We were meant to radiate the perfume of good cheer and happiness as much as a peony was made to radiate it's sweetness to every passerby. I don't know who said this, but it's a motto I try every day to live by.
Thanks Mrs Barber for the beautiful color challenge. I, of course, took a bit of artistic license on the Blackberry Bliss. I should have bought a pack of the in colors at my last opportunity.
I've been saving this beautiful pot of peonies for several months now. My dear arty neighbor leaves little bits on my porch that she thinks I might like. Oh, blissful peonies. Thanks, Kristi!
So my card is a college of gentle elements. The right side dry embossed with Tim Holtz Sizzix ep. I added Washi tape to the left side before I glued the photo onto the card. Added a bit of torn Tim Holtz Paper tape to soften the tape that isn't quite Blackberry Bliss. And the the beautiful sentiment was inked onto acetate packaging, made into a tag with Tim's Tag's and Labels's die cut. A tiny snippet of blackberryish ribbon and here we are.
Thanks so much for stopping by...I would enjoy your comments and hearing what is YOUR favorite flower. Oh the heavenly fragrance of peonies...
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Registered: December 15, 2011 Location: Abilene TX Posts: 11275
Tue, Mar 22, 2016 @ 11:29 AM
Susan, this is just gorgeous! I love the sentiment, and the acetate tag. It looks wonderful with the photo. What a wonderful collection of textures on this beautifully designed card!
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Registered: May 15, 2005 Location: Arlington, Washington Posts: 30400
Tue, Mar 22, 2016 @ 2:22 PM
A work of art Susan! I love peonies too! Love your design and the softness of the cut out border.
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Registered: June 9, 2006 Location: Wauconda, IL Posts: 55665
Tue, Mar 22, 2016 @ 3:39 PM
Your card is beautiful Susan. I love the peonies on the left hand side and the pretty embossing on the right. A great use of the colors. I really do love all flowers, but peonies do hold a special place in my heart. I first fell in love with them at my grandmother's house as a child. They have such a vintage feel to them.
Registered: November 18, 2010 Location: Ohio Posts: 1517
Tue, Mar 22, 2016 @ 5:14 PM
Gorgeous peony picture!! My favorite flowers are daisies, but they don't have a sweet scent, so My favorite 'scented' flower would be the lilac and hyiacin.
Registered: March 31, 2008 Location: Eastlake, OH Posts: 22598
Tue, Mar 22, 2016 @ 5:31 PM
This one is over-the top gorgeous! You combined your elements in such an artistic and eye appealing way and the embossing compliments it so beautifully!.