Friday, May 30, 2014

For the Dad!!

Hi friends, with Father's Day right around the corner, I had to make these cards to send them out to India one for my father and one for my father-in-law :) It usually takes 10-15 day's to reach, I am keeping my fingers crossed that they receive it on time :)
So before working on my card, I went over the blog land to see if I could get some inspiration from the challenges and yes of course I did!! The challenges are really helpful when I comes to designing my card :) So, here's my first card...

Inspired by the following challenges -

    

To make this card, I took a diagonal striped pattern paper and cut it out and scored, folded and glued  it to create a gift box, coz when I read ribbon a gift box struck my head. Added ribbon just the way we wrap a gift box. Then further embellished it with die cut alphabets and an anchor. Stamped the sentiment across the edge to finish my card :)

For my second card I was inspired by a few challenges again :)
  
I created my chalkboard on a black card stock by heat embossing the banners in white. then brushed some white ink to give a chalkboard look, stamped around with a border stamp to make the frame. Then I stamped and colored the banners on the card base to add interest. To finish, I added the die cut alphabets, stamped the sentiment and embellished it with the star pin.

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

Supplies used 
Card 1 - Stamp: CAS-ual Friday's Clover; Pattern paper - Sn@p - color vibes; Dies - Paper smooches Anchor die, MFT Little lower case alphabet die; Ink - Distress Broken China and Memento - Rose bud; Ribbon from Darice; Martha Stewart Score board

Card 2 - Stamps: Banners from Recollections Cannery Mason jar clear stamp set, CAS-ual Friday's Clover. Paper Sweeties - Borders; Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black, Memories white dye ink, Versamark; Whisper opaque white embossing powder; Spectrum Noir Markers
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47 comments:

  1. 1CardCreatorMay 30, 2014 at 4:17 PM

    These are both fabulous Dee, I am sure they both will treasure them. ~Diane

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  2. Victoria LavenderMay 30, 2014 at 6:22 PM

    That's neat!! Love how the color stops before crossing the blackboard! Very clever card for Dad. Thank you so much for playing with us at AAA Cards. Next week (pretty soon) we'll start the game on Sunday instead of Monday. Looking forward to seeing more of your cards! Cheers, Victoria

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  3. RosemaryMay 30, 2014 at 6:51 PM

    both cards are absolutely amazing (of course!!), deepti! i especially like the second one with all the banners and the chalkboard look!

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  4. AngelaMay 30, 2014 at 6:56 PM

    Wow Deepti, your card is so vibrant and fun and a great card for dad! Thank you so much for playing with AAA Cards this week!

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  5. LinMay 30, 2014 at 7:33 PM

    Gorgeous cards, Deepti! The black in both of them really makes the other colors pop!

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  6. Lisa EltonMay 30, 2014 at 8:23 PM

    These are both terrific Father's Day cards! I love the nautical feel of the first one and those playful banners on the second. thanks for joining us at the ColourQ!

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  7. Barb GhigMay 30, 2014 at 8:54 PM

    Two awesome Father's Day cards, Deepti! I love how you used die cut alphas on both of them, and how you were inspired by all those challenges! Your striped box is fabulous, and your chalkboard is so trendy and fun! I'm sure your father and father-in-law are going to love them, too!

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  8. Kay MillerMay 30, 2014 at 8:56 PM

    What wonderful cards for the men in your life! I struggle making masculine cards, but you have done a super job at it! I love the nautical one and the banners in the second one are perfect!

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  9. Tenia NelsonMay 30, 2014 at 9:11 PM

    Awesome cards, Miss Lady!!

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  10. Rema DeLeeuwMay 30, 2014 at 9:26 PM

    I love this! The banners are a nice touch and it adds color to your card...

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  11. sweet art designsMay 30, 2014 at 10:07 PM

    Wow! your card is wonderful. I have admired your work in other challenges! Great inspirations, thank you.
    - Myrna Sweet

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  12. Lee Ann BarrettMay 30, 2014 at 10:20 PM

    Beautiful work, Deepti! Both cards are fab, though I must admit, I am partial to the chalkboard technique card, with your awesome banner design and sentiment in the corner. It is always a pleasure to stop by and see your work! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Seize the Sketch!

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  13. Katie MelhusMay 30, 2014 at 10:44 PM

    2 lovely cards Deepti! The Fathers in your life are going to love these :) So glad you played along with us at Seize the Sketch!

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  14. Virginia L.May 30, 2014 at 10:46 PM

    You are a master of challenges, Deepti! I am amazed how you incorporated the themes and sketch into such awesome Father's Day cards!

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  15. Somdeepa DasMay 30, 2014 at 11:24 PM

    Lovely duo! My favourite is the chalkboard one! Just love the banners on that!

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  16. Linda BeesonMay 30, 2014 at 11:42 PM

    OHHHHH how I love the banners on your second card. What a neat use of the AAA Cards challenge, glad you played along.

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  17. HannelieMay 31, 2014 at 12:52 AM

    2 fabulous cards Deepti!
    So glad you tried out the chalkboard technique... and is such a marvelous way!
    We love seeing you at AAA cards!

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  18. SindhuMay 31, 2014 at 12:52 AM

    Awesome cards. Second one is one of my all time favorites! Superb card!

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  19. SylviaMay 31, 2014 at 1:34 AM

    What fun cards for dad, Deepti, love both designs! Thanks for sharing them with us at the colourQ.

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  20. SD poojaMay 31, 2014 at 2:09 AM

    I loved both of them !!

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  21. CREATIVE KHADIJAMay 31, 2014 at 3:27 AM

    So pretty ! What a lovely post :) thanks for sharing :)

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  22. JaneMay 31, 2014 at 4:17 AM

    Love all the bunting on your chalkboard card. Thanks for playing at AAA Cards.

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  23. Joni AndayaMay 31, 2014 at 6:52 AM

    Fabulous male cards :)

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  24. Cindy HallMay 31, 2014 at 7:53 AM

    Both cards are WONDERFUL, Deepti! I really love how you stamped only in white on the black panel, but carried the design onto the white base with color. Very unique and a great look! Thanks for sharing with us at Freshly Made Sketches!

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  25. Kim SMay 31, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    The big anchor is just perfect - and I love the splashes of color to keep it all very celebratory! And I love your use of black and white and colors on the second card.

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  26. Vicki DutcherMay 31, 2014 at 10:45 AM

    Terrific cards! Love the stripped centered focal panel and your chalkboard card is awesome! I love the way you partially colored the banner off the board -- well done [as usual] -- I'm joining the AAA team next week - I sure hope you continue to play :)

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  27. RadhikaMay 31, 2014 at 11:10 AM

    Both are Awesome Deepti :)

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  28. MarybethMay 31, 2014 at 2:29 PM

    Beautiful cards Deepti! Love the one with the anchor . Wow 10 to 15 days is a long time for the mail to get to your family. Take care! Thanks for playing along with us at Seize The Sketch.

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  29. maria f.May 31, 2014 at 6:17 PM

    Just love that chalkboard! Callin' a winner there ;)

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  30. Diane JaquayMay 31, 2014 at 11:41 PM

    I love both of these! Love the anchor with the stripes on your first card, and the chalkboard with the wonderful banners on the second!

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  31. Ellen H.June 1, 2014 at 1:56 AM

    I love these cards a lot :)

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  32. Jessi FoganJune 1, 2014 at 4:37 AM

    Both of these are absolutely wonderful! I love the nautical feel of the first one - and pink on a guy card? Extra credit for sure! WOw! and the second, with all those fun banners? I love the pin & the chalkboard! Thanks so much for coming to play with us at Seize the Sketch :)

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  33. GerrinaJune 1, 2014 at 5:32 AM

    Two great cards! Came here from CAS-ual Fridays and love that one! The layout with the little striped piece is perfect!

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  34. jimlynnJune 1, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    BOTH of these are fantastic! They're going to love them.
    Lynn

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  35. Mona PendletonJune 1, 2014 at 4:43 PM

    Wonderful cards! Thanks for joining along with STS :)

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  36. Jennifer RzasaJune 1, 2014 at 5:55 PM

    I'm loving the angled panel and those stripes! Thanks so much for joining us on the Runway!

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  37. ~amy~June 1, 2014 at 8:49 PM

    Such great father's cards...love them both!
    Thanks for joining us at CAS-ual Fridays!

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  38. Miriam PrantnerJune 2, 2014 at 10:13 PM

    These are great! I especially love the first one, great juxtaposition of soft and hard, graphic, and simple.

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  39. Katie Ann BrooksJune 3, 2014 at 2:12 PM

    when will you teach me your CAS ways o wise one?! Simply fabulous!

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  40. DonnaJune 3, 2014 at 5:16 PM

    Both cards are great but I'm loving your banner card; color and b/w. Really cool and special! TFS!

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  41. JoyceJune 3, 2014 at 9:52 PM

    Two fantastic cards. I'm impressed with how many challenges you can follow and get inspiration from. I hope those cards make it to India on time.

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  42. Kelly GriglioneJune 3, 2014 at 10:52 PM

    Awesome cards, Deepti! Especially love the colors in your first one, but you've still managed to keep it masculine. I sure wish I was as organized are you are with sending the cards out already. So glad you were able to join the CAS-ual Fridays Challenge!

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  43. Sazzle DazzleJune 5, 2014 at 3:29 AM

    Great cards deepti I can't pick between them. Perfect as always. X

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  44. ShellyJune 5, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    LOVIN' these!!! So simply, sweet and perfect!

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  45. Monika ReeckJune 6, 2014 at 4:23 AM

    the ribbon is so yummy dear Deepti and I never put any pink on Manly card you did it so clever..
    I see your lovely DAD card on the CASual Friday and wanna see it closer thats why I come here to your blog..
    Great Photograf too and nice arrangement on your first DAD card..the second one also look great with black sentiment..

    I am joining too the CASual Friday if you maybe wanna see my card it is #38, I would be so happy if you also could leave me some love..hugs, Monika

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  46. Lori TurnerJune 7, 2014 at 1:03 PM

    Deepti, I totally LOVE what you did with my sketch from Seize the Sketch this week :) Love the colors!!

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  47. FlubidooJune 16, 2014 at 4:29 PM

    Both cards are truly stunning Deepti! They are packed full of inspiration for masculine themed cards! Thanks for playing along with the CAS-ual Fridays Challenge ;-)

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