Saturday, December 16, 2017

A sad goodbye - The Curtain Call Finale


I have played cards with the Curtain Call Inspiration Challenge more than thirty times since I began my blogging journey.  Their inspirational photos quickly became some of my favorites - to say I'll miss this challenge is an understatement.

Cheers to Stacey Schafer, and all of the designers who have encouraged us to try, left some of the sweetest comments, and created so many gorgeous cards to fuel our creative juices!

You will be missed, I wish I'd played along more ... here is my final card for Curtain Call - Pines  - all the sentiments are on the inside:


=]  Michele

17 comments:

Leigh Penner said...

Oh, I love this, Michele, with the texture you added to the background! Fabulous take on the inspiration photo!

Jeanne said...

What a beautiful send off card you've created Michele. The texture in the background with that embossing folder works perfectly with the your pine sprigs and pinecone. I also really like the curved card base. Wonderful work! :)

Lynn said...

Wow! This is so gorgeous Michele. All the texture is amazing...and we have always loved having you participate. Your cards are always amazing!

Cat Craig said...

I love the bell shape of the card and that beautiful texture.

Papercraft Boutique said...

This is simply beautiful, Michele! Fabulous take on the photo again (right after Friday's CTD)! I love the subtle background embossing - it's so perfect for the holiday ornaments. Hideko :-)

Anita in France said...

A beautiful finale, Michele ... gorgeous texture and such a lovely pine bouquet ... a true delight! Hugs, Anita :)

Bobby said...

So sad to see a good challenge go but you've said a fabulous good bye, Michele. I haven't even used that ef this year I don't think. I love that little berry spray. Where does it come from? I have my card made and I'm using one of your little pine cones. I'm so glad you shared them.

Lisa Elton said...

SWOON!! What a send off you have given, my goodness! This card is absolute perfection Michele, oh I do love it so!

lostinpaper said...

The pine textured background was genius Michele, what an incredible card!

Marcia Hill said...

BEAUTIFUL!! :0)

Barb Ghig said...

Oh, how BEAUTIFUL, Michele!!! I love the dome shape of this card and all those pretty festive goodies...not to mention the gorgeous embossing on your base...WOW! A special card, for sure...and perfect for the last challenge at Curtain Call!

TK said...

Beautiful texture, beautiful pop of color, and LOVE that arched top!

Petra Swart said...

WOW, ...lovely yummy texture and a great arrangement of holiday elements perfectly placed!!!!! Love your great take on the inspiration photo, Michele!!!!!
Hugz

Sharron said...

Oh, the texture is amazing! Love your wonderful arrangement against that beautiful background!

Keep It Sweet and Simple said...

Beautiful card. Love the texture xxx

ElizStewart said...

Just lovely....I am going to miss Curtain Calll as well...such a great challenge. Thank you for joining Curtain Call for its last challenge. Happy Holidays!

Marisa said...

Lovely embossed background and love the pinecone! Thanks for joining us for our last Curtain Call Inspiration Challenge.