Sketch Saturday birthday card



This card is for a chum of my daughter's, who reaches the ancient age of 24 tomorrow! The image is The Greeting Farm, one of the Oliver and Amelia sets.

The sketch is this week's Sketch Saturday and I really like how it showcases the Basic Grey 'Origins' paper. The buttons are from the button-box I inherited from my MiL, the little ones have a really pearly sheen. I used embroidery thread to make the ties.

I have just realised I forgot to add a sentiment to the bottom right corner - wot a plonker! It's too late now, the card will be out of the front door in about 5 minutes!

I hope you're all having a good weekend! Thanks for looking!

luv, Mags x

Promarkers: Tan, caramel, cinnamon, Burnt Sienna; Dusky Pink, Putty, Pastel Pink; Honeycomb, Burnt Orange; Powder Blue, Sky Blue, Azure; Ivory, Lime Green, Lime Zest, Tulip Yellow, Gold

Comments

Daniele said…
lovin' your little guy card esp. all the buttons at the side
hugs
Sunday, February 20, 2011
melsanford said…
Oh, this is lovely! The image is so sweet :-) And I love the colours.... Love 'n' hugs, Mel xx
Sunday, February 20, 2011
the crafty duck said…
Hi Mags,love this the image is fab, your daughters friend will love it!! The papers are lovely too, love Steph
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Stephie said…
What a beautiful card. I like this cute image and the colours....
Monday, February 21, 2011
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