In this week's challenge I've decided to personalize pre-printed stationery and do a DIY of my own, in harmony with the inspiration piece which is a project in customizing a small white plate. (I definitely would have enjoyed that project IRL!)
I stamped the botanical stamp on the envelope, and diagonally on the card front. Then I added the sentiment that seemed the most appropriate for my work week (don't ask LOL)! I let it all dry due to the shiny surface and now it's permanent. Maybe in hindsight I might suggest using StazOn ink.
Enjoy!
Audrie
Date: Saturday, March 9, 2024 GMT Views: 414
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Registered: May 29, 2006 Location: Eminence, Indiana Posts: 29675
Sat, Mar 09, 2024 @ 8:50 AM
Audrie, seeing your beautiful smile and your beautiful artwork washes my heart with joy! Your creativity and originality continues to inspire me! HUGS!!
Registered: October 13, 2006 Location: North Attleboro, MA Posts: 7459
Sat, Mar 09, 2024 @ 9:02 AM
I love the look of the gold brush on this beautiful creation. That's a great sentiment and words to live by. I love the matching envelope.
I'm really getting into mail art.
Registered: August 30, 2006 Location: Saugus, Massachusetts Posts: 65251
Sat, Mar 09, 2024 @ 9:04 AM
Wow - your black stampings really pack a punch over that gold - how wonderful SU sells them all ready to add to it! Love the sentiment - and Great tip on what ink to use on them.
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Registered: July 9, 2008 Location: Stars Fell on Alabama Posts: 75007
Sat, Mar 09, 2024 @ 9:22 AM
I won't ask. lol Your card is gorgeous and I am so glad to know about the gold brushed envelopes and cards. Thanks for the link. Your envelope is beautiful, as well. Right into my faves.
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Registered: February 23, 2016 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 23000
Sat, Mar 09, 2024 @ 9:39 AM
That artsy stationary is a fabulous way to jump start a card! It makes it look like you toiled all day to create the perfect setting for your sentiment and leaf spray.
------------------------------ Linda aka Bubbles
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Registered: August 21, 2007 Location: Wayland MA Posts: 105272
Sat, Mar 09, 2024 @ 10:09 AM
Beautiful! The brushed gold was the perfect taking-off point for your lovely card.
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Registered: June 4, 2009 Location: Deatsville, Alabama Posts: 83747
Sat, Mar 09, 2024 @ 12:05 PM
Wonderful words, and that gold is so pretty. Hope next week is better, Audrie. Great card. Hugz
------------------------------ Nancy Williams - Hope your day is Spirit-filled and ink-filled (in that order)!DRS Designs-DT, Punchkateerforever, Dirty Dozen Alumni