perfect for this. Thanks.

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  17. Becky Jo, on June 11, 2011 at 9:17 am said:

    Wow, what a cute card! Thanks so much for sharing your idea! Hugs!!

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  18. lizard, on June 11, 2011 at 9:52 am said:

    Love this card….just amazing technique!!!!

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  19. Sandi, on June 11, 2011 at 10:33 am said:

    This is absolutely adorable! Love the project and will definitely be casing it!

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  20. Pat Jandacek, on June 11, 2011 at 10:37 am said:

    I enjoyed all the comments and agree with all of them. Couldn’t express my response any better. Great, creative idea and your son has an imaginative streak, too!

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  21. 3dotsforme, on June 11, 2011 at 11:35 am said:

    Carrie, stop! I can’t keep up with your brilliance! Love everything you do.

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  22. Lorraine, on June 11, 2011 at 2:08 pm said:

    This is going to be perfect for a co-worker who is leaving. And it’ll say Sorry to See you Go. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  23. Deb B (Debadoo), on June 11, 2011 at 5:06 pm said:

    Way too clever! Love this. What a great get well card.

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  24. Janet, on June 11, 2011 at 5:48 pm said:

    OMG – LOVE this card! Your creations never cease to amaze me! Thank you so much for sharing. I continue to ‘stalk’ your blog daily!

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  25. Cheryl McAskill, on June 11, 2011 at 5:56 pm said:

    I have just signed up to receive your blog posts and WOW this is more than I expected…I am smitten at your card idea. This is going to be a pleasure to hop to when I get my e-mails!!

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  26. LisaJ, on June 11, 2011 at 11:41 pm said:

    Wow, what a stunning creation! You took this challenge and just ran away with it! I also love the ‘booger’ comment, that is great! So glad you are able to join us at The Friday Mashup!

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  27. Marian Garcia, on June 12, 2011 at 8:41 am said:

    Adorable! you did it again. xo, Marian

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  28. Elsona, on June 12, 2011 at 5:53 pm said:

    This is surely one of the best cards I have seen in a long time. Not to mention the comments. :-) I hope you don’t mind if I case it. It is surely going to be a winner no matter who you give it to. Elsona

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  29. Kasey, on June 12, 2011 at 11:56 pm said:

    Awesome Friday Mashup inspiration card, it’s fantastic having you as our guest designer Carrie.

    Cheers,
    Kasey ~ in Oz

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  30. Lesley Croghan, on June 13, 2011 at 7:40 am said:

    I just love how you think outside of the…box…!!! This is very cool! So happy you are designing with us this month!!!
    Hugs.
    Lesley

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  31. Nance Leedy (Canopy Crafts), on June 14, 2011 at 6:36 pm said:

    I don’t know what to say that hasn’t already been said!! With each post your creativity astounds and amazes me. This tissue box is so whimsical, fun and scathingly brilliant!!! Genius, my friend, pure genius. ((hugs))

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  32. Allison B, on June 15, 2011 at 1:43 pm said:

    What an awesome idea! That is so clever and fun! Love it!

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  33. Sandra Farrell, on June 23, 2011 at 12:05 am said:

    Wow – your creativity never ceases to amaze me. Great card.

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  34. Handmade Get Well Card: Tissue Box | Scraplifters, on September 13, 2011 at 8:40 am said:

    [...] SCRAPLIFTER SOURCE: Get Well Tissue Box Card from Artistic Avenger [...]

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  35. Claire, on January 16, 2012 at 5:26 am said:

    I just came accross your blog yesterday and love it. I scraplifted your Kleenex Card and will post it on January 20th on my blog with a link back to your blog. Hope you don’t mind if you do send me a note. and I will remove it. Thanks and will be back here… love it!

    Hugs
    Claire

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  36. Rene, on February 22, 2012 at 10:54 am said:

    I absolutely love this…you are so talented!

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  37. Nadine, on February 25, 2012 at 11:00 am said:

    WOW! I have loved this idea, and I’m excited to use it for gifts to some sick friends. Thanks so much for sharing your creativity!

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