Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Thank You

After not having a good crafting day yesterday I went back upstairs and tried again, no challenges, just creating because I wanted to, and I have to say, that I feel much happier now because I actually like what I made, it's simple, just the way I seem to like things the older I get.

Some nice paper from Basic Grey and a nice stamp from Hero Arts.

Paper: cardstock (PTI); Neenah; patterned paper ("Out of Print" - Basic Grey)
Ink: Memento; Copics
Stamps: HA (Butterflies and Print CG328; Sentiment - CL286 )
Other: PTI large scallop die; brad (Recollections); flax (CTMH); sewing

The flower was stamped twice and layered for dimension, with a black brad in the centre.  I decided to add some flax in a bow behind the flower (I have seem quite a few people do that and I really like the look).  A bit of sewing, some scallops and a large sentiment completed the card.

I hope you like it.  And thank you for all your lovely comments, they are precious!

12 comments:

Virginia L. said...

Isn't it great to craft just for the fun of it? I love love love this card from BG and stamps! Your stitching is fabulous! Keep them coming, Brenda!

CinnamonSally said...

This is so pretty Brenda, love your flower!!

Lisa said...

I dunno, B- Looks like Mucinex = Mojo to me :) LOL This is really super! Can't tell you how much I love these papers and how the flower turned ut. I need to see IRL!! Nicely done :)

Rosemary said...

yes.. crafting just for yourself is so very nice. your card is lovely, brenda!

Stella said...

Girl there is your mojo again. Your car dis GORGEOUS! ( as usual!)

Irene Talaasen said...

Brenda, I love that flower too!! and the flax bow! Thanks for sharing and being honest; that some craft days aren't always the best but.......then there is the next day! :)
Irene

Dawn T said...

The idea of stamping for fun really gets you going Brenda... no being restricted by challenge criteria. This is just so you... soft and pretty.

Jacqueline said...

Love the flow of the flower - pretty card Brenda!

Elizabeth Allan said...

The best cards are the ones made from the heart. I know exactly what you mean Brenda....

Laurie said...

Brenda that flower is so pretty! I love this card!

susanne said...

I love the texture of your beautiful flower and the sewing is such a pretty detail here. So lovely Brenda!

Michelle said...

Followed you from Flickr to your blog:-) Never been here before... Love your card, the flower is just precious!