Monday, January 19, 2009

Mojo Monday-To You from Me


Yesterday I made dinner for all of my husband's side of the family. I was super busy getting everything prepped and cooked. I wanted to find a moment to stamp, but that never happened. My kids are off-track for 3 weeks, so since I didn't have to get them ready for school this morning, I stamped intstead! I decided to follow the mojo monday sketch challenge for this week. You can check it out here: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaz7JWnq5TNdxSY1MYA7Q4JuqsxbzpV0B64QxuBTXXeFp9wDfgsX_RnueBbpmVJ9AaDIYdT3jbd6QfykCCDFvUKoj3mFP-f9Advo1IzADqBJzHonZpVRwxK29bo3fNwm9FUoNeHri83IBE/s1600-h/Mojo70Sketch.gif I used my precious Parisian Summer DSP before it officially retires in a few hours! LOL!
I also used "Garden Silhouettes" for the main panel. I like that it is long and fits the rectangle panel nicely. I used my SU! markers to color the image and then stamped it. I also added a few pearl gem stickers for the flower centers and the corners. Everything is sponged with So Saffron Ink and a sponge. I also did a little sewing on the main panel with a straight stitch and a zig-zag stitch on the horizontal polka dot panel. I aboslutely love the color of thread that I have in my machine right now. It goes with everything. I bought it to sew up my son's football pants and have used it for my cards ever since.
I also did a bit of distressing on the main focal image and the outside edge. This was a fun sketch to use and I may make another one sometime this week with it.
I will be delivering my friend's birthday present today, so this is the last card that will be added to her collection. I hope she likes them. I will probably head to the mall later today to pick up a little something extra to go with it. Thanks for fluttering by!

Stamps: Best Yet, Garden Silhouettes (hostess set-retired)Ink: Pretty in Pink, So Saffron, Mellow Moss, Sahara Sand, Basic BrownPaper: Parisian Summer DSP, So Saffron, PTI Vintage Cream, Ultrasmooth Vanilla ( for Martha Stewart lace edge punch)Accessories: Pearl Gem stickers by Martha Stewart, Doily Lace Edge Punch by Martha Stewart, Sewing Machine and thread, foam squares, martha stewart ribbon, Marvy Circle Punch, Marvy Scallop circle punch, crop-a-dile, cuttlebug, nestabilities labels 1 die, sponge

RAK: Dawn Easton (treasureoiler) sent me this *gorgeous* card along with her blog candy that I won! Aren't I lucky?




21 comments:

Susan (coffeeforme) said...

This is a beautiful card. So elegant!

Anonymous said...

This is divine! Love that you used this classic retired set and the Parisian paper. Just gorgeous!

Unknown said...

Wow! Such a pretty card! Soft & elegant!

Jody Morrow said...

Gorgeous card! I love the soft colors! PRETTY!

Rebecca said...

This is absolutely beautiful! I love your choice of colors, and the pretty pink ribbon is terrific.

Jessie/knightrone said...

This is stunning Kelly!! I am IN LOVE with that paper, and you do such gorgeous things with it!! Awesome RAK too, isn't Dawn a Sweetie!!

Julee (Vervegirl) said...

This is so beautiful! Gorgeous details. I'm so sad to see that paper retire. Thanks for playing!

Lori Craig said...

Absolutely stunning, Kelly... sigh....

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous, gorgeous gorgeous! I love it!
And I love Dawn's card too!

Dawn Easton said...

Kelly, that DP is fabulous with the stamp~! Just beautiful! Love your stitching, it's perfect!
I'm so happy you received the card and stamps so quickly!!!

Nancy Riley said...

Awesome, beautiful design! ... yours AND Dawn's!

Anonymous said...

This is STUNNING! I love the muted colors and all your details! Lucky you...a RAK from Dawn! Hugs-Jd

Heather P. said...

Oh, this is gorgeous!

Rach said...

wow what a gorgeous card, love the papers and your stitching detail. hugs rachxx

Dawn♥ said...

Oh your card is absolutely beautiful! Lovely job on the sketch!

Dori Shelton said...

Stunning card! So elegant.

Anonymous said...

hi - slap my hand - i check in daily and haven't commented before - i will try to be better about that - this is BEEE-U-Tiful! thanks for sharing this (and everything else you share - i love it all!)
erin
mnmcmilon@comcast.net

Linda Dalke Stampin'Up Demonstrator in Australia said...

Wow Kelly! I love what you've done with this week's sketch!

Anonymous said...

You are blowing me away with your mojo creations lately!! obviously julee too, congrats on your recent win!!!
TFS

Anonymous said...

I love your card for the sketch! It is beautiful!

cats whiskers said...

A Really stunning card TFS
Hugs Jacqui x