the sweetest thing

Jan 22, 2010

happy life



I'm a huge fan of letting the embellishments do all the work on a card and I am loving how these little flowers from Martha Stewart do just that! Stickers, punches, rhinestones, ribbon and a very happy sentiment.  LOVE it!!

Be back soon!
Karen


recipe:
stamps: Happy Everything
paper: Cameo Coral, Very Vanilla, Kraft card stock
ink: Cameo Coral, Memento Rich Cocoa
accessories: Martha Stewart Crafts flower stickers, butterfly punch (Martha Stewart Crafts), Taylor's Tiny Twinkles (Taylored Expressions), Very Vanilla 5/8" grosgrain ribbon, Latte designer buttons, ecru embroidery floss

20 comments:

Caryl P said...

Such a beautiful card Karen, I love the double mat behind the kraft!

Olenka said...

You make some of the most beautiful cards!!!

Marisa said...

Absolutely LOVE this! May have to invest in that MS flower punch LOL!

the whimsical butterfly said...

I ADORE THIS-OMG! Beautiful and those pinks really pop on the kraft!

Maureen said...

adorable!! love the blossoms, butterflies and that yummy ribbon!!

Rachel Hope said...

Love love love this!!!! Awesome flowers, love the asian look!

Dina said...

STUNNING!!!

Shawne said...

Beautiful card and I love how easy it was to do, that just makes it even better!

Ruby said...

What a gorgeous card. Love everything about it!

inkypuddles said...

beautiful! love your work!

Kelly Schelske said...

It's so pretty Karen!

Debbie Pamment said...

This is just gorgeous Karen - perfect blend of everything!
xXx

Laural-Lee said...

This just beautiful Karen! I love all the punches and the rhinestones on the butterflies! The colours are amazing. It makes me look at Cameo Coral in a whole new light. Is that lighter pink Pretty in Pink?

Diane said...

Absolutely gorgeous!!!

Chrissy's Creations said...

Beautiful.

Nancy L. said...

your card is just plain beautiful!!!! WOW!

Joan said...

A wonderfully beautiful card.

Jessica G. said...

Oooh, I have the MS punch with multi-sized flowers that would work with this technique, too. Thanks for an awesome idea showcased on a gorgeous card! Your work is so clean and elegant!!

Whimsey said...

Adorable - love the colors!!

Anthonette said...

Such a delightful card, just like you! Love it.

I'm so happy I got to meet you this weekend! This had to be my most fun crafty weekend ever.