Saturday, July 13, 2013

CHRISTMAS IN JULY - Hoppin'!

We're celebratin' CHRISTMAS in JULY at The Bug Blog today!
And we're celebratin' with a HOP HOP HOP!

You should have arrived here from Tammy's blog.  
If you arrived here because you're lucky.....go out and buy a lottery ticket, and then go here to start the hop from the beginning.

So the photo inspiration for our Saturday challenge - A Tropical Santa - complete with foo-foo umbrella drink.
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So, come join our challenge and SHOW US YOUR SANTA!
And here's a little ditty I whipped up - 
Image - Bugaboo Stamps - Tropical Santa Drink
Papers - PTI Print & Cardstock
Coloring - Copics
Tools - Cuttlebug & Nesties
Extra STUFF - BLING, Miscellaneous Sentiment Stamp, PTI Ink, Dimensionals and PTI Ribbon

So, here's what to do.....LEAVE A COMMENT below (I'll pick one winner from those who leave a comment and you'll get the super cute Tropical Santa digi I used on this card).

THEN, Get to hoppin' - your next stop?
Amy Ely

For more details on the entire Christmas in July celebration, be sure to visit The Bug Blog for all details, challenges and prizes.

We're looking forward to all of you joining our Christmas in July celebration!!
BRING ON THE CHRISTMAS GIFTS!!

Hugs & Happy Days!


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49 comments:

  1. Cindy van OorschotJuly 13, 2013 at 7:38 AM

    Very cute Min. Love that paper, great Christmas card with out actual Christmas paper.
    Cindy

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  2. UnknownJuly 13, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    Hope Santa has on some sun screen! Those white legs are liable to get burned! Very cute!

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  3. UnknownJuly 13, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    Super cute Santa card! I love all the extra bling and the non Christmas colors! Awesome job. Makes me want to head out for my own tropical drink.

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  4. RoxannJuly 13, 2013 at 8:47 AM

    FAB Christmas in July card! I am loving these little Santa's!

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  5. Jennifer ScullJuly 13, 2013 at 9:00 AM

    I'd love to join Santa for a coconut drink with an umbrella! grins! your card is adorable! :)

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  6. JaniceJuly 13, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    Another fab Santa & a super Christmas card - love it! Jx

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  7. Becky GJuly 13, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    Love this, Min! Makes me want to hit the beach!

    Hugs,
    Becky G
    Bugaboo DT Member

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  8. misteejayJuly 13, 2013 at 12:17 PM

    Super Santa Min and I love the card.

    Toni xx

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  9. AngelaJuly 13, 2013 at 1:29 PM

    Adorable...love the look of all the blue dots surrounding your image!

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  10. NanaConnieJuly 13, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    Absolutely adorable, Min! Love your color combo and that's such fab paper. :-D

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  11. *Vicki*July 13, 2013 at 2:51 PM

    That image is just too stinkin' cute! Love the added sparkle! Thanks for sharing! :)

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  12. UnknownJuly 13, 2013 at 3:43 PM

    Great card hunni.

    Love that image and the paper you have used.

    Traceyxxx

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  13. SuzeJuly 13, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    I love the blue you have used around the digi - really makes that wonderful digi pop. Great image for making Christmas cards for those of us in New Zealand where we have Christmas in summer!

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  14. KatherineJuly 13, 2013 at 4:59 PM

    Your tropical Santa card is so sweet. What a fun image this would be to make holiday cards for all those relatives who live in warm places! I love the touch of bling you added to those flowers!

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  15. Michele IJuly 13, 2013 at 6:49 PM

    very cute love the pattern paper, thanks for sharing

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  16. Billie AJuly 13, 2013 at 8:30 PM

    Really cute card Min. I love the papers and fun sunning Santa. Love the blog hop and glad to be part of the team.. Hugs

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  17. Linda AndersonJuly 13, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    Oh Min, this sure is adorable!!! Love the image, of course, and your fabulous tropical papers. Merry Christmas...in July!!!

    Linda

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  18. Pink Room Therapy DesignsJuly 13, 2013 at 9:40 PM

    Hey Min! What a great card -- love the fun dp and image! HUGS!

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  19. MargoJuly 13, 2013 at 10:45 PM

    Adorable image, and I love all of the bling!

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  20. arlsmom aka LyndaJuly 13, 2013 at 10:53 PM

    Totally cute card!!!

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  21. ScrappyJuly 13, 2013 at 11:25 PM

    Fab card Min! Love the layout! MWAH!

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  22. Jamie M.July 13, 2013 at 11:45 PM

    Cute. Love the papers. I would love you to visit my blog if you get a chance. ♥ Jamie at CraftyGirl21

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  23. Melissa S.July 14, 2013 at 12:21 AM

    Great card Min. The DP is perfect. I know the hop will be a great success again this year because of all your hard work. Thanks.

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  24. mulberry stationJuly 14, 2013 at 2:15 AM

    What a fun sketch Min. I love the fun Santa you have used and your papers are really pretty. I am excited about the hop. It will be a fun week.
    Hugs, Nancy

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  25. Julie TempleJuly 14, 2013 at 2:51 AM

    Too cute! Love the papers you have used...I adore non-traditional colors for Christmas~ Thanks for all you do for us! I am so honored to be part of the Design Team for Bugaboo!
    Hugs~
    Julie

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  26. OlgaBJuly 14, 2013 at 7:29 AM

    Lovely card. Love the bling on the flowers.

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  27. StephanieJuly 14, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    Min, love how you did the blue background around santa. I could go for a tropical drink on a beach some where about now.

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  28. Virgo5July 14, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    Awesome, Santa looks happy!

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  29. MarianneJuly 14, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    What a lovely card; you really used the photo as your inspiration! Well done and I love this image!!
    xxx Marianne MW

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  30. MilnieJuly 14, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    Love your Santa Card!

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  31. Cheryl FirstJuly 14, 2013 at 1:52 PM

    This is great, Min! I love your flower DP and all the bling-bling! Too sweet!

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  32. Cathy (Merciechild)July 14, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    Love this image, I live in warm, beautiful, sunny Arizona and that is the kind of santa that comes to us LOL Thank you for sharing him with us . hugs, Cathy K

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  33. Jodie MackrellJuly 14, 2013 at 4:32 PM

    very sweet Min! love the layout

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  34. DebiJuly 14, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    Cute card. Love the flowers. Great job on the image. The blue surrounding Santa is fabulous.

    DebiB

    thatmightlookgoodonacard.blogspot.com

    visit anytime!

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  35. sgcJuly 14, 2013 at 9:35 PM

    Great card, Min! I LOVE aqua with red!!!

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  36. KT Fit KittyJuly 15, 2013 at 5:51 AM

    I love your Santa - it really fits with the inspiration photo! Thanks for the great blog hop! It's fun to get some inspiration - some days I really need it!

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  37. KathyJuly 15, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    This is super cute Min. Love the layout and the kraft, red and teal is a great color combo.

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  38. LeeannJuly 15, 2013 at 5:07 PM

    Puts a whole new meaning to "warm wishes", LOVE IT, Min! This card is adorable.

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  39. Tammy MillerJuly 15, 2013 at 10:51 PM

    Love this card Min, thanks for everything you do, I so appreciate your help and you being there for me always!

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  40. JackieJuly 16, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    Min this guy looks fabulous! I love the colors you used and how bright it is. This is just so much fun!

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  41. BunnyJuly 16, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Great image and card. Who knew Santa could put his toes in the sand.

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  42. Sunshine HoneyBeeJuly 17, 2013 at 7:23 AM

    Like the tropical Santa.
    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"

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  43. GailJuly 17, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    Wonderful Santa Card drinking his cool drink! thanks for sharing and for the Bugaboo Hop - Gail
    utb 01 @ att dot net no spaces

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  44. GailJuly 17, 2013 at 9:38 AM

    Very cute Santa card! thanks for the hop!

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  45. kReNJuly 17, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    I am just loving these humorous Santas. They are so cute. If you check out my blog entries you will see some whimsical wood Santas that we make for shops in NC.
    TFS your wonderful card. It is great!

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

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  46. Lisa LynnJuly 19, 2013 at 7:09 AM

    What a fun Santa - lovin' it.

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  47. AnonymousJuly 19, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    So love this one!! Great layout and I like the dotty sky! thanks for the inspiration!
    Lyn

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  48. deesdesignsJuly 19, 2013 at 9:55 PM

    My all-time favorite Christmas color combination - I'm loving Santa with his drink in hand!

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  49. Glenda AtkinsJuly 19, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    aaaaah what a sweet Santa, out in the sun and sipping something that I'm sure isn't milk:O)!
    hugs
    Glenda

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Thank you so much for taking the time to visit my little sliver of Paradise.
I love reading your comments!!!
Hugs & Happy Days! ~Min

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