Good morning, wow, haven't we had some lovely sunshine this week!! Just what I've been wishing for, so I am one happy bunny!
I'm making the most of it while it lasts and spending as much time as I can in the garden.
My card today is for our new challenge at Sweet Stampin'
This fortnight we want you to choose a country and make a card/project inspired by it- the colours of the flag, food, culture- whatever springs to mind.
I chose Japan. The stamps I used are both quite old, the branch and blossom are Penny Black, no idea of the make of the little girl stamp. I rediscovered it recently while looking for something else, I was so pleased as I thought it was one that Marvin had eaten during his puppy days.
The background is smooshed inks and I used Perfect Pearls and a brush to colour the blossom. The panel is matted onto black cardstock and gold printed vellum.
Please hop over and see which countries inspired the rest of the Sweeties, then why not play alon, we'd love to which country you choose.
Thanks for visiting and have a great weekend.
Chris
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Beautiful card and stamps.love the colour and little lucky coin charm.
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Yes indeed, been so nice to see the sunshine and be outdoors without being all wrapped up. A very petty card to represent Japan Chris.
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Beautiful card Chris, so very pretty.
ReplyDeleteI am also loving this weather, its amazing.
Did laugh about Marvin eating your stash, it comes to something when you have to wonder if the dog really did eat it, hahaha.
Oh Chris what a beautiful creation it has a real wonderful look to it sort of soft and misty love the stamps and the coin a wonderful card
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Beautiful oriental images,love the vellum layer
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely beautiful and I love the image stamp too. The vellum add a lovely delicate touch and a wonderful embellishment too! Love this!! have a great weekend Michelle x
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful Chris, love the blue sky and blossoms and the little girl is adorable, gorgeous card..
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A beautiful card Marvin did not eat the one you were looking for ☺
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Great card Chris and what a lovely stamp you've used.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card Chris, love your little girl image and the delightful branch with blossom. Been a lovely week here too and I have spent as much time as possible outside as I think the rain is back here tomorrow.
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Your Japan-inspired card is a delightful blend of traditional and contemporary elements. The Penny Black branch and blossom stamps, paired with the charming little girl stamp, evoke a sense of serene beauty, while the smooshed inks and Perfect Pearls add a modern touch.
ReplyDeleteGreat card Chris. That little girl is adorable, a great find in you collection. Hope the sun continues to shine x
ReplyDeleteThis looks lovely fresh and bright! Great colour combo, design and stylish x
ReplyDeleteIt looks very pretty Chris and the background is gorgeous! Lovely weather here too at the minute though thunder and lightening warning for tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteThe imagery on this card is outstanding. Really great card.
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