Happy Wednesday! Even as I type that, I can hardly believe that it truly is Wednesday! Wow! Anyway...I have so much stamping to get done (it's such a hard life, I know...hehehee), but I've been suffering from "stamper's block". One thing I like to do when that happens...is check out the daily challenge at Splitcoast! Today, it's exactly what I needed! Not only did I finish this card for the Sketch Challenge, but I was able to finish two more (I'll show those to you later)! Woohoo!
I received this beautiful new Backgrounder from Cornish Heritage Farms the other day, and I was anxious to ink it up! As I was looking at it closer, I realized that it reminded me of the One of a Kind set (that was also waiting to see ink for the first time LOL!)
The small flowers were punched out using the Boho Blossoms punch. For the large flower, I first embossed it on Shimmery White c.s. using Chocolate Chip craft ink and Clear e.p. I very lightly colored it in using a watercolor brush and some Pretty in Pink ink (from the top of my Classic pad lid). I then cut it out and mounted it on Stampin' Dimensionals. The rest is pretty self explanatory. I did add sponging on most of the layers (to both warm it up a little and add depth).
My DH had to go to town today, so he offered to take the kiddos to all of their appointments and piano lessons! Woohoo!!! It is snowing and blowing outside, and I am more than happy to stay inside with my cup of freshly brewed coffee and stamp! :-) I hope you all enjoy your day! ~Laurie
Recipe Stamps: One of a Kind, Canvas, Pretty Pattern (Cornish Heritage Farms) Paper: Shimmery White c.s., Pretty in Pink, Close to Cocoa, Chocolate Chip Ink: Pretty in Pink, Close to Cocoa, Chocolate Chip craft Other: Clear e.p., 5/8" Chocolate grosgrain ribbon, Decorative brad, Antique copper brads, Paper piercer
this is absolutely beautiful Laurie! love the colors! :)
Posted by: Estivalia | February 06, 2008 at 01:41 PM
This is so pretty, love the pink and brown combo
Posted by: flossie | February 06, 2008 at 01:53 PM
What a gorgeous card!! Love it!! There's just SO many cute things in the new catty!! (and the new mini!)
Posted by: Kim | February 06, 2008 at 02:16 PM
Beautiful, Laurie!
Posted by: Melissa | February 06, 2008 at 02:30 PM
The colors are perfect. Some of my favorite.
Posted by: janine | February 06, 2008 at 02:41 PM
AAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!! Yes I am screaming. I love this card! You can send it to me if you aren't wanting to keep it! It is absolutely gorgeous!! Gotta get my hands on this set as soon as they will let us order it again. I was waiting for sale-a-bration. Now I am kicking myself! You did it proud girlfriend!
Posted by: Lesa Rapp | February 06, 2008 at 02:42 PM
Laurie, I love what you did with this sketch! It's fabulous!! I can't wait until I can order this set. It's so pretty! That new background stamp is lovely too! Hope you are staying warm. It's blowing and snowy here today too...bummer!
Posted by: Dawn Easton | February 06, 2008 at 03:28 PM
I LOVE THIS CARD!!!!
My favorite colors too...PINK and BROWN!!!!
Posted by: jennifer | February 06, 2008 at 04:14 PM
I LOVE THIS CARD!!!!
My favorite colors too...PINK and BROWN!!!!
Posted by: jennifer | February 06, 2008 at 04:14 PM
Oh my goodness - this is just so beautiful!!! I love everything about it!
Posted by: Kathy (Wattle) | February 06, 2008 at 04:30 PM
Wow - sounds like your day was one of a kind too!!! (such a good hubby) The card is FABULOUS!!!!! Love those colors and that background is yummy.
Posted by: DeniseLynn | February 06, 2008 at 04:36 PM
It's snowing!?! I guess I'm just 40 miles in the wrong place! Hope you can truly enjoy your day! You always brighten our with your amazing creativity! Big hugs!
Posted by: Holly | February 06, 2008 at 04:38 PM
Oh my goodness, this is just gorgeous!! I love everything about it! Your creations are stunning!
Posted by: Kathy | February 06, 2008 at 04:50 PM
Very purty Laurie!!
Posted by: Candy aka cwilliams | February 06, 2008 at 06:53 PM
wow, what a gorgeous card! the soft colors and sponging give this card such a warm, cozy feeling! Absolutely beautiful Laurie!
Posted by: Carol | February 06, 2008 at 07:31 PM
Absolutely gorgeous, Laurie! Every detail is perfect. :)
Posted by: Julee T. | February 06, 2008 at 11:48 PM
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Posted by: Lastel/STAMPINSTEL | February 07, 2008 at 03:57 AM
Beautiful card. I love the color combo. Thanks for sharing. Mary
Posted by: Mary Campbell | February 07, 2008 at 06:40 AM
Just gorgeous. I love everything about it. I am going to get this stamp set too. I just love it. My favorite color combo is pink & brown. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: JoAnn Burnham | February 07, 2008 at 07:28 AM
hi laurie! this is gorgeous! looks so warm and fun. i just got that pretty pattern backgrounder and it's my favorite so far! i can't ever get my sponging to look that good...any tips? and what kind of sponges are they? thanks, sus
Posted by: Susan Liles (susiestampalot) | February 07, 2008 at 07:55 AM
I truly love these colors. You are amazingly talented. When I have stampers block, it can take me days to recover. Thanks for the suggestion to view SCS, I'll do that next time. Lana
Posted by: Lana P. | February 07, 2008 at 08:23 AM
Absolutely amazing and so beautiful! One of my favs!!!!Nancy
Posted by: Nancy Koskovich | February 07, 2008 at 08:23 AM
Simply beautiful Laurie :)
Posted by: Jo | February 07, 2008 at 08:36 AM
I love your background! Have you ever been accused of "enabling?"! The card is beautiful! Jeanne
Posted by: jeanne nielsen | February 07, 2008 at 08:59 AM
WOWSERS!!! This is amazing Laurie!!! LOVE the pink/brown combo. It's my absolute favorite yummy combination. And, the images you used with the way you incorporated the sketch is nothing short of a eye appealing masterpiece!!!
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Posted by: Tosh | February 07, 2008 at 09:38 AM