Hi Everyone. happy Sunday. It's my turn to host our Paper Players challenge this week and I have a sketch for you. It's a versatile sketch and our design team made some fabulous cards using this sketch.
I made two cards – and really couldn't make up my mind which to go with. I decided that this was was more unusual and decided that I would show you this one first. I will share the other one with you later this week.
On a personal note:
Today was a glorious late autumn day. It was in the mid-60s – with almost no breeze. The sun was shining, the leaves were glimmering – all round… just glorious. We took a drive down to Stillwater, Mn. a wonderful little town that is always buzzing. It is nestled against the Wisconsin border separated by the beautiful St Croix river. We visited our favorite wholefood co-op, bought some fabulous veggies and then I went into the local Cooks store to buy a couple of things for the kitchen. The drive back was glorious with the later fall colors reaching their peak on the oaks around the area. Some of the late maples were also putting on a wonderful display. I even managed to sit outside under the deck for a little while watching the birds. We won't get many more days like this, so it was my intention to enjoy every minute of it.
Lou really doesn't want to admit that these guys have arrived – but they certainly have. I do so enjoy watching them flit around. The white feathers on their tails really do stand out as they fly.
I'll be back with another card tomorrow. In the meantime, warm hugs and prayers for those of you who need a little lift tonight – including my dearest Tinkerbell, who continues to inspire me every day.
Hugs
Jaydee
Card recipe:
- Cardstock: Neenah Solar White
- Stamps: Express Yourself – Fun Stampers Journey
- Inks: Altenew
- Dies: SSS Stitched Circles
13 Responses
What a great take on your versatile sketch, Jaydee. I love the paintbrushes with the tube of paint, which are perfect for your sentiment. You definitely inspire me with your art and I love the pictures of your local birds, etc. Have a great day!
WOW Jaydee what a great card and truly love that sentiment.
Don’t know about the others but You are a great inspiration to me; not only through your cards but also through the photos that you share with us all so from me to you, I Thank You.
Purdy bird, purdy bird.
Hey, enjoy your day and have a great evening
This card is absolutely fabulous! Love every detail…..and you do inspire through your art, your photos and your writing!
Hi Jaydee!Your cards always inspire me…and I LOVE this one! That splattering adds so much, I need to do more of that…so perfect with the paint brushes too.
It was a gorgeous day yesterday! We got lots of fall chores done. Up north the leaves are pretty much gone, but last weekend we took a drive form Fargo to Glencoe,Mn.to visit some relatives and they were spectacular!
Today I’m in Park Rapids and no sun out yet…brrrr!
Have a great day!
Jaydee, I was ah-ing over your card from the moment I saw it. So creative and wonderful. You are an inspiration for sure! Hugs.
Love this great sketch Jaydee, so many options. I also love what you did with it. The paint brushes are so much fun, especially how you colored them to resemble well loved brushes. Awesome sentiment, too!
This is awesome Jaydee! Such a cool stamp set and I love your clever solution to extend the brushes. The paint splatters and brush strokes are the perfect finishing detail! Thank you for the great sketch!
OMG, this is absolutely gorgeous creation, Jaydee! Love everything about this card. Layout, colors, idea, stunning card.
Hi Jaydee! Such an adorable card! I love your sketch and colorful painting.
I have to say I’m constantly inspired by your beautiful cards, stunning photos, thoughts, and your caring nature helping those in need whether fury/feathery or human. The way you brighten someone’s day with a donated handmade card from your card drives to feeding the wildlife is always inspirational to me. You’re one in a million!
Beautiful card!! Love it!
I LOVE this card….when I was little I wanted to be an artist, so paint and brushes just make me happy! Of course, I can’t draw a thing, so stamping and coloring are the next best thing, right?! Love it!
This is such a great sketch Jaydee – always my favourite kind of challenge – and I’m wowed by your card this week! I love that sentiment and the artistic finish – it truly reminds me what is dear to me from a creative perspective and I’m having the kind of week where I need that so thank you – inspiration renewed!
Oh Jaydee, you inspire me more than you will ever know! Not only in your gorgeous art work and photography, but your kind spirit and gentle soul Your true personality is reflected in your writing! This card is one of my all time favorites! If I received this, I would frame it and put it in my craft room! It is just fabulous! I am not a painter, but always wished I had that talent! Thank you for being YOU! XXX