I have been working on about 30 hand-stitched backgrounds to make into cards as a special gift for my Mom, who is a master cross-stitcher. Some chronic health issues have delayed progressing on these, and I "borrowed" one of the backgrounds to make this very special card for a dear friend on the very important occasion of her 80th birthday. I promise to replace this background with at least 2 more for my Mom, and I hope to finish the set of cards and be able to mail them to her ASAP. I will upload them when I finish them, I cannot wait! I do think that I have become hooked on hand-stitching on cards. The hand-stitching is so relaxing, I totally agree with Jennifer McGuire! It is because I watched a fantastic YouTube (all of her YouTubes are fantastic) on hand-stitching on cards using a Paper Smooches cross-stitch die that I learned that such a technique with paper was available, I was THRILLED!!! I uploaded a card made for my Mom some months ago--this background I have used in this card had already been stitched...
This card uses a pattern that I created as well as a color combination that is also my own.
The card is standing on the front of the envelope--and you can see a little of the "happy birthday" in pink. I love these dies--created by Elizabeth Crafts and Quietfire, such elegance!!!
There is a separate photo of the inside of the card along with a view of the flap side of the envelope, and another photo showing a close-up view of the stitching on the front of the card.
Thank you so much for taking a look at my card!!! Please know that when you leave a comment, you absolutely make my day!!! I feel so blessed to be a part of this wonderful, supportive community at SCS, you have all been such a great blessing to me, and I appreciate you all!!!
Date: Tuesday, July 24, 2018 GMT Views: 1880
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Paper: Neenah solar white envelope, shimmery silver cs from stash for cross-stitch die-cut, Anna Griffin mirror silver foil cs, Gina K Designs passionate pink cs
Paper Size: A2
Accessories: Gemini, fun foam, Paper Smooches cross-stitch die, Sizzix HB die, Elizabeth Crafts hb dies, button dies, cross-stitch heart dies, fun foam, thread
Techniques: hand-stitching on paper, die-cutting with foil cs and fun foam
Registered: February 5, 2007 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 92404
Tue, Jul 31, 2018 @ 2:52 PM
Joanne, this is incredible!! I can't imagine the time you spent creating this beautifylly cross-stitched b'day card. This is the kind of card that a recipient will cherish and save long after the b'day has passed.
Registered: February 3, 2005 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 34769
Wed, Aug 01, 2018 @ 3:07 PM
Oh, sweet Joanne, this is GORGEOUS! I agree that stitching is very relaxing, and your stitches are beautifully done! The progression of colors you've used is perfect, and I love the corner embellishments and agree that the happy birthday die is stunning on this card! I agree with Sallie that this card will be cherished long after her birthday! She is going to love it, and I love it too! I am eager to see the set of cards you finally finish for your mom! Hugs and love! xoxo
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Registered: December 24, 2007 Location: Posts: 12163
Thu, Aug 02, 2018 @ 12:57 PM
Oh wow...what a gorgeous card...love, love, love the stitching...that's makes everything!! Wow...
I just had to come see your gallery...and its an awesome one!!
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Registered: May 12, 2016 Location: NW Wisconsin Posts: 8485
Sun, Aug 05, 2018 @ 6:09 AM
Gorgeous cross stitched birthday card!! Love the shades of pinks in your design along with the sweet diecut buttons and sentiment! I too used to do a lot of cross stitching, but my eyesight made to a bit challenging. I really like the look on cardstock. Thanks for sharing your creativity of a classic craft on keepsake cards!
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Registered: March 29, 2011 Location: Covington, WA Posts: 32470
Sun, Aug 05, 2018 @ 7:59 PM
Wow, this is gorgeous! I'm so impressed with the handstitching and love how it looks with the silver die cuts. Be sure to show this beauty to your mom, she will certainly understand it needed to go to a friend!
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Registered: February 19, 2010 Location: Helmond the Netherlands Posts: 1324
Sun, Aug 12, 2018 @ 1:23 AM
this is gorgeous Joanne thank you for all the comments and aspecialy the comment on my christmas card.
Only it's a topper and did not coloured by myself.
the artis Els Wezenbeek and it's a designer from marianne design topper decoupages.
Registered: August 30, 2006 Location: Saugus, Massachusetts Posts: 65034
Sun, Aug 12, 2018 @ 10:17 AM
What a wonderful cross stitched background you made - that is a LOT of work!! and the colors are beautiful! Love the die cut sentiment over it as well - anyone would love opening up this card!
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Registered: March 30, 2008 Location: Somewhere between the Shire & Mordor! Posts: 4642
Sun, Aug 26, 2018 @ 6:08 PM
A BEAUTIFUL JOB!!!! I know your mom & your friend are going to LOVE these! ;) I LOVE the ombre effect you seemed to give this with the thread! AND I JUST noticed, you were recognized!!!! CONGRATULATIONS also for being FAVED! ;) It is ALWAYS A TREAT, huh? Thank you also for coming over to visit!