Hi Friends! Happy Tuesday to you. Things are really poppin' at PTI, aren't they? Not only is there a dynamite choice of color inspiration photos to choose from for this week's Make it Monday, but the REALLY BIG NEWS is that we can pre-order Stamp-A-Faire supplies! I can hardly wait for July 21st. To get the scoop, click HERE.
Ok. Now that I have stopped hyperventilating, I want to share with you the card I made using this color inspiration:
I think color challenges are the most difficult for me. This was no exception. First of all, I had trouble choosing one to work off of. Each one is so pretty. (Maybe I'll try another one or two before the week is over.) Secondly, there were five colors in each inspiration photo! I rarely use more than three. To make it even more challenging, Nichole encouraged us to use "the rule of three" for visual balance and continuity. I think I fulfilled the requirements and I am pleased with the results of my card. I really enjoyed combining and arranging the elements. I only managed to use "Fine Linen" as a mat layer-just could not effectively incorporate it into this design. I even tried it as the card base, which looked good, but this was just better, you know? The actual colors are much softer than the photo...sorry I couldn't get better lighting.
I hope you have a wonderful rest of the week. I woulds love to hear any thoughts you would like to share about this project before you go.
Thanks for stopping by,
Suzanne
Supplies: All Papertrey Ink unless noted
Card Stocks: Kraft, Fine Linen, Terra Cotta Tile, Aqua Mist, Vintage Cream
Inks: Palette Haystack, Aqua Mist, Classic Kraft, Dark Chocolate
Stamps: Take Note, Sending You, Half & Half, BB:Postmarks
Dies: Sending You, Half & Half, Notched Flowers
Other: 1/2" and 3/4" circle punches by EK Success
LOVE IT Suzanne! Great use of the postage background and the half and half. The texture on it is super. Great choices, assembled beautifully!
ReplyDeleteThis is just GREAT! I really like how you framed the sentiment on the notched flower. really makes it pop! The colors are fabulous as well - I really like the way you interpreted them - and added texture and interest along the way!
ReplyDeleteI am so happy to hear someone else only uses about 3 colors on their cards! Sometimes, I only use two! Your card is so pretty Suzanne, I love that you used the half and half die and also the new notched flower. The sentiment fits so well inside that larger flower. This is really pretty, you did a great job.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! Don't you love the new postage backgrounds? I love these colors and think I'll use it for my card too. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat take on the challenge. I can see all of your 3's balanced perfectly.
ReplyDeleteFive colors are definitely hard in color challenges, but you knocked it out of the park! I love those subtle polkadots in the background :)
ReplyDeleteMaria
Great job on the rule of 3! Your card is so pretty! Love your notched flower with the sentiment, fits perfectly.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card ! I think I need to use more rules. I also still need to finish the video . Beautiful balance , as always on your cards.
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty card, love how you have used the colours
ReplyDeleteLoveeeeeeee THIS! I love the sentiment and how you placed it in the circle! I'm horrible with color challenges too... or specifically all challenges because of the limitations. I think you did an awesome job with this set of colors!
ReplyDeleteThis card is just plan awesome!!! You used the colors so well and the images are WOW!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is funny because I was struggling with the rule of three as well as using all of those colors as well. Your card turned out so pretty! It is very eye catchingly beautiful!
ReplyDeleteSuzanne...I agree that "color" challenges are hard...I struggled with it also. But you did a fabulous job...beautiful in fact!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty! Love the bold flowers and how you used the colors.
ReplyDeleteThis card really jumped out of the group to me. It really is lovely and I'm going to have to have the half & half dies. I've been wanting them and you've pushed me over the edge!
ReplyDeleteAn amazing use of the color palette! This card is bold and gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThis card is awesome!! I love the way you featured the sentiment.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for all your kind comments on my blog - of COURSE I am not sorry you found my blog... what a treat to find all those nice things you said!! :D
Suzanne,
ReplyDeleteThis card is amazing. I love the flowers and the colors are great.
This is a beautiful card, Suzanne. I love how you used the colors in this combo. So nicely done! ;-)
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful card. I know what you mean about 5 colors. That was a stretch for me, too. But, you did it and with such style, too! I really love the color scheme you picked--if I have time to do another card, these are the colors I would use.
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous Suzanne, I love the fab funky flowers, and the design is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI love your take on this color combo!
ReplyDeleteYou have a beautiful card there!
ReplyDeleteOh, gorgeous Suzanne! I love what you have done with this color scheme! It has a bit of a Southwesty look to it too. You did a perfect job of implementing the Rule Of Three!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fabulous card Suzanne. Of course your cards always are. :)
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful, great job with that color combination. That sentiment with those flowers, just so sweet.
ReplyDeleteI had to come see your site from a comment you left on another blog...I love your avatar! and now I'm so glad I did. I love your style! this card is great and those butterflies on your last post are divine...you totally captured the inspiration!
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