Hi Everyone
Happy Friday Night. Today it was in the 60's and the sun was actually shining. It's been so long that we've seen sunshine that I had forgotten how bright the world actually was:-)
I managed to get out and about during the day today – a quick break from work. That never happens during the week. I met my great friends Brenda and Bethany for lunch. It was fantastic to sit and share some wonderful food and even better company. Bethany, I hope you had great fun at the dance tonight – and Brenda good luck for your half on Sunday!
A few weeks ago the clean and simple challenge across at splitcoast was to create a birthday card in using Orange in honor of Jen who runs the challenges. It was her birthday and, yes, you guessed it, her favorite color is Orange. (Well, in that case… she's going to love the new Peach Parfait:-)…)
I had just received my Haiku paper from the clearance rack and found it was a great excuse to pull out my Everything Nice set (yes, another one of those that I think might retire.. mind you.. I will keep it cos I love it!) I also pulled out my Iridescent Ice embossing powder to give the card just a little more bling.
Even though the orange in the Haiku paper is different to Dusty Durango, the two go well together.
Card recipe:
- Card stock – Whisper White, Dusty Durango
- Ribbon – Dusty Durango Polka Dot (I do hope they are keeping polka dot ribbon in the new catty!)
- Iridescent Ice embossing powder
Card sizes:
- Layer 1 – base card A2
- Layer 2 – Haiku 5 5/16" W x 1 1/2" H
- Layer 3 – Dusty Durango 2 6/16"W square
- Layer 4 – Whisper White 2 1/4" square
- Layer 5 – Dusty Durango 2 1/8" square
- Layer 6 – Whisper White 1 7/8" square
I varied the widths on the top two layers to add interest. I adhered all layers – except the top one, with snail. The top layer was adhered with dimensionals. This allowed me to slip the ribbon underneath and around the card.
After stamping the sentiment, I stamped my Versamark pad all over the square and then covered it in Iridescent Ice embossing powder and heat set.
A very quick card to make and one that can be made to suit any age group and any gender just by changing up the colors. For a masculine card, you could use a paper layer or string instead of the ribbon, and texture the background with something like the square lattice embossing folder run through your Big Shot.
I had to share a couple of photographs from my garden. Two years ago we planted Bleeding Hearts. They have such gorgeously delicate leaves and flowers. We planted them in the shade along with some ferns. We NEVER thought they would come back. But here they are, in all their wondrous glory, in the miracle of rebirth in spring. They survived two winters and this area has now become our little fairy grotto.
Even though the flowers don't last long, the foliage lasts all the way through fall. The different shades of green create interest in the shaded area. We absolutely love them.
Here's the other part of our fairy grotto. Update: Doris… thank you!!!! I hadn't realized that I had not placed this photo in the post! So, now instead of trying to visualize the fairy…here she is!
You can see the ferns and another Bleeding Heart in the background. We bought the fairy many years ago. She has survived all the changes in seasons, and I love the fact that the birds will often perch on her before going to the bird bath. I named her Iolanthe. Which, considering what has been happening in the British political system the last couple of weeks, is most appropriate.
To add to the magic of this part of the garden, we placed a wonderful butterfly house in the middle. I admire it greatly. The butterflies completely ignore it!
Well, there you are – our little magical spot!
I hope you all have a fabulous Saturday, filled with your own little piece of magic!
A quick shout out to Missy, Beth and Lynn for their constant, and much appreciated, support. Welcome to Dee and Francie! Alison it was great to see you comment again. As always, thank you so much for spending time in my little area of the stamping blogosphere.
As always – thank you to ALL of you.
Hugs
Jaydee
9 Responses
I love orange too! I keep eyeing this stamp set as well but I think it might retire too! I will have to wait to see! Your garden is lovely, my hubby and I are working on our this weekend!
Smiles,
Lesley 😉
Hi Jaydee! Your flower garden is just as beautiful as your cards! You are welcome for my commenting! I just love your work and have to visit everyday! It brightens my day especially the hectic ones!
Trish- I continue to pray for you and keep you in my thoughts!
Germaine- hope you are feeling better!
Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!
Very pretty! Love the Haiku paper! Bright and cheery!
Love this card-wish I had bought the DSP! I am so envious of your bleeding hearts. My mother had them in her garden when I was growing up and I fondly remember them. I have always wanted them in my yard. I have planted them several times but alas it is just too hot for them here. Your are beautiful. Enjoy your week end!
Jaydee,
Each day I anxiously wait for your posting. You always inspire and amaze me with your beautiful cards. Your garden is lovely!
Love your card today. The orange is so striking. I must be blind but I do not see a fairy in the second picture. Your garden is lovely.
Doris D.
Love the fairy. So pretty in your garden.
You have a lovely garden! It spills over into your beautiful card creations too! The butterflies never liked my butterfly house either.
Oh, this is great! So clean and simple and just super duper!!! I’m SO glad you explained how to cover the sentiment in the Dazzling Diamonds, etc. After reading your post, I flew to my craft room and not only CASEd your card (somewhat), but also did that neat little trick with the DD’s. It really gave it some oomph! Thanks.
Lynn