Thursday, October 17, 2013

I couldn't resist...

Hi friends, the title of this post depicts that I couldn't resist creating this card... I got this idea in the morning and right then at around 8:30am I started to work on this card. I was thinking about how can stitches be incorporated into a sentiment, then it hit me that we sew relationships together, we mend relations, which led to patching up.... I was inspired by the CAS-ual Friday's CFC117 - In Stitches challenge and by the colors at Color Q #211. Here's my card...
To make this, I decided to make a trendy collage look. On my card base, I lightly swiped the my Memento Dew drop Ink to match the pumpkin pie shade. I then did some random stamping using My mind's eye  the sweetest things and Studio G - iClear grid stamp. I cut out hearts from DCWV Basics Stack of two sizes using Nestabilities Heart dies. Inked the edges and stuck the little heart over the bigger one. Then I hand drew the faux stitches to indicate the patch and the thread extending beyond. Hence, the sentiment ;)
Finally, I hand drew some dots with Sharpie Markers and added glossy accents over them.


Also, linking this up to Word Art Wednesday #102 - ANYTHING GOES and to
Moxie Fab World's Tuesday Trigger - Apache Tears in the key of autumn (thank you so much Cris G for suggesting)

Thank you for stopping by and leaving me a comment :) 
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41 comments:

  1. SD poojaOctober 17, 2013 at 10:36 AM

    Its fantastic Deepti ! I loved your interpretation n execution both !

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  2. Marian Garcia, Studio MOctober 17, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    Adorable! Love your attention to detail. You have inspired me to play with the Memento dew drop inks.

    xo, Marian

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  3. shirley-beeOctober 17, 2013 at 12:34 PM

    Ooh, I love this, Deepti! You've done CAS/collage perfectly, and I love the play on words.

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  4. HannelieOctober 17, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    Deepti, all your cards are fabulous! This one is... sensational! Wow girl your talent amazes me!

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  5. WendyOctober 17, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    This card is stunning! I love it...I wish that I could touch it : ) those stitches look real.

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  6. RadhikaOctober 17, 2013 at 1:29 PM

    What a lovely card ..love the hand drew stitches on the card and the sentiment...

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  7. BridgetOctober 17, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    I absolutely LOVE your card - it's so creative - all the elements make such a fabulous impact!

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  8. jimlynnOctober 17, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    Another wonderful creative card!!! VERY pretty!
    Lynn

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  9. Virginia L.October 17, 2013 at 2:31 PM

    Way to combine all the challenges!! This is one superb and creative design! Love the artistic feel and colors! And of course, that sentiment could not be more perfect!!

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  10. Lisa EltonOctober 17, 2013 at 2:59 PM

    BRILLIANT idea Deepti, love the collage of elements!! Thanks so much for joining us at the ColourQ!

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  11. Deepti StephensOctober 17, 2013 at 3:09 PM

    Wow! Stunning, Deepti.. :)

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  12. MarybethOctober 17, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    Well this idea you had in your head worked out! Love this Deepti!

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  13. UnknownOctober 17, 2013 at 5:58 PM

    Oh Deepti I am in love with this!! I love the colours, the patched up hearts, the genius sentiment....just fabulous! :)
    Lizy xx

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  14. Kelly GriglioneOctober 17, 2013 at 6:18 PM

    Love how you always take it to the next level! So fun reading the story behind your card and how you were inspired. As usual, the results are fabulous. Love your collage look. Thanks so much for joining the CAS-ual Fridays Challenge!

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  15. Cris G.October 17, 2013 at 6:28 PM

    Great idea (sew relationships together...) and an amazing card! Somehow it reminds me of a children's movie I love: Coraline. I think you could submit your card to this week's Tuesday Trigger, too.

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  16. RosemaryOctober 17, 2013 at 10:16 PM

    love your collage, deepti!! you are so good at everything you try!

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  17. ErinOctober 17, 2013 at 10:29 PM

    Ohhhh... this is fantastic! I love the sentiment! Great card.

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  18. GeriOctober 17, 2013 at 11:44 PM

    Adorable and cheery card, Deepti!!!

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  19. Vijaylaxmi SiyalOctober 18, 2013 at 12:07 AM

    wat a clever execution....loved d whole idea n patch in the heart...n d sentiment is making it perfect.

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  20. SylviaOctober 18, 2013 at 12:40 AM

    Fabulous card, Dee, such a clever design and I love the way you used the colors! Thanks for sharing your card with us at the colourQ this week.

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  21. NonniOctober 18, 2013 at 1:27 AM

    This is so sweet! I love the colors and collage look. Really cool how you created the dots -I have to try that. :) xx

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  22. AnonymousOctober 18, 2013 at 2:12 AM

    OOh,How very clever Deepti-fabulous idea and beautifully made-and what a great sentiment!
    It's a pleasure to have you join me a follower -thank you :)
    Have a lovely weekend,
    Nessa xx

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  23. donna mikasaOctober 18, 2013 at 3:39 AM

    You are SO creative, Deepti! It's always a treat to see your cards! I love the stitched heart!

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  24. Alice October 18, 2013 at 4:28 AM

    love the collaged inking/stamping background. such happy colors, too. fabulous work as always, Deepti! thanks for joining us this week at CAS-ual Fridays!

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  25. Vicki DutcherOctober 18, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    Wonderful "clustering" effect, layering and simply overall FABULOUS use of the colors!!

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  26. EsVeeOctober 18, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    Wow.. It's so beautiful.. The whole concept. And every detail that u have added is so apt and complements the others so well.

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  27. Barb GhigOctober 18, 2013 at 1:11 PM

    I love how you referenced your relationships as your inspiration for this really sweet card! Once again, your design is amazing, and your details and color palette are just beautiful, Deepti! Keep these wonderful ideas comin'...'you' inspire 'me' so much!!!

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  28. Jocelyn OlsonOctober 18, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    I am blown away by how creative and clever you are! The colors, the stitching, the sentiment....they all work so perfectly. Thanks for joining us at CAS-ual Fridays!

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  29. Barb GhigOctober 18, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    Congrats on your VIP 'Shout Out' at CAS-ual Fridays for this fabulous card, Deepti! You are so deserving!

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  30. DarnellOctober 18, 2013 at 10:06 PM

    And the wins just keep on rolling in, Dee!! Your adorable card received a Favorites from CFC and I'm so happy for you!! Hugs, Darnell

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  31. MichelleOctober 19, 2013 at 5:45 AM

    In a nut shell...amazing!!! I love the stitched hearts and your stamped background!

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  32. Mau xxOctober 19, 2013 at 6:01 AM

    What a beautiful card Deepti, your inspiration certainly comes from within yourself. My grey matter would not think of these things ..... lol
    I love your choice of colours and sentiment too.
    Hugs Mau xx

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  33. Kim SOctober 19, 2013 at 7:30 AM

    Truly perfect!

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  34. Paper Crafts & Scrapbooking EditorOctober 19, 2013 at 1:33 PM

    Hey Deepti! Thanks for linking this up to this week's Tuesday Trigger in the Moxie Fab World! I'm so glad you joined in on all the fun! :)

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  35. AngOctober 19, 2013 at 6:55 PM

    Great take on the trigger. Love the stitching.
    Ang

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  36. ClaireOctober 20, 2013 at 12:06 AM

    I always love to see your cards Deepti - what a great combo of challenges...it's such a fun design and I love all those little details. Thanks so much for joining us at Colour Q this week!

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  37. UnknownOctober 21, 2013 at 2:42 PM

    absolutely perfect! love the wash of colors!

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  38. Cris G.October 21, 2013 at 6:26 PM

    Congratulations on your VIP win at CAS-ual Fridays, Deepti. I'm a little biased here because, among other things, I am also a seamstress, but I love your card!

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  39. Saints Rule!October 22, 2013 at 7:20 PM

    Beautiful project! Thank you so much for sharing with us at Word Art Wednesday! {{hugs}}

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  40. MerryOctober 31, 2013 at 3:20 AM

    Beautiful....

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  41. HussenaNovember 1, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    Brilliant card Deepti and so perfectly executed ..love the trendy collage background you have created and of course your fabulous idea of faux sticthing :)

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