I am playing along with the current challenge at Inspired by... (but see my caveats below).
I was inspired by the challenge at Inspired By but I took quite a few left turns. I knew right away that I was going to use the Heirloom Ornaments embossing folder to decorate the trees. I started out with rich greens and reds as in the photo inspiration but the embossing just didn't stand out on those dark colors. So I set it aside and waited a day. The next morning, I stepped away from the challenge picture and decided to go with my favorite lighter colors in a more frosty look. At that point, I was still using three really tall and skinny trees per the challenge but I couldn't find the right sentiment. One more day went by before this sentiment started calling my name as the look that I wanted but it required shorter trees so one more step away from the challenge. The final step away came this morning when I realized that I could easily add one of my son's girlfriend's favorite things - a bunny! Even though it might be a bit of a stretch at this point, I definitely wanted to give credit to Inspired By because this card wouldn't have happened without them!
SUPPLY LIST
Dies: Stampin' Up Stitched Triangles, Impression Obsession Bunny Buddies, Poppystamps Merry Christmas Cheerful Script
Cardstock: Stampin' Up Granny Apple Green, Flirty Flamingo and Balmy Blue
Other: Simon Says Stamp Heirloom Ornaments embossing folder, Simon Hurley/Spellbinders Sparkling Snow embossing folder
I'm so glad that you shared your process for this beauty, Kim! You made it your own and I love it! I also really take time (sometimes over days) to figure out sketch or challenge details that work, so it's nice knowing I'm not the only one. Your bright colors are joyful to me!
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet card with those embossed trees and the bunny hopping along. TFS
ReplyDeleteAwwwww I love how your card came out. Maybe I should walk away more often. I love the bunny too. I love how you used the sketch and didn't give up. Thank you for joining us for Inspired by...Christmas Trees. Hugs ~Von Marie~
ReplyDeleteI love the colors you chose and that bunny! It's amazing the process one card can take...great creative work!
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