As is so often the case, I had something totally different in mind when I put together the sketch. I tried to tempt myself to use some of the beautiful dsp I have stashed away - so I figured this sketch would give me an opportunity. Then for a little fun, I put a big sentiment on the diagonal. Did you notice that I didn't use any dsp? I had every intention to but a candle background popped into my brain and there was no going back!
I cut the candles with Concord & 9th's Make a Wish dies. The five candles to the right weren't quite tall enough so are snipped right behind the sentiment and "stretched" out a bit so you can see the top. I was suprised to realize I was limited in my sentiment choices. I have plenty of large sentiments but it turns out most of them are stacked with the "happy" on top of the "birthday" so not long like I needed. Luckily, I have always liked the font on this die from Poppystamps - it's fun but not too frilly.
A little embossed confetti in the background and I know just who it's going to go to. (Hopefully they don't take offense at a card full of birthday candles!)
I hope to see you playing along with us this week at Freshly Made Sketches.
SUPPLY LIST
Dies: Poppystamps Happy Birthday Poe Script. Concord & 9th Make a Wish dies
Cardstock: Stampin' Up Poppy Parade Mango Melody, Daffodil Delight, Parakeet Party, Balmy Blue, Orchid Oasis, HIghland Heather
Other: Taylored Expressions Sprinkles Embossing Folder
DSP was a good idea, but the candles are lots of fun! Cute card, Kim!
ReplyDeleteI love it. The design and bright colours are perfect!
ReplyDeleteLove your row of colorful candles and the angled strip with that Happy Birthday die. It is one of my favorites. Great card and great sketch.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great sketch and I totally get what happens when you start going in one direction, and then the thought process turns you in another. The candles and large sentiment are stunning! Thanks for inspiring.
ReplyDeletegreat card - I love everything about this!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a bright happy card! And i love the embossed confetti! Fun sketch this week!
ReplyDeleteThis is a fantastic card! I love those candles! The colours are so pretty! Love those sweet little embossed hearts! The best birthday card!
ReplyDeleteI love your bright row of candles Kim and can very much relate to 'This is what I intended to do until I swerved in another direction'!! Vicky x
ReplyDeleteCelebration happening all over your card with your angled row of rainbow candles; a fun take on the sketch! Sometimes, those 'ideas' just have to come to fruition, right! Glad this one did!
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