Psalm 104:33 I will sing to the LORD all my life; I will sing praise to my God as long as I live.
Challenge: Create a card/project inspired by one of your favorite hymns.
The hymn I chose is In the Garden, by C. Austin Miles. The words are "I come to the garden alone, while the dew is still on the roses."
I placed hollyhocks first on the card, colored them in purple tones and added the gate and greeting. That is why the purple gems are on the card. All looked good, but then I went back and read the words to the song again. I decided it needed roses and greenery for the arbor. So more items were added. I like this garden and would like to walk through this garden.
I used a card from Amy K. in the gallery as inspiration for the layout. She points the user to her blog where you can print her directions. They were quite helpful.
Many months later...The Teapot Challenge is for Christine who likes to garden. I will send this card to her.
Date: Sunday, May 7, 2023 GMT Views: 524
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Registered: August 4, 2005 Location: Western PA Posts: 816
Wed, Dec 06, 2023 @ 7:11 AM
this is beautiful. I have a stamp with the gate and trellis, but always had trouble using it. I need to dig it back out and see if i can create anything even close to this... gorgeous... The dimension is fabulous
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Registered: February 19, 2011 Location: Fullerton, CA Posts: 15255
Wed, Dec 06, 2023 @ 1:02 PM
Awwww, what a sweet scene with that adorable kitten looking up at the Gate. Or is he eyeing that bird. I love that little bird. I would like to walk through that gate with you. Your garden looks delightful. You did an awesome job with the challenge and representing the hymn. The roses winding up the trellis look wonderful. Great card and perfect for Christine.
Registered: February 22, 2007 Location: L’etoile du Nord Posts: 6450
Fri, Dec 08, 2023 @ 6:44 AM
Beautiful card, so peaceful! What a perfect interpretation of the hymn you chose.
------------------------------ -----Liz "Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business and to work with your hands, ..." ~~1 Thess. 4:11 (NIV)
Registered: February 28, 2010 Location: Eastern Ohio Posts: 6288
Sat, Dec 09, 2023 @ 8:12 AM
love the gated trellis card you have made with the flowers vines growing around it and see the little kitty sitting there taking in the glory of it---sweet card