Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Spread Your Wings


Hi there! Today is the Waltzingmouse Stamps Blog Party for April. This month's theme is 'new beginnings,' a perfect theme for springtime, don't you think?

Here is the card that I made. I have a friend that I used to work with that just accepted a new job - it was a big change for her and I wanted to let her know how excited I was for her and how proud I was of her courage. I thought a butterfly would be a perfect image for this theme. I used this week's WMS Sketch for my card.


I used the butterfly body and wings from Earth Angel to build my butterfly shape. I colored it with Copic markers, cut it out, and added some glitter to the wings. The butterfly was layered onto one of the circle images from Vintage Circles Small. The patterned paper at the bottom was custom stamped using the smaller flower images included in the Big Blooms - Poinsettias set.

I won't keep you, since you've got lots of partying to do. You have until 1:30 pm EST tomorrow (April 18) to link up with us if you would like to create something for the party, too!

Have a great day!

Anya

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Recipe
STAMPS: Earth Angel, Vintage Circles Small, Big Blooms - Poinsettias - Waltzingmouse Stamps
CARDSTOCK: Melon Berry - Papertrey Ink; Oatmeal - Wplus9
INK: Melon Berry, Aqua Mist, Spring Moss - Papertrey Ink; Barely Banana - Stampin' Up!; Antique Linen Distress Ink - Ranger Industries; Tuxedo Black Memento - Tsukineko
OTHER: Copic Markers (R00, R02); Filigree Border Die - Papertrey Ink; Banner Trio Die - Wplus9; Standard Circles Large - Spellbinders Paper Arts; Washi tape - American Crafts; Dazzling Diamonds glitter - Stampin' Up!; Sewing machine - Janome

21 comments:

  1. what a lovely spring creation Anya! love the soft colors - wonderful background stamping and pretty die cut lacy edge!

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  2. So pretty Anya! Looks like Spring has sprung in your corner of the world! That butterfly looks stunning!

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  3. This is beautiful Anya, such lovely pastel shades.

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  4. This card just makes ya smile with its beautiful flower panel and sweet little butterfly Anya!! Love the lacey border and dotted frame too!! Everything works together so beautifully!!

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  5. Anya, your card looks beautiful!! I love the colours, the gorgeous border piece and the beautiful butterfly. Love this!!

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  6. Your stamped background paper is fabulous - a great way to use the pointsettias out of season :-)

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  7. I just ordered Earth Angel so I was happy to see you use it on your card This is such a beautiful , and thoughtful card for your friend starting her new job.

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  8. Love that intricate lacey edge die. Nice job on the sketch, too.

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  9. That butterfly is amazing Anya and I love the pretty little poinsettias stamped on the bottom section - really pretty!! such a gorgeous colour combo too x

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  10. Oh beautiful butterfly, Anya! Yet another reason why everyone should own Earth Angel :) LOVE your stamped flowers...looks like patterned paper! I had to do a double take!! You used this week's sketch so beautifully!

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  11. This is beautiful!
    Love that sparkly butterfly...
    but really dying over that stamped paper...
    Poinsettia!!
    Love it in those colors...
    now if I can just remember to steal this from you! ;)

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  12. Love the colors and your butterfly is pure genius

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  13. How did you ever think of making a butter fly with those wings? Honestly, how adorable. I agree with Kelly, everyone should own this set and I better get going with that myself! I love the fillagree border along the side of your card, great idea, adds such an elegant touch.

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  14. Anya, this is so beautiful! Love the gorgeous butterfly!

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  15. I absolutely love how you created the patterned paper with the small poinsettias! Such a beautiful card!

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  16. Beautiful card, Anya! Your background paper is amazing! What a wonderful way to use the poinsettia set. And your butterfly is stunning!

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  17. Anya, Who needs to buy patterned paper with a background like that. Wow! Love all the pretty colors - can I case that? A perfect flower garden for your butterfly! So pretty!

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  18. what a beautiful, soft, spring card!

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  19. Gorgeous Anya, such sweet colours and amazing stamping!

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  20. So very pretty, Anya. What a perfect sentiment for this special occasion in your former co-worker's life. She'll be tickled pink!

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  21. Anja- how brilliant is this? what a great way to look at your poinsettias and i am super excited how you used this oldie but goodie stamp (Earth Angel) i keep waffling if i should add it, but i think you sold me ;) i love your colors tho! fab fab inspiration!

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