Yes, I am practicing card making. I should say, it might be a bit embarrassing, but it was the allure of the RAKs available that lured me in. As many of us know...scrappy mail and RAK's have an addictive sort of quality. And also, there seems to be a little more purpose behind the cards, which means making them is easier. DH asked for some to use as thank you's at work. He also asked me to make a baby gift card for a co-worker. It seems as if his request has opened the flood gates of creativity. So I guess I'll share a few of my endeavors with you.
This was made using a Sassy Lil' Sketch from the October card Crazy event. It was for the baby gift. I of course had to use my new cute little duckling stamp!
The following were created using sketches from the Sketch-a-thon at Sketches for all. There are monthly and weekly card activities as well as Scrapbook page sketches there...along with lots of chances for the beloved RAK's.
I used Stampin up's paper for these. The papers were so easily matched and easily used. To make the tree trunks, I used a Halloween stamp...but only inked the bottom of the tree. I then fussy cut the trunks and added the tops.
Aww! Cute duckies! I totally get why you can't get into card making.....I struggle with it myself. You did a great job so I think you should keep it up! Thanks for using a Sassy sketch! Good luck! I hope you can get a little something something in the mail from CupCards{togo}! lol
ReplyDeleteGreat cards! I love the little duckling stamp! Love the trees, too! :-)
ReplyDeleteI understand your card making thoughts. I had to reframe myself to love the fact that there are a handful of people who truly cherish my cards and that is what I focus on.
ReplyDeleteYour cards are adorable! I love the ducks...quack, quack. And the trees are fabulous. Love the contrast of the brown trunk against the blue/white color combo. Thanks for sharing with us at Sassy Lil' Sketches!!!
I totally understand not wanted to make something that someone will just toss. I usually give mine away to those who I know keep cards as keepsakes. I'm glad the prize made you decide to make one. Your cards are beautiful.
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