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Tuesday, November 27, 2012

White Bird

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Delicate little creatures song birds are...if it were only warm enough to lay still on the grass close my eyes and just listen for their equally delicate tunes. A relaxing, joyous and uplifting sound such as tat of a songbird could make me forget some of the trying times as of late.
The Craft's Meow

Welcome to the second day of The Craft's Meow's November Release! (You can read more about the releases at The Craft's Meow!) The design team members are showcasing a beautiful set designed by Nina called Stitched Sentiments Two. You can see the first Stitched Sentiments here, and find that this set is a perfect addition!

This card was really simple to make, but I think it packs a punch and gets its meaning across. The sentiment was centrally stamped and then I stitched with black thread a line for the die cut bird to perch on. Before adhering the bird, I shaded his breast with a bit of orange/yellow, the complimentary color of the card base and an ode to the beautiful bluebird.

So happy that you stopped by today to help celebrate the November Release from The Craft's Meow! You can be eligible to win Stitched Sentiments Two from The Craft's Meow by visiting and leaving comments on the participating design team member's blogs. 

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If you are in the mood for some Christmas Holiday Inspiration, May Arts has teamed up with Little Yellow Bicycle this week. My most favorite May Arts project ever was posted yesterday, and you have a chance to win products from each company by posting a comment over on the May Arts Blog!

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42 comments:

  1. BrandiNovember 27, 2012 at 6:07 AM

    Stunning!

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  2. LynnNovember 27, 2012 at 6:14 AM

    Absolutely packs a punch. I love the subtle inking on the bird's belly and the touch of stitching. Divine.

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  3. ~amy~November 27, 2012 at 6:23 AM

    It definitely packs some punch....awesome card!

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  4. BrendaNovember 27, 2012 at 6:37 AM

    Simply exquisite! That single little bird with that sentiment says so much. You make the best CAS cards, Karen!

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  5. KellyNovember 27, 2012 at 6:42 AM

    love the touch of yellow on the belly!

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  6. canadian_linerNovember 27, 2012 at 6:47 AM

    Lovely little card. Thanks for the introduction to the Stitched Sentiments. They would work well on some paper-pieced (a la quilting) cards as well.

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  7. LaurelNovember 27, 2012 at 7:14 AM

    So simple and so gorgeous, you do that so well!

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  8. ShellyNovember 27, 2012 at 7:33 AM

    Love it!! :)

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  9. Sherry EckbladNovember 27, 2012 at 7:35 AM

    I love when you do bird cards. Wish we could lay on the grass and listen to the birds.

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  10. Rochelle SodipoNovember 27, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    Nobody does birds like you! LOVE this card!

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  11. BabyBokChoyNovember 27, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    I need that stamp set, you have sold it to me!!

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  12. Marlena M.November 27, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    BEAUTIFUL bird..the bit of shading brings it to life. Gorgeous~

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  13. Annette AllenNovember 27, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    love how you stitched on the card and the hint of color on the bird...awesome card..

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  14. Tracey McNeelyNovember 27, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    Lovely clean & simple card, but the yellow belly on the bird is the best.

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  15. BarbNovember 27, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    Such a sweet card, Karen! Beautiful way to keep the sentiment as the star of the card!

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  16. UnknownNovember 27, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    so simple and perfect. love that touch of color on the bird!

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  17. MariaNovember 27, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    very cute card

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  18. mariangelNovember 27, 2012 at 11:05 AM

    lovely and sweet congrats

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  19. Erin (Homemade Cards by Erin)November 27, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    I really should mix up my card bases, love how fun the card stock is with a bit of color.

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  20. JingleNovember 27, 2012 at 12:03 PM

    Beautiful card!

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  21. Miriam PrantnerNovember 27, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    SO pretty! I love the color of the base and the stitching and the great shading on the bird!

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  22. Jay GeeNovember 27, 2012 at 1:49 PM

    This is perfect Karen :)

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  23. Kim SNovember 27, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    Simply stunning!

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  24. AimesNovember 27, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    Simple and stunning! I have that birdie die and you're making me think I should actually use it! LOL!
    Hugs!
    x

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  25. yyamNovember 27, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    Really eye-catching. Love the simplicity and design! :)

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  26. Lisa EltonNovember 27, 2012 at 5:09 PM

    Love the tiny touch of yellow on the bird and it's placement over the sentiment!

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  27. SharriNovember 27, 2012 at 7:30 PM

    Love the little yellow on the belly of the bird and with that sentiment it does pack a punch!

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  28. Diane JaquayNovember 27, 2012 at 8:11 PM

    This card showcases what you do best, Karen, simplicity with panache!! Love it!!

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  29. CherylNovember 27, 2012 at 8:16 PM

    Gorgeous! You're right. Its simplicity really packs a punch.

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  30. alexandra s.m.November 27, 2012 at 10:12 PM

    what a gorgeous card Karen!
    TFS~

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  31. LynndaNovember 27, 2012 at 11:47 PM

    Your simplicity is really WOW[thats what i really like!!]... what a beautiful card!!!

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  32. Virginia L.November 27, 2012 at 11:53 PM

    Darling CAS card, Karen! I wish my card design can be so concise and neat...this is inspiring! Love it!

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  33. Karin ÅkesdotterNovember 28, 2012 at 1:57 AM

    WONDERFUL card! Such sweet sentiment and I am extra happy that I got that die in the mail yesterday - so sweet and simple like this!
    Thanks for being so inspiring!
    Hugs, Karin

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  34. Maria@Crafty Cre8tionsNovember 28, 2012 at 6:57 AM

    GORGEOUS!! I love that font on the script part of the sentiment and how fun to color in the word THOUGHTS as another option!

    Love that you stitched the branch!

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  35. MSNovember 28, 2012 at 1:30 PM

    This card is quiet & serene to me. I love the subtle coloring & stitching.

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  36. Andrea MNovember 28, 2012 at 1:32 PM

    Stunning, absolutely breath-taking!

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  37. Jen W.November 28, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    I love when you use that bird die. I bought it because of you but haven't got up the guts to use it yet...

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  38. Emily LeiphartNovember 28, 2012 at 9:44 PM

    So beautiful! Love that sentiment and the bit of colour on the bird!

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  39. lostinpaperNovember 29, 2012 at 1:17 AM

    There's that fabulous bird again... what a wonderful card Karen, I totally adore it!

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  40. Kelly GriglioneNovember 29, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    oh the breast on your bird is fantastic!! So subtle, and that's all this card needs.

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  41. Alice November 29, 2012 at 11:50 PM

    such a beautiful simple design. love love this, Karen! you are an inspiration, girl!

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  42. jenNovember 30, 2012 at 1:08 AM

    When. Saw this at tcm I knew it was yours- CAS perfection.

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