Monday, January 17, 2011

Thankful ...

 
It's wonderful to have a day off.  I have so much planned - a visit to the bookstore (the new Somerset Life is out and I can't wait to get one), sewing a chair cushion with my daughter, and then of course there is the ever needed ... grocery shopping.  Ah well, I can't complain - I will be spending the day with my children and I wouldn't want it any other way!

Ros has given us a sketch challenge this week over at The City Crafter Challenge Blog.  At the risk of repeating myself (and I know I am) ... sweet and simple is the best kind of sketch.  Thanks Ros!  The Design Team has created some beautiful samples to share with you - they are so talented.




My project began with Very Vanilla cardstock layered with Designer Series Papers from the Springtime Vintage collection.  My goodness, I am using this a lot lately - I hope you're not growing tired of it!  Hand-dyed seam binding and some delicate lace added dimension and texture plus helped to soften the contrasting patterns.  I also added a touch of paint in a light shade of pink around the edges ... forgive me - I have to practice that technique.  (You are all so patient with me as I dabble in "this and that" along the way.)  My "tag" is a beautiful example of ephemera ... I've been collecting all that I can get my hands on.




The sweet creme flower and decorative pin compliment the strong color of the Rose Red button from Subtles Button Collection.  My sentiment is stamped in Rose Red Classic Ink and held in place by a button of the same color.




It was so nice of you to stop by!

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14 comments:

  1. This is just GORGEOUS, love the DP, love the seam binding ribbon, love the lace, love the beautiful vintage image, just about every bit of this card, just love it, thanks for sharing it with us at CCCB Joanne, always good to have you here!

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  2. Ahhh. For a moment I thought Spring was here looking at that nest of eggs. The seam binding turned out beautiful. I can see the different shades of green here and there. The lace and flower are beautifully accented on the gorgeous papers. And the painted edges make the card looked perfectly distressed. You did a beautiful job and I always look forward to what you are going to play with next.

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  3. A card full of sweetness.. one of my favorites! :) I love what you created Joanne!

    <3

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  4. Breathtaking!! I've said it before and I'll say it again ... I LOVE your creations .... thanks so much for playing along again at CCCB

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  5. I just love this.. Your style is so wonderful. I love popping in seeing your creations.. Thanks so much for playing along with us at CCCB!

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  6. BE-AU-TI-FUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    I love what you have created here! Dreamy!That seam binding is simply delish! And love the layers in the flower!

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  7. Oh soooooooo GORGEOUS! Thanks so much for playing along at CCCB!

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  8. Beautiful card Joanne! The Vintage image looks fab with that gorgeous bow!

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  9. You knocked me off my socks with this beauty. Joanne, don't underestimate your talents and skills; I love love love that touch of pink ink around the edges. you did a great job! And you know I am a huge fan of everything you make. And looking at this stunning bow and that amazing flower; my oh my... I think I see a winner :)
    Another fabulous card!
    Enjoy your day!

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  10. Absolutely beautiful Joanne! Looking at all the wonderful details....you just say ahhhh - Spring is near! Love the vintage image, pretty lace and shabby seam binding ribbon. All my favorites! :)

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  11. This is too gorgeous for words Joanne! YOurs is well deserved as well! Congratulations on you CCCB win! I always enjoy visiting your beautiful blog! Hugs to you and have a great week!

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  12. Oh, Joanne! This is beautiful! I just adore your work! Please do tell where you find all those yummy pins. Hey! I, also, wanted to say thank you for the sweet comment you left on my blog this week. You had me in tears. That doesn't happen very often. So, thank you for finding the time to share your heart. It means a lot to me.

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  13. Congratulations, Joanne on your win at cccb. You do such beautiful work.

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  14. Congratulations, Joanne!!!!! Thiis card is breathtaking!!!! I love,love,love the papers you chose and your beautiful ribbons!!! Gorgeous!!!!

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