I made 1 card, so why not 4?

Hi Everyone,


Ever have one of those days when you know what colours you'd like to use for a card but can't decide whether you like the first version or not....


Well, that was me when I was creating this card for a friend's 30th b'day...


So here's 4 cards that are all similar but different :)

Inked embossing of the Manhattan Flower. Sentiment from Upsy Daisy

Sentiment from Upsy Daisy. Large Oval & Scalloped Oval Punches



Already given to a friend yesterday - hope she likes it!
Inked embossing of the Manhattan Flower. Sentiment from Whimsical Words (retired)



Melon Mambo on Whisper White. Sentiment from Whimsical Words (retired)

So there you are, one card gone, 3 more for my stash and to start my goal of sending out more b'day cards to friends and family this year! And hopefully selling some too! :)

I can't take all the credit for the design of these cards, I was reminded of the layout idea by Kris McIntosh and remembered I did this technique what seems like a really long time ago here.

ps: the colours are: Whisper White, Melon Mambo & Basic Black


Thanks for looking,

Last week for Helping Hudson Challenges

Hi... I'm back.....

This is the last week for the Helping Hudson Challenges and I've actually managed to do all three last night...

Ok, Challenge #7 was to use this sketch:

And this is my card:

Challenge #8 was to use sponging and embossing, so this is the card:

I've used my Big Shot and Manhattan Embossing Folder for the focus point, and I've even tried stamping my sentiment in Versamark and then using white embossing powder. The flower is also layered on some rich razzleberry but I didn't realise it isn't really showing in the pic until now.... Oh well, you'll just have to take me word for it :)


And the final Challenge #9 was to use 1 colour and 1 neutral (but different shades are ok)....

I've used White as my neutral and then different shades of black through to light grey as my colour....Now I know there's always debate as to whether black and white are even colours but hey, I was really happy with this card and my aqua painting so I'm entering it!! lol :)  Oh and the sentiment meant says "miss you so much".

Now if you'd like to take part in these challenges, pop over to the Helping Hudson website, you have until the weekend to join in. And if you'd like any info on my cards, please ask.


Thanks for looking,

Manhattan Flower

Hi All,

A couple of weeks ago, I was able to catch up with Andrea, a good friend and fellow demonstrator, and she showed me how to use her Big Shot.

I made this card with the Manhattan Flower Embossing Folder - I think I'll have to get my own Manhattan Flower when I get my Big Shot!!

Materials Used:
Manhattan Flower Embossing Folder
Best Yet Stamp Set (Hostess gift)
Card: Rich Razzleberry, Pale Plum & Whisper White
Rich Razzleberry Polka dot ribbon (flipped upside down)
Rich Razzleberry and Pale Plum Ink

Thanks for looking,