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7/13/2015

Thank you...More Poppies

Good afternoon and welcome. Thank you to everyone who left sweet anniversary wishes for us.Each one was so very much appreciated. Our day was quiet, but pleasantly relaxed. Another very hot day, so we stayed inside in the cool air conditioning all day. We had an invitation to go out to dinner, but neither of us really wanted to get 'fixed up' to go out, and we had plenty of leftovers that needed to be eaten. Not a very romantic way to spend an anniversary, but it suited us just fine! A wonderful part of being married for this long, is: we are very comfortable with each other, and enjoy doing 'nothing' together.. which I find is a very good place to be. It's also fun to do 'something' together, but never have to feel that we must - to be content & happy. (My wisdom, such as it is ...for the day - LOL!).

Please help me welcome a lovely new follower, Gail of Gail's Place.
 
Gail & I have met on the HLS Christmas Challenge DT and I'm looking forward to getting to know a wonderfully talented new friend. Thanks for becoming my newest follower.

Remember that I said I'd made several cards with the very nice Rubbernecker stamp and here is another one. These posts are not necessarily being done in the same order as the cards were made.



 
- another Brusho created background... don't really remember which specific blues & greens were used. But isn't it so pretty? The stamp was inked with versamark, stamped over the well dried Brusho background, then sprinkled with some Hero Arts white EP, and heat set. The embossing is quite nice, but it doesn't allow for the shading as done on this card. Still a pretty but different look with this stamp.
 
- a S/Binder label 20 die to cut out the card. Decided I liked the shape so this turned into a shaped card, hinged at the side. The outer edge of the front piece was sponged with a finger dauber and Delicata Gold.
 
- 3 layers of white snippets cut the Elizabeth Craft sentiment. Each layer was colored with Copic 110 and then the top layer was colored with a WoS clear marker. Very simply done, but I like this card very much, and it's for a VIP - whom I hope will like it too!
 
Thanks for your visit, and come again when you have time. Right now - alas - too hot to enjoy the porch swing.
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37 comments:

  1. Pippa7/13/15, 12:01 PM

    Interesting effect, Mary. Looks good against the brusho background. I wonder if black for the poppies/tulips would work too or even gold or silver. x

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  2. Viv7/13/15, 12:04 PM

    Love Rubbernecker stamps! Great job here Mary. x

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  3. jimlynn7/13/15, 12:10 PM

    Another gorgeous card! Love the Brusho's and the image in white like that. Beautiful shape for you card too!
    Happy Anniversary - late I suppose. Glad y'all had a good day.
    Lynn

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  4. My Card Attic: Hazel7/13/15, 12:27 PM

    How lovely that card is Mary! Love the technique you have used! Have a lovely week! Hazel xx

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  5. Sarah7/13/15, 12:52 PM

    Wow Mary, such a different effect from this amazing stamp and I love the beautiful background. Martin and I are also happy to just "be" these days. We spent our early married years running a successful business and raising the littleys which meant little time together so now the boys are independent we are able to enjoy time for it's own sake rather than trying to fill it!! xx

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  6. Jacee7/13/15, 12:53 PM

    I love these backgrounds that you do Mary, you are so creative and a lovely clever lady, I do love visiting your blog, your posts are always a joy to read.
    Your Anniversary sounds just perfect to me, just the sort of thing me and hubby would do, we don't 'do' fuss so your relaxed day would suit us fine, minus the heat of course! LOL
    hugs Jacee
    Simply Paper Card Design

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  7. Lisa7/13/15, 1:16 PM

    Gorgeous, Mary!! The brusho background looks so amazing!! I just love the colors!! The shape is fabulous!! We are in the midst of some strong storms so no enjoying the porch swing here, either!! Have a great day :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  8. cuilliesocks7/13/15, 1:56 PM

    Hello Mary, this is beautiful, I love your card shape and the white poppies, hugs Kate x

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  9. Susanne Vargas7/13/15, 2:24 PM

    What a pretty, shaped card! Love the brusho background - they are on my wish list!
    Thanks for becoming a follower! I am returning the favor and will welcome you on my blog soon!
    Btw, I am in Vermont and don't often get to Boston, so I don't know about the store you mentioned. Will keep it in mind when I do get down there, though!

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  10. Liz7/13/15, 2:26 PM

    Gorgeous background, Mary and I love the shape of the card. The white flowers look stunning against the background. xx

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  11. Hazel7/13/15, 3:04 PM

    Mary I know what you mean about being comfortable with each other doing nothing, we are the same. I am glad you enjoyed doing nothing. Love your card, the shape and the flower look is beautiful. Hazel x .

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  12. Jean7/13/15, 3:36 PM

    Hi Mary, I'm glad you enjoyed your anniversary day.
    I love the effect of your white flowers against the beautiful colours of your Brusho background. I love the shape of your card as well and the gold edging accentuates it beautifully.
    Jean x

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  13. Redanne7/13/15, 4:06 PM

    I think the way you spent your anniversary IS romantic, it is just the kind of thing we would do too. Your card is absolutely stunning, I love the shape, the colour of the background and the bold image - just love it! You are so clever with those brushos... Hugs, Anne xx

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  14. Kathleen7/13/15, 4:13 PM

    Gorgeous background and love the white image, great shape of card reminds me of a shell.

    Kath x

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  15. Sue7/13/15, 4:57 PM

    Hi Mary sorry I haven't been around much but hubby hasn't been well but he's home from hospital now thank goodness...been catching up on all your fab creations!!! and happy belated anniversary too lots of huggles Sue xxx

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  16. gail7/13/15, 5:04 PM

    Thanks for the mention and blog link. Love your brusho background, I must have a play with mine! Gail xx

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  17. pam7/13/15, 5:33 PM

    Beautiful card Mary, love this background and white poppies.
    Glad you enjoyed your day..
    Hugs Pam x

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  18. rachel7/13/15, 5:46 PM

    Hello mary - so glad to hear you enjoyed your anniversary - sounds blissful to me .... thanks for your kind words too - and the info about the problem with blogger. Love your card too! Big hugs rachel x

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  19. Shelly Schmidt7/13/15, 6:27 PM

    Happy Anniversary- Belated- to you! I have been on the road and just settling in at home for a catch up day. I just love the watercolor look to the flowers- so pretty- and your Brusho card is awesome! I have been dabbling with them and really love the vibrant colors!

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  20. Bonnie7/13/15, 7:08 PM

    Wow, Mary, love, love, love this background! Such a pretty blending of colors and movement! The white embossed flowers play off the background beautifully. Love the shaped card too!

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  21. Diane7/13/15, 10:21 PM

    Wonderful design Mary.

    Hugs Diane

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  22. MiamiKel7/14/15, 12:10 AM

    superb card, Mary! Lovely use of color and the brusho - what a wonderful focal point the poppies have as the stark white against the beautiful blue-green hues! Stunning. Happy b'ltd anniversary to you - its' a beautiful thing when you can stay home and be happy and 'just be you' knowing it's okay, too! There's always celebrating when you feel up to it :)

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  23. Patricia7/14/15, 2:03 AM

    Hello Mary, glad you had a day doing what you wanted to do.
    We love to just do what we like rather than all the "fuss and bother"
    Love your stunning card, the stamp is brilliant, very usable.

    Thank you for your support. I am really missing Blogging.
    Hopefully the "snooper" will go take a break as well so I can get back on track.
    Hate the thought that there is someone watching!!
    Have a great day
    Patricia x

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  24. aussie aNNie7/14/15, 5:53 AM

    Beautiful poppies Mary, lovely stamp.xx
    {aNNie My Personal Blog}

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  25. Shona Erlenborn7/14/15, 9:12 AM

    GORGEOUS! I love this, probably because it is a silhouette stamps - one of my weaknesses! I find them so versatile. Of course the Brusho background and the shape make it extra special. Thanks for the inspiration, Mary.

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  26. Pia S7/14/15, 3:02 PM

    I think it's great that one can create such completely different looks using the same stamp! I really like this white silhouette look. I'm sure it will look great in black as well (feeding you with another idea here, you got me inspired). Lovely!

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  27. Brenda7/14/15, 4:33 PM

    Yes, I know what you mean Momma Mary, hubby and I are very comfortable doing nothing together. lol It's fun when we do do something, but we are also fine with not doing anything. Your card is stunning! I love the brusho background, so beautiful those colors are. The embossed flowers look so pretty to me. I am loving the look of this one as well as your first one! Hugs, Brenda

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  28. Kim Heggins7/14/15, 5:43 PM

    Simply stunning Mary...really stunning. I have to say this is my new all time favorite card that you have made so far. Love those fabulous tulip silhouettes with that amazing blue water color background. This is so over the top the top amazing!

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  29. alexandra s.m.7/14/15, 11:37 PM

    Beautiful card and background Mary!
    I've got to learn more about those brushos ;)
    Thank You~

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  30. Loll7/14/15, 11:56 PM

    The white silhouette flowers on the brushos is so pretty Mary. And I love the shape of your card ... beautiful and elegant. xx

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  31. Jenny L7/15/15, 3:18 AM

    Hi Mary,
    what a very different way to use that excellent stamp.
    Super coloured Brusho background as always.
    Wonderful shaped card.
    I have just posted the card with the roses on, and the link to the video tutorial for them.
    Love and big hugs from my house to yours.
    Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

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  32. scrappymo!7/15/15, 3:41 AM

    Happy Anniversary to you both. You are doing something right to have found this fulfilled and comfortable life together.

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  33. crafty-stamper7/15/15, 5:30 PM

    Happy Anniversary and your evening sounds just perfect two people celebrating their marriage together.I love the beautifully shaped card and tulip image and love the background
    Carol x

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  34. Anita in France7/16/15, 8:10 AM

    Stunning background, Mary ... the white embossed blooms over it are just wonderful ... crisp and fresh ... gorgeous! Anita :)

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  35. Cornelia (fun stamping)7/17/15, 2:05 PM

    LOVE those Rubbernecker stamps - gorgeous card you made with it!

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  36. Petra Swart7/20/15, 2:31 AM

    You are surely the Queen of Brusho's, Mary!!!! Your brusho bgs are always so lovely!!!! Love the white embossed flowers and the lovely shape of your card!!!! Surely the VIP loved the beautiful card!!!!
    Hugz

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  37. Pat7/20/15, 8:40 AM

    This is so pretty Mary and the white embossed flowers stand out beautifully against the Brusho background. x

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