Hello, and happy Friday to all. I know I say this just about every Friday, but I’m so happy to see this day. It’s a three day weekend coming up and I’m so ready for it. It’s been raining here for two weeks, and my back has been wrenched out for over a week. Still, I’ve been going to work every day. Sob! But, the sun came out for a while this afternoon, and my back seems to be on the mend… knock on my little wooden head. Things are looking up!
I made today’s card for a friend who is moving back to her home in Anegada, the most remote of the British Virgin Islands. Could it be all this rain that’s driving her away? Actually, she moved up here with her children so they could experience life and education off the island (she has family here). With the children now grown, she’ll be returning to the island, her husband, and their family owned and operated resort. Sounds dreamy, doesn’t it?
I’ve used the palm trees from Beach Life and a sentiment from Life, Love and Lemons. The trees were colored with Copics on Classic White cardstock and popped up on foam mounting tape. Inside the card is one of the Beach Life sentiments: “Live in the Sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air.” It seems appropriate. My papers are from Webster’s Pages 6 x 6 Triple Pack Collection – Seaside Retreat, Garden Gala, and Nature’s Storybook. Do you notice the fish button? I’ve had it for ages and I think it’s so cute!
Danielle is kicking off summer on the Flourishes Newsletter today and, knowing Danielle, it will be worth the trip to see what she’s up to. For more beauties, summer themed or otherwise, please visit:
I’m so glad you could stop by today. Enjoy your weekend!
Stamps: Beach Life, Life, Love and Lemons Paper: Prism blue, Bazzil pale yellow, Classic White, Webster's Pages Seaside Retreat, Garden Gala & Nature's Storybook designer paper Ink: Memento Rich Cocoa, Saffron, Copics for coloring Accessories: String, ribbon, button, brads, Spellbinder's Labels Eleven Nestabilities, Scotch brand foam mounting tape
This is beautiful Leslie. She will love this card. It does sound dreamy. Great button. It is perfect for this card. Hope you get some sunshine and back pain relief. Have a great weekend.
Posted by: Dawn B. | 05/28/2010 at 04:34 AM
Leslie, your card is absolutely beautiful. What a lovely gesture to make such a special card for your friend. I do hope your back is on the mend soon. Goodness - a week is entirely too long to be in that kind of pain.
Posted by: Gabi With An Eye | 05/28/2010 at 06:00 AM
Leslie this is so refreshing and relaxing. The fish button is darling and great papers... I just got this pack yesterday, might have to search your gallery for ideas on how to use them. :0) Glad your back is on the mend and your doing better. Enjoy your weekend. Hugs.
Posted by: Stacy aka Twinshappy SCS | 05/28/2010 at 07:42 AM
Oh Leslie...I'm sorry you've not been feeling great...I do hope it's on the mend. Love how you've used this paper it's such a cool sheet...and that fish button is awesome!
Posted by: ChristineCreations | 05/28/2010 at 08:23 AM
So beautiful, Leslie! Sorry to hear about your rain and your back - I'm glad both are improving! Enjoy your long weekend!
Posted by: Lynette | 05/28/2010 at 08:41 AM
Very relaxing card!I love the hammock with the palm trees! Sorry to hear you have had back problems and so much rain (it is finally sunny here too today after a week of rain! so much for Sunny California!) Enjoy your long weekend and take care!
Posted by: Harriet Skelly | 05/28/2010 at 08:55 AM
very nice. Love the string and that button's great.
Posted by: Yogi | 05/28/2010 at 09:38 AM
Leslie, this is fabulous!! I love how you used the set & those designer papers together! The fish curved button is so cute!
Posted by: Makiko Jones | 05/28/2010 at 10:04 AM
Beautiful card! Love the colors, the papers together, the fish curved button is oh so cute along with the string! Ph and love the sentiments!
Posted by: Carlyn | 05/28/2010 at 10:19 AM
Oh Leslie, you have so many different styles...I wish I had that talent...this card is just amazing in every way. I love the vintage feel, the colors and the design!
Posted by: Velta | 05/28/2010 at 01:43 PM
I will say it again, you have such amazing talent, Leslie. Thanks for sharing this. Just phenomenal how you bring it all together.
Posted by: Peggy | 05/30/2010 at 05:23 AM
I love your tropical card, Leslie!! Your string reminds me of the hammock, and I love the pretty button! I sure hope your back is feeling better, and that you're having a wonderful holiday weekend! Hugs!!
Posted by: Rose Ann | 05/30/2010 at 12:22 PM
oh wow...that is gorgeous Leslie! I wish i was there!!! Beautifully done girl!
Posted by: Carolyn King | 05/30/2010 at 08:15 PM
What a great card for your friend! I was seeing the snow-capped mountains of Alaska instead of the palm trees and sandy beaches. What gorgeous scenery up there! Anyway, this is a really wonderful card!
Posted by: Karen | 05/31/2010 at 07:51 PM
The Virgin Islands do indeed sound dreamy, but so is this card! I love the perfect beachy mix of muted colors with a burst of red.
Posted by: Bethany Paull | 06/01/2010 at 06:59 AM
fun relaxing card, the ribbon is perfect and love the string with the button, great scene!
Posted by: Conniecrafter | 06/02/2010 at 12:37 PM