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Sunday, November 9, 2014

Bluebird Birthday

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When I approach a photo inspiration challenge, I make notes on what I'm drawn to in the photo. This week at The Pink Elephant they've got this photo:


My notes were: music notes, burlap, fall bouquet, white weathered wood.

The card that I made was directly inspired by three of those, even though it doesn't bear a large resemblance to the photo.


Supplies: Bluebird sticker from Penny Black; burlap ribbon from Stampin Up; wood veneer paper from MME; Colorbox Frost White pigment ink; white detail EP; gems from Dollarama; tag die from Cuttlebug; sentiment from Annabelle Stamps; Dusty Concord & Broken China distress ink; feather, button,  & fabric from stash


I picked up a few sheets of Penny Black stickers last week, and I love the detail they have (and that they help make a quick card...sometimes. Not this one. lol) The music notes on this one made me think of it for this challenge, and the bird made me think of the Fowl of All Kinds challenge at Open-Minded Crafting Fun - a two-fer! 

To create the 'weathered wood' I went back to my 'didn't buy enough' wood veneer, and swiped it with white ink. I decided to emboss it after  that to avoid smudging (not sure how it would dry on the veneer). It ended up a little more solidly coloured than I intended. The burlap was cut along one side to allow me to fray it a little bit. The blue fabric began as a 6" square, and I frayed the edges & heated it with my heat tool to melt it a little for a more intense colour & texture. I was really happy with how this turned out!

xoxo,
Jessi

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20 comments:

  1. ~amy~November 9, 2014 at 8:59 AM

    Jessi, I absolutely love this...soooo gorgeous!

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  2. Becca CrugerNovember 9, 2014 at 10:34 AM

    Ehrmagerd!!!! That's fabulous! When my birthday comes around you should send it to me because I love everything about it!

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  3. jimlynnNovember 9, 2014 at 11:24 AM

    I'd be more than happy how it turned out! It's just stunning and love the background behind that bird. Beautiful!
    Lynn

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  4. lostinpaperNovember 9, 2014 at 6:27 PM

    Love all those fabulous textures and elements on your card Jessi!

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  5. Robyn OliverNovember 9, 2014 at 6:32 PM

    Lovely interpretation of the challenge Jessi...sometimes it's difficult to leave the colour theme, just picking 3 elements is fab. Robyn

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  6. Carol LNovember 9, 2014 at 9:12 PM

    It's amazing how you created this after being inspired by the photo! I love how it turned out! I especially like the music sheet quietly working the background! NJ!

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  7. Melissa CraigNovember 9, 2014 at 10:03 PM

    So pretty! I love the colors and the bird is so soft it looks real!

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  8. Andrea WNovember 9, 2014 at 10:32 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous Jessi! All the textures and colors are wonderful.

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  9. LindseyNovember 10, 2014 at 1:22 AM

    Wow, pretty! Now I'm regretting not buying the PB stickers I almost bought yesterday. On the other hand, I'd never figure out how to make one look as good as this...

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  10. NanceNovember 10, 2014 at 8:39 AM

    Beautiful card, Jessi! I see the resemblances to the photo. Great interpretation! Thanks for sharing at The Pink Elephant Challenge! Hugs! Nance

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  11. JerrieNovember 10, 2014 at 8:43 AM

    Wonderful job! I am going to dig out my stickers and play with them today!!

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  12. Chris DringNovember 10, 2014 at 10:17 AM

    Wow, Jessi! This is gorgeous! Love that sticker as the center of attention!

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  13. *Vicki*November 10, 2014 at 10:53 AM

    Such a gorgeous design!! LOVE the colors and the burlap is a perfect addition to this creation! HUGS :)

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  14. UnknownNovember 10, 2014 at 10:58 AM

    This is gorgeous!! Love all the texture.. the burlap is fantastic! Love the feather too!! Just gorgeous!! And that bird is perfect!!! Thanks so much for playing along with us at Open-Minded Crafting Fun Challenges!!! Good Luck! I hope we see you again!!

    - Susan, Co-Owner @ Open-Minded Crafting Fun Challenges (DT Call Until Nov 22nd)
    {Scrap A Thousand Words}

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  15. JMC CreatesNovember 10, 2014 at 4:17 PM

    This image is awesome and I love the staging too. Layers & texture are my fav. Jacqui DT Open Minded Crafting Fun Challenges

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  16. GretaNovember 11, 2014 at 2:32 AM

    Artistic & beautiful, Jessi!

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  17. UnknownNovember 12, 2014 at 7:57 PM

    Thanks for playing at Open minded crafting! I just love this card! I am featuring you on our facebook page today!

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  18. DanaNovember 14, 2014 at 9:26 AM

    Wow!! This is gorgeous!! I LOVE LOVE the background, added ink and then embossing it!! Just an awesome way to make a weathered wood!!

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  19. maureenjscottNovember 19, 2014 at 7:08 AM

    Gorgeous! Thanks for sharing at Open-Minded Crafting Fun Challenges! Mo xxx

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  20. Crafting VickyNovember 21, 2014 at 2:27 PM

    This is really gorgeous! Love the textures on your card.

    Thanks for joining our fortnightly challenge here at Open Minded Crafting Fun Challenge. Hope you will join us next time co-owner Crafting Vicky.

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