Cherish Isaac
I wanted to use today’s sketch challenge to make a card for Charmaine. She had a scheduled c-section on Tuesday! If one of you would like to send Charmaine a congratulations card, email me and I will give you her address.
I started with the Le Jardin paper and worked from there. But now I am not sure if it is too “un-babish” for that occasion. I will try again.
My card base is a sponged 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ piece of Always Artichoke, layered with a 4″ x 5 1/4″ piece of creamy shimmery cardstock.
The corner of this and the next layer were punched with the ticket corner punch.
The third layer was the striped paper from the Le Jardin Designer Paper.
The sponged Always Artichoke layer measures 3 1/4″ x 4 1/2″ and again is layered with a 1/4″ smaller piece of creamy shimmery cardstock and a 2 3/4″ x 4″ piece Le Jardin Designer paper.
I stamped the Medaillon twice. Once with Artichoke craft ink that was embossed with clear embossing powder, the second time with classic Artichoke ink. The embossed piece was punched out with the 1 1/4″ circle punch, layered on a 1 3/8″ Soft Sky cardstock circle and a sponged Artichoke scallop circle.
I punched the center of the regular stamped medaillon out with the 1/2″ circle punch and used it with my new Antique Brass Build-a-Brads. Well….let’s just say it’s another piece of hardware I will love using. Easy and GORGEOUS!!!!
Double Stitched River Rock grosgrain ribbon was wrapped around the smaller layeres vertically and the medaillon adhered over it with dimensionals.
The greeting is from Baroque Motifs. It’s stamped in Always Artichoke Craft ink and embossed with clear embossing powder.
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This is LOVELY and honestly, you just saved my life. I just pulled out this exact same piece of dp and this stamp set to make a card for tonight’s club. I just checked your blog before I sat down to make it and here was your card. Hope you don’t mind if I case. You’re a life saver! BTW - love all the xmas projects too!
Posted by: Ali | November 16th, 2007 08:39
Beautiful card as usual Beate. I’m sure Charmaine will love it. I’d love to have her address to send a special card her way.
Thanks for the sketch.
Posted by: mary jo albright | November 16th, 2007 08:46
Stunning card, Beate!
Posted by: Nancy Riley (stampinat6213) | November 16th, 2007 09:05
Another masterpiece, Beate! It’s beautimous! I hope to participate in your sketch challenge #28; life’s been real hectic lately. I would like to have Charmaine’s address, too, so I may send her a card. Thank you!
Posted by: Charlene Merrick (LilLuvsStampin) | November 16th, 2007 09:06
I bow to you, Beate….this is beautiful! Wonderful card! Charmaine will love it, for sure.
Posted by: loricraig | November 16th, 2007 09:06
This is beautiful, Beate — fabulous baby card, so different! I really like that added layer you put in — why didn’t I think of that?!! Have a wonderful weekend and get some rest, girl!
Posted by: Sharon Harnist | November 16th, 2007 09:20
Your card is very elegant! I love the Build-a-Brads too! You do wonders with this set!
Posted by: Staci | November 16th, 2007 09:43
Wow, that is beautiful, Beate!
Thanks for sharing,
Pam
Posted by: Pam Downs | November 16th, 2007 09:51
gorgeous card Beate! I absolutely love it!
Posted by: Kendra Giles | November 16th, 2007 09:57
This is gorgeous, my friend!
Posted by: jbalcer | November 16th, 2007 09:59
I think she will love it!
Posted by: Melissa | November 16th, 2007 10:05
This is a really nice card. Very masculine and elegant.
I know Charmaine will love it.
Janine
Posted by: Janine | November 16th, 2007 10:08
Babyish or non, I think it’s gorgeous!
Posted by: Shannan Teubner | November 16th, 2007 10:35
This card is gorgeous! I LOVE the layout and the colors that you used.
Posted by: Danielle | November 16th, 2007 11:00
This is georgous! I am sure she will live it.
Posted by: K. Thomas | November 16th, 2007 12:22
Hehehe………oops I mean love it.
Posted by: K. Thomas | November 16th, 2007 12:23
This is sooooo stunning. I’m sure it’ll help the healing! ;0) Mel
Posted by: Melissa M. M. M. | November 16th, 2007 12:29
This is beautiful, Beate!! Sending you an e-mail.
Posted by: Rose Ann | November 16th, 2007 12:56
Charmaine will adore this one Beate! I had three c-sections, the recovery is harder, but the babies come out so perfect! She’ll do great! Deb
Posted by: Deborah | November 16th, 2007 13:22
Beautiful card as always!
Posted by: amy | November 16th, 2007 13:30
Your card is beautiful, this is perfect for a baby boy card with the blues and greens and the word Cherish.
Babies are for Cherishing
Posted by: Lynn | November 16th, 2007 13:30
Here are mine. I made two beacause I wasn’t happy with the first one, but now I am not sure about either of them LOL
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/724245?cat=10060
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/724246?cat=500&ppuser=83386
Thanks for these wonder sketch challenges. They are so much fun.
Your card is as always beautiful!!
Patty
Posted by: patty holschen | November 16th, 2007 14:31
Wonderful card Beate! It’s gorgeous! Hope that Mom and baby are happy and healthy!
Posted by: Dawn E. | November 16th, 2007 14:55
I think it’s beautiful and is perfect for a baby boy.
Posted by: Jenn D | November 16th, 2007 14:59
This is a beautiful card. Very elegant! I’m sure she will love it!
Posted by: Crystal | November 16th, 2007 15:12
Wow, so gorgeous, elegant and classy! I’m completely inspired!!
Posted by: Rhonda | November 16th, 2007 15:15
This is totally beautiful. She’s going to LOVE it. Who wouldn’t -its gorgeous!
Enjoy your weekend Beate!
Posted by: Joanne B. | November 16th, 2007 21:39
This is a lovely card. I’m definitely inspired. Nice job.
Posted by: Tiffiny | November 17th, 2007 01:34
Beautiful card — sweet and elegant! I’m sure she’ll love it!
Posted by: christina fischer | November 17th, 2007 06:39
This card really speaks to me…my favorite color combination, and a lovely layout
Posted by: Pat S. | November 17th, 2007 10:25
Beate, this is absolutely gorgeous!!!! I’m sure Charmaine is going to love this!! I’m emailing you for her addy, right now!
Posted by: Laurie | November 17th, 2007 11:24
Beate, this is perfect for a baby card.
Posted by: Bonnie aka raduse | November 17th, 2007 13:48
Charlene is gonna love this…I heard on PP that she had her baby, then went to her blog and saw what a Sweetie he is…I would love her addy to send her a card too!!!
Hugs,
Lisa B
Posted by: Lisa Banks | November 17th, 2007 23:20
Absolutely beautiful!!! : )
Posted by: Sencie | November 18th, 2007 02:30
Very, very pretty.
JUDY
Posted by: Judy Tuttle | November 18th, 2007 06:49
Gorgeous card!!! I would love to send Charmaine a card…already have one made. Could you send me her addy? Thanks!
Posted by: Michele | November 18th, 2007 07:26
Very elegant–just right for her little “Isaac”
I like the stripes and colors…nicely done!
Posted by: Ink Something | November 20th, 2007 13:03
How elegant and lovely, Beate! It’s a perfect keepsake!
Posted by: Debbie Olson | November 20th, 2007 16:56
What a beautifull card, I’m sure Charmaine will love it. Could you send me her address. Thanks
Posted by: Julie Villeneuve | November 21st, 2007 09:22
WOW!
Posted by: Amanda Grimsley | November 21st, 2007 17:29
Very pretty, Beate! Don’t you just love that scallop punch?!!
Posted by: Dawn McVey (dawnsing) | November 21st, 2007 22:52
I think it’s beautiful! It’s nice to have untraditional baby cards.
Posted by: Gabby (Faieemom on SCS) | November 22nd, 2007 00:48
Gorgeous card and a great design. I plan to case this one!!
Posted by: Debbie G | November 22nd, 2007 21:49
Beate,
Finally I see where Marie get’s her challenges! I just read your blog. I have had a similar experience being away from my husband. We were married a year before my husband was even able to move to this country (he is from Holland). So, I wish you all the best being away from him. I know it will be weird at first and when he comes home it will be weird again. Your love will endure and he will be back again and in your arms so keep that thought.
Best wishes!
Kathy
Posted by: Kathy Tabbers | November 27th, 2007 10:48