I've had this die set in my not-yet-used stash for quite some time. It's been so long that it's retired! I don't even know why it took so long because I love the look of both of the words. With the rectangle on the sketch, I had the perfect chance to use it. I knew I'd need color contrast to make the "happy" stand. The confetti paper on top actually has shiny gold confetti in it (although I didn't realize until this moment that you can't tell in the photo) and I was thrilled when I saw it because the navy and gold work well together.
We're heading out tomorrow for a five days in Ann Arbor, Michigan. My oldest son lives there with his very serious girlfriend and I'm embarrased to say we haven't visited them yet. Although we are there to see them, they have a packed tourist schedule planned for us. We'll see his world - apartment, work, favorite restaurants - and we'll see quite a bit of the area - orchards, museums, and a Great Lake. He's really excited about his life right now and I'm thrilled. And I love that after this trip, I'll be able to imagine him in his daily life!
I hope to see you playing along with us this week at Freshly Made Sketches.
SUPPLY LIST
Die: The Stamp Market Happy Bday
Paper: Stampin' Up Birthday Bash (really old!), Night of Navy cardstock, Concord & 9th Neutral Foils Paper Pack
Other: Stampin' Up Iridescent Sequin Assortment
You see confetti - I see cupcake sprinkles! Lol! Fun birthday card - love the gold overlay of the sentiment! Have fun during your visit!
ReplyDeleteYour confetti makes this extra festive, Kim! Terrific card. Have a safe trip, sounds like lots of fun!
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful birthday card! Love that combination of patterned papers! Love that sentiment too! So perfect to celebrate someone special!
ReplyDeleteKim, you've really made Jen's Sketch shine for your darling birthday card!
ReplyDeleteAnn Arbor is a wonderful city - glad to know your son is enjoying it and hope you will too! I am sorry that you won't be on our 'sunset' side of the Mitten. We Michiganders are pretty proud of our Great Lakes!
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What a fab way to layer that sentiment Kim - and it looks great with that paper (which I still have in my stash too!!) Such an elegant birthday card. Hope your trip is fun!
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect birthday card! It's just so cheerful, I love it! Have a wonderful trip!!
ReplyDeleteNavy and gold is such a timeless colour combo. What a fabulous card! I hope you've had a great time visiting your son.
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