Love and Flowers

 

Whenever I finish one card, especially one I’ve spent quite a bit of time on, I almost always immediately start another, simpler card – sort of a cleaning of the palate, I guess.  Most of this card’s parts came from my scrap basket – the lattice, the brick wall, the designer paper, the embossed frame, and the colored flowers.  The flowers (Flourishes’ Butterflies & Blossoms) were begun for another project, but I switched colors and set these aside, knowing I’d use them eventually.  After the flower pot card in my last post, I thought I’d make quick work of my scraps. . .

 

 

It may not look quick, but, in fact, it was mostly just a matter of putting the parts together. . . that is, until I decided to trim out the uppermost embossed panel to create a frame.  Even still, that didn’t take very long with my craft knife.  And, by the way, it’s the first time I’ve used this particular embossing folder.  I mean, it had been embossed and set aside, but it doesn’t count until it’s used on a card, right?  All of the cut filigree overlay, such as where the “Love” is stamped, is part of the Sizzix Hearts and Vine Frame embossing folder.

 

In the center of the card I added a border of Spellbinders Parisian accents (another first time use).  I used both the positive and negative cuts to fill a little space between the brick wall and the lattice.  The swirly vines are Spellbinders Floral Flourishes dies.

 

That’s all for this week.  I have to tell you, my resolve to use a “first” on every card has brought a new level of enjoyment to my stamping.  It’s as though I’ve suddenly awakened and found a roomful of new toys to play with!  It’s the little things, you know.  Have a great rest of the week!

 

Stamps:  Blossoms & Butterflies, Tag Lines (both Flourishes)  Paper:  Flourishes Classic White, Memory Box Granny Smith (green), DCWV Lemon Tart designer paper  Ink:  Memento Rich Cocoa, Gumball Green (for sponging the green vines), Chocolate Chip for sentiment  Accessories:  Ribbon, Sizzix Hearts and Vine Frame embossing folder and Brick Wall embossing folder, Spellbinders Lattice, Floral Flourishes, and Parisian accents dies, Scotch brand foam mounting tape

Comments

[Tammy Hair]

OH wow Leslie, your card is breathtakingly beautiful! Love the intricate dies you used and the flowers are the prefect centerpiece!

[Maggie S]

This is just stunning! The flowers are beautiful and all the cutwork just adds so much to the layout.

[Diane H]

Wow....I have to say if al this came out of your scrap basket, then I want to come and dig in it, because it is MUCH better then what is in my scrap bin!! Gorgeous~Gorgeous!!

[Francie in Montreal]

I love the combination of brick wall, lattice, greenery and flowers. It smacks of old world charm. The lovely flourishes are the icing on the cake. It's a pleaser, for sure.

[Pauline]

Wow Leslie, another gorgeous card. Love what you did with your leftover scraps. Beautiful flowers, love all the cutwork you did as well as your eye for detail!

[Conniecrafter]

Oh My Leslie, this is just stunning, I love every part of it, great combo of the embossing folder and lattice, such pretty soft colors in the flowers and the framing with the sentiment piece just tops it off Beautifully!

[Donna Ellis]

An exquisit card, Leslie - I have pinned both your cards today - they are inspirational and just plain beautiful. I think your fingers are magic as they work with your beautiful artistic soul. I don't think I could even THINK of putting these elements together - and they are so beautiful. It reminds me of your garden patio. Love your "gold" from the scrap bin, Leslie. hugs, de

[yogi]

this is gorgeous. well done with all your scraps... I'm pinning this.
Have a great day

[Misti O.]

This is stunning, Leslie!

[Linda E]

Wow, Leslie! It must feel like Christmas every day in your stamp room with all of the new goodies you are using! Your card is gorgeous and looks anything but simple to make!

[nancy littrell]

I love the lattice and brick wall along with your gorgeous frame and flower spray. A really amazing work of art. TFS

[Lynette]

Wow, Leslie - you have beautiful card parts! Oh what fun THEY would be to play with! I love the way you have used them all. Gosh - you are awesome with your craft knife, too! Such a lovely card.

[Susie]

What a beautiful scene you've created, Leslie. What a wonderful layout. I love the combination of the wall with the lattice. And I "really" love being introduced to a new embossing folder! I love this one!! What an encouragement you are for inspiring us in our creative endeavors. Look around, find something you have, use it, create with it. Thank you, Leslie. I have been keeping bits and parts for a while as well as my staff of embellishments. This week I was able to use something that we all keep (tin foil) and some of my stashed embellishments. Sometimes I think I could open a store - seriously.

Hugs,
Susie ~

P.s. When I got to the part that read: "that is..." I was almost afraid to read further. I thought for a slight second that you cut yourself trying to trim the frame - whew, glad that didn't happen.

[Sherri Dean]

You made a more beautiful card with just "spare parts" than most of us can make with "new" ones! This is just gorgeous! I love the brick wall & would never have thought of that with something so beautiful. You have inspired me to get out my basket of spare parts & see what I can come up with now!

[glenda]

Such a beauty! I love how you used the spare parts on this and it became such a work of art! I try to use spare parts, but have to admit, I'm not very faithful to do so. Have a great weekend!

[hazel gillies]

WOW What an Absolutely Stunning card Leslie.You are such an Inspiration really love this card just stunning
have a lovely weekend
Take care
Hazel G

[Heather Jensen]

This is absolutely stunning, Leslie! I love the elegant feel and pretty pink flowers. :)

[Colleen Dietrich]

Oh my gosh, I can't believe this was a quick card! Just trimming out that fabulous embossing (I have that one too - love it) looks like it took a long time. A stunner!

[Sue Kment]

I would never have even guessed this was scraps...so very lovely with all the pretty white layers and the touch of color. I have been doing that a lot with my Silhouette pieces and parts...love to rummage through my 'parts' box!

[Cheryl Lea]

Wow, Leslie! This card is spectacular! I love all the embossed areas--especially the way you trimmed the frame to leave open spaces. I thought it was a new die cut! I think I need to make an all-white card again. Yours is so inspiring!