Happy Wednesday, peeps! I have a card for two challenges today; the sketch from Technostamper:
and the Retro Rubber twine or ribbon challenge:
If you’re like me, you make cards and then they don’t get mailed out, or they’re not for the right occasions or whatever! I am committed to sending out more cards, especially to my TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) friends on their weight loss journey. We all need an encouraging note to keep us motivated! So that’s what this card will be for!
I found these gorgeous papers in my stash from a tablet called Stella Rose by MME, and I thought it would be pretty for the sketch. Since the Retro Rubber wants older stampers, I pulled out SU’s Friends 24-7 from several years ago and stamped the bird and butterflies in SU’s new In Color, Delightful Dijon:
I mounted the papers on some textured cardstock from a very old paper stack; added some Soft Suede and Gold baker’s twine; some sequins; and a couple of organdy roses:
The sentiment banner is from SU’s And Many More, stamped in Soft Suede. And I wasn’t sure about the Delightful Dijon color, but it’s growing on me…it’s a nice, warm shade and I think I’ll like it for fall! Thanks for visiting today!
Cassidy asked her mommy to take a selfie of them both! Cute!
Wow!! So gorgeous!! That is a pretty color! I think the watermelon and mint are awesome too! :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful paper, LeAnne! I'm hoping these new colors will grow on me. This reminds me of More Mustard which was a favorite of mine, especially in the Fall. It's a perfect match for the paper you had! Love the bird, butterfly and sweet flowers!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Bonnie....I am hoping the rest of the colors will grow on me too. Just can't "love" that Cucumber yet, though!
DeleteOh wow - what a gorgeous card. I love all the extra elements you added. Beautiful job.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Darlene!!
DeleteThis card is absolutely beautiful LeAnne and ANY one of your friends would be thrilled to receive it! The older Cassidy gets, the more she looks like her mommy!! What a sweet photo of your pretty girls!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice idea to send notes of encouragement to your friends. I'm sure they will appreciate the support as they go on their weight loss journey. And what a fantastic card this is. I love the monochromatic colors. It's vintage and yet the sequins give it a little modern flair too!
ReplyDeleteloving this card!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty!! I am very much like you, LeAnne! I have boxes of cards around here. My husband keeps wondering why I make more. lol I love this new color! It reminds me of More Mustard but is more elegant somehow. Your cards are always beautiful and this one is no exception! Details are perfectly done. Thank you for playing along with Retro Rubber this week and hope you will play again soon!
ReplyDeleteLovely combo with the challenges, stamps, and paper choices. The twine and sequins add just the right touch. Thanks for joining us at RRBC!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful card. Love that you use retired elements: not all of us can afford to ignore what we already have.
ReplyDeleteAh, it's been too long since I've been by to see sweet Cassidy! Look what a little lady she is turning into!! Your card is divine, LeAnne! I love that you let the pretty paper be the star of the show! (I swear, I could make a card a day for the next twenty years and not run out of paper to showcase in cards!!) It's a beautiful design in every way!! Thank you for playing at RRBC! Enjoy your day!! Hugs, Darnell
ReplyDeleteHi LeAnne! That paper is scrumptious! And then you paired it up with the new Dijon (which I call delicious Dijon and like way more than I thought I would!) And then you combined these challenges perfectly! Am I surprised? Absolutely not! Fantastic job!! Thanks for playing along with Retro Rubber!
ReplyDeleteI always look forward to seeing your entry, LeAnne. This one is stunning. Lots of gorgeous textures and details. Will have to CASE this... thanks so much for sharing with Retro Rubber.
ReplyDeleteBrilliantly done as always. Love this card, the colors the details, just stunning. Thanks so much for playing along with my sketch challenge!
ReplyDeleteLovely card LeAnne, I think the delightful dijon is stunning on this card.
ReplyDeleteI love your card, the colours are gorgeous, as is that wonderful piece of twine. But even better is the photo of your Daughter and Granddaughter, what a gorgeous pair they are! Thanks for playing along with us this week at Retro Rubber. Cx DT
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card! I have so many older stamps that really need some loving and this bird is one of them. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely card! Thanks so much for doing the challenge!
ReplyDeleteLeAnne how did I miss this?! This is absolutely gorgeous! Oh my I love everything about it: the bird stamp, your layout, the rich color and beautiful patterned paper. Love, love, love! Congrats on your win at Retro Rubber!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sandy! I loved this one, too....need to haul out those older stamps more often!
DeleteI'm back to congratulate you on the recognition from Retro Rubber for your delightful card, LeAnne!! Hugs, Darnell
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