It was my friend's birthday this past weekend and I only had 10 minutes to quickly make her a card. Luckily, I remembered that awhile ago she was looking for a sign that says "breathe." Don't we all need a good reminder to breathe now and then? So, I cut out "breathe" from My Art Challenges collage sheet.
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Okay, now I need a card for my "breathe" label. Luckily, I have some watercolored papers on hand. (Usually when I'm working on a project and I've got leftover paint, instead of tossing it, I'll paint a few pieces of paper.)
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I think this watercolored paper looks nice so I fold it in half and use a bone folder to get the crease all nice and neat.
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Bruno says "Breathe"....only 5 minutes left to do the inside of the card. By the way, I added some watercolor crayon to the edges and highlighted a few areas on the label to give a more cohesive look.
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Nice note on the inside with a Sharpie marker. Check.
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I got my friend a Michaels gift card so I wanted to attach it to the card in a fun way. I stuck it inside a vellum envelope, cut the edge so the card could easily slide in and out...and adhered it to the card with Glue Dots.
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I decide to write "happy birthday" all around the gift card. And I get the bright idea to write her name in red: "Keltie." But OH NO, only 2 minutes left and I messed up! It looks horrible! What's a girl to do???
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Thank goodness for My Art Challenges collage sheet! lol! There's a perfect little scrap on the sheet that I cut out and fits perfectly to cover my mistake. Phew! Then I add her name in glitter sticker letters. Note to self: when in a hurry, use sticker letters for goodness sakes! lol.
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I must say that making this quick card using My Art Challenges collage sheet was so much fun..despite my little mess up. I loved it so much that I want you to enjoy a copy too! So, our Special Gift this Week is a handy dandy sticker sheet of My Art Challenges. Get your copy if your order is over $25 and while supplies last.
What word would you like to see made into a special label?
What word speaks to you, uplifts you and helps you get through the day?
Leave a comment here on my blog with your word. I'll pick some of your words that I enjoy too and will put together some delightful little surprises for you. : )
RELAX...SMILE...ACCEPT....UNWIND.....FREEDOM.....EXPRESS.....LIVE.....
Posted by: Gena | September 21, 2011 at 12:54 PM
relax, breathe deep . . . . smile, just be :^ )
those are the words that come to my mind mind, helga!
Posted by: lenna | September 21, 2011 at 06:49 PM
Calm, cool, collected would be some of mine. I also am fond of smile, laugh, peace and happiness.
Posted by: Mary Wilkins | September 22, 2011 at 06:03 AM
I love 'Create'! to me, it's a magic word that gives permission for fun. Have a great day.
Posted by: Carole Kurth | September 22, 2011 at 07:43 AM
trust...............I need to remember to trust myself......that my opinions and decisions matter:)
Posted by: Peg Englishman | September 22, 2011 at 08:38 AM
Selflessness ........ Think of others often is my word. Loving using your digi images too !!
Posted by: Sid | September 22, 2011 at 01:06 PM
renew, relive and share the positive energy
Posted by: Andrea Tyrone | September 22, 2011 at 07:08 PM
Live Life......
Too many just let life pass them by.
Posted by: Lynn Stevens | September 22, 2011 at 09:25 PM
wow ... what a cool (quick!) card .... love it!
i love the words "enjoy" ... "savor" ... and "celebrate"
friday smiles!
Posted by: Paula Boyd Farrington | September 23, 2011 at 06:56 AM
Hi Helga,
Love your 10 minute card and that gorgeous collage sheet. Is it sticker?? That is cool!
My word is JOY. I try to be in JOY every day!
Thanks for all your joy-full inspiration!
Posted by: Starqueen | September 24, 2011 at 08:25 AM
Helga, I adore your quick card & gift card enclosure. I'm sure your friend loved it too!
Lyrics often inspire me, and so I'd like to submit Strength, Courage and Wisdom from a wonderful song by India Arie.
Time for work already - hope you are well!
Cindy :)
Posted by: Cindy McMath | September 28, 2011 at 08:04 AM
Great card idea! As for a word I like lets say "home".
Posted by: Suzanne Bouchard | September 30, 2011 at 04:37 PM
Joy!
Posted by: Sue young | October 04, 2011 at 08:22 PM
omg....glad to see you put an inchie necklace on Inca...is that ADORABLE or WHAT!!!! I wish so that my cat would allow it but he freaks out ....but I like that Inca´s looks a bit loose and not like a normal collar...I will have to give it one more try.........Inca really knows how to acccesssorize...she will be the envy on the block:)
Posted by: Cynthia Schelzig | October 19, 2011 at 01:35 PM