Hello, crafty friends. Yesterday, my husband and I attended a funeral for one of our church members who passed away after sustaining injuries from hitting a deer while driving his motorcycle. He was only 53 years old. We have known him and his family for a very long time and yesterday's service was difficult. Of course I brought a handmade sympathy card for the family, but after seeing the grief their daughter was in, I decided I needed to make another card to send to her specifically.
I wasn't feeling very creative- but today I actually had time to stamp- so darn it- I was bound and determined to create something! I went to the first challenge I saw- Just Add Ink and decided I would start there. Here's their challenge:
Next, I opened my annual catalog and started flipping through the pages starting on page 1. I found the Graceful Garden on page 23 and that is how this card and its colors came about. :) That's why I love challenges! They basically guide you in a direction which I find helpful if you are in a creative slump.
I embossed the Rose with Silver Embossing powder and colored it with my Bermuda Bay and Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends. I added the background image using Mint Macaron ink that was first stamped off onto scratch paper. I then sponged Crumb Cake ink around the edges of my Whisper White layer followed by Crumb Cake splatter marks. Lastly, I stamped my sentiment using Soft Suede ink. To finish off the card, I added Linen Thread and Silver Metallic Pearls. Notice how I used the Subtle TEIF again?? I can't stop using it! It's such a fabulous embossing folder.
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Beautiful card with that color combo. Love it.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I am happy with how it turned out. Sending hugs your way JoAnn.
DeleteBeautiful heartfelt card, I really love the subtle background shapes, I can tell this card is made with love. Chantell Just Add Ink
ReplyDeleteThanks for the fun color challenge to play along with Chantell! :)
DeleteSuch a gorgeous card, Annette! Your shading of this lovely bloom is so beautiful and I’m sure it will be bring comfort to your friend. Thanks for sharing with us at Just Add Ink this week.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jan. Heartfelt cards are the best, right?
DeleteThis is beautiful Annette! You have put a lot of thought and love into this and it shows. I love the depth you created with the subtle stamping and sponging and how it halos your lovely rose. Thanks for joining us at Just Add Ink this week.
ReplyDeleteOh wow! This card is just beautiful and one after my own heart! I love the shading you've added. Your card is like a work of art. Thanks for joining us at Just Add Ink this week!
ReplyDeleteWow, Annette, you clearly made this with a lot of love. I would not have thought to use the challenge colours for a sympathy card but you've really made them work so well. I hope your beautiful card brings some comfort.
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