Oh, happy day! It’s finally Friday! I have another sample from Flourishes latest release today. This is the set called From the Desk Of.
I immediately fell in love with this sweet and simple image since it fits me so well – flowers and books. However, I would worry about condensation from the water-filled vase, and it would more likely be found on a coaster alongside the books. I’m sure it wouldn’t make nearly so pretty a picture, though.
Ric rac, lace, buttons, and stitching… gee, is this a scene from my sewing room? I did the coloring with Copics and designed the layout with Prima Fairy Flora papers. I guess now that Prima has come out with several new designer paper collections I can quit hoarding the two pads I currently have. Who knew they’d make more? Silly me!
If you hop around to visit the other Flourishes gals, you’ll most likely see more From the Desk Of and Hello Hyacinth:
Two things: 1) Today is your last chance to pick up the New Release Bundle – both sets in a bundle at 10% off. When you check out the price and all the stamps and sentiments… well, that’s a bundle of beauty at a bargain. 2) The Gambler’s Sale is in its third week now, and prices have dropped another 5%. All items on the sale page are down to 20% off. You’ll find stamp sets, ribbons, flowers, papers, embellishments… They have some of my favorite things on that sale page. Prices will drop another 5% every Thursday until they reach 50%. Do you feel lucky? Sale items will not be restocked.
I’m so looking forward to the weekend now. Let’s make it a good one. Take care!
Stamps: From the Desk Of Paper: Pink textured, Flourishes Classic White, Prima Fairy Flora designer paper Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Copics for coloring Accessories: Ric rac, lace, buttons, linen thread, Scotch brand foam mounting tape
Stunning! Your stitching is pure perfection!! Beautifully put together with the buttons, ric rac, lace and papers. Love it!
Posted by: Yvonne Hagane | 02/18/2011 at 12:41 AM
This is so pretty!! I can't wait to get my set.
Posted by: Karen W | 02/18/2011 at 03:28 AM
This is beautiful Leslie. I know how much you treasure this paper. I was looking at the new lines and they look yummy too. Your combination of lace, ric rac, and buttons ties this all together nicely. Great job and have a fabulous weekend.
Posted by: Dawn Burnworth | 02/18/2011 at 03:53 AM
Absolutely a beautiful card! Love the mixture of embellishment from your sewing room. Perfect touch.
Posted by: Tammy Hair | 02/18/2011 at 03:59 AM
Beautiful, Leslie!
Posted by: CherylQuilts | 02/18/2011 at 04:10 AM
Oh my, how beautiful. I love all your sewing, and the colors are so sweet.
Posted by: Linda McClain | 02/18/2011 at 05:16 AM
another simple but beautiful card.
Posted by: yogi | 02/18/2011 at 06:21 AM
I am in awe of your cards!! They are so delicate and pretty, but rich in color too!! I love your coloring and the sewing on your card! I want to be able to sew like that one day :)
Posted by: Amanda H | 02/18/2011 at 06:31 AM
I really like that you sew on your cards. This is something I would like to try...don't know why I don't!
Posted by: Glenda | 02/18/2011 at 06:57 AM
The trims, buttons and sewing make it so pretty and delicate! So lovely Leslie!
Posted by: ChristineCreations | 02/18/2011 at 07:46 AM
So soft and pretty, Leslie! LOVE the touch of rick rack!
Posted by: Barbara | 02/18/2011 at 09:43 AM
Beautiful! Love the lace, stitching, buttons and what a gorgeous paper pattern. - Always a pleasure to see your work.
Posted by: Ida | 02/18/2011 at 10:50 AM
Leslie - your little flowers are breathtaking! What a lovely card.
Posted by: Gabriela | 02/18/2011 at 10:57 AM
Such a pretty card - some of my favorite things also. Thanks & happy weekend.
Posted by: Troy Louise | 02/18/2011 at 12:22 PM
Absolutely love this card Leslie!!! Just too sweet for words and I laughed when I read you were hording your Prima paper. I will never forget your face when you saw that fairy paper to begin with -- it was like you just saw a stack of gold bars!! hee hee! Glad you got your hands on it because this is a sweet and pretty card!
Posted by: Julie Koerber | 02/18/2011 at 01:21 PM
this would be a neat image for my daughter too and love the paper with it!
Posted by: Conniecrafter | 02/18/2011 at 02:09 PM
So Pretty!!! Love all the colors!
Posted by: Girl Hair Accessories | 02/18/2011 at 02:40 PM
Oh Leslie, you have a knack for picking our beautiful papers to accent you wonderful images...this is just so pretty! Lovely embellies...sewing, ricrak and buttons are perfect!
Posted by: Sue from Oregon | 02/18/2011 at 04:35 PM
How beautiful Leslie...the muted colors behind the image makes for the perfect creation! Thank you for sharing :)
Posted by: velta | 02/18/2011 at 05:25 PM
Once again a stunning card Leslie. Love it.
Posted by: Leigh | 02/18/2011 at 06:16 PM
Leslie this is soft and pretty. I like the papers you used and the buttons are a great touch.
Posted by: Stacy aka Twinshappy SCS | 02/18/2011 at 08:05 PM
Totally love this card. Great design. Wonderful image.
Posted by: SueB | 02/19/2011 at 01:18 AM
I love that image, and how perfectly you've colored it, Leslie! Such pretty papers, wonderful sewing, and pretty fibers too!! (I would never put a flower vase on my precious books either. *wink*)
Posted by: Rose Ann | 02/19/2011 at 06:24 PM
Oh so pretty Leslie. I don't think anyone colors florals and fruit as well as you do {smiling}. I just started a book by Ann Voskamp entitled, "One Thousand Gifts" She writes for a division of Day Spring and has a blog: www.aholyexperience.com On Tuesdays she co-writes a series on "Words"- it's powerful.
Flowers, gardens, tea and books - mmmm
Hugs
Posted by: Susie | 02/19/2011 at 09:12 PM
And P.s.: I love that Prima paper!!
Posted by: Susie | 02/19/2011 at 09:14 PM
So super pretty, Leslie! Love the colors and all your sewing items.
Posted by: Lynette | 02/20/2011 at 05:22 AM
Leslie, your designer paper is so gorgeous. So happy you are sharing along with your perfect book and flower image, ric rac, lace and buttons. I love it all. TFS
Posted by: nancy littrell | 02/20/2011 at 04:54 PM