Freshly Made Sketches #322






Today I am entering the challenge at Freshly Made Sketches #322  for the first time!  I follow Narelle Farrugia, and often Pin her cards and the sketch, but this time I felt I should actually enter too:)





I made this card yesterday for a friend about to undergo an operation, and as you can see, it complies with the sketch perfectly!

My products are from everywhere - My Favourite Things - Beautiful Butterflies for the watercoloured stamps, but as I didn't own the accompanying die, I used a Memory Box die for a rough outline, then trimmed it a little to look better.  I used a variety of Distress Inks for the colour.  The scalloped frame is from my stash, popped up with foam,  and the sentiment is by Clearly Besotted.  Some Ranger Enamel dots have been added.


I hope to be able to enter this challenge again soon!

Comments

  1. lostinpaper1 February 2018 at 15:48

    This is absolutely beautiful Ann, I adore the bright textured colour on your butterflies, it's sure to bring a smile to anyone's day!

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  2. Ali P1 February 2018 at 20:18

    Absolutely stunning, those butterflies are so eye catching. Love your design

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  3. Skye1 February 2018 at 22:11

    Absolutely gorgeous. Love the beautiful bright butterflies

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  4. Jen Timko2 February 2018 at 04:12

    This is breathtakingly beautiful! What a beautiful treasure for your friend to know how loved they are. So glad to see you this week at FMS!

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  5. Karren6 February 2018 at 08:02

    Absolutely gorgeous card, Ann! The butterflies are amazing and I love how you were inspired by the sketch. Thanks so much for joining us at Freshly Made Sketches.

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  6. Teresa Kline6 February 2018 at 11:40

    stunning, luv the butterflies! I am so glad you played along with us at
    freshly made sketches!

    blog-paperie blooms
    ig-2klines

    sparkle & shine, kindness *~*

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