Well, it is Sunday night--time for my last post of the weekend. I really don't like it when we lose the hour, but I must say I enjoyed a walk late this afternoon with DH and DD (dear dog) during our extended daylight.
My first card of the day came together rather quickly this morning, because I realized I needed to link it up to The Challenge by noon. I linked from Flikr, and am now posting properly so I can also link at this week's Color Throwdown ctd282. I used a few Lil Inkers dies on this card--Stitched Rectangles, Stitched Stars and Fanfare. My colors are PTI--Limeade Ice, Pure Poppy and Harvest Gold.
My next card is my last entry for this week's Make it Monday #154: Color and Texture Tips for One Layer Cards. I used masking, score lines, and generational stamping for my card. The leaves are from Meadow Greens. I just love those ferns.
I fell in love with this week's sketch at Retro Sketches rs#105. I liked it so much, I used it twice--once for a guy using new stuff, and once for a gal using some older favorites.
Here is my masculine version, using Leave it Be and the Burlap Impression plate. The sentiment is from my all time favorite Paper Smooches set--Sentiment Sampler.
Here is my feminine take on the sketch, using Mums the Word and Background Basics Wrought Iron. On second thought, I wish I had used a different sentiment--maybe one with a more feminine font. Oh well. Those mums are stamped in Summer Sunrise and Raspberry Fizz, and coated with Wink of Stella.
Well, that's it for me. Based on my last few posts, I am feeling like a bit of a slacker for only posting 4 cards. Ha Ha. I start the online card class tomorrow, and am excited about all the new things I'm sure I will learn. Anyone else in that class?
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Love the masked fern card with the perfect scored line - great one layer card!
ReplyDeleteGreat cards Joyce. I love your first one with all those fun dies. Your second one layer card is perfect. And you really nailed the sketch on your last two.
ReplyDeleteTERRIFIC cards Joyce!, don't think I could pick a favorite! You've been busy :)
ReplyDeleteThat fern card of yours is just gorgeous!!!!
ReplyDeleteI can think of many adjectives for you, my friend, but "slacker" is definitely NOT one of them ... hahaha!!! I am stunned that those ferns could look so classy, as you've shown on your one layer card. Awesome job!!
ReplyDeleteI signed up for the class last night. Need an extra push of creativity right now...and I love the classes. Your cards are beautiful especially the bright vibrant colors on the first one.
ReplyDeleteA lovely set of cards again Joyce and I love the soothing green card with the ferns - just gorgeous. Our clocks don't change for three weeks yet so I envy you your lighter evenings.
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Carol x
Only 4? Well, you did get a nice walk in too! Just so you know...I LOVE that first card! One of your absolute best...really, really creative, bright and so well designed! Guess you can tell I really love that one, right? I hate time change too, but also love a nice walk at the end of the day!
ReplyDeleteAs usual a weekend of fantastic cards Joyce--love them all. You colour throwdown is awesome in those colours!
ReplyDeleteI just watched the videos for the card class this morning. I have not had time to play but maybe tonight. Your card is fabulous!! Love your takes on the Retro Sketches too!!
ReplyDeleteGreat cards, Joyce!
ReplyDeleteAll four are just wonderful, Joyce ... the ferns are completely stunning ... I've been sitting simply admiring them ... and the masculine Retro Sketches card is fabulous ... more gorgeous greens! I'm taking the class too ... look forward to seeing you there! Anita :)
ReplyDeleteGreat use of the Throwdown colors! Thanks for joining us.
ReplyDeleteFun cards Joyce!! Love all the sketches you used! Love those scallops on the CTD card! This for jkinng us!m
ReplyDeleteLove all 4 of your cards, Joyce!!! I am taking the class too! Look forward to seeing you there. :)
ReplyDeleteJoyce, these cards are so wonderful. Love your take on Color Throwdown. The placement of the stars and sentiment are perfect with the backdrop of the scallops.Your one layer card is gorgeous with all those greens. Your takes on retro sketch are wonderful Such different cards with the same sketch I love that!
ReplyDeleteFabulous cards. Love the fern card. I still haven't inked up this set. Your feminine take on the sketch is sweet.
ReplyDeleteGreat cards, love visiting u blog :)
ReplyDeleteI was going to say you make me feel like a slacker with your multicard posts. I love those ferns and that's why I bought the stamps and have never figured out a good way to use them. Guess who pinned your card? I'm taking the class and spent the day trying the techniques. I have a couple of cards I'll post in the morning but I'm not real happy with them. My mojo seems to be schizophrenic lately.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely way to end the weekend! Another fabtastic set of cards, Joyce! I really, really, really love the first one!! Go me, I could pick a fave for once! Hugs, Darnell
ReplyDeleteJoyce...absolutely gorgeous cards! Your use of that fanfare die is brilliant, always forget about that amazing die and you really made it shine!!! Your retro sketch cards are so pretty too.
ReplyDeleteSo much gorgeousness! I LOVE the bright, bold colours of the first card and I'm wondering why I haven't used my Fanfare die yet? I must break it out! The ferns on the second card are gorgeous - another set for the never ending wish list! LOL! Both the RetroSketches cards are awesome and I'm jealous of your sentiment - I love the set but I lost the "happy" ages ago! :(
ReplyDeleteFour great cards!! Have to say I LOVE the first one with those wonderful colors and awesome design. And not to be picking favorites but I'm really drawn to the fern card with your fabulous masking & stamping.
ReplyDeleteFabulous projects Joyce! Ooh...so loving that fanfare die :) love the colors. Love it all!
ReplyDeleteSuch great cards one and all. I love bright crisp feel of the die cut one the best, but I'm loving the ferns too.
ReplyDeleteLOVE your cards, especially the fern card. I have that scalloped die too but think I've used it only once. Thanks for the reminder to take it out.
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