I really wanted to keep my card clean and so I didn't add any layers of cardstock underneath the Fly a Kite papers - GASP! I don't think I've ever done this. I feel so naked! So to make up for the lack of cardstock, I added lots and lots of Latte and Chocolate pearls along with another satin bow made from my Bow Easy. I went to one of my favorite sets, Tweet Hearts from Taylored Expressions and used those beloved Colorbox Liquid Chalk inks again. I love the way this one turned out - it's just sweet, or should I say tweet? I know, groan!!! haha!
Edited: Many of you have asked about how I tied the bow and so I thought I'd add this tutorial by Jerri Jimenez.
The Sweet Sunday Stampers have amazing sketch samples to show you today, so stop on by to see:
Nancy Riley is taking some time off, but I know she'd love for you to stop by and say hello.
Thanks for taking on the challenge this week!
Karen
recipe -
stamps: tweet hearts (taylored expressions)
paper: kraft, chocolate chip, choice buttercream cardstock, fly a kite (october afternoon)
ink: colorbox liquid chalk - yellow ochre, dark brown, aquamarine; memento rich cocoa
accessories: ivory satin ribbon, latte & chocolate pearls (kaisercraft), large corner rounder, circle nestabilities (spellbinders)
LOVE, LOVE LOVE this. That stamp set is SO TWEET, and those papers.. well GASP!!! and those sweet little Pearls.. GORGEOUS.
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This is adorable! You know, I just love how your card looks; perfectly clean and simply WOW!
ReplyDeleteBut when I try, I can never seem to pull it off. I usually end up with even more layers LOL!
Jaw-dropping gorgeous card, Karen. You don't have to steer away from reduced layers, girl... it looks fantastic! Thanks for the sketch :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card! I love sketch challenges, I will have to try this one out today. Ok, so how do you make such a perfect bow? I have seen several blogs with perfectly tied bows, what's the trick?
ReplyDeleteSweet card Karen! I love the cute little bird in the popped up nest and all the pearls!
ReplyDeleteKaren, this is GORGEOUS!!!!!!!! I love the mix of patterns and colours and all those sweet pearls!!
ReplyDeletetotally gorgeous!!! Love the no layers, CAS look, great minds think alike!!!
ReplyDeleteI love this card. The bow, the colors, the image and the sketch. Wonderful! I will have to give it a try!
ReplyDeletestunner of a card, Karen....love the pearls along the words and that OA paper still makes me smile (and is still on my computer desk in a "special" pile!!). Gorgeous ribbon and FABULOUS sketch this week...will play for sure :)
ReplyDeletesuch a lovely card!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness Karen! This is a FABULOUS card! Love the papers and the sentiment with pearls along the edge. I'm feelin' inspired... ♥
ReplyDeleteYour card is so pretty.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great sketch !!
What a lovely card...clean and classy! October Afternoon papers melt my heart!
ReplyDeleteI love your card. Your bow is perfectly tied. How did you do that? And the pearls...they really add so much. Makes me want to run my fingers over the top of them. :>
ReplyDeleteHi Karen, I too love your CAS card. I know what you mean about making them, as I can't seem to go without layers of paper either. I will work on that. Thanks for another fun layout to work with.
ReplyDeleteJust beautful, Karen, even if it is "naked"! LOL!!! Love the bow and placement of the pearls! Great sketch as always!
ReplyDeleteThis is so sweet! XOXO
ReplyDeleteLOOOVE your card and the sketch looks like too much fun. I'll for sure play this week!
ReplyDeleteYour card is so pretty love the softness of it. Great challenge. Had fun playing along thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteHI Karen,
ReplyDeletemy first go at the challenge - thanks the sketch was a life saver :) I know what you mean about single layer cards - they scare the pants of me ;) But yours turned out fabulous!!
Kim
Super charming Karen!! I LOVE the colors and papers you used with that sweet bird and nest image!! And the sketch is fantastic!!
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ReplyDeleteI just LOVE your beautiful card, it's a delight to the eyes, I love the clean look.
Your sketches are the best, and this one is no exception!! Thanks for the inspiration you give week after week. Your work is amazing.
I love your card, Karen, love the clean feel and fun style! The sentiment and pearls are perfect.
ReplyDeleteYour sketches are the best, thanks for keeping us inspired week after week. Your work is amazing and so beautiful!
Thanks for the great inspiration - had fun working with this one!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great sketch!! :) Your card is gorgeous. I love those colors and the birds are so cute.
ReplyDeleteWow, no layers...gutsy!! ;)
ReplyDeleteIt paid off, awesome card!
My word, that's a CUUUUUTE card!!
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