These Polka Dot Flowers are adorable and are part of the Layers of Colors: http://www.layersofcolor.com/blog/
the set is, Polka Dot Love...when I first started this card I wasn't sure if I was going to like it, but just kept going and adjusting along the way - I am very happy with the end result. The flowers have been sprayed with Tattered Angels Shimmer Mist in Tattered Leather and Vintage Pink, I love the soft and subtle shimmer that it gives, rather than a glaring shine, especially for this look!
The window box is made with embossed card, using the Distressed Stripes Embossing Folder and inked with Tim Holtz Distressing ink - Tattered Leather! Crotchet lace has been added to the rim of the planter and a ladybug embellishment added, along with a little shovel in the window box. This was all then layered onto embossed CS which has also been inked, the Stylised Flowers Embossing Folder which I have distressed.
I wasn't too thrilled with the way it was looking until I added the distressed layer of pink behind the main layer - it just brought it all together (phew!) Isn't it amazing how that can happen!!
This card is for the following challenges:
Flourishes Timeless Tuesday: http://flourishesnewsletter.blogspot.com/
where Liz Williams is the Guest Hostess and has chosen pearls....anything along the pearl theme - I think these adorable pearl buttons count me in there! Thanks Liz!
2RB which is an inspiration Sketch: http://2redbananas.blogspot.com/
I was inspired by the gorgeous colours - so thank you ladies!
Die cut Dreams Challenge: http://diecutdreams.blogspot.com/
which requires stitching - I stitched the lace border on as tape refused to hold it...so that gets me into that one.
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Tue, Aug 25, 2009 @ 6:23 PM
Oh such detail! Love it! Every inch. LYMI
------------------------------ Pat Smethers "The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden." Isaiah 58:11
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Tue, Aug 25, 2009 @ 6:26 PM
Those pearls are the BOMB!!Wow, this is a fantastic card!!So very beautiful!!!
------------------------------ LizThe joy of the LORD is my strength.Right Brain Madness --My blogProud member of the redDivasKSS certified multi-step stamperFan Club member since 2004
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Wed, Aug 26, 2009 @ 5:44 PM
Okay Linda, just torture me with the ladybug up close and now I see a little shovel too!!! OMG, I LOVE this and your flowers and pearls are just AMAZING girl!! You are evolving card by card my friend!! Pure magic!! TFS!
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