Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Lily Pad Challenge!

Hi All!  When I saw this Vera's challenge over at the Lily Pad I had a card IMMEDIATELY pop into my mind.  And let me tell you....that NEVER happens!  But it did this time and and although the execution of said card is a bit "off" from my mind's eye it did end up really, pretty darn close to what I picture  How great is it when that happens right?d  So, for Vera's View Challenge over at The Lily Pad the posted inspirational photo was this:


I went pretty literal in my interpretation.   I was struck by the colors, the flower imagery on the cupcakes and the subtle wood grain background and so those elements are what I incorporated into my card.  I plan on it being either a birthday or wedding card.....I haven't put the sentiment inside yet.  I also plan to do a full out wedding card like this in all white flowers too.  I do have the flowers lightly brushed with stickles that looks so lovely in real life but doesn't show up so well in the photo.  Here is my card:



I hope you likey!  And again, thank you all for your "oh so very nice" comments that have been left on my blog lately!  I plan to be able to sit down tonight and blog hop and comment....and I am SO looking forward to being able to do that!

Be well,
Sheila

10 comments:

Nancy K said...

Oh my Sheila, you've created something totally special! I just love where the inspiration took you. I'm so happy that you joined us for this challenge at Lily Pad Cards!

Pam W Merwin said...

Love it Sheila, those flowers are perfect and love the texture of your embossed background :)

joy said...

I don't just "likey" this card, Sheila - I "lovey" it! Such a great take on the challenge. Good luck!

Barb said...

I love that you went so literal with the inspiration photo, Sheila! What a beautiful card! So glad you joined us for this fun challenge at Lily Pad Cards! :)

Lisa said...

Oh Sheila! Another beauty :) Wow...the woodgrain with the flowers is just awesome. Lovin' the texture of it all!! It's just beautiful!
R U watchin' the Idol finale tonight????? U know where I'm gonna be !!I better not catch you voting for Jessica- haha

Greta said...

Oh this is so pretty, Sheila!

Maureen Morton said...

Great ideas are seriously popin' into that head of yours, girlfriend! This is just lovely and a perfect take on the inspiration. Your bow with the pearl is the perfect embelly, too. Love this.

Cindy C. said...

Wow you made a very beautiful card Sheila! Love what did here!

Lin said...

What a sweet card - love the roses against the woodgrain! Thanks so much for playing with us at Lily Pad Cards!

Vicky said...

COngratulations on winning the 1st prize! Your card is so beautiful!