This first card (pennant-a-looza, baby!) I made for my DH (that's "dear" husband) using Jenni Bowlin and SU products. Yup, I sanded and inked and distressed each one of those chipboard puppies, and there's lots of embossing too - I guess that's why they call this stuff crafted. Lots of time spent on this, I know, but it's one more way I express my love - through my art - and he deserves it because he's a great dad and DH.
This other card is kind of the opposite - simple and to-the-point. I made it for my 16-yr-old son to give to his dad - nothing too fussy for these guys! Do you think it's manly enough?
Simple is not really my forte - I do think it is a real skill to produce work that is simple and effective - it's something I try to do often, with little success. I do so admire those who can pull off "simplicity" and not get bogged down in the details (and that's true of life in general). That's why I keep plugging away at this.....
I really like the pennant idea. Something different than the tired old tie. Also, I like your Etiquette Tip of the Day widget.
ReplyDeleteI love them both Lisa! I'm a little pennant crazy myself. I just bought a new stamp set with 4 different pennant shapes. There's just something fun about a mini banner.
ReplyDeleteOK, my next post will be about pennants as I used my new SU pennant die! Love both your cards!
ReplyDeleteI've been playing with my new SU pennant stuff too, Berta! Can't wait to see your post, and I'll be posting mine soon too.
ReplyDeleteJenny, wait and see what SU is coming out with - you'll love it.
Mrs. Stranded - thanks for the comment! I left one on your blog too. I love that etiquette tip widget also - I think I was Miss Manners in another life!