VLVDEC2017

I chose pastel colors for this sketch because I had already made 60 Christmas cards and was looking for a change. Once I began, the card took on a life of its own. I just played with colors and when I had it laid out, I began to think of a focal point. I love this 3 layer butterfly stamp from MFT and it fit with the pastels so well. I was pleased with the results as I hope all of you are.

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I chose to leave my pieces as squares. I began with a background of Distressed Oxide inks. I stamped the flower images with Versamark and heat embossed with white embossing powder. I added a few highlights to the flower and leaves with copic markers. I cut my background into 1 inch squares and arranged them on black licorice cardstock. I placed this on a white card base and added my sentiment also heat embossed on black licorice cardstock.

MFT Color Challenge #83

I love to use the safety orange for stems and leaves. I think it gives a bit of a fall feeling to the card. The tropical teal and pure plum made wonderful flower colors and the latte brought it all together. I need to say hello to a friend who just found out that she has lung cancer.

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WOW, it's hard to believe that this is the last sketch of the year. As I look back, I think I have grown by participating in the challenges and events this year. I have mixed stamp sets, tried new techniques, used color combinations that I never thought would work, and in general had a great year. Hope the next year brings new and exciting learning experiences.

frm315

I love this folder from TE and it fit the simplicity of the sketch.

ctd471

I had a class on folding this tree last week and couldn't wait to try it. The color palate this week certainly lent itself to the folding. I chose a medium  gray with white back for my tree, so that the white was visible on the edges of the tree. I added it to a piece of the same tone of gray which had been embossed. Accents of gold really helped this card to shine. A simple word in black keeps the elegance of the colors.

SIP127

Wrapping a handmade gift has always been a challenge. I needed a clever gift for my crafty friends and this die set from MFT just fit the bill. I love the way it turned out and since I need 30 of them, I'm hoping to finish by Christmas!