This is a card that I very quickly put together to go with a gift for a dear friend who was moving away, someone I likely will not see for a very long time. I had been ill in the preceding days, and only about 2 hours before I had to leave to visit with my friend, did I consider that perhaps I could make a card (plus take photos and write a heartfelt note of thanks for her friendship) for her in that time-frame. Fortunately I had the frame die-cut made--that Anna Griffin Fretworks Die set was a recent purchase, and I had die-cut various dies in the set in a couple of colors--this turquoise frame was the inspirational focus of the card.
I don't tend to make cards quickly--but I am improving in this area over time. Even still, I was pleased to be able to make a card that I could give to my friend in that time-frame. Hopefully I will continue to be able to learn to make cards quicker when I need to do this.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE FRAME DIE AS WELL AS THE EDGE OF THE DIE WITH THE SENTIMENT ON IT DID NOT PHOTOGRAPH AS IT APPEARED, THE ACTUAL APPEARANCE WAS MORE OF A SHIMMERY TONE-ON-TONE LOOK, IT WAS NOT THE SILVERY LOOK THAT THE PHOTOS SHOW HERE. MY APOLOGIES!!! I have MUCH to learn about taking photos of cards, especially when they have glitter or some sort of gleam on the surface--and MOST of my cards (with the exception of masculine cards) have some form of shimmer on them!
Please see the longer note with the Close-Up view of this card (I apologize for the long length) for more details, and for details on how I created these paper flowers, please see the cards I made with Heartfelt Creations products in June/July, 2014--these flowers were made at the same time. They were my first attempts (I made 2 batches within a couple of days) playing with flowers--clearly they are very easy to make. I hope to play a lot more with these and see what else I can create--I absolutely LOVE making them!!! SO much fun!!!
Thank you so much for checking out my card, it means a great deal to me when you stop in and take a look at it! And when you leave a comment, it absolutely makes my day--thank you!!! I am encouraged by your comments, and it is my goal to learn from them and to grow and improve as a card-maker.
Please know how much I appreciate all that I learn from each of you when I view your beautiful cards--thank you for all that you teach me! How thankful I am for Splitcoaststampers--for all I have learned here, and as well for the friends I have made since I started uploading my cards on this wonderful site!
Date: Friday, February 20, 2015 GMT Views: 3763
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Registered: November 21, 2007 Location: Regina, SK Posts: 22971
Mon, Mar 09, 2015 @ 6:11 AM
So many gorgeous elements on this beauty, Joanne! I hear you about photographing cards...especially shimmery ones! This card has such impact...the colors, the die cuts...simply amazing!
Registered: September 20, 2006 Location: Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3734
Wed, Mar 11, 2015 @ 1:18 PM
What a beautiful card. I would not have guessed that it was a quick one. It is so intricate. I love what appears to be silver, but isn't. Your flowers turned out stunning. And yes, it's pretty cool we both live in Ontario. Thank you for visiting my gallery my friend.
Registered: February 3, 2005 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 34769
Mon, Mar 16, 2015 @ 5:25 AM
Oh, Joanne, how beautiful!! I absolutely love the sparkle and the beautiful dimensional flowers! Wow, this is gorgeous and is going to be loved!! Hugs!
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Registered: December 24, 2007 Location: Posts: 12163
Tue, Mar 24, 2015 @ 9:34 PM
What a beautiful card...Its always sad to see a friend have to move, and I'm sure she will love and appreciate this card from you very much...I love all your elements, and hard to believe you didn't spend hours on it..WTG!!
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Registered: February 3, 2005 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 34769
Thu, Aug 06, 2015 @ 8:16 AM
Oh, Joanne, what a gorgeous card, and it surely is even more beautiful in real life (they always are). And the dimensional flowers are stunning surrounding this gorgeous die! I love the colors you've chosen and the glimmer. It's stunning! Hugs, sweet friend!
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Registered: January 20, 2010 Location: Brampton, Ontario Posts: 26123
Fri, Oct 16, 2015 @ 10:32 AM
This is quite the stunner! I adore those flowers! They are amazing looking. To have put this together in a short time is quite the achievement. I really like the sentiment. The Quietfire stamps are some of my favourites. Lovely card!
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Registered: January 7, 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 42755
Sat, Nov 07, 2015 @ 11:39 AM
Such a beauty! We all struggle with our photographic skills, but especially with elements that shimmer and shine. There are some real experts on this site so when you have time you could search through the postings for some helpful information. But please keep creating and sharing.
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