Birthday card for my faithful friend, Violeta. We started out as co-workers, became close friends, and now she is family. Violeta has done much "mothering" to me and many others over the years. And Thursday this precious friend will turn 80. She began playing piano in her 50's, still sings in her church choir, and her life touches everyone, because she loves everyone well. And, she does sing and make music with all her soul!
When I saw this card made by Wendy in her Mom's RAK gallery, I knew it was the one to case for my friend Violeta. The Scripture is so perfect to reflect Violeta's life. Happiness flows from her! The keyboard is a Google image, printed on high gloss photo paper. The piano top was free handed, and is up on thick foam dimensionals to make it appear as if the keys are below.
Wendy, thank you for your inspiration, and thanks for looking!
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Registered: November 17, 2006 Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia Posts: 52798
Mon, Sep 23, 2013 @ 7:47 AM
oh my, Miss Patty Blooms... this is amazing and so beautiful... wonderful work of "heart"... Violeta is absolutely going to love this fabulous card....
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Mon, Sep 23, 2013 @ 7:51 AM
Pat, this is beautiful! I've seen piano cards before but none as lovely as this one. The keyboard is fabulous!! What a terrific idea to use the high gloss paper to print this out on (you clever gal). And I love how you raised the piano lid - I stand amazed ! (smiling). With a song in your heart you've created a treasure to give to someone else - a sweet offering. You're the best my friend.
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Mon, Sep 23, 2013 @ 8:46 AM
Oh WOW...WOW...WOW...what an awesome case of my DD, this is stunning....I love the keyboard.... you did an excellent job...I so love your cards...and learn so much from each one I see...you have so many STUNNING ideas...and its the little touches that really make a card stand out!!
Your friend will love this...no doubt!!
and YAHHH I got my sewing machine working now...so you will have to come and show me your fancy stitching you do on the cards!!
LYMI Hugs
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Registered: June 9, 2006 Location: Wauconda, IL Posts: 55667
Mon, Sep 23, 2013 @ 9:09 AM
Oh my goodness is this special!!! WAY over the top gorgeous!! What a treasure this will be for Violeta!! I know you make special cards for special people - one of a kinds. Just saying that even to view this as a picture would be a gift and special in its self. God bless you Pat!! :>)
Registered: January 29, 2009 Location: British Columbia Posts: 6675
Mon, Sep 23, 2013 @ 10:49 AM
You warm a heart with your sweet comments. Thank you for taking the time to warm my heart! : )
Wow, this is absolutely gorgeous and going to a well deserving friend by your words. How lucky we are to have friends like that! Happy Birthday to Violeta. She will surely treasure this card. TFS. : )
Registered: February 3, 2005 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 34769
Mon, Sep 23, 2013 @ 6:58 PM
Oh, Pat! This is so beautiful...and so touching! What a blessing to have Violeta in your life! And the verse is one of my favorites...and perfection with your piano...amazing!! You are such a blessing!
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Registered: January 21, 2007 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba Posts: 5463
Thu, Sep 26, 2013 @ 3:39 PM
Absolutely stunning!!! This piano you created is amazing. The music score on the top is wonderful. I adore the floral spray with the pearls and gems. Of course you know I love your signature stitching (wish I knew how to do that).