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Thursday, January 9, 2014

The Card Concept #1 - It's Here!

Hello, friends!  I am so excited that the first Card Concept challenge is up and running!  I have been anxiously awaiting this day...you must go check out the amazing Design Team and all of their superb cards...of all styles!

Check out this first color cue -- aren't these colors delicious?


For my card, I followed the "Clean and Layering" style.  This is outside the norm for me as I usually prefer minimal layers and the CAS style.  However, I had some pretty patterned papers that went perfectly with the colors for this challenge and I had to play with them!  (Now if only we would have some decent sun so I can get better pics...so frustrating!)

Supplies Used:
Stamps: Simon Says Stamp "You" stamp set and die
Inks: brown die ink, Antique Linen distress ink
Other: MME Lost & Found "Blush" 6x6 paper pad, Prima flowers, Recollections rhinestone gems, gold gel pen, Nestabilities Labels 8 dies, branch die


Isn't it great to find a challenge that makes you stretch your style, maybe a little outside your comfort zone?  I know I need that...and I think this new challenge site is the place for me!

Thanks for stopping by...I do appreciate your visits!
Judy
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13 comments:

  1. JoyceJanuary 9, 2014 at 8:28 PM

    This is so very pretty. It is like a little collage--don't you just love this color scheme!!

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  2. Cindy C.January 9, 2014 at 8:50 PM

    Beautiful creation Judy!

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  3. Tracey McNeelyJanuary 9, 2014 at 9:06 PM

    Judy this is so gorgeous, I love the background paper with the birdhouse. So glad you stretched it doesn't seem like it was too hard for you. Thank you so much for sharing with us at the first Card Concept challenge!

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  4. KerinJanuary 9, 2014 at 11:01 PM

    What a fabulous assortment of elements on this beautiful card! Thanks for joining us at The Card Concept this week :)

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  5. ArdythJanuary 10, 2014 at 9:29 AM

    Love this - so soft and pretty! So glad you joined us at the Card Concept, Judy!

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  6. Kay MillerJanuary 10, 2014 at 12:31 PM

    Hi Judy! Thanks so much for the sweet comment you left on my blog! I'm so happy that my card inspired you to try clean and layered! Well, you pulled it off beautifully! Your card is stunning!! I love the stamping with the layered leaf die on top! Very lovely work!!

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  7. Jacquie SouthasJanuary 10, 2014 at 5:03 PM

    Lovely layers - great use of the patterned paper Judy!

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  8. Barb GhigJanuary 10, 2014 at 5:46 PM

    Another gorgeous card, Judy! I love the background papers...they're perfect with the elements you chose ~ So pretty!

    I feel your pain when it comes to photographing cards right now...but, honestly, they look great!

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  9. Lee Ann BarrettJanuary 10, 2014 at 6:26 PM

    Beautiful, Judy! I so agree with you- your dp is perfect for this challenge. Love all of the elements you pulled together for this card. So glad you joined us for our first challenge at The Card Concept.

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  10. Teresa KlineJanuary 10, 2014 at 6:56 PM

    wow, this is a gorgeous card...so glad you played along with us at Card Concept!

    sparkle & shine *~*

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  11. Happy DanceJanuary 10, 2014 at 7:58 PM

    Judy, this is so lovely! You've nailed those wonderful colors perfectly. Love the shape too. So much texture and light. Bev

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  12. Jen W.January 14, 2014 at 6:25 AM

    Another stunner, Judy! I love how you incorporated the patterned paper and the sift shading on the top die cut is lovely!

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  13. My Paper EpiphanyJanuary 18, 2014 at 6:38 PM

    Beautiful! I love how you used the MME paper - I've just about finished this paper pad - definitely my favourite.

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Thanks for taking the time to comment...I do appreciate it!
Judy