This week at the Stampin' Sisters in Christ Challenge: http://stampinsistersinchrist.blogspot.com/
we have been challenged to create a shadowbox card. (No more shadows, no more dim reflections when we get to heaven!) I have used the Layers of Color New Release set 'Touch of Elegance: http://www.layersofcolor.com/blog/
which is just fabulous to use and I didn't realise how versitile it was until I inked it up!!
I have combined it with a couple of other sets, the cross is from the Gothic Crosses set and the Birds from the Royal Birds - both fitted so well with the theme of this week...I love using the bird as a symbol of the Holy Spirit and the cross - well, without the cross we would be lost!
I have used the Touch of Elegance on the side panels and then attached chiffon ribbon to the front and back, threading it through the middle section to bring it in tighter. A lock and key were added to the side - this is symbolic of being a prisioner of Christ (as Paul speak of in Ephesians 4:1) - being 'locked into' rather than 'locked up.'
This Challenge this week has been quite a journey for me - the card was the easiest part - but the scripture - it stirred me so much and challenged me deeply. The concept of seeing Him Face to Face is one that fills the heart of every Christian with joy and hope - this week I have been challenged with the reality of it and whether my heart is prepared - this is a daily challenge and I am grateful that as Christian we are not perfect, but are committed to the process - which won't be complete until that great day!!
Thank you for looking and for your encouraging comments, you do my heart good! I love seeing that you have been, and I would encourage you to play along this week at the Stampin' Sisters in Christ Challenge - it is food for thought - and then some!! You can find me at my Blog: http://lovelylindascraftcentral.blogspot.com
Date: Sunday, November 15, 2009 GMT Views: 624
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Sun, Nov 15, 2009 @ 4:56 AM
Lynda, this is such a gorgeous card. I love how you framed the verse to make it the focus. And what a great verse it is! Thank you for sharing your heart. I love your cards and I feel so blessed and encouraged when I get to read what's on your heart. God bless you. shelia
Registered: August 18, 2008 Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK Posts: 31972
Sun, Nov 15, 2009 @ 5:17 AM
What a beautiful card with such fine detail - the vintage look appeals to me and is so in keeping with the timeless truth it contains - "even as also I am known" made me think of Psalm 139! Lovely!
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Sun, Nov 15, 2009 @ 7:01 AM
Absolutely lovely, Linda!
------------------------------ Lesley Proud Fan Club and RAK Member He is the GOD of the Impossible!!!! Kookzi the Rookzie Punchkateer It is by the grace of God that we take our next breath.
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Sun, Nov 15, 2009 @ 9:45 AM
Linda, I love how your cards have deep meaning and purpose. Your words make this even more beautiful, and gave me a warm smile. Your work is lovely, just like your heart. Love you...
------------------------------ 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
Registered: March 24, 2006 Location: Deep in the Heart of TEXAS Posts: 15980
Sun, Nov 15, 2009 @ 11:30 AM
GORGEOUS creation, Linda!! Love this card!! So elegant and beautiful! Great job!!
------------------------------ Phyllis Young at heart, slightly older in other parts. We really never grow up, we just learn how to act in public!! What if you woke up today with only what you had thanked God for yesterday??
Registered: May 18, 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 24623
Sun, Nov 15, 2009 @ 6:36 PM
My gosh Linda, this is breathtakingly beautiful to say the least!!! All the beautiful details along with the scripture and the lock and key, the lace - my goodness Linda, it doesn't get any better than this!! You are really doing a very honorable job with Layers of Color - WOW!!! I still can't get over the complete beauty of this whole card, but then I never can with yours!!! TFS!! HUGS back to you!!!
------------------------------ Pam Co-Founder of The Punchkateerz! Fan Club Member FS149, QFTD44