Jun 27 2008
Something Sunny
Hello! I hope everyone’s having a sunny summer day. It’s beautiful here but I didn’t spend as much time outside as I would have liked. I’ve been putting off some much needed clothes shopping and inside chores so…today was the day. It has to be done sometime! When I got home from shopping I decided to make up for my lack of sunshine by making a very sunny card. I have a friend in need of a little cheer so this card is for her.
My PTI colors haven’t had much exercise so I brought them out for use with my Inque Boutique Fun & Funky Flowers and Sentiments. I just learned there’s a sale on all Inque Boutique products at Stamper’s Dream on Saturday, the 28th, in case you’re interested. I’m not affiliated with Inque Boutique or Stamper’s Dream…just passing along the info.
I used three different stamps for the flower and sponged the edges of each layer. I added polka dots to the big white brad with a fine tipped Sharpie. All the white spots on the flower were colored with a white Sakura Souffle pen. We’re expecting company for dinner very soon so I’ll have to keep this brief and list the card recipe below. Have a great day!
- Stamps: Fun & Funky Flowers, Sentiments — by Inque Boutique
- Paper: Whisper White — Stampin Up!, Lemon Tart — PTI, designer paper by PTI
- Inks: Lemon Tart, Summer Sunrise — PTI, Palette Noir
- Accessories: Ribbons by PTI, Sakura Souffle pen, Sharpie, brad, Scotch brand foam mounting tape
What a great, cheerful card! I love the flower, Leslie, and the little loop of ribbon!
This is SO cheery—I know it will do the job to cheer up your friend! The colors alone are happy! I love what you did with the flower!
Gorgeous card I love those PTI colours!!
Oh your cards are soooo pretty. I want to run right out to my studio and recreate them.
no, you are NOT going to enable me. Even though I love this card to pieces!!!!
This is so cheery and sunny! Puts a smile on my face!
As always - I loved ALL your creations this week. Hae a great weekend!
Very sunny and happy card…love it.
Charmaine
Love this. I posted a summery card on my blog today too. Must be the day for it. Your card has the warmth of summer! Nice!
Denise
Goodness! What a delightfully happy card. I was particularly impressed with the use of green ribbon for the sunflower’s leaf. Just got back from spending the morning in the lavender fields. Must post photos now. TFS.
So Sunny…will definately put a Smile on your friends face
Love your layered flower, colors, Sentiment and ribbon leaf tucked under your flower! TFS
Love your bright sunny card…it certainly makes me smile!
Sure to bring a smile and brighten a day!!
This is so bright and cheerful, Leslie!! I love your beautiful big flower with your special touches, and that adorable sentiment!! I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!!
What a beautiful and happy card! The ribbon leaf is such a special touch! And yes, it does make me smile.
…and another thing! I adore the hand painted dots and polka dot details!
Hi there- I am new to your blog and just love to peruse it all the time! I have a daughter that is 7 years old and she looks like this card! That’s what I love about art- something can invoke a feeling about a person that you know, a situation , a special memory— and you did it! Good job, girl! if you want, e-mail me back and I’ll send you a picture of Kelly Irene. SHE, to me, IS THIS CARD! I am LLLUUUUUUVVVIIINNNN” it! Thanks so much and keep up the wonderful work!
What a fresh color combo! Very summery and beautiful!
A wonderful sunny and happy card!!!
beautiful! I love the soft colors
This is so fun! I just LOVE the colors you used! Love the stamp too!
Very pretty! I ordered some of the Inque Boutique stamps yesterday, so we’ll see what I can do with them! I love your colors…nice and sunny!!
Yay for the sun!! Love your card, Leslie!
This is so pretty! I love how much depth the shading adds to that great flower!
So pretty and cheery, and just what your friend needs, I’m sure. Nice ribboning. Linda