This week we are sending Teapotter hugs and support to one of our own Shelly's (aka mcschmidty) family members, her SIL Diane. Diane is battling a reoccurrence of cancer and could use some paper hugs and encouragement. Since she loves gardening and nature, I naturally went floral.
I knew I wanted a wide frame where I could type a sentiment. I once teased Gem35 that instead of using Google, I could search her Gallery so I did and found this lovely card: MMTPT669 - Heart for Patti by Gem35 at Splitcoaststampers. I typed the saying using Papyrus font, printed and then die cut the frame.
Polly challenged us to use a wrinkle free distress bg and I made mine with CP inks in green because green is the color of hope and healing. Stamped the songbird peeking out from the frame.
I love these Altenew blooms because they have just the right amount of detail, but the stamp is too large for my design. So I already these scanned and downsized in my stash. Colored and fussy cut added foliage and glued everything down. Finished off with nuvo drops and stickles for the flower centers.
I hope our cards of love and cheer will brighten Diane's day and help her feel supported on this very very difficult journey. I hope your day is brightened with love and support too. TFL.
Date: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 GMT Views: 382
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Registered: August 15, 2007 Location: Twin Cities MN Posts: 50359
Tue, Aug 16, 2022 @ 4:47 PM
I love that you were inspired by Gem and used the same quote. Your green WFD is so pretty as a centerpiece for the corner blooms. My card used an Altenew stamp , too....they do flowers well. Your card is lovely Debbie.
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Tue, Aug 16, 2022 @ 9:02 PM
Wow Debbie this is exquisite and a treasure for Diana. Happy day
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Tue, Aug 16, 2022 @ 11:20 PM
Wow- an amazing inspiration, and you nailed a beautiful card- great layout and a wonderful sentiment. I love the bird and how it peeks out of the window onto a beautiful floral garden! I know this will cheer Diane up! Fabulous card! Thank You so much for creating a card for Diane!!!
Registered: April 13, 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 65354
Wed, Aug 17, 2022 @ 6:38 AM
Wowsers, Debbie! Your card is marvelous!! I love those beautifully colored blossoms framing your sweet bird!! And what a wonderful, wonderful sentiment!! I know Diane with treasure this beauty!!
Registered: February 10, 2006 Location: Mid-Atlantic Posts: 13075
Wed, Aug 17, 2022 @ 3:51 PM
Everything on your card is fabulous and so elegant .... love the lush green distressed background and your wonderfully colored blossoms. I also love to use the Papyrus font when I type sentiments!
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Wed, Aug 17, 2022 @ 4:22 PM
EXQUISITE card, Debbie. The colors and the coloring are truly outstanding. Beautiful quote and your card seems to illustrate it. Lovely card design as well.