I struggled with this challenge and I don't know why. I got my mind set around a particular direction (snowdrifts and snowmen) and I tried and tried but it just was never right. I do most of my crafting on the weekend but by Monday morning with a week of work looming in front of me, I had nothing for FMS. That's how long I struggled. Then I saw the sentiment in my not-yet-used stash - it's by The Stamp Market - as I explored what I had from them, the die popped out as a fun way to fill a corner (although it's actually a cover die). I found paper with lots of colors in a more muted, autumn tone - and it all came together in no time! I need to listen to that little crafting voice more often - the voice that says "this isn't right" or "go for it"!
I hope to see you playing along with us this week a Freshly Made Sketches.
SUPPLY LIST
Stamps: The Stamp Market
Dies: The Stamp Market Ready to Bloom Card Cover
Paper: Honey Bee stamps Harvest Festival, Stampin' Up Shaded Spruce and Just Jade, My Favorite Things Pineapple
Ink: Stampin' Up Just Jade
Other: Pretty Pink Posh Marigold Gems
This is GENIUS!!! I have this flower die and have never used it. I LOVE what you did!! GREAT take on this sketch!!!
ReplyDeleteThis challenge is a difficult one, but I'd never know that you struggled with it, Kim. Love your card! The elements work beautifully together.
ReplyDeleteI struggled with the angles too! But yours came out fabulous! I love the sweet white flowers drifting down!
ReplyDeleteThis shows no signs of struggle Kim, it's fabulous! Those flowers were the perfect choice to fill that corner!
ReplyDeleteI totally love what you've done with the sketch! That sentiment is perfect and I love those little white flowers! It all looks perfect with that background paper!
ReplyDeleteKim, it's clear I need to get that blooming die out again! It sure makes a statement in your pretty Autumn-colored corner! Yes, I agree that sentiment was a gorgeous jumping off point!
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While I try to listen to all my "pings," I hadn't had many these last few months. Now, they're crowding my brain and I have to play pick and choose, lol! This turned out beautifully, and it was worth all your struggling. I LOVE that die! It works so well in the corner of your card. It's got a nice soft and gentle feel to it, as does the paper you've chosen. This is gorgeous. I quite rather like it tons! Stay safe. xo Bev
ReplyDeleteThese colours work beautifully together and those white flowers really pop against the gorgeous background.
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