I made this set of Fresh Fruits cards and matching tote as a thank you gift. I minimized the layers and lumps (embellishments) so she wouldn't have to concern herself with extra postage. All the fruits are colored with chalks (Poppin' Pastels) and sprayed with matte sealer. I don't think I'm very good at ensembles or collections because I get tired of working on too much of the same thing. I hope she likes it.
The tote is an adaptation of a 2-4-6-8 box. I'm also posting a photo of just the tote. Cut cardstock 5 3/4" x 11". Score on the long side at 3/4". Turn and score across at 3/4", 5 1/4", 6" and 10 1/2". See Post #3 of this thread for rmower's really great instructions:
Registered: November 10, 2004 Location: Back in TX, Home Sweet Home Posts: 710
Thu, Sep 14, 2006 @ 4:22 AM
You JUST ROCK! What a gorgeous set of cards!!! If they were given to me I'd probably end up framing them instead of sending them out to someone else!!! You just do such excellent work!
Registered: November 19, 2004 Location: Virginia Posts: 9225
Thu, Sep 14, 2006 @ 4:44 AM
I would say you are fantastic at ensembles and collections! And very thoughtful, too, to consider the postage required with extra embellishments! Very thoughtful and heartfelt gift!!
Registered: December 31, 2003 Location: Maryland Posts: 7008
Thu, Sep 14, 2006 @ 4:51 AM
Have to admit, too, that my Poppin' Pastels never look this good either! I had to read to figure out what technique you used because these are so gorgeous. Guess it's time to play with my pastels again!
Registered: June 18, 2003 Location: Lino Lakes, Minnesota Posts: 13768
Thu, Sep 14, 2006 @ 5:57 AM
This is a fabulous set, Leslie! Had I seen THIS collection of cards in the SU Catty I would have purchased it in an instant!! As it is, I skipped over this set. I wish I had your vision for potential! TFS!