Merry Monday #57

  I have a card for this week's Merry Monday challenge based upon the sketch below.

  I chose the sentiment from Beautiful Blessings: Holiday because I have only used this set once or twice.I thought it needed more love. The musical background paper and stripes are from PTI's Holiday Flourishes and Swirls.

 To add a little depth to this card, I colored some crystals with my Copic and attached it to the flourish from Over Easy Sentiments.

 Thanks for stopping by to take a peek.

Sweet Life Birthday!

     I have always liked the layout of this card by Melissa Bickford. Since April '11 I  have been meaning to case it, but never have. Sewing on card stock is not my forte; this is most likely the reason why I procrastinated so long.However, needing to make an extra special birthday card for my new daughter-in-law, I caved in.

 

 

     When I began making this card, my intention was to use Sweet Blush, Melon Berry and Pure Poppy inks. Instead I switched out the Prue Poppy for Canyon Clay. I am so happy I did as I think this fits the season better. Plus, I love how the roses turned out in this combination.

 On the inside I used the new Over Under Easy Sentiment.

 Here is the gift card holder I made to hold the gc for her favorite store: Forever XXI.

 The tag that was on her gift.

 Thanks for stopping by to take a peek.