Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Wednesday's {Cards} No Sentiment

This weekend I created two quick cards. What made them quick is that they are nearly identical. That allowed me to quickly cut two of everything. The other thing I did was not use a sentiment on either card. One is being sent as a thank you card, and one is being sent as a condolence card. I can either add the individual sentiments to each card later or leave them blank. 
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For these cards, I used basic cardstock and the Graphic45 Secret Garden paper pack. I also used the Blue Fern Studios Vintage Locks chipboard and added a different lock to each card. I think the heart-shaped lock is very appropriate for the condolence card.

Papers: Paper Trey Ink cs, Graphic45 Secret Garden
Blue Fern Studios chipboard: Vintage Locks (Tim Holtz picket fence crackle paint)
Embellishments: SU Fancy Fan embossing folder; Creative Cafe buttons; hand-dyed Hug Snug seam binding; May Arts twine; Petaloo Mantis Green mini floral; leaves from Wild Orchid Crafts; sewing machine

I think in the future, I may start making two of everything without sentiments so that I will have them ready to use for any purpose. I love that. Thanks for stopping by!
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13 comments:

  1. Lisa Rukin SwiftMay 15, 2013 at 7:46 AM

    These are gorgeous, Patter! Everything works so beautifully together.

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  2. MirabyllMay 15, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    I love your cards! Like dreams! Thank you so much for sharing!

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  3. AnonymousMay 15, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    These are lovely. Do you pack them especially to mail, since they are three-dimensional? The flowers are so pretty; I'd hate for them to arrive flattened. Thanks-Jennifer in Ohio

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  4. Patter CrossMay 15, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    Jennifer, I usually put them in a bubble envelope. I haven't heard of any arriving damaged. :) Blessings,

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  5. Kimberly KettMay 15, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    BEAUTIFUL Cards!

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  6. msmith434343May 15, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    Oh, Patter, they are so lovely! I'm so in love with that blue bow!

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  7. Michelle GrayMay 15, 2013 at 12:55 PM

    So beautiful! I'm sure each will be received with tremendous appreciation. TFS!

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  8. Traci S.May 15, 2013 at 2:41 PM

    Beautiful cards, Patter! I love the heart shaped lock. I never add a sentiment when I make a card, at least until I know what I am using it for...works out well for me. And, if I don't have room left for a sentiment when I need the card, I stamp it inside! I hope this works nicely for you. Praying you and yours are doing wonderfully!

    His,
    Traci Starkweather

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  9. AnonymousMay 15, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    Such beautiful vintage work! Love all the lush details and the crackled lock~

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  10. StephanieMay 15, 2013 at 4:42 PM

    What beautiful cards, Patter!! I really like the colors you used and the flowers are gorgeous!! May the Lord bless you today.

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  11. FleursbydesignMay 15, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    Beautiful cards, love the flowers :)

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  12. Michelle PriceMay 15, 2013 at 11:56 PM

    Gorgeous! Love the crackle paint!

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  13. Dana Weaver MooreMay 16, 2013 at 12:35 AM

    Patter these are absolutely beautiful.

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