How can I mess up a card? Let me count the ways. Or not -- that might just depress me! LOL! It was just one of those days. But, in the end, happy with the end result.
After stamping my collage onto the cardstock, went back and sponged a little soft apricot in the center of the sun and some butter bar radiating out from the center. Covered the leaves with clear Wink of Stella for some shimmer.
Used Copics (B11, B13, B1 to add some color depth to my butterfly, then covered inside the dots with clear Wink of Stella. Added some sequins and gemstones and popped him up on my card base. Used a Copic multi-liner to add his antennae.
This card will go to a friend's mom (and my Mom's friend). She had to move to a nursing home last week due to a dementia diagnosis. She still has enough lucid moments that this was a difficult move for her. Hopefully this card will brighten her day a bit.
Registered: March 31, 2008 Location: Eastlake, OH Posts: 22598
Sun, Sep 28, 2014 @ 6:05 PM
Debbie, this is gorgeous! I just got this set too and it's just staring at me unused! Not only is this beautifully designed but what a wonderful sentiment you chose for it!
Registered: January 20, 2011 Location: Beautiful British Columbia Posts: 7619
Sun, Sep 28, 2014 @ 8:09 PM
Beautiful card Debbie and the sentiment is perfect for your friend's mom. It's a hard thing to have this happen, and I'm sure she will appreciate your kindness.
Registered: February 6, 2012 Location: Maryland Posts: 203
Wed, Oct 01, 2014 @ 2:05 PM
Would love to see what your shower curtain looks like that inspired this gorgeous card! Your Mom's friend is sure to enjoy this. Thanks for joining us at Shopping Our Stash!
Registered: February 3, 2005 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 34769
Tue, Oct 07, 2014 @ 4:48 PM
Oh, Debbie, this is beautiful! It's funny how "mistakes" turn into great opportunities, because this is perfect! I love how you've given richness to your sun and the beautiful butterfly! So clean and crisp!! So sorry to hear about your mom's friend! Hugs, sweet friend!
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