Sharon Johnson's challenge today was to make a flat card--not totally, one-layer flat, but something that would only require one stamp. I tend to make my cards like that anyway--frugal, I guess! I also wanted to participate in Denise's bird challenge, so I played around & came up with this kraft & white Christmas card:
There is no glitter or bling on this card, it's kind of homey, simple & warm, although there is embossing! I do feel like it is missing an element or something--feel free to critique and give me some feedback. Thanks for looking!!
- Stamps: Best Wishes & More, Perfect Presentation, Snowflake Spot (both retired SU)
- Paper: Kraft, WW, Kraft Patterns (Hostess Pack)
- Ink: Craft White
- Acc: White EP, Grosgrain, Linen Thread, Nesties, Needle
Very peacefull card, harmony and soft colours. I like this a lot.Many great cardmakers here on net, I have so much to learn...*sigh*
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh!!! This is jaw-dropping stunning!!! I LOVE it!!! And I'm glad to see your use of Kraft. I just recently got my FIRST purchase of Kraft paper, EVER -- LOL!!! Yes, I'm slow on a lot of things -- LOL!!! Now, to use it --
ReplyDeleteOMG, LeAnne! This is absolutely gorgeous!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is just beautiful! Love the white on kraft and the popped up bird is the perfect finish!
ReplyDeleteOooohhhhh! I love this card! Absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI actually LOVE it and would leave it as is :-) I love cards bases made with Kraft. Great job!
ReplyDeleteOh so lovely LeAnne! It is perfect and needs nothing more. I think your little birdie is the x-tra touch and you've already thought of that! :) Do you mind if I CASE this one? I love it!
ReplyDeleteLeAnne! I just LOVE the kraft and white combo. So pretty!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Simply beautiful!
ReplyDeleteJust perfect. I wouldn't do a thing!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. Very simple, homey, and beautiful!
ReplyDeletei think this is stunning!!!!! it's not missing a thing. i love the simplicity and the embossing!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteOh, my gosh! LOVE this, LeAnne! Truly, truly beautiful! Soft and elegant in a natural sort of way. All your stamping is just wonderful. I love your style!
ReplyDeleteThis card is stunning! I love the look of white ink on Kraft paper.
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful in it's simplicity...love it ..ty for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLeAnne, this is beautiful just as it is!! I love the simplicity and the stamps you chose. To add a little bling, you could use Dazzling Diamonds on the snowflake?! I think it's great just how it is, though!
ReplyDeleteI love this! What a beautiful design and use of these two colors.
ReplyDeleteWow, this is beautiful! Love the clean design and all the embossing. Fabulous holiday card! Thanks for playing along with our challenge. :)
ReplyDeleteVery pretty. I doubt I could do a fantastic job like you.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card, LeAnne! The striking colors - simple but striking - make this one a classic. You're so good!!!! TFS!
ReplyDeleteKim
I notice that your readers are too kind to jump in with a suggestion, but I'm not. lol
ReplyDeleteIt appears that you may be lacking a focal point due to the fact that there IS so much of the card color showing and the upper right seems a bit off balanced.
Perhaps if you first stamped the snowflake as a darker tan/brown shadow, then stamped above it with the white, then embossed it, it might throw the balance a little more towards the top.
There could also, possibly, be a bit taken off the top of the card because the bottom looks about 1/4" under the tag, yet the area above the dove looks to be more 1/2".
sorry honey. you ask. I answer and walk all over you!!!!!
I think it's gorgeous!!!! Love the embossing on the kraft, I have to try that out! Thanks for playing!
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