Last weekend I had the good fortune to attend a wonderful event for Stampin’ Up! demonstrators, organized by Stampin’ Up! demonstrators. It was wonderful to spend time with old friends, make new friends as well as learn from the best. And of course pretty much any time stampers get together there’s a swap! There’s a bit of a funny story behind this card: The organizer of the event, Lisa Pretto, listed in the swap requirement that we needed to bring our “best work”. Oh my goodness, I went into a complete panic over that line, being the perfectionist that I am, and couldn’t come up with a single idea! I had posted about my dilemma in our private FB chat group and Lisa jumped right in to say that she wanted no part of being responsible for my angst! (In a funny way of course) lol. It was suggested to me to go back to my gallery and draw inspiration from a previous project. I did just that and found this card. Suddenly the block cleared and I was able to create again!
I chose to showcase the stamp set Watercolor Wings, setting it off with Mint Macaron and Basic Black. I tried to keep it simple because I needed to make 28 of them, but…I kept having to add layers!!
In this close up I hope you can see that the butterfly has been liberally colored with Wink of Stella, it shimmers so prettily!! And everyone got a kick out of the fact that my clothing the night of the swap matched my card! What can I say, I LOVE this color!!
I’m still trying to catch up with my life after being sick for a week and then gone for the weekend but I plan to photograph and share all of the swap cards I received as well as some photos of the participants as well.
Thank you for stopping by, please let me know what you think about this card…did it hit the mark?
Products Used:
Cardstock: Thick Whisper White, Basic Black and Mint Macaron by Stampin’ Up!
Pattern Paper: It’s My Party Designer Series Paper Stack by Stampin’ Up!
Ink: Mint Macaron by Stampin’ Up!
Stamps: Watercolor Wings by Stampin’ Up!
Dies: Bold Butterfly and Envelope Liner Die by Stampin’ Up!
Tools: Stamp-A-Ma-Jig by Stampin’ Up!
Embellishments: Wink of Stella and Black Sequins from the Metallics Sequin Assortment by Stampin’ Up!
I’d say dead-on bullseye with your card, Shannon. So soft and beautiful. (Love this color too!)
Thank you so much, Sharon!! XX
Beautiful card.
Thank you, Kay!! I appreciate your taking the time to comment! XX
One of my favorites! I love this card. It was great meeting you, Shannon! And I thought of you as the Broncos did their victory dance! Happily, the airplane I was on had WiFi and everyone was plugged in!!
Thank you Karen!! I haven’t had a chance to go back through the swaps, I look forward to doing that very soon! And thanks for the thoughts of me as the Broncos did their victory dance!! I was so happy for them!! My plane DID NOT have wifi (even though they said it would) and the tv screens in the airport were tuned in to CNN (can you imagine? Who was in charge of that!), but once I landed I flew home and only missed about 8 minutes of the game. And what a game!! XX
I love this card…but, then again, I love all your cards!
That is so sweet of you to say!! Thank you!! XX
I say the same thing that Barb wrote. I look forward to your blog.
Thank you Wendy! It’s so easy to believe that I’m talking to myself so I appreciate knowing that IS reading and enjoying what I have to share!! Thank you!! XX
My favorite color as well. Lovely butterfly.
Thank you Lynne!!
Shannon, What a beautiful card. Your card is so soft and so sweet. I love this stamp set. You come up with the most beautiful cards. I am glad you are feeling better. You nailed it perfectly as dong your best. Great Job. Hugs, Ellen Hinds
That is so nice of you to say!! Your comment has brightened my day, thank you!! XX
Thank You Shannon, Your site is really great. I enjoy seeing what you come up with on your site. Hugs, Ellen Hinds
I love the colors you chose for your card. Beautiful Job Shannon!
Thank you, Patti!! xx
Lovely card. I always love the soft color palette and butterflies go with any theme.
Thanks Carol! If left to my own devices, I think all my cards would be in Mint Macaron!!
I can’t imagine you being stumped for stupendous, because you always deliver! This card is absolutely gorgeous, as usual. I just discovered the wonders of Wink of Stella this weekend, and I’m in love!
Terri, you are too sweet! Have fun with the WOS…it’s awesome!!
This card is amazing! I love the colors, all the layers and of course the butterfly. I am your newest follower and can’t wait to see more of your work!
Sue, what a sweet comment! Thank you for being my newest follower, I do hope I can provide inspiration! xx