Monday, November 28, 2022

Happy Birthday Susan!

Hi everyone.  Today is Susan's birthday (Cardmaker's Garret) ... my dear friend that I've known for over 10 years.  We met on-line through a stamping forum and found out that we only lived about 1/2 hour drive away from each other.  We've been meeting up in person (and online with Zoom calls during COVID) ever since. :)

Susan's favourite colour is blue, so I watercoloured some blue flowers using Distress Inks Salty Ocean and Unchartered Mariner.  LOVE the Mariner colour!.  The background is a stencil monoprint of one of my favourite stencils, Mini Tiny Dots.  It's especially good used in a monoprint.  I stamped the image in black ink and heat embossed with clear embossing powder before watercolouring.

Card inside ...
Susan, I hope you have the most lovely day, my friend!  xx

I'm sending this card to the Seize the Birthday Challenge #252.  Didn't do the Topping this time ...


And, I'm also sending this card to the Stencil Fun November Challenge.  This is my third entry this month! :)


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Stamps:  Bouquet of Thanks (Simon Says Stamp); Good Wishes (Penny Black); Gratitude (Penny Black)
Paper:   White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.); Mixed Media paper (Strathmore 140 lb.); Black card stock (SU!)
Ink:   Black (Memento); Distress Inks:  Mowed Lawn, Salty Ocean, Unchartered Mariner (Tim Holtz); Versamark
Accessories:   Mini Tiny Circles stencil (Crafter's Workshop), Clear embossing powder, heat tool, 

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29 comments:

Faith A at Daffodil Cards said...

What a lucky lady Sue is, to receive this gorgeous card.
Faith x

nancy littrell said...

I knew as soon as I saw your beautifully watercolored flowers that this must be a birthday card for our dear friend, Susan:-) I LOVE the monoprint dotted background for the flowers and...your lovely design inside the card too. A very special card for a very special friend. TFS Lolly. Love and Hugs..Nancy

HilaryJane said...

I have no doubt that Susan will love this. I love that background. It makes the perfect backdrop for those gorgeous blue flowers xx

Cat Craig said...

Every thing about this card is a win for me. Love the monoprint the flower sprig and how delightful to see the interior.

BożenA said...

Susan will love this card. I love this stamp, and in the blue version these flowers are simply divine! And such a beautiful card inside. Big WOW!
hugs,
BożenA

Leslie Miller said...

Beautiful inside and out, just as your friendship with Susan is a beautiful thing. How amazing to discover you only live 1/2 hr away! I love this monoprint, and the monoprint technique in general produces beautiful results. I learned it from you and am grateful.

Lisa Elton said...

Very pretty, Loll! I'll bet she loved it!

Liz said...

Beautiful card, Loll. I'm sure Susan was thrilled to receive it. xx

Susan said...

Loll, it's the perfect card for me - blue and flowers (and of course your wonderful talent!). It's got pride of place on my mantelpiece! Thank you so much!

Christine Alexander said...

This is the perfect card for Susan, and I know she will love it. ♥

TK said...

Wow - gorgeous! Susan is sure to love and be blessed by this beauty! And you're right, your stencil makes a fantastic monoprint

Linda W. (ScrappinBari) said...

Lucky Susan - what beautiful blue blossom and that stenciling looks amazing!!

kiwimeskreations said...

Loll this is simply gorgeous - love that background, and the blues on your flowers are stunning!
Blessings
Maxine

Marcia Hill said...

I have this flower stamp too and never thought to use it in blue, but I'm so glad Susan's favorite color is blue as your card turned out SO pretty in this color!! Loving that tiny, dotted background too! I'm sure Susan loved this card, and even more so that you made it special just for her! Stamping friends really are the best!! Hugs. :0)

Bonnie said...

Such beautiful blue flowers, Lolly! The contrast with the black outlines really makes the blues pop! I know that Susan loves this card and treasures your friendship!

Pat said...

What fabulous watercoloured flowers and the two blues look so pretty..the Uncharted Mariner is one for my wish list, and I love the stencil monoprint in that super green which makes a perfect background. x

Nstiz said...

What a beautiful job you did on this card for Susan. I LOVE that you did the inside too, something I've been lazy with. Your painting is outstanding as always. I'm sure Susan just loved this!

Linda said...

This is lovely. Gorgeous floral image, beautifully coloured, and a fab background. I'm sure that Susan loved it! xx

Darlene said...

Beautiful creation inside & out Loll! Awesome inspiration! Thanks so much for joining in the fun at our STENCIL FUN challenge! Good Luck and we hope you’ll come back often. We appreciate your support!

Darlene
STENCIL FUN CHALLENGE
DAR’S CRAFTY CREATIONS

Brenda in IN said...

A lovely card for Susan's birthday. That is so cool you met online and got to meet and craft together. I love those kind of stories and grateful for all the gals I've met online.

Linda said...

So pretty in blue Loll. Susan will love this card. Blogging friends are the best.

JoAnn said...

Beautiful. Love the blue flowers (my favorite color too) and design of your card. The inside is just as pretty.

Colleen said...

beautiful card, Loll! I am so happy to see this in the gallery! And I know that Susan will treasure this card! Heart Hugs, Col

Brenda said...

Beautiful birthday card for Susan, love those flowers and the way you colored them! I love that you did the inside as well, equally beautiful outside and in! Hugs, Brenda

Trina P. said...

Nothing better than blue flowers for Susan! Wonderful card with two beautiful techniques.

JulieP said...

This is beautiful Loll!!! I wish I had a crafty buddy that close. Love the textures and colors. Thanks so much for playing along with us at the Seize the Birthday challenge blog!

Julia Aston said...

What a lovely floral for Susan! Love that partial stenciling on your background! xx

Papercraft Boutique said...

This is beautiful, Loll! The blue flowers are gorgeous and the monoprint background is awesome! I love the shade of the blue, and I'm sure Susan does too.
Hideko xx

Nancy said...

Such a great card, Loll. Love that you have met Susan in person, that is just a wonderful story. The background is as fabulous as the flowers. I know she loved it. Thanks for linking up at Seize the Birthday.