Flower Pot (pocket card)

I love these cards!



Enjoy!

2010 GOALS:

Cards - 200 (122 completed)

I did it again - four takes

I interpreted this card four different ways, too:









Each card uses the same pieces (some are trimmed to fit a different orientation, though). All measure approximately 4.25 X 5.5"

Stamps, ink, flowers, hardware, and cardstock from CTMH.

Enjoy!

2010 Goals:

Cards - 200 (86 completed)

Funky Cards

Here are two cards I made with this really cool paper. It is a thick paper (almost cardstock weight) and has a texture and shimmer to it. I added some metallic silver paper to complement the shimmer.





Both cards measure approximately 4 X 5.5"

Ink, stamps, and flowers from CTMH.
Pewter hardware from SU.

Enjoy!

2010 Goals:

Cards - 200 (78 completed)

Round Cards - 1

Round cards seem to be "in" these days so I decided to make a few. I like them just fine, but I can't say they're my favorite. :)



I used the Coluzzle to cut the cardstock into a circle - just overlap the edge on one side to accommodate the fold in the card. :)



These papers are a special release from CTMH (Miracle, I think) and may not be available now. :(





I love the Just Blooms from CTMH - they're just so easy to use and make a card instantly beautiful. :)





All cards measure approximately 4 X 4" and have 99% CTMH products.

Enjoy!

2010 Goals:

Cards - 200 (48 completed)

Color Blocked "Thanks" Card

Another simple card - another simple card I love.



I believe that CTMH is retiring most of these colors (from the Summer Celebration collection) and replacing them with fresh, new colors. I understand the replacing and refreshing, but I'm still a little sad because I love these colors.



All of the patterned paper is edged with blank ink to make them pop. :)

Everything except the card base is CTMH.

Enjoy!

2010 Goals:

Cards - 200 (45 completed)

Congratulations File Folder Card

This was a fun and simple card using 90% Creative Memories product. (Ink, eyelet, and cardstock from CTMH)

Card measures approximately 4.25 X 5.5".

Enjoy!

2010 Goals:

Cards - 200 (42 completed)

More Flower Pots (2)

I just *love* these little flower pot cards - don't you?







Another:






Both of these cards use 99% CTMH product (the ribbon is from SU!) and measure approximately 4.25 X 5.5".

Enjoy!

2010 Goals:

Cards - 200 (41 completed)

Feminine Birthday Cards

I recently had another client request a set of file folder cards that were feminine birthday cards. I decided to use a *very* old paper collection from CTMH "Promise of Spring" that was a special release at least 3 or 4 years ago.



The flowers on this card are paper pieced after they were stamped for added dimension and texture:




This flower was also paper pieced after stamping:


CTMH has a really nice assortment of paper flowers (Just Blooms) and I use them often. :)



Inking just the edges and centers of these larger flowers creates a very dramatic effect - and it's just plain pretty:




I like this card because of the twisty stem:




This card is another example of how you can ink just the edges and the very center for a stunning result:


All of the cards are created using 100% CTMH product. They all measure approximately 4.25 X 5.5" when closed.

Enjoy!

2010 Goals:

Cards - 200 (39 completed)

Color Pop - Just Because

This is the first card I created when my lovely client requested her cards. She really inspired me to put a new spin on my original card.







I *love* the black and white with pops of lime green (citrus leaf - by CTMH). It just makes me happy.

The stamps, ink, and cardstock are CTMH. The patterened paper is from CM (I think).

Enjoy!

2010 Goals:

Cards - 200 (34 completed)

Fancy Fold Color Pop Cards

This is a set of six cards I created as a special request for a client. They're all basic black and white with pops of color - six different colors. I *love* this client! :)



The design for this card came from a visit to Hallmark with a friend. I typically do not go into gift/card shops because I can make just about anything I want; however, I got a *ton* of inspiration from looking through their stash. Of course, I can make them better. ;)



All of the cards measure approximately 4.25 X 5.5" (standard A2 size) when closed, so they fit into a regular card envelope.



I love the way they look all lined up together - so striking! :)



The cards are held shut by a photo corner. Once you turn it up or down, the little flap with the flower opens to the left and then the patterned paper panel opens to the right. Like this:







The black and white patterned papers come from SU! and CM - the ink and stamps come from CTMH, as does the cardstock and embellies.

Enjoy!

2010 GOALS:

Cards - 200 (33 completed)

More Flower Pots!

I was commissioned to create another flower pot card (as a sample) with some different colors than before. I like working with these colors, so it was a pleasure. :)



If you want to see the other flower pot cards I've created, go here.



All products used are from CTMH.

Enjoy!

2010 GOALS:

Cards - 200 (27 completed)

Cupcake Trinket Box

Okay, so this has to be one of the cutest things I've ever made! A little cupcake box - really! This is the first one I've made...so I have some tweaking to do to make it perfect, but still...very adorable!



The whole lid comes off to reveal some sweet treats waiting inside...just not cake.

I used DCWV's "Sorbet" paper stack again...I really do love that paper! With the lid on, the cupcake measures about 3" wide and just under 3" tall (including the flower on top).

To add dimension to the cupcake "base", I ran the paper through a paper crimper and then added fun borders with specialty scissors my hubby bought me a while back (but I rarely use them, so he was happy to see them in hand).

Enjoy!