Thursday, March 7, 2013

Happy Card

Hi Everyone!  We were once again forecast a measurable snowfall, but again, nothing.  Some people are, of course, happy about that.  I, for one, am not.  Looks like I'll have to wait for next winter!

Today, I have a card to share that I made for my husband's birthday last month.  Masculine cards are very difficult for me to make.  I tend to gravitate to flowers and bows which is what happened here.  But, I don't think it turned out too feminine.


Recollections kraft cardstock was used as the card base.  The pattern papers are from Farm House Paper Company.  I used a punch to create the banner and glued it to a piece of hemp.  Rhinestones from Michael's were placed between each pennant.  The alphabet stickers, ruler border and label are from October Afternoon.  Another piece of hemp was tied into a bow through a Dear Lizzy button and placed in the center of a Prima flower.  Sentiment is from PTI.  I really love the papers and was pleased with how the card turned out.


Thank you for your sweet comments and best wishes for my health.  It seems I have a pinched nerve and started medication today to get rid of the inflammation.  If this doesn't work, then I will need physical therapy.  Here's hoping it doesn't go that far!  It has been uncomfortable.  I don't have time for this--lol!

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend.  Hope to  be back soon.  As always, thanks so much for stopping by!

15 comments:

  1. Hi Pat,

    Masculine card is harder to make for me too. I like the colors combo. Yes, I am one of those who is happy with no snow. My kids wanted snow too. Hope you'll feel better soon.

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  2. Lovely card sweet flags.
    byebye,Lean

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  3. Hi, what a great card!!! Love the design!
    Bye, Jen.

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  4. Fabulous card! I love the banner!

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  5. What a beautiful card! The banner looks so cute.
    Thank you so much for your sweet comments on my blog - I really appreciate it :) The hearts that I used on my card are actually from a Pink Paislee die-cut package (the 'Sweet Love' series).

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  6. HI..This card looks lovely, and I too have difficulty with male cards.. t is so easy to put flowers on everything!

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  7. So sorry to hear your neck is still a problem. Hope the medication gets things under control. I ended up having todo 6 weeks of physical therapy when I pulled my neck....and it's still a mess. Wishing better for you!
    Love your fun birthday card! Masculine, but still with a few fun flourishes, which totally works! Love the kraft and the banner, too!
    Happy weekend!

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  8. I know what you mean about having to make a masculine card - but I love the papers you chose and the banner is just perfect! Love it all. Hoping your meds help with your pinched nerve :-(

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  9. Hi!:)
    Thank you for all your kind comments on my blog!:)
    About the translate..hmm, did you tryed the translate bottom under "The award! bottom? Because I tryed it myself, and it translated the page right!?;)
    Hope you will be able to translate it next time!:)
    Wish you a beautiful day!:)
    Hugs, Ellen

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  10. HI Patty, I have given you an award.. please see my blog for details!

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  11. Your card looks lovely!!
    Those colours are great for a masculine card!
    Love it! :)

    ♥ Inger

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  12. Sorry to hear about your neck! I certainly hope it improves very soon for you! Fab masculine bday card with lovely paper and awesome banner! You take care, hugs!

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  13. What a delightful card! I adore your banner and the papers. Hope the medication helps your neck, and you won't have to go to plan B! Although anything on the road to recovery and relief! Have a great day!

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  14. This is just darling! I'd love to have you share with us at Word Art Wednesday. I especially love the strip of ruler - SO cute!
    Blessings,
    Karen
    www.wordartwednesday.blogspot.com

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  15. I love it! The banners and the color make it really masculine.
    (Count me as happy that we didn't get snow. I can't wait for summer!)

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