Thank you Betty for an interesting color challenge today. I thumbed through many of my papers to find just the right one for the real red. In the end, I chose Memory Box Gingercake paper from 2008. I had the beautiful red and a wee bit of patterning.
I love this quip from B Line Designs. And it is calling to me even more this season. I stamped the words on acetate with Stazon Jet Black. Traced the largest heart shaped Nestability and hand cut. I used copper staples to attach the piece to the gingercake paper. A Tim Holtz ideaology ticket, HOPE was tucked into the heart and a bit of the summer sun ribbon for a pull. This was mounted on a SU sahara sand base and a tiny bit of braided trim was added to the top and a 't' tiny photo corner cut from SU summer sun.
I am thankful for reminders of God's generosity these days, friends who have given me space as I worked through my grief, mental rest from all the endless details of life and perspective, heavenly perspective of this season of my life. I am so very grateful for the gift.
Thanks for looking and taking the time to comment, each one is a present to me! Merry Christmas
Registered: September 22, 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 8087
Tue, Dec 22, 2009 @ 3:37 AM
Susan, this is perfect for the season..
I haven't been around much since school started back in Aug, but I'm sorry that you are grieving.... God's comfort to you dear friend...
Registered: July 1, 2007 Location: small town near montreal, quebec Posts: 26677
Tue, Dec 22, 2009 @ 4:54 AM
Susan, I love this little card. Beautiful colours this week again huh. Glad you made it and the sentiment is a good reminder. I know things can only get better darling. Sooo good to see you! TFS
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Tue, Dec 22, 2009 @ 5:32 AM
Susan, your card is wonderful! Lovely detailing and design! Keeping you in my prayers! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Blessings for a Wonderful 2010! {{{{HUGS}}}}
Registered: June 29, 2004 Location: Sugar Land. Texas Posts: 79798
Tue, Dec 22, 2009 @ 6:27 AM
A powerful message for the world to see and know!!! I love that ticket of HOPE. Where else could we attain such a ticket? I've missed you so much, my friend and what a Christmas JOY to have you back and sending forth such words of truth! Bless you and peace and joy to your whole family.
------------------------------ 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
Registered: March 20, 2005 Location: Butler, PA Posts: 77633
Tue, Dec 22, 2009 @ 6:31 AM
Oh, Susan, it's so good to see you in the galleries again with your inspirational cards. This one sends THE message of the season. Thank you for posting and share with us. Merry Christmas, dear friend.
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