This is one of those cards that kind of morphed as I crafted. It didn't turn out anything like I had envisioned but I do like the final result. I hope this week's teapot recipient, Joann, will enjoy it too.
I stamped the sentiments in Metallic Teal and embossed with clear powder then did a layered framing with the Sizzix Regal Labels outside. I lined the interior walls of my card with co-ordinating paper the built pop out boxes both top and bottom. I die cut a garden full of wildflowers from white cardstock and colored with Arteza markers. Some were adhered directly to the card, the front and center flowers were adhered to acetate for stability then set to float freely. The small yellow butterfly is also suspended with acetate from the upper box.
OUTSIDE: "Live one day at a time and make it a Masterpiece"
INSIDE: "Sending cheerful thoughts your way"
I will get this in the mail to Joann today.
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2020 GMT Views: 1442
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Registered: July 27, 2007 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 132012
Wed, Mar 18, 2020 @ 12:42 PM
Oh, fabulous work Linda! (I love that sentiment, it's one I inherited from an SCS lady after she died of cancer, and I had in my hand to use just the other day. It always reminds me of her when I see it). But the inside garden, that is a wonderful fantastic surprise. You've done some super Z-fold box cards.
Registered: August 15, 2007 Location: Twin Cities MN Posts: 50743
Wed, Mar 18, 2020 @ 2:42 PM
Holy cow...Linda this is amazing! What a gorgeous garden that springs forth from your card! WOW...super creative and I love the special thoughts stamped on it.
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Registered: April 18, 2011 Location: Melbourne, Aus Posts: 51844
Wed, Mar 18, 2020 @ 2:47 PM
Bubbles your z-fold card is wonderful, i have been sitting here for the longest time taking it all in. I love how you framed the sentiment and continued the gorgeous DP across the pop out bits. What a special treat for Joann, thanks so much for bringing this gem to the teaparty.
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Please don't take your organs to heaven - heaven knows we need them here.
Registered: December 4, 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 16610
Wed, Mar 18, 2020 @ 4:24 PM
Fabulous card Linda! I love this sentiment and I know it will really mean a lot to Joann too. But the inside - what a fabulous surprise this is. I am just delighted seeing this here so I know this is even better in real life. How fun! ~Karen.
Registered: June 10, 2011 Location: Canberra, Australia Posts: 7394
Wed, Mar 18, 2020 @ 9:32 PM
Another gorgeous creation. I had my garden shredded during a really severe hail storm about two months ago and name of this card caught my attention. There was so much damage - and it has taken time for the garden to start to recover so I can really appreciate this lovely flower filled garden scene.