Passage of time--CHECK: my sentiment reads "May the simple joys of life fill this special day and be yours THROUGHOUT THE COMING YEAR." I figure that indicates a passage of time reasonably well.
LLPC045 sketch--CHECK: for once I didn't make a literal translation of the sketch. Wow! I can't believe I actually made the leap . . .
Alphabet--CHECK: I used these chipboard alphabet stickers I found on clearance in the Target Dollar Spot after Valentine's Day. I'm thrilled to be using them! Had to expand the card size to 5" x 7" to accommodate these large-ish letters.
Sun--CHECK: this is an old TAC (The Angel Company) sun image.
Encouraging sentiment--CHECK: well, I hope you'll agree that this is a "check" on the list. I stretched it a bit. I figure this card is *encouraging* its recipient to "enjoy" his or her special day
I've seen a lot of great brayer work in the galleries in the past week (especially those made by Harriet, aka hskelly) and was inspired to pull my brayer out after years of inactivity. Oh, this was fun!! I had to do some improvising with my results, but I'm so pleased with how everything turned out. I colored my main panel with the brayer and sponging, as well as the card base.
I think this will make a super special occasion card for either a female or male. Into my stash it goes
Thanks for stopping by to take a peek!
Emily
PUNCHEZ tally: 3, including my oval templates
Date: Thursday, April 15, 2010 GMT Views: 468
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Paper: SU card stocks: whisper white, so saffron, pumpkin pie, tangerine tango
Ink: Palette burnt umber, Palette l'amore red; SU inks: so saffron, pumpkin pie, tangerine tango
Accessories: SU scallop trim border punch, SU 1" circle punch, CM oval cutters, alphabet chipboard stickers (Target Dollar Spot), dimensionals, metallic red brads
Registered: April 3, 2007 Location: In a state of oblivion.... Posts: 14120
Thu, Apr 15, 2010 @ 3:11 PM
Good work Emzi!!! Great job on all those challenges. Very cheery card!!! Now, once you get finished packing, take the advice of those big chipboard stickers on your card and go "enjoy" your trip. Have a ball. Airports aren't that bad. Seeing family makes it all worthwhile.
------------------------------ Heather ...... My Gallery You cannot do a kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late." Ralph Waldo Emerson Founding Member of the Punchkateerz - "You don't have to be crazy to be one of us, but it sure helps."
Registered: December 19, 2006 Location: North Carolina Posts: 15571
Thu, Apr 15, 2010 @ 3:59 PM
This card is warm like the sunshine and so bright and cheery! Fabulous job on incorporating all those challenges Emily!! You go girl!! Wonderful card as always. TFS!!
Registered: March 5, 2007 Location: Coatesville, Pennsylvania Posts: 44920
Thu, Apr 15, 2010 @ 5:43 PM
Emzi, this is delightful! Lovely brayering too! Let'z zee....3 punchez........+ uzing the zame one I did, that would be about 15 lbs!!!! Way to go!!!!!!
------------------------------ Lesley Proud Fan Club and RAK Member He is the GOD of the Impossible!!!! Kookzi the Rookzie Punchkateer It is by the grace of God that we take our next breath.
Registered: December 2, 2009 Location: Chesapeake, Virginia (minutes from Virginia Beach) Posts: 4522
Thu, Apr 15, 2010 @ 8:32 PM
Sharp card, Emily, it "shouted" in the gallery...love your use of colors...very cool!! You continue to amaze me with your creativity and resourcefulness...your purchase of your letters...you go, girl!! I think besides counting punches, you need to start counting challenges...you are in the running for Queen of Challenges...AMAZING, AGAIN!!! Great card for guy or gal!!
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Registered: March 11, 2008 Location: Sacramento, California Posts: 39766
Thu, Apr 15, 2010 @ 9:02 PM
Wow, you still have the brayering technique down. This is so pretty. Love the bright colors. Awesome card. Well done. TFS :0)
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