Without further ado - we are finally getting the photos from January's card swap posted! Sorry for the delay - January has proven to be a hectic month! Apparently it was for some of our card swap members too - only 9 of our 12 members participated this month. Though the group was smaller, the results were still great! The challenge was to incorporate three hearts into the card design. It was fun seeing how each member came up with a completely different look using the same basic design element - hearts. We hope you'll love the results as much as we do!
Jodi's Card (Front and Back):
Jodi used the 'oh so cute' Valentine Cards from Fancy Pants Designs to create this unique card. This card doesn't fold, but is rather comprised of a single panel, front and back. She finished the top of her card by folding a doily over it, then tied it with hand strung beads for an extra special touch. Adorable card Jodi.Jessica's Card:
This 'love'ly card was designed using an embossed image of a bunny (bottom left corner). Jessica hand colored the word 'love' on the front of the card, then finished it off with a piece of ribbon and some glittery brads. Very cute! Andrea's Card:
Softly distressed, Andrea embossed heart images onto three tiny squares then scattered them across a rose colored background. The words 'I Miss You' are stamped onto a vellum surface and a tiny piece of magic mesh as well as a single brad offer thoughtful finishing touches. Very nice.Patti's Card:
Patti cleverly incorporated her three hearts by creating a telescoping pattern. She cut a matching heart image out of the front of her card then raised the smaller heart so that it would protrude through the opening. Liquid glass was added to the smallest heart for added interest. Finally, Patti stamped the words 'from my heart' to the front of the card. A classy card.Greta's Card:
Greta is one of two ladies joining the card swap this month - welcome Greta! In her debut card Greta featured four crystal hearts on a black background. Inside, Greta placed a white panel matted with red cardstock, a great solution to the sometimes tricky-to-write-on black card. Well done Greta.Selestina's Card:
Selestina stamped and embossed a combination of hearts and swirls to create an image in the likeness of a rose - very creative. The words 'Special Friendship' were added to the front with a gromlet. A satin ribbon trim and single gemstone add the perfect finishing touches to this lovely card!Linda M's Card:
Though its difficult to see in the photo, Linda chose metallic red cards for this project - a nice touch! Linda created a lacy motif using a variety of heart and lace punches. A piece of pink grosgrain is woven through the white background strip, then topped with three pretty hearts: a vellum heart, a red cardstock heart, and a light pink embossed cardstock sticker heart. As a finishing touch, Linda placed a heart shaped gem in the peak of the envelope flap. Very pretty.Linda R's Card:
A 'heart'y welcome to our other brand new member, Linda R. from California! Linda got off to a great start with this bold card in black and red. Linda hand wove black and red strips to create a checkerboard mat which she framed atop a lacy background. Two of her hearts appear as paper clips on the front, but the third heart - why its inside of course, stamped with the heartfelt message, 'Happy Valentine's Day'.
My Card:
I guess the dreary winter had me in the mood for springtime brights, so I used lemony yellows and salmon pinks for a bit of pep! My three hearts were arranged as a flower with two pastel green leaves attached using 'staple stems'. I finished the center of the flower with a knotted ribbon. Overall, I think I was able to accomplish the cheery outcome I was hoping for.
A 'heart'y welcome to our other brand new member, Linda R. from California! Linda got off to a great start with this bold card in black and red. Linda hand wove black and red strips to create a checkerboard mat which she framed atop a lacy background. Two of her hearts appear as paper clips on the front, but the third heart - why its inside of course, stamped with the heartfelt message, 'Happy Valentine's Day'.My Card:
I guess the dreary winter had me in the mood for springtime brights, so I used lemony yellows and salmon pinks for a bit of pep! My three hearts were arranged as a flower with two pastel green leaves attached using 'staple stems'. I finished the center of the flower with a knotted ribbon. Overall, I think I was able to accomplish the cheery outcome I was hoping for.Hope you enjoyed all the results from this month's swap. Be sure to check back next month as we feature a selection of 'Thank You's', all designed in hues of blues! Enjoy your January!
Lisa
Lisa
