Friday, September 16, 2011

My favorite season!

Yes, fall is coming…and with that is Thanksgiving!  Yum!  Today’s Flourishes set is all about thanks!  A Season of Thanks that is!
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I love all of the images in this set, but this one might be my favorite.  There’s just something about Indian corn that makes me smile!  It was such a classic decoration that was always on my grandparents front door for the fall holidays and not one that I find many people using today.  I love the warm fuzzy feeling that it gives me.  I can’t wait to buy it and put it on my front door!
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It’s stamped on Flourishes Classic White card stock and colored with Copics.  I really enjoyed coloring this image!  I love bittersweet vine and it looks so pretty with the corn.  There was some growing wild around the corner from me, but with a big tree that came down in the hurricane it looks like it took the vine with it.   I’m thinking that I should be seeing it by now, but I’ll keep looking and hoping!
I used Spellbinders Classic Ovals and Classic Scallop Oval LG to cut out the image and the mat.  I used the Ribbon Banner for the sentiment.  The sentiment is actually convex (curving down) but I placed it on the acrylic block reversing the curve so that it would fit nicely into the banner that I wanted to use.    My ribbon is May Arts crocheted trimmed velvet ribbon and it is a perfect companion to this warm fall image and the paper from the Memory Box Twiggy pack.   A few simple embellishments were adhesive gems and a button and rustic twine.  Voila!
Sumptuous samples abound on the blogs below!
Barbara Anders
Christine Okken
Cindy Lawrence
Dawn Burnworth
Julie Koerber
Stacy Morgan
Tammy Hershberger
Sharon Doolittle
Don’t forget to take advantage of all the ways that you can win these gorgeous stamp sets!
Want to win FLOURISHES ENTIRE RELEASE? Well you'll have a few chances! You can play in the Colors of Fall Challenge - just click HERE to find out how. You can also play in Flourishes' Noon Time Challenges that posted on the Flourishes Blog Wednesday and Thursday.
All of this week’s sets are live in the Flourishes store now!   Just click HERE!  for the New Release Bundle, which gives you all four of our stamp sets for 10% off!
And don’t forget to leave a comment on every DT members post today because someone is the…
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I hope you enjoyed this months release!  Thanks for stopping by and good luck on all the challenges!

35 comments:

Greta said...

Wonderfully designed & colored--Love the ribbon which gives the perfect touch!

petra,s cards said...

good morning gorgeous card love the warm fall colours!!!
xx petra

Karen W said...

Very pretty, that ribbon banner is perfect with this also. These sets are fantastic and I can't wait to get them.

ecpiercy said...

Beautiful card! Love the bittersweet and corn and what you done with the colors.

Naomi said...

Fabulous card, Danielle, love that LO and that awesome banner! Can't wait to get this set...Thanksgiving isn't even THAT big up here in Canada...we have a feast but, we don't really do cards...still, I ADORE this set...it's so GORGEOUS!

Anonymous said...

Sumptuous samples for sure!! Love your card! Your coloured your Indian corn so beautifully. I really like that banner spellbinder too... I'm on the hunt... That button on top too looks great... and the bling.
Beth Greco

stampqueen said...

Totally rockin card - love the indian corn too!!!

dinkuminkum said...

Hi Danielle,
What a fabulous card - your coloring is perfect.
Hugs, Anne P

Rosemary said...

absolutely stunning card!!

Janet L. said...

What could beat bittersweet and Indian corn? This is a great stamp and you've made it even better with your design and color choices!

Leslie said...

So, so, so beautiful! LOVE the coloring!!

Emily Keaton said...

SO beautiful!! I adore that Indian corn image!

Amanda said...

*Sigh* I love, Love this card, Danielle - but that was a given wasn't it? ;) I am in stunned awe of how your corn looks, you did a fabulous job on that! I love this set and you really made it shine for Flourishes :) Great job! :)

ChristineCreations said...

You did this image SO beautifully Danielle! Stunning coloring with such a feel of warmth. Gorgeous work!

Jan Garber said...

This stamp looks so pretty whether colored brightly, or like you did, with the subtle tones! Beautiful card!

Elizabeth said...

Beautiful design and rich autumn colours.

Donna said...

Fall has hit Indiana. We are suddenly wearing coats. Lovely card! I love the layout. The corn is adorable! So fall!

Stacy Morgan said...

Danielle I just love the soft feminine feel this has instead of the rich fall colors. Has to be my favorite so far. Beautifully done!

Tammy Hershberger said...

Beautiful card, Danielle! I LOVE how you colored the corn! I wanted to do that on mine, but couldn't make it look nearly as perfect as you did! Gorgeous design!

(LOL Word verification... hotte! Yep, that's what you are!)

Dee said...

Gorgeous card!! I love how you colored it using subtle tones, and the banner tag upside down looks great!!

Linda Carson said...

I just love your creative style! Beautiful artwork...as usual!

Beth Miller said...

So very fall and so well done. I especially love the green velvet ribbon. What a nice touch!

lisa808 said...

How pretty.

Ravengirl said...

How beautiful! I love that orange/coral color you used on your focal image mat and the ribbon in the image! It's amazing!

Jan Marie said...

Oh so elegant! Such a warm and rich card. Love the tiling behind the main image panel and that luscious velvet ribbon just adds to the overall richness!

Anette Eakins said...

Stunning card! Love the velvet ribbon.

Chrissy D said...

The colors are on this are beautiful! Wonderful image!

Sue D said...

Very pretty--I like your coloring and the banner.

Candy's Creations Blog said...

I love how you colored the corn and your ribbon is a perfect addition!

Bonnie said...

Think the corn is the favorite of the new release. Your card is stunning.

Peggy K said...

Coloring, texture, levels...love it all!!!

Leslie Miller said...

Utterly fabulous, Danielle! Exactly perfect with amazing coloring and design. Maybe that bittersweet vine will come back from the ground up next year.

Cindy Lawrence said...

Absolutely beautiful, girl! LOVE the colors on this...and your coloring is to DIE for!

Amy Sheffer said...

Oh my gosh -- how beautiful! Such a warm and cozy feel!

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