I was so happy to be invited by the team at Time Out to be their guest again! This time they asked me to create a card that could be CASE'd by the team, and the challenge players - no pressure there, right?
I am often inspired by many fabulous card makers. So, I created a card with a certain card maker in mind - see if you can guess who it is...
Just when you think it's a 'fiddle-y' design, never fear! I'll break it down for you:
- NO stamping
- shades of any color - I used pinks, but YOU don't have to!
- die-cut sprigs, twigs, or leaves - no blooms!
- any die-cut central shape to tuck them under
- alphas - negative, or positive cuts!
- and finally, a little bling!
Here's how easily my card came together:
I found the perfect spot for one of those little glass hearts [from EH].
Did you guess? it's Laura Bassen!
Okay, my friends, it's your turn! Hope you can take Time Out to play along! You have until February 23rd to play - all the details can be found over at the Time Out blog!
=] Michele
Supplies:
MFT Stitched Heart dies
The Stamp Market Big Botanicals
Altenew Inline Alpha Dies
Thank you so much for the inspiration you provided for us at Time Out, Michele! The layered look of your card is fabulous and I love the way you used various shades of pink. So many details here, yet CAS and stylish! Super!
ReplyDeleteSo good to see you being CASEd at Time Out and what a super card. All dies! Fab to see how you built it up and I have no idea who it is that inspired this!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Michele! What a beauty! I love the shades of pink you used and how you arranged them into a wreath. The heart is so sweet. Wonderful card! :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, gorgeous, and more gorgeous. I love everything about this card, especially those tiny glass hearts. Looking forward to seeing all the creations for the love fest! Thank you a million, billion for being our muse for this challenge! xx
ReplyDeleteI didn't guess right, but after you said her name, I could totally see it!! Lovely, lovely card Michele!! Hugs. :0)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your Guest Designer role! And that a gorgeous card you've created for us!!
ReplyDeleteWOWZER! all I can say.
ReplyDeleteMany congratulations with guesting Michele x. What a pretty wreath heart card, love the pretty tonal shades of pinks and the cute little glass hearts x. A beauty of a card Michele x.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!!! I didn't guess correctly but I did use those little crystal hearts on a card yesterday. :-)
ReplyDeleteOh Michele, this card is exquisite and soo beautiful in the pinks. I actually see only you in the card . You know the moment I saw your card ..when you gave so ahead of time, I was thinking.. no stamping..I have to do it. And when I read now, the blog, I am thinking.. oooh "am I am reaching there.. near the Great mind??". And then you took Pink 🤩 When on the zoom call we were deciding who should be the guest.. you were unanimously in everyone's mind..and I felt so good that I am your friend and every else too.. you are so loved ❤️ thank you for the amazing inspiration and for being a constant supporter of Time Out and the community!
ReplyDeleteWow! Another fabulous valentine, Michele! I love the shades of pink and the little nest you made to set the heart in! Sweet little gems to add some bling!
ReplyDeleteOops. Forgot to add congratulations on guesting at Time Out!
ReplyDeletethis is a great challenge and you have come through with flying colors. I really appreciate the breakdown you provided. I will keep this as inspiration, as I am picking up teaching a class for a few months for a friend. The gals do not make cards at home, do not have many tools, are not into techniques or even coloring....I need to think die cuts, embossing and great color combos. You may have saved the day with this gem!
ReplyDeletewow, Michele. What can I say. first off, a big public 'thank you' for agreeing to be our Time Out inspiration this challenge. Your card is absolutely stunning, and I also really enjoyed the little montage you used to show us all how the magic is made. I expect we will have one of our all time high participant numbers this challenge. Thanks again for inspiring us with your beautiful creation and for your friendship and support as well.
ReplyDeleteFabulous inspiration for us all. COngrats on the GD.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant! I think Laura Bassen would be so proud. All those lovely pink shades behind that, ever so cute, double diecut heart really does look like her work. The teensy clear heart is the perfect addition. What a great Guest Designer you are. Wowzers!
ReplyDeleteWhat an absolute honour to be asked to make this for Time Out. It is just a delight. You are so clever, it looks so simple but we all know that actually executing such a stunning card is not as simple as it looks. Very well done you xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card Michelle! Love the colors, the bold design, and the fun use of dies. It was great CASEing your card. Thanks so much for sharing your inspiration.
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Another wonderful design Michele! It's such a unique design to inspire the team, I know that they will have fun with it!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on guesting, your card is a beauty! That little glass heart is precious. You inspired me to play along this afternoon!
ReplyDeleteYour design is fun, fabulous and flirty pink! Oh, how I love it! What's great about it is that we can all pull out product to recreate it in our own color scheme! Thanks for the gorgeous eye candy!
ReplyDeleteOMG...Stunning die cut monochromatic leaves & twigs behind your simply beautiful die cut heart. Love how you added the clear heart embellishments and your CAS design, Michele. Your card is a perfect example of why CASE'ing one of your CAS card designs would be so much fun. No promises...but I would love to play along! Happy Valentine's Day..my friend. Love and Hugs..
ReplyDeleteVery pretty! Lovely layers and fun details, looks perfect from here
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your guest design Michele! Beautiful card, I love with all the layers--swoon! I hope I'll be able to play along!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your GD spot at Time Out, Michele! Your card is so beautiful and so are the DT's cards! What an honor that the DT CASE'd your card!
ReplyDeleteThe wreath in various shades of pink looks pretty combined with white. The little glass heart in the center of "O" serves well esthetically and practically. Wonderful job, my friend!
Hideko xx
Congrats on guesting, Michele. Your wreath of pinks back the loving heart beautifully.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card, Michele! So happy for you! I will make sure to join in the fun!
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful Michele and it's an honour to have a challenge opportunity to CASE you! I love everything about this card - and it was a real challenge to create something uniquely inspired by you! I'm not sure I've done you justice, but it was a fun exercise for sure!
ReplyDeleteOoooo - love this layered card, Michele! Those crystal hearts add the perfect touches!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card and so much inspiration for CASEing! Congrats on your GD role!
ReplyDeleteSeriously, my favorite card of yours...frame it girl!
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