Cole: Yup, and we were packed in like sardines.
Chase: What are sardines?
There are many ups and downs to be a parent to two, lively and very imaginative boys. When they told me that they practiced hiding in their closets in school today, I almost didn't believe them. Upon questioning further (and then remembering the informational email sent a few days back from the principal), I found that they were having an emergency response drill...that it was cool that the police were present but not the SWAT team. We live in a town of 600 people, I think there are two policemen and definitely not any SWAT team. Had to explain what the SWAT team was. While I'm proud that our school system is being proactive, I'm also saddened that their these drills are now part of their education.
Aren't the colors from the latest inspiration image at Cloud 9 just amazing? A touch of class, a touch of sparkle and certainly sophistication, all with a little bit of rustic for good measure. I used the die cuts and stamps from Love Birds from Wplus9. I die cut the bird out of adhesive backed cardstock and then covered it with silver glitter, he rests on a line of May Arts burlap string (the rustic for good measure). The branches were die cut then stamped and arranged behind the resting bird, and lastly, a sentiment from the same set was stamped directly onto the kraft cardstock base.
Today's Tip: If your card is in need of a bit of interest, arrange a die cut to hang off the edge. Cut your card base slightly slimmer than the standard so it still fits into a regular envelope.
I am going to have to remember this design tip...it is perfection and the silver bird...pure loveliness.
ReplyDeleteLove the way your leaves fall over the edge of the card. That's definitely something I've never really tried and a useful tip. Love the black against the Kraft. It really pops.
ReplyDeleteOh Karen, this is stunning! I love the leaves stamped in black. Just perfect. Thanks so much for joining us at Cloud9!
ReplyDeleteswoon...love your glitzy bird. Such a pretty card with BAM.
ReplyDeletesigh, it is sad that they have drills like that....times have certainly changed.
It saddens me too that our little ones in this country have to learn these things in school. School should be a safe happy place for them. UGH!!!
ReplyDeleteNow about this beautiful card, I'm in love! The black and kraft is divine along with your sweet glittery bird!
wow that is just so sad that we have to practice drills like this in schools.. things sure have changed and thank God for the school taking precaution.
ReplyDeleteYour card is totally gorgeous.. I LOVE the design..that die is amazing..
I was sad to see the police patrolling my DD's elementary school after that horrible day...
ReplyDeleteYour card is gorgeous! The mix of elegance, sparkle and rustic is amazing.
Amazing card, Karen!!
ReplyDeleteLove your tip, because I seem to always do that with my cards. This is a wonderful card Karen. Sounds like fun play for boys.
ReplyDeletelove the black stamping on the die cut. Silver bird is such a great addition.
ReplyDeleteIt is so sad to see that all different kind of drills are part of the norm now.
Amazing card Karen and great tip, thank you. So sad that children have to practice hiding in cupboards :(
ReplyDeleteHow sad that kids have to feel like they need to hide in the closets now. But I guess it's not so different than hiding under your desk in the air raid drills of the 50s. Our drills in the 70s were hiding from tornadoes.
ReplyDeleteAnyway, a gorgeous card, Karen, with that sparkly bird on kraft! And love the tip you've shared!
Such a glamorous design Karen, the bird is awesome!
ReplyDeleteLOVE your card Karen! WONDERFUL take on that picture - so simple and sooo BEAUTIFUL! Hugs, Karin
ReplyDeleteIt is very sad, but a worthwhile exercise. It promotes discussion at home which is good. I love your glittery bird. Your interpretation of the challenge is perfect.
ReplyDeleteThis is GORGEOUS! Love the bold black and the fabulous sparkling silver with the kraft!
ReplyDeleteMy heart just broke when I read about the drills. Little kids should not have to practice hiding in closets. Of course it's good for safety but still, some innocence lost.
ReplyDeleteI do love your card (seems weird to be cheerful after the first paragraph), the die cut caught my eye right away. Love the tip too :)
Truly lovely, Karen! And it is so sad that the world has come to this, but I suppose if it keeps a child safe...
ReplyDeleteKaren, this is simply BEAUTIFUL and SO adorably sweet!
ReplyDeleteYour card is just gorgeous. And, thanks for the design tip. I'm going to try that one.
ReplyDeleteLove how the black stamp is "framed" by kraft on that die cut. Really gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteIt's a crazy world we live in today. Let's hope those drills never need to get put to use.
what a beauty this is and i love that branch :)
ReplyDeleteyes it is very sad what kids have to learn at such a young age now days.
A sophisticated beauty! Love the diecut off the edge.
ReplyDeleteGoodness, this is stunning! The crisp black branches, the glittered bird, and the natural texture of the twine--all so perfect. So glad to see your card on the Cloud9 Blog Hop, Karen!
ReplyDeleteLovely card! Simple and elegant!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE those black branches/leaves!
ReplyDeleteAmazing card, Karen! Love the texture and the sparkly bird. Thanks for playing along with us @ Cloud9:)
ReplyDeleteFabulous card, Karen! I love how the silver glittered bird just pops against the rest of the design. Love the kraft twine on the kraft card, too! Glad to see you joining us for this month's Cloud9 Blog Hop!
ReplyDeletethis is so pretty and elegant, Karen! love what you did with the die cut branches.
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