I saw the new FTL105 sketch and I decided to play along. Of course, as you can tell by my title, I kinda added to the card. I don't think I overdid it though, keeping the embellies to a single color, making them blend easier.
I chose my colors off of the new Stampin' Up! Color Coach (#120148) ~ certainly celery, pink pirouette and soft suede. I could see the pink and celery together, but the soft suede did not jive in my head. Good thing I kept going, because I really like how it turned out! The image is from the Just Believe set (#120453 clear ; #116948 wood) as well as the sentiment. I inked up the image with my markers, though, so I could separate out the flowers in the picture. I also added it on to the envelope to make it more special.
I added the pink ribbon (retired) and button (new in upcoming mini !!) over the Dotted Scallop Ribbon punch strip (#119275). I really like how soft the card is, but the pop of the suede is effective without being to sharp. I did sponge the celery layer, too, for a bit of distressing. Tootles, have fun and happy stamping!!
It's lovely!
Posted by: Judi 'Stamparooni' | August 29, 2010 at 07:15 PM
Julie----
I used to stop by your blog often, but somewhere along the lines it fell off my radar. I think my jaw dropped when I got there just now seeing the "new you" photo! My goodness! You look amazing! what a journey you must have been on~~~congrats!
Posted by: Shelli | August 29, 2010 at 08:47 AM
Soft and pretty. I like the border punch you used.
Posted by: Susan (peebsmama) | August 29, 2010 at 08:17 AM
Love your card. Great how you used the punch !
Posted by: Krista Visser-Driessen | August 29, 2010 at 06:51 AM
so pretty, love the soft stamping and the matching envelope!
Posted by: Conniecrafter | August 28, 2010 at 04:19 PM
Stilll keeping you and your husband in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep us posted with new updates.
Posted by: Shay | August 28, 2010 at 06:50 AM
i think it great card u never over do it
Posted by: jane | August 28, 2010 at 05:30 AM
Very pretty card and the colors did go together very well! The more I see the boarder strip, the more I want it! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Samantha | August 28, 2010 at 12:06 AM
The card is very pretty, and is a great CAS. I love those cards, when you need to do them in a hurry. Love the colors.
Posted by: Connie | August 27, 2010 at 10:28 PM
Woohoo!! I got to be the lucky recipient of this gorgeous card. Thanks Julie!!
Posted by: Jocelyn Buhler | August 27, 2010 at 09:28 PM
Very very pretty and different.
Posted by: Evelyn M Mahanay | August 27, 2010 at 09:22 PM
oh soooooooooo pretty.... looking at it made me think of the word....soft... thank you for sharing your creativity
Posted by: Cookie | August 27, 2010 at 07:52 PM
beautiful card - I love it!
Posted by: chickie | August 27, 2010 at 07:47 PM
I love the card and the colour combination. I just love the "Just Believe" set.
Ter ;)
Posted by: Terri | August 27, 2010 at 07:38 PM