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It's time to party!! 
My little ol' blog is celebrating Sketchy Thursday #52! That's one year of sketch challenges! Woo-hoo! I have to thank everyone that has participated with these sketches for it's continued success. It wasn't that long ago I almost threw the towel in on these babies.
But because of you faithful followers Sketchy Thursday lives on! 
THANK YOU GALS!! You are all truly the best!
I absolutely loved all of this week's submissions. We had several Halloween ones - Yay!!! 
But one in particular caught my eye. It was this adorable Cuppie card from Carrie. 
You guys have to check out Carrie's blog StamperMom23boys to see more fabulous cards from her. I just loved how she adapted the sketch and added some spider webs too! 
Carrie on being this week's featured Sketch Artist!
Today wouldn't be a celebration if we didn't have another sketch, right. Well here it is - NUMBER 52...... 
Celebrations aren't complete without giveaways too. And this one is going to be a whopper of a giveaway. I will be giving away a $52.00* shopping spree to one of the following: All That Scraps, A Muse, The Cat's Pajamas, Stamping Bella, Memory Box, My Favorite Things OR Taylored Expressions. (Please note all $$ needs to be used for only ONE vendor, can not be split up among them all. Sorry.)
Here's the catch.... we need to get a least 52 players to have a winner. That might be a bit of a stretch since we only average about 10 players a week. Soooooo can you guys spread the word? Tell everyone you know to play along! That surely is worth a $52.00 spending spree. AND to increase your chances of winning I am *not* going to put a limit on the number of cards you can post, just as long as they are different. AND if you have my Sketchy Thursday blinkie posted on your blog you will get double credit!
So get to it. I'll choose the most clever, creative, and cute creation from the submissions this week to be the next Sketch Artist. Your design will also be featured on my blog next week! You have until next Wed. 9/16 to play along. When uploading to SCS please use keyword ESS52 for the challenge. Have fun ladies and be sure to spread the word so we can get a least 52 players!!
Oh my! has it been a year of wonderful sketches already?? I remember when I first started..I think it was SKETCH #7 or #8? My goodness, SKETCH 52 here I come!! Another gorgeous SKETCH you came up with Tracy! And what a generous give-away you're having too. Wow oh wow!! Not to mention those vendors...niceee!!! Oh yeah, let's get this party started!! Right ladies, we can do it! Just 52 SKETCH PLAYERS?? I think it's possible. Let's get our cheerleader megaphones & spread the word!! I will definitely be back soon w/ my card.
Carrie, BIG CONGRATS on being the SKETCH ARTIST this week! Wooohoo!! Your card is fabulous!! Look at that spider web punch...just adorable!! You rocked it!! Hope you'll be back with the sketch 52. Yiippee!!
Have a gorgeous rest of the week and take care ya'll!! :o) Big hugs to you Tracy!
Posted by: Armie | September 10, 2009 at 11:13 AM
WHAT???? get out of here!!!! it's been a year??? and what a give-away Tracy!!! you are so very kind! thanks for a chance to win awesome prizes!wooohoooooooo!!!!
Congratulations to you CARRIE on being the sketch artist of the week. WOW!!! those spider web punch is super cool, I didn't even know there is such a thing and the ghost cuppie is adorable!
Have a good week everyone! okay, time to spread the word!!
Posted by: anthonette | September 10, 2009 at 01:32 PM
Tracy! Happy 52nd sketch to you! cannot believe how fast 52 sketches can go! i started with #1 and have done every single ones since...and it has been 52 fun filled, fantastic and fabulous sketches...your sketches are the BEST!!!!!!!!! i started a gallery because i wanted to partake in your sketch challenge:) se how inspiring you are??!! #52 does not dissapoint, loks awesome...will be back with a card. will definitely be spreading the word about the generous chance at your giveaway!
Carrie; love the little cuppie hallowe'en card...and that fab border punch! congrats on being sketch artist this week; your is was wonderful!!!!
Posted by: Tinla | September 10, 2009 at 04:33 PM
WOW Tracy!! Has it already been a year! That's fantastic!! You are so great for inspiring us every week with your fun sketch challenges. I just put a little shout out on my blog. I hope you reach your number this week. I'm sure you will with that generous offering!! Hugs girlfriend!!
A big congrats to Carrie! Your card is adorable!
Posted by: Nancy P. | September 11, 2009 at 08:17 AM
Congrats!! I haven't had a chance to play yet, but I definitely plan on it. I set up a post on my blog for tonight to spread the word for you...and I've got my badge already posted. :)
Thanks for all the sketches you provide! While I don't get to always participate I do love seeing what you come up with and enjoy reading your blog.
Posted by: Colleen | September 11, 2009 at 01:18 PM
Tracy!!!
Hello there my friend. I did it! I actually did it and I am early this time..yay me!! I made a card and you're going to be proud of me. ONE card for 3 challenges..woohooo!! This is my first card and I will be back and post more :o). You can definitely bet on that :o) I've been spreading the word via my megaphone :o) and hopefully, we'll get our *MAGIC* numbers!
Take care and have a wonderful weekend!! I'll see you again very soon...!! :o)
Posted by: Armie | September 11, 2009 at 09:45 PM
Wow, love this challenge. I posted mine to SCS along with a link to your blog....and added your little blinkie to my blog. Thanks for the chance to win and congrats!
Posted by: hobbywoman | September 12, 2009 at 06:20 PM
WOW - Carrie's card is fantastic!!
Posted by: Tammy | September 14, 2009 at 01:02 PM
Hi again Tracy!
Made my 2nd card for the challenge. Check it out and hope you like it. I decided to turn the sketch around to get another view! :o) Hope all is well with you and think positive! We have till Wed midnight to get to that *magic* #52. Yayyy!!
Ladies, let's keep playing!! It's fun isn't it?? :o)
Posted by: Armie | September 14, 2009 at 03:37 PM
Congrats Tracy! I always enjoy visiting your blog. This is only my second sketch submission, but I look forward to many more! Cheers!
Posted by: Victoria N. | September 14, 2009 at 08:53 PM
I don't know how my card for this weeks challenge got posted on last weeks sketch, twice! So sorry about that. Thanks for another fun sketch, Tracy. I have missed participating in your challenge lately.
Posted by: dawns | September 15, 2009 at 03:54 AM
oh man! I just saw this, gotta make something tonight ;)
Posted by: Martha | September 15, 2009 at 10:22 AM
I wasn't sure if I'd get a chance to blog my card, so I just uploaded it quickly to SCS and linked it there. I wanted to link it up here before I forgot and missed the deadline!
PS - I am thinking positive thoughts for your Kitty. ((HUGS))
Posted by: Colleen | September 15, 2009 at 01:45 PM
Hi Tracy! Congrats on one year of sketches!! I just found you, but I'll definitely be playing more in the future! Any chance you'd like to extend this for one more week? I know we can get to 52 entries - we're almost half way there already!
Posted by: Maureen W. | September 15, 2009 at 09:47 PM
Hi Tracy - my name is Sarah and I am new to the posting process. I posted 2x as my first one did not work out. Sorry about that (I'm not sure how to delete it). I have been following your blog for a while and love the sketches and your cards (you even got me interested in The Craft Lounge products :) ). I'm glad to hear that Bones is feeling better as that must be a relief for you! I plan to play again. Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Sarah C | September 16, 2009 at 01:40 PM
WOHHOOOOO, Carrie, really enjoyed your card! Great use of that punch! :)
Tracy,HUGE congrats on such a special milestone! :)
Posted by: Carol | September 16, 2009 at 10:28 PM
I finally got to participate in one of your challenges! THanks for the great sketch...hope a square card works too.
Posted by: Stacy W. | September 19, 2009 at 04:23 AM
Love the sketches on this site.
Got your blinky in my sidebar and hope you like the card I have made.
Hope to be back for more sketches soon :)
Posted by: RedCat | September 22, 2009 at 06:03 AM
I just found your blog and I love sketches and challenges, so I decided to give it a try.
Thanks for the chance to win and Congratulations for your 52 sketches!!
God bless
Giovana
Posted by: Giovana | September 22, 2009 at 02:13 PM
Hi Tracy...
Happy Sketchaversary!!! I will try to be a more consistent "sketcher" with the upcoming challenges. Thanks for hosting all of the fun! I have uploaded my card into splitcoast, but for some reason, it's not letting me view my card even though it's in my gallery. I'll keep on trying...
I will talk to you soon..take care..michele
Posted by: michele huey | September 23, 2009 at 06:13 PM
Hello Tracy!
Made my BONUS sketch..woohoo!! Hope you like it. Was aiming for 3 cards but LIFE caught up to me this week..bummer.. Even though, the BONUS sketch was lots of fun! I decided to also use it for Dawn's Chicka Challenge this week ~ FALL colors!! Yayy!!
Those FLOWER SOFT are super fun to play with. Gotta get me more of those :o)!! Take care friend and HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you tomorrow!! Don't forget to have some fun okay..!! :o)
Posted by: Armie | September 23, 2009 at 07:04 PM
Hi Tracy FUN FUN FUN sketch :) glad i got a chance to play! :)
Posted by: Carol | September 23, 2009 at 10:19 PM
Wanted to share a card made using this sketch - http://kreativekristie.blogspot.com/2009/10/happy-world-card-making-day.html
Great sketch as always!
Posted by: kristie | October 03, 2009 at 03:26 PM