Friday, March 22, 2013

Even though We're Apart...


Hi Friends!  Hope all is well with you.  I had a relaxing day at home the past weekend, just making cards.  I also realised I've not played the Unity challenge for a long, long time. 

I'm playing along with the sketch found here:

 

Here's my card:
I kept pretty much to the sketch, as it gave me a chance to take out my tag die to use.  I'm a dies hoarder - I buy a few every month and I think I should stop buying and start using them!  I used my favourite Phyllis Harris set "Present in my Heart" and stamped it on kraft cardstock. 

The Copics I used are:
Skin - E30, E31, E33, R20
Hair - E11, E23, E25, YR23
Sun - Y35, YR04
T-shirt - R81, R83, R85, C1
Shorts - R32, R35, R37, R39
Starfish - R39, R32
Sea - BG000
Sky - BG0000
Sand - E11, E31, Y35

The background was created using the lovely "Poppy Chevron" stamp inked with Memento Desert Sand.

I thought it would be fun to add a little interactive piece to the card.  There's a little pull-out on the right of the image, and there you'll see the other half of the sentiment.


All of you know I'm a fan of Phyllis Harris - I'm so excited my cards using her stamps are published in this week's Australian Cardmaking, Stamping & Papercraft magazine.



Time to check out the beautiful projects at the Unity blog from all my Friends with Flair!

Thank you for visiting me. 

Have a fabulous day!
Kary




31 comments:

FiestyCrafter (Tina) said...

Congratulations on being published!!
Your card is cute and I love the pull out sentiment.

Lindsey said...

The colours of your card are perfect to get that pensive, missing you feel. Congrats on your pub feature, too, Kary!

Laurie said...

Wahoo on the publishing!! I love, love, love the "missing you" card..design, details, colours, everything!

Jeanne J. said...

Lovely post - those images have me feeling sentimental. I love your coloring and how you captured so much feeling here! Big congrats on the publication! You deserve it!

Linda said...

wow love colors desing and the details of the card.

Ruby said...

KARY CONGRATULATIONS on the publication. You cards are stunning and this is no surprise. I will have to look for it the next time I am out. WTG

Julie Odil said...

Whoot for Kary! Congrats on being published! I can't imagine the thrill! But, I'm not surprised. Your cards are so beautiful. And, I love your take on the challenge. I haven't had a chance to play along yet. I hope to soon -- maybe this weekend!

Angeline Choo said...

wow KARY! congratulations! your cards are beautifully made. yay for kary!

Emily Keaton said...

That is SO pretty, Kary! I used that sketch, too--and turned it as well! CONGRATS on your publication!!!!! Your cards look awesome in it :)

Cynthia said...

Fabulous take on this week's Be Inspired sketch, Kary! Congrats on being published. How exciting for you!

Christine Ang said...

Congrats to you. Makes card making more interesting and challenging.

Mary Anne / MA54K said...

Congrats on being published, so that people everywhere can enjoy your beautiful coloring. I love the little pull out secret message on todays card!

Karen (karey2005) said...

Wow, your cards are beautiful! Congrats on being published! Woot, woot!

Unknown said...

WoW!! Your work is wonderful!! Love your take on the challenge and love how you put the boy and girl images on one card!! Awesome!!

Gaylynn said...

Kary, I think your sketch project turned out super sweet. And congrats on your other cards getting featured. You deserve it. :)

veronica said...

very cute! love your cards.

Michelle said...

What beautiful cards!! Love the interactive tag!!

Gwen said...

Love your coloring on kraft, Kary! I've never tried this. Congrats on being published in Australia!

kiwimeskreations said...

Your card is beautiful Kary - and congratulations on being published!
Blessings
Maxine

Mary said...

Your coloring is absolutely amazing! I stand, well sit, in amazement. So love this card and the feel of it.

Wendy ten Hove said...

Your card is such a beauty, Kary!!! Love it!! And how great that your cards were published!! All your Phyllis Harris cards could be published, in my opinion!! Those are always my favorite!! You really know how to color and use those stamps!!
Hugs, Wendy

Lisa H. said...

this is lovely, Kary! beautiful tag on this card.

Maria said...

Gorgeous cards with sweet images colored perfectly!!!

Pryn said...

Love your take on the sketch, Kary! Your card is gorgeous!!!

Congrats on your pubs! They are ALL fabulous with that AMAZING coloring of yours!!!

Angela Magnuson said...

THIS is GORGEOUS as always! that publication is STUNNING - I am going to go brag about you on the UNITY FACEBOOK PAGE! :)

Miwa said...

What a beautiful card! And congratulations on your publications - you rock, girl! :)

Handmade Creations by Stephanie said...

Amazing as always!!!! Thanks so much for Playing along with unity!!!

Ohana in Bend said...

i love your three cards and also love these stamps. i have waited a loooong time to make my purchase and now am so happy yoo have given me examples to follow of one of my favs.!

joslyn said...

love your take on the sketch!

Angie Blom said...

Wow... Stunning work here Kary! I love everything you do!!

Thienly Azim said...

That is a BEAUTIFUL card! Wow, I love the sepia/retro take on that image! Congrats on your publishing, too!