Happy Hump Day! I have a card for you today that I think will make you happy and also say…I could use this layout/design fro so many occasions!
When I was in Houston, the gal across from me created this layout (hers was the Happy Birthday one) and when she showed me her worked I perked up and said, I would love to take a picture of it and also CASE it! I just knew you all would love it.
To me, this is one of those cards that hold the test of time because they are a classic and also a card that you can use so many different color combinations /sentiments.
The frameits that are used are the Botanical Builder Framelits and they can still be found on the clearance rack (just $19.80), I was shocked when she shared with me that this is what she used as honestly, this was a set that I did not use often but trust me, I cranked out a bunch of these puppies!
I decided to give it a try with a Christmas Theme and I think it worked out….what do you think? You can see that the layout itself is very straightforward. All you need to do is cut out (3) of each of the elements.
The sentiment came from the Snowflake Sentiments Bundle and YES – I would get the bundle on this one as the framelits are over the top on this one….
Look at what you have and just make it work. You can see that the Birthday one used pearls for the accents….and for the Christmas one I used the wee bitty dots from the Owl Builder Punch with Red Glimmer to create the accent….just have fun!
I happen to adore the “movement” that the flowers give…you can pull them forward for a dramatic look or simply leave them flat!
Here is a tip….if you are watching a game…a movie etc – why not pull scraps that you have and go to town cutting away. Plop your Mr. Big right with you and get ahead of the game (ha-ha) as you will be so happy that you have elements cut and ready to rumble when you want to make a card,
Here is also something that I would do…I would make up a bunch of these at one time with different colors and simply leave off the sentiment so when you need a card….POOF……stamp the sentiment and you are good to go!
I think that it is very fair to say that we all have a copious amount of product and even if you do not have these framelits I am sure that you have a floral one that will do the trick. It’s all about the (3’s) – just taking 3 of the same elements and use that as your focal and go from there! It will never let you down!
I used easy-peasy glue dots to put this whole thing today. Not only does it work like a charm ii is sooooo darn fast! Remember, there are ALWAYS ways to make projects simpler.
Well, there you go… a super card that can go through the test of time. These are the types of cards that catch my fancy; I ask you, why do we complicate things so?
Well I am in air right now on my way to Salt Lake City. I am blessed that I have 4 team members and a new gal that is by herself that is joining our fun……after all – I am the very 1st person that loves to rescue dogs and the name that we call our team is the Top Dogs…..so of course my heart is always opening to welcome someone. (She is going to think we are crazy….but it will be fun!)
The 6 of us are going to have a fun time together. Last night we started the slumber party early at Ramsey’s as we needed to be at the airport by 5:15…we made it and we are excited to have a fun time!
I brought my big camera so I am hopeful to take some great pictures and of course I will share. You know me, I love to share with you and I truly wish that each and every one of you could be with us.
I just keep pinching myself that I feel so lucky to laugh, learn and make these amazing friendships with so many amazing and talented crafters.It is always fun and healthy to be with people that make you laugh, make you smile, simply make your day!
I will see you on Friday as I will share with you my swap card that I made. Trust me, it is a total “Susan card” being that it is super simple but I was tickled with it…..it’s a keeper and one that I am actually going to make more of to send.
Enjoy the day, make a memory and don’t forget how incredibly blest we are! 🙂
This is a beautiful card and yes, a classic.
Love your work.
STUNNING ! Thanks for sharing AND looking forward to reading about your adventures in UTAH ! So glad you rescued the new SU PUP /DEMO !!
BTW…..I love SNOOPY !!
Beautiful card….simple and classic! Have fun in Utah and can’t wait to hear all about it.
Love this Susan! I put my Botanical Builders bundle in the “to sell” pile but I keep taking it out! I think it’s going to be -as you say -a keeper!!!
Gorgeous card, Susan! So elegant. You are such an inspiration. Have oddles of fun with all your top doggies.
What a beautiful card!!!!! It is always a delight to open your blog and find what’s waiting.
Have the best time ever in Utah!!! Looking forward to Friday’s swap card and maybe some pictures too. ?
Susan, this is a beautiful card that I will definitely be CASEing.
Have a wonderful time in Salt Lake City. Hope Daisy doesn’t miss her mama too much! ?
I absolutely LOVE everything about this card!!! Have a fantastic time in SLC Susan!
Susan, Love the card and have all I need to make them too. Great idea about die cutting/punching out earlier. Have the greatest time this weekend.
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Hi Susan. I love this card. I got this set from someone who was de-stashing and felt so lucky. Now I can make this beautiful card or three in different colors as you suggested. I love it in the Christmas theme. Have a blast in SLC. Can’t wait to hear all about it.
What a stunning card! Love the white and your holiday pop of color!
Susan, this card makes my heart sing!!! Thank you so much for sharing it, and thanks to the lady that shared it with YOU! I was sitting at my craft desk trying to decide what birthday card to make for an adult niece and couldn’t come up with a thing. Voila, there was your post…and my search is over! It’s the perfect card! Simple, but stunning. And it is definitely going to be used over and over again. Have a wonderful trip!
Talk to you over the fence again soon,
Barbara C in SC
Have a great time with your friends! I really like this card. Do you happen to know what color is on the original (which green)? I actually like your card with the pop of red better, but for a sympathy card I like the softer green. It is a very versatile card that could be used in many circumstances. Thanks
Enough about the card already – everyone has talked about it. Did you get one of those mats or whatever that Mary Fish got that has the concrete finish to it (from Amazon)? I don’t remember the concrete look with your photos. It looks great whatever it is! Both cards are really cool looking by the way.
I feel like a wayward pup who found some long lost toys. I am playing with some really old paper from a pad from Walmart that I have had for eons. I can not believe that there are some tags from the tag kit last year that actually look so good with some of the weird paper. It is like an OMG moment every once in awhile when I pull out something from a box of stuff! The paper is newspaper thin but it works on top of a cardbase well. These are for the nursing home project. Ted finally got tired of me saying, well look at this – it goes so well! At least I am being very productive while you all are having a great time in Salt Lake City. Stay safe, learn lots, and have a bundle of fun!
I love this stamp set. I never thought of using it for Christmas but I definitely will be making some. Thank you for sharing with us.
Oh my! Your Christmas version of this completely lovely card is a real home one. Will definitely be trying my hand at creating it. Have fun in Utah.
Oops, I really need to reread and edit things before I hit send. I meant to say it is a “home run” card!
Love this idea and layout! This is an exceptional die set and I think it is a keeper.
Susan, this is one gorgeous card. Just love it. I am going to try this real soon.
Thanks for posting this!
Shirl