Saturday, September 24, 2011

Sakura Spirit

Meredith Dillman has and entire sheet of images at Sweet Pea Stamps, plate #137, that is devoted to flowing, regal women.  This one is called Sakura Spirit.



I had originally intended to use an entirely different background patterned paper for this image.  I have one that has branches and blossoms on it similar to the image.  However, when I went to create the card, I just couldn't get happy with anything I tried.  Finally I set that aside, and started fresh with the colored image in my hand and my stash of paper before me.  The end result is MUCH better than anything I had tried previously.  Sometimes it is about knowing when to change course.

Get Inky!
Alex

10 comments:

  1. This works beautifully Alex. The image really stands out from the background, and that paper is so perfect for the stamp.

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  2. Alex, this turned out so pretty.I love the layout and your background paper matches it perfectly

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  3. That is the most perfect dp you could have used Alex! I like the way you cut circles to go with the arch of the vines in the image...a perfect match as well.
    Connie

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  4. Lovely Alex, the layout on this card is great. I love the edging and all the angles of the paper, it really makes the image pop off the card. That ribbon looks lucious!

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  5. Love the design of your card Alex and the your coloring always matches your papers so beautifully.
    Hugs:)
    Angela

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  6. Alex, I love brown tones and love the CAS style of the card. Love that card design and the hair coloring is awesome (I still have so much trouble with hair, lo).

    Love it....

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  7. Love the craft card. It makes the card so "natural"

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  8. love the way you coordinated the image and paper, the ribbon is a wonderful touch!

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  9. I also love how you combined the image with the paper. This looks so great. And the ribbon is the perfect addition to your beautiful card.
    Hugs, Karina

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  10. Gorgeous, Alex, and I love the layout on this card! Very nice with the craftpaper together with the image/DP.
    Hugs, Ellen

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