Tuesday, February 17, 2015

Inkspirational #76

I am still learning, tweaking, observing when it comes to my design style... Inkspirational #76, and their inspiration photo, has given me the perfect platform to do just that... check it out:

I am totally taken by this gorgeous photo, and all things Asian-inspired, really.  My [first] card takes into consideration the branches and colors - even the peachy tones of this beauty's skin.

Where I would normally cut my cover-layer a bit smaller than the card-base, I've chosen to go straight to the edge this time.

Now you know there will positively be seconds using that die-cut, right?

Hope you stop by for a visit... life is definitely a bit walls-closing-in for me with the Winter weather we're having... =]

Paper: My Mind's Eye - Sunshine and a scrap
Die: Dynamics Fern
Stamp: PTI Botanical Blocks
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16 comments:

  1. Lisa EltonFebruary 17, 2015 at 11:58 AM

    How PRETTY and what a great take on the photo!! I'm with you on this COLD winter weather. I just want to go outside and take a nice long walk!!!

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  2. DarnellFebruary 17, 2015 at 1:53 PM

    You always have such a creative eye for design when it comes to challenge inspiration, Michele! I just love ferns so I'm positively agog over your take on the Inkspirational photo! Thank you for joining in!! Enjoy your day! Hugs, Darnell

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  3. BobbyFebruary 17, 2015 at 4:56 PM

    It's amazing how much that DP works for this inspiration. Wait, IT'S not amazing, YOU are, Michele! You always have just the right touch.

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  4. BrendaFebruary 17, 2015 at 6:38 PM

    Wow, another fabulous card Michele! I love that paper you have used, so stunning and that fern die, oh my I am totally in love with that die! I too love the inspiration photo, just beautiful it is. I'm with you on the walls closing in! I've been getting some panic attacks come night, I have to do something to get my mind off of it. Can't wait to get out the house when spring comes!!! And I hope this summer will be hot and not cool like last summer was. Once I go out I have no intention of coming back in. lol Hang in there my friend, hopefully spring will come early! Hugs, Brenda

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  5. lostinpaperFebruary 18, 2015 at 3:55 AM

    Both versions of this card are Stunning!

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  6. Kristie GouletFebruary 18, 2015 at 9:02 AM

    So beautiful!!!

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  7. ~amy~February 18, 2015 at 9:26 AM

    wow. that's awesome.
    seriously love how you were inspired.

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  8. Cat CraigFebruary 18, 2015 at 12:19 PM

    Pretty, the simple white die against the background really pops.

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  9. Chriss BlagraveFebruary 18, 2015 at 1:11 PM

    Beautiful ferns and they have an amazing Damask background!

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  10. Kim MFebruary 19, 2015 at 9:21 AM

    I love those fern die cuts! Beautiful card! Love the ornate background too. Thanks for playing along with us over at Inkspirational! :-)

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  11. Taunya ButlerFebruary 19, 2015 at 3:54 PM

    Fabulous, fantastic, terrific, awesome - a few words to describe this thing of absolute beauty you have created!! Love it!!

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  12. cmFebruary 19, 2015 at 6:59 PM

    How many times can I say 'stunning' about your cards, Michele? Apparently, a kazillion - and it sure applies to this one! Love the full-paper background (need to add that to my 'change things up' list) and the oh-so-pretty ferns! Thank you immensely for sharing this gem in the Inkspirational gallery! You're using your 'hunkered inside where it's warm' time marvelously!
    Hugs~c

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  13. Anita in FranceFebruary 21, 2015 at 11:49 AM

    Elegant and so gorgeous, Michele ... looks as though it's part of a room design in an interiors magazine! Love how you've done the negative and positive fern! Anita :)

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  14. ShawnaFebruary 27, 2015 at 3:02 PM

    Love the fern leaves and the background is wonderful!! the pink is just the perfect touch! Thank you so much for sharing...

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  15. Pia LarsenMarch 1, 2015 at 4:16 AM

    GORGEOUS! Love how you have used the colours from the photo.
    Thank you so much for playing with us at INK for our photo inspiration challenge. We would love for you to join us again :o)
    Pia xx

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  16. Pia LarsenMarch 1, 2015 at 4:17 AM

    GORGEOUS! Love how you have used the colours from the photo.
    Thank you so much for playing with us at INK for our photo inspiration challenge. We would love for you to join us again :o)
    Pia xx

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