Thursday 9 June 2016

Sending Smiles Part 2 #Frommetoyouwhenyouarefeelingblu

Sending Smiles 

Part 2

Continuing on from my last blog for Global Design Project's entry #GDP039 's 'Get Well Soon' theme I have made 2 more cards for another entry as well. 


But these cards have a dual purpose!


A lovely young lady Petra Tailor, who is part of a group that I also belong to, would like to start a mini movement of sorts for the month of July....And I am with her...It is to try and help those that we know who are feeling low, depressed or just in need of a friend, know that they are loved and cared about by sending a card. 
Petra say's it perfectly!
 'In this digital age, we send texts, but do you remember how lovely it is to receive something in the mail that isn't a bill!?! To know that someone cares enough to let you know they are there for you, with an encouraging sentence or two. It's something that you can keep forever and never forget......It is beautiful'

So if you are interested in joining the movement by helping a friend in July, Make a card and send it to a friend...If you like the idea, like me, post about it to get others involved in the month of July with the hashtag #Frommetoyouwhenyouarefeelingblu


Here are my cards


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For these cards I used a number of current stamp sets stamped onto Whisper white. Timeless Textures was stamped first in Basic Grey. I then stamped the leaves from the  Number of Years set in Pear Pizzazz.  Also from the Number of years set I stamped the different small flowers in Watermelon Wonder, Crushed Curry & Bermuda Bay.
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For the butterflies I used the Water Color Wings and stamped them in Crushed Curry first, then Watermelon Wonder and finished with the Basic Black...stamping off the paper first before stamping the image.

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I used the Layering Squares framelit for one sentiment, both sentiments have been stamped onto whisper white in Basic Grey using the Greatest Greeting stamp set. Then layered onto Basic Grey card stock.

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Before putting my card fronts onto the Basic Grey backings I distressed the edges with a file. I added a thread pulled from my Burlap ribbon under the butterflies after they had been die cut using the Bold Butterflies thinlits. They were then raised onto dimensionals. 
I made the inside of the cards to match the fronts with a bit more space left clear, for a personal message.

Thank you for stopping by my blog and please feel free to CASE (Copy And Share Everything) anything you like.
If you would like to learn how to make these cards or any others like this contact me over at K.OCreations Hand Made Cards 
for booking a workshop or online party.


All items used in making these cards can be found below.




14 comments:

  1. Oh my goodness Kim- first of all, THANKYOU so much for having a go at my little idea #frommetoyouwhenyourarefeelinblu But secondly- THESE CREATIONS ARE SPECTACULAR!!!!!!!! can you imagine how the person who recieved them will feel when they open their mail? Truly stunning, hugs and kisses xxxx

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    1. Not a problem Petra, I support fully what you are planning & I hope it is picked up & carried by all xx Thanks for the lovely compliment, I do hope that whom ever the person is that is going to receive them will feel a bit better for it :)

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  2. That is an absolutely FABULOUS idea and card. It's so bright and cheery, I don't think anyone could help but be uplifted to find that in their mail box.

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    1. Thank you, I can't take credit for this idea but I agree that it is a fabulous one.

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  3. Kim, your cards are gorgeous! I just love your colour combination - it's so striking; cheerful yet not too bright. I'm definitely going to CASE! I also love the idea of #frommetoyouwhenyouarefeelingblu - I'm going to share this on my blog, as well. Thanks for the wonderful ideas!

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    1. Thank you Deborah, I am loving the bright cheery colors also. Thank you for wanting to share the #Frommetoyouwhenfeelingblu tag also. I will look forward to seeing your blog post.

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  4. Kim, these are works of art! So bright and cheery to lift anyone feeling a little under the weather. I love the you have also decorated the inside to the same high standard as the front. Thanks for playing at Global Design Project with us this week for our Get Well Challenge.

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    1. Thank you so very much Paula. I always try to make the inside as pretty as the outside :)

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  5. Gorgeous heartfelt card Kim. Such a wonderful idea to make a difference. The receiver of the card will surely be uplifted by the beautiful colours and sentiment. Love the butterfly and it's symbolism. :) x

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    1. Thanks so very much Juana..My hope for these cards will have more than exceeded their expectations if they convey what you see :) Butterflies have always been a symbol of hope in nearly every culture.

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  6. Kim those cards are mind blowingly beautiful & anyone would be over the moon with happiness to receive such a piece of beauty.

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    1. Thank you Teena. I am so happy you can appreciate their beauty and thought behind them x

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