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No I have not fallen off the edge of the world -
First I lost my USB stick with my photos on,
Then I just plum got busy... culminating with a long weekend away with friends...
This card was created as an exchange in a card swap here Down Under, and the challenge set was
White, with a Pop of Colour
I think I might have overdone the colour a bit, but the recipient loves it.
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I was really pleased with the result
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The 'smile' is an old M.B. die, and the daisies are John Next Door (NBUS) die I have had for some time and only just used.
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The paper is from a rainbow sheet of paper that I have had for longer than I care to remember, from the days when I bought patterned paper by the sheet when I found it, then came the pads....
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I trimmed both the inside of the card and the envelope with the scraps.
I also forgot to take the photos until after I had written in the card and on the envelope, hence the pieces of paper covering parts of them.
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Simply stunning Maxine. Love the beautiful pop of colour on your white background. Just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteOf course the recipient loves the card, Maxine. It is stunning! Hope you will find your USB stick, my friend. Kisses!
ReplyDeleteHi Maxine! Great to see you! I'll have to disagree with you about overdoing the color ~ I think it's just right! Very sunny and uplifting and perfect hues for a card that's sure to bring a smile! The rainbow is a mwah bonus! Thank you for inspiring everyone to use their NBUS, no matter how young or old! Hugs, Darnell
ReplyDeleteI love this card, it is so sunny and bright, should make the recipient feel on top of the world when it is received.
ReplyDeleteThinking back.it was easier when we bought paper byj the sheet - now we all have lots of paper we keep not using. Always more in the pad I dislike than like. If not then it is too nice to use. I am so contrary.
Blessings, Neet xx
I love the bright colors together! A great card! Hugs, Gerrina
ReplyDeleteWell done Maxine, you've fulfilled the requirements well. Yes I've lots of unused patterned paper l forget to use it. Inkinesss seems the go.
ReplyDeletePrayer hugs,🙏🏻🤗 Shaz in Oz.x
You certainly don't disappoint with your crafts. This card would cause smiles not matter who would receive it.
ReplyDeleteHugs and Blessings
Super card Maxine, nice to see you back!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful CAS design with a pop of color, love how it turned out and great idea to add some color to the envelope too! And yay for using up some of your oldest stash, it worked so well for this card!
ReplyDeleteSo great to see you at the first Garden Party and at my Crafty Wednesday challenge too! Thanks so much for joining in!
Ellie
Ellibelle's Corner
Hi Maxine, a beautiful card, I was thinking I have some card like that, it came from k-mart before they left the area about 25y ago, love the daisies, reminds me of rising sun badges the ANZAC soldiers wore. Have a wonderful weekend... Megan
ReplyDeleteVery pretty in the rainbow colours Maxine and it makes you smile just as the words says.
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I think you covered the challenge really well Maxine - that card really pops right out at you! Well done! Its so annoying when you lose things like these USB sticks - how did we ever manage without these darn things. We had no internet for 48 hours & I am ashamed to admit I really missed it!!
ReplyDeleteDear Maxine,
ReplyDeleteI love Your card it`s beautiful.
And the colour combination is so nice.
Have a nice weekend
Hugs and Creativity
Cinderella
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This is gorgeous! Love the design and the colors do make you smile.
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet card Maxine! I especially love the yellow and green paper. So glad you had a nice long weekend with friends too! :)
ReplyDeleteI like how you always manage to find something interesting to put inside your cards. Shame on me my inspiration stops at the edge of the front usually, but you do inspire me to try harder. CarolG
ReplyDeleteMaxine, thank you for dropping by my blog. It is so nice to catch up with you again. Your colors are so cheerful and your card made me "smile." Smiles, Kathy
ReplyDeleteIt is always good to be busy. I love your card. The pops of lovely orange and green are wonderful. Well done for using that daisy die. Bet it becomes a favourite xx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Maxine! I love it and just the perfect amount of colour IMO! Hugs, Kate!
ReplyDeleteLove the design and colours on the card Maxine, of course your swap lady loved it. As for paper by the sheet? I still have a load of it, maybe I should go and use it too?
ReplyDeleteYour card is adorable and love the composition and design x
ReplyDeleteLovely! It made me smile!
ReplyDeleteYou're such a creative artist, Maxine. I love how you're always willing to try new things. I'm such a creature of habit. You live out the new techniques, and I always enjoy it. Thanks for sharing your creativity and talent with us at Word Art Wednesday. I'm always so grateful for your participation there as well as for your comments on my blog. You are such a blessing to me...I can't even begin to tell you. I praise God for you, Maxine.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning.
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