F4A Challenge - The Little Things: to be inspired by the little things that make you smile.
I saw this challenge before leaving for an appointment, so I had it on my mind. After I arrived at my destination and got out of my car, I saw two things that made me smile right away. Without this challenge on my mind, I might have overlooked them. I saw a butterfly flutter by and I stopped to take notice, and then I admired some cute little yellow & orange flowers near the door to the building.
To make my card, I used two die-cut butterflies and watercolored small yellow & orange flowers in a jar to represent what made me smile today. Thanks for the challenge. It was fun. TFL
Date: Friday, October 4, 2019 GMT Views: 1085
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Registered: March 27, 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 67884
Fri, Oct 04, 2019 @ 6:04 PM
Beautiful card! You used my favorite color Marina Mist. The jar of flowers along with the butterflies go great together! Love the way you added the doily!
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Registered: May 23, 2009 Location: sunny california Posts: 9825
Fri, Oct 04, 2019 @ 6:05 PM
You captured the inspiration perfectly with this lovely card snd your write up. Once i made up my mind to practice "mindfulness" i have been amazed at all the wonderful things i now notice and enjoy.
You matched the dp perfectly with the flower vase and the butterflies. The addition of the lace is such a nice touch.
Registered: April 5, 2008 Location: Florida's Space Coast Posts: 24517
Fri, Oct 04, 2019 @ 6:10 PM
Lovely story, such a sweet reminder to do this simple thing of noticing no matter where we are. Such a sweet pattern for the gentle elements you have here.
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Registered: August 21, 2007 Location: Wayland MA Posts: 105101
Sat, Oct 05, 2019 @ 7:35 AM
So pretty with the things that you saw. I love the doily making a sort of table top!
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I love how you were inspired. I love seeing butterflies and flowers, too. They just seem to lighten the world a little. Your card is just perfect for this challenge with the tiny print and image.