Jul 31 2008
Blackbird, Fly
I dedicate this card to my friend, Sharon, who has just made a brave and difficult decision and I’m proud of her. She’s an inspiration, not only in the execution of her stamp art, but in her life choices. You can read her post here.
As for the card…I stamped this with Inkadinkado Birds Galore clear stamp set and Inque Boutique Sentiments. The larger bird was stamped in black pigment ink and embossed with a sparkly embossing powder called Stardust. It’s cut out and raised on foam mounting tape. The epoxy flowers are by Making Memories.
I hope you’ll take a moment to ponder Sharon’s words, and when you’re done…well…just go hug someone. {{{{{{{Here’s my hug to you.}}}}}}} Enjoy your day!
- Stamps: Inkadinkado Birds Galore, Inque Boutique Sentiments, Stampin’ Up! Polka Dot background
- Paper: Basic Black, Whisper White, Taken With Teal
- Ink: Palette Noir, Taken With Teal, Color Box black pigment
- Accessories: Ribbon, Making Memories epoxy flowers, Stardust embossing powder, Scotch brand foam mounting tape
Beautiful card! I will read Sharon’s words. Deb
Oh, Leslie, you bring tears to my eyes — thank you so much, my dear, dear friend!!! Your card is just beautiful — I have so been wishing for a large, beautiful, flourishy bird and here you create this gorgeous card using just that!!!! It was meant to be!!! And what a beautiful sentiment — thank you so, so much!!!
Very, very pretty! I love sparkly bird and your layout!
A beautiful tribute to Sharon’s decision Leslie! I know this touched Sharon’s heart in a wonderful, affirming way.
Your card is simply gorgeous. I read Sharon’s post with tears in my eyes. YOU, my friend, are an inspiration as well!
I really am taken with this card. It just gives you a feeling of freedom and independence. I love that! I like the amount of white space too! There’s something about that…
Denise
Oh Leslie ~ What a wonderful friend you are to Sharon!!! The card is beautiful and a great tribute to your good friend ! I am sorry to hear about her choice, but I am also elated that she is “known” to be such a “good” person. A hard choice, but the right one for her I am sure!
What a wonderful card for a wonderful person. Her art and her decision is an inspiration to us all.
Pretty cool, Les!
Gorgeous card!! The sentiment is so touching and appropriate for this difficult decision that Sharon had to make. TFS
Leslie, Sharon will be so touched by your gorgeous and so personal card. The gorgeous glittery bird will really brighten up her day and just remind her that she is flying back to her most treasured nest…..her home ! TFS
This is just glorious! The black sparkle is real eye candy.
This is such a beautiful card Leslie!! I am very surprised by Sharon’s news, but can’t say I blame her. Good for her!
I just love those bird stamps-such a wonderful card and sentiment. I get Sharon’s blog in my inbox (as I do yours) and really look forward to both. tfs
Bev J. (Maxell on SCS)
Very snazzy! I love the sparkles and teal accents.
Such a great card! I know that Sharon will love it. Thanks for sharing the post and link to Sharon’s post. It was very touching. {{HUGS}}
This is stunning! I love the black and white with the touch of the turquoise. Outstanding. - I also went to your friend, Sharon’s blog and read her words and was very touched by them.
Leslie, I LOVE the colors in this card!!!! On the way to Sharon’s blog now!
Hugs 2 u 2!!!
Angie
I so Love how you have used these stamps, so pretty!
what a pretty sentiment. I love the stamp saying!
Gorgeous card Leslie! And thanks for pointing me to Sharon’s post - I don’t keep up very well in blog world.
Love the sentiment on this card; so very true!
Gorgeous card, Leslie — love the colors together and how you grouped the birds . . . just beautiful! And thanks so much for the pointer to Sharon J’s blog . . . I hadn’t heard yet. Love your bee photo below and sorry to hear about your headaches . . . Hugs,
This is very pretty! I really love the black, white and teal combo, wonderful colors together!
Beautiful card Leslie, …..just beautiful!!!!
… and Sharon is in my thoughts …. and my heart feels very heavy for her!
Love this card! It’s so striking in the b&w and the sparkle really finishes it off so nicely!
This so caught my eye for two reasons! I have those stamps and that color scheme is just plain dramatic!! LOVE that you threw in those turquoise words!!! LOVING THIS!
How very sweet! I’m sure Sharon will treasure this, Leslie!
Hi Leslie
Your cards are just beautiful! I LOVE the gorgeous coloring, thanks for sharing the technique!
Have a wonderful week,
Jennifer
This is such a beautiful and perfect card for Sharon!! Thanks for the link to her news. I am still working my way around blogland, and I hadn’t been to Sharon’s site yet.
Beautiful card!
I also love the stardust embossing powder