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Thursday, January 27, 2011

Feelin' Kinda...


Neutral. Not happy, not sad. Not chatty, not mute. Just neutral this week. Good things and bad things have all tumbled together these past few days to make me feel, well, you guessed it, kinda neutral.



Which is why tonight is a good tie to post my card for Moxie Fab World's Color Inspiration for Card Maker's Week: Neutral Challenge. I am smitten with the vintage buttons (thanks to my fabulous sister,  Heather) and the spattering of feathers (thanks to my handsome husband). Using feathers helps to Extend the Background of my sentiment panel- a fabulous tip I learned from Mandy, Yvonnne's Guest Designer.

If you have time, I'd invite you to read this post from Lora, the current Moxie Fabber of the Week. Thank you Lora, your post helped me a lot tonight...

Supplies Used: 
Cardstock: (Ivory, Gray Blue) from my stash
Stamps: (Bird) SU, (Sentiment from Fillable Frames #2) PTI
Ink: (Basic Grey Pigment) SU
Embellishments: (Vintage Buttons), (Natural Burlap String) May Arts
Tools: (Labels One Nestabilities) Spellbinders

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36 comments:

  1. RyannJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    I know what you mean about feeling neutral. I think I'm right there with you!

    I love the addition of the feather - how fun!

    Off to read Lora's post!

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  2. LynnJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Well...you saw my post today...so I understand completely the neutral feeling....I think we need spring to arrive! Hope things get better quickly and thank you so much for the post you linked to...helped me out!

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  3. LaurelJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    This is beautiful!

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  4. ChristinaJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    You may feel neutral, but your card is still incredible! I love how perfectly placed the bird is, emphasizing the "you" part of the sentiment.

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  5. yyamJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Just classy and elegant Karen. Love how you extended with those feathers...:)

    P/s: I've been having a "blah" week too.

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  6. Diane JaquayJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    I'm not a huge fan of neutral, but this card is BEAUTIFUL! I love the addition of the feather, I know I have some in my stash but I never seem to remember to use them.

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  7. ~amy~January 27, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    well, this card is absolutely lovely!

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  8. ~Tammy~January 27, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    Yes, I know those days, and I am LOVING those fabulous buttons your sister gave you!

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  9. FLEUR de LoJanuary 27, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    As much as I hate to hear that your world is not all peaches and roses, it's nice to find ways that we can all relate to each other in our humanity.

    You card is stunning. It captures a mood. I love it. It makes me think of true friendship.

    You are one of my very favorite designers in all of blogland! Thank you for consistently sharing excellent work and kindness. God speed to you and yours.

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  10. BrandiJanuary 27, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Cheer up buttercup! Hope your Friday brings fun and happy times. This is a beautiful card. The feathers are a perfect accent.

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  11. Virginia L.January 27, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    simple yet so beautiful! I love all the elements in this card--just perfect! I feel neutral/grumpy when I CAN'T craft. I know I will be much HAPPIER when I can make stuff :)

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  12. BabyBokChoyJanuary 27, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    Neutral is good!! think Switzerland!! aaaah.... :)
    You won't be neutral for long... better get ready for the BIG GAME in a little over a week! :)

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  13. JustineJanuary 27, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Nice, Simple and very Chic

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  14. jenJanuary 27, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    Wonderful use of neutrals & 'white' space- very moxie-chic!

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  15. IraJanuary 28, 2011 at 1:59 AM

    It's a beautiful card,really.Lovely details, neutral colours...I love it.

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  16. FionaJanuary 28, 2011 at 3:22 AM

    A beautiful card Karen and the feathers are perfect with the image.

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  17. SudhaJanuary 28, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    Beautiful card. So calm, cool n elegant dear. I love it.

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  18. LindsayJanuary 28, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    Very nice Karen! Love that feather and the bird stamp...very nice.

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  19. Sherry EckbladJanuary 28, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Aww Karen. I know the feeling.
    Card is fabulous as always.

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  20. TigriswillreignJanuary 28, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    This is sensational! Love that feather in conjunction with the bird!

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  21. DanaJanuary 28, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    This neutral card is quite elegant Karen. I too love vintage buttons, and have a collection of my grandmother's, but can't bring myself to actually USE them! LOL

    Off to check out your links...

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  22. Amy KollingJanuary 28, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    Oh this is just perfect! CAS...love the little feather accent! That was the perfect touch!

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  23. Lisa PetrellaJanuary 28, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Beautiful work, Karen! I love all of natural elements---the bird image, the feather, the twine---absolutely perfect layout too!

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  24. alexandra s.m.January 28, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    gorgeous card Karen!
    Love the color scheme as well ;-)

    TFS

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  25. Alice January 29, 2011 at 2:28 AM

    beautiful beautiful card, Karen! love the feather. love love this fabulous card!

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  26. farmhouse-storyJanuary 29, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    there is nothing neutral about you, karen...love this sweet card:)

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  27. TammyJanuary 29, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    That feather is PERFECT! So are the buttons!

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  28. scrapsnsuch@gmail.comJanuary 29, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    First, thanks for sending me off to Lora's blog. What we do can not be defined in our actions for one day - I really need to remember that especially when life does not go as planned. I blog to share what I love and challenge myself (although I have learned that I will stay away from a challenge if it is too far outside my comfort zone).
    I so wish that I had thought more about Yvonne's challenge. You nailed it and still kept it CAS. I was intimidated:>(

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  29. ValerieJanuary 29, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    beautiful in it's neutrality :) I know how you feel - it always happens to me this time of year. Love the simplicity of this card and that chubby little bird.

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  30. AnnJanuary 29, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    Seriously, Karen...my jaw is on the floor here! WOWZA! I love how clean & neutral it is, but the feathers just take it over the top! You are ah-mazing!

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  31. AnnJanuary 29, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    FYI--I added a link to your card here:
    http://sharethemojo.blogspot.com

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  32. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    This is gorgeous.. Simple but enough oomph! :) Love the the colours, the birdie stamp and the feather to jazz it up :)

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  33. Emily LeiphartJanuary 29, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    This is gorgeous and so perfect with all the neutrals!

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  34. mandyseaFebruary 1, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Thanks so much for taking my challenge at Yvonnes! Your card is gorgeous! I love the extra touch of the feather - yes very much an extention of the bird! Beautifully crafted!!
    hugs

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  35. Paper Crafts & Scrapbooking EditorFebruary 3, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Hey Karen! Thanks for entering the Neutrals Challenge in the Color Inspiration for Card Makers Week suite of six challenges in the Moxie Fab World! I'm so glad you joined in on all the fun! :)

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  36. Jinny NewlinFebruary 6, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    This is so, so sweet! LOVE that little cluster of buttons with your feather! Perfect for a little birdie card!

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