We have a very simple recipe this week and that is simply to make a card which is
NOT A SQUARE
nor a rectangle for that matter.
What we're really trying to say is that we want a shaped card.
Didn't have long to think about this before I decided to use my Spellbinders flowerpot dies. I die cut the actual card base with the largest die and then cut one medium and two small flowerpots. Whilst they were still in the die I inked them with Distress Inks making sure to shade more down one side to make them dimensional. I then used my scoreboard to put lines on the pots to define the top of the pot. The base card was looking a little plain so put it through my Joy with an embossing folder just on the top part. I then used Pinflair glue gel to attach them to the main card and then added flowers (from stash) and leaves punched out of left over cardstock. A piece of rickrack ribbon and a tag (punched) finished the card. Sentiment is from Stampin Up Silhouette Sentiments.
Thanks for dropping by. See you all soon.
oh love this shape what a great die set, mmmmmmmmmm might have to consider buying myself some new grands :) thank you for the encouragement
ReplyDeleteHugs Kate xx
Hola Karen, great idea for your card, a BIG pot with little pots, perfect card for someone who love gardening:D, very bright colours perfect for springtime:D.Well done Karen!
ReplyDeleteA hug from Palma and have a nice week
This is a great idea and unusual. Love it!
ReplyDeleteHi Karen, love your flowerpot card, great layout and lovely arrangement. Thanks also for visiting my blog and your lovely comment.
ReplyDeleteHugs Claudia
Lovely card Karen, great idea for the shape, the shading is very effective on the pots :)
ReplyDeleteVal xx
Great idea, love the embossing too. A gardener's delight card!
ReplyDeleteKxoxo
Wonderful dimension and pop of color!
ReplyDeleteThis looks just gorgeous Karen!
ReplyDeleteI've thought about these dies but wasn't sure if I would use them... now I'm just not so sure!
Super job!
Thanks so much
Chrissie
"Less is more"
what a wonderful shape and I love the way how you combined it with the roses
ReplyDeleteThis is really pretty, great for a gardener. I didn't even know they did flower pot dies and probably wouldn't have thought of using them in this way - clever idea
ReplyDeleteKaren what a clever idea, love the gold colours too
ReplyDeleteLove these shape dies and what a lovely card you have made using them...
ReplyDeleteAnne
Your card is really pretty and what a great die! Hugs x x
ReplyDeleteWow! This is a stunning card!
ReplyDeleteChris
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Great minds do think alike, but mine forgot to put any clothes on compared to yours! Stunning job!
ReplyDeleteoh so sorry I am encouraging your crafting addiction lol xx and great choice I got the DIY one too, aren't they fabulous, hope they arrive quick so you can play :)
ReplyDeletehugs Kate xx
Stunning Card Karen! love the color choices!
ReplyDeleteBright and gorgeous card! Nice Idea!
ReplyDeleteDaen'Ys
Great card - fab dies.... do I need them.. course not.. but like this card so may have to buy them!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great shape
ReplyDeleteSo bright and fresh
Thank you very much
mandi
"Less is More"
http://www.gokreate.co.uk/XXL-Frame-Frilly-5 follow the link and it is the top one but I have sliced a flat edge on it for standing
ReplyDeleteHugs Kate xx
Love your flower pot. Great idea. Super choice of colour too. Brings a lot of sunshine. x
ReplyDeleteHi Karen, absolutely wonderful!
ReplyDeleteFab card Karen, well done :) Viv xx
ReplyDeleteThis is really pretty, so fresh and clean, love it
ReplyDeletehugs Vicky x x x
Great card Karen, I love the flowerpot die, I may just have to get that one! Great colour choice too, nice and bright - perfect! Thank you for popping over to my blog and leaving a comment, most appreciated xx
ReplyDeleteFab card, such lovely fresh colours :o) Hugs, Lisa x
ReplyDeleteJust love your flower-pot card Karen. Great minds do think alike :) Love the drill too.
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