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Monday, January 23, 2012

White Shirt


Me: Boys, find a white shirt to put on and come here when you are done, I need to take a picture.
Boys: Why?
Me: Because I said so.
Boy #2: Mama, I don't have a white shirt.
Me: Why?
Boy #1: Because you said so.
Me: Oh dear.


Judith has an absolutely lovely inspiration photo up for her challenge at Jay Gee's Nook. I was inspired by the hues, softness and silhouettes. I created some faux leather paper with a few ink pads and foam.


The above conversation happened when I was attempting a good picture for a project I have up over at The Project Girl today, featuring some kits designed by Jen Allyson at Design House Digital. (Yes, Mom, you'll get a copy if I can get my act together to print it out!)
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25 comments:

  1. Emily KeatonJanuary 23, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    I can relate to your dialogue--I try not to "do" white shirts/clothing of any kind at our house, too! Pasta sauce magnets, all ;).

    Love this beauty of a CAS card, Karen!

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  2. LinJanuary 23, 2012 at 8:18 AM

    What sweeties they are! Boys are such fun! (spoken by a mom of 2 of them, though mine are grown and gone)

    Your projects are both great!

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  3. artfuldelightJanuary 23, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    Awesome card!! Your boys are so handsome, love the photo!! :-)

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  4. Annette AllenJanuary 23, 2012 at 8:41 AM

    Your boy are too cute...I don't have children but my nephew totally cracks me up....boys are just too fun..

    Your projects are awesome..

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  5. Jen W.January 23, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    Your faux leather is amazing! It looks so soft and smooth.
    And your boys are a couple of cuties! Future heartbreakers for sure. :)

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  6. LynnJanuary 23, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    The faux leather is so cool looking Karen! Your story about the boys with white shirts makes me laugh. I try to prepare myself for the boys all having nice shoes, pants and dress shirts for the holidays or school concert, but it never seems to happen. We took Ryan and Jonathon to a play on Saturday night and I was walking behind Jonathon laughing. The pants we bought two months ago are too short already and he had white socks on with his black dress shoes :)

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  7. Heather InnusaJanuary 23, 2012 at 9:30 AM

    Amazing - in a word. Such a beautiful picture & I love the elements!

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  8. JingleJanuary 23, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    This is so pretty!

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  9. LindsayJanuary 23, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    Fabulous card Karen! So masculine and fitting for the inspirational pic.

    Your boys are A-dorable! Such a great idea and an excellent job!

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  10. jengdJanuary 23, 2012 at 10:24 AM

    That's a beautiful card Karen and your boys are going to be heartbreakers. :) I can SO relate to the white shirt conversation. A white shirt and a 4yr old just shouldn't be together in the same room. Ever.

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  11. Emily LeiphartJanuary 23, 2012 at 11:04 AM

    LOL, I've made a point not to buy white shirts for my son either! The photo is super sweet!! And of course your card is nice, too. ;)

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  12. ChunyuanJanuary 23, 2012 at 11:18 AM

    The faux leather looks really cool. Your boys are so adorable.

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  13. BarbJanuary 23, 2012 at 11:19 AM

    I'm still giggling! :) Cute post, Karen! Your boys are darling! I always say, "Boys are the best!" (I have two of my own.) Love the card too - very cool looking faux leather!

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  14. ChristinaJanuary 23, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    Those are some seriously handsome little guys! Love your rustic looking card, too--the subtle frame and sentiment have a great, aged look.

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  15. Lisa EltonJanuary 23, 2012 at 11:38 AM

    1st Karin those boys of your...SaWeet!!! Love the fun little thank you card and the LO with the boys is simple and fun!

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  16. Erin (Homemade Cards by Erin)January 23, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    Look at those cuties... and the first card is of course fabulous :)

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  17. AimesJanuary 23, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    What a fabby techinque! That cardstock looks like actual leather!
    Your boys are adorable BTW! :)
    Hugs,
    Aimes
    x

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  18. Jay GeeJanuary 23, 2012 at 2:15 PM

    Gorgeous photo of the boys Karen. Your card looks amazing - great technique. Thanks so much for joining us at Jay Gee's :)

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  19. Marlena M.January 23, 2012 at 7:49 PM

    Gorgeous card and precious boys! So sweet. My husband won't let me wear white when I eat spaghetti. ;)

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  20. farmhouse-storyJanuary 24, 2012 at 5:15 AM

    love the faux leather look! and such a charming valentine card! those two faces are adorable:)

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  21. ~Tammy~January 24, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    Karen now you know I love your work, but those boys are "your best work"!!! :-) They are precious and adorable!

    Your faux leather card is fantastic!

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  22. lisa aranaJanuary 24, 2012 at 7:42 PM

    Haha, I love it when you share your 'conversations.' Lovely card dearie.

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  23. jenJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:32 PM

    ha! ha! ha! this cracks me up!!! Those boys are precious, and of course, the card is fab! :)

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  24. TrinhJanuary 28, 2012 at 4:23 PM

    Lol Your boys are absolutely adorable! And your card is wonderful - love the faux leather.

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  25. UnknownJanuary 28, 2012 at 5:50 PM

    Fabulous card Karen! Thanks so much for playing along with us this month ... Ange

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