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I TOLD you...I TOLD YOU I wanted a DO-OVER!!!

Thursday, March 17, 2011

And NOT of the photos...THE CARD!! (although, I AM aware my photos need improvement!) Yes...yes, I'm crazy! Don't anybody be leavin' me 'crazy' comments, OK? But I had to do it! You're probably still gonna like my first card (previous post) better, but I had to try it again. For one thing, I already had that mess of blue-y gray stuff out. And the other thing...I just wasn't totally happy with the first card. Even though the paper I used (My Mind's Eye, with the swirls) had a vintage feel, it also had a large scale pattern that was fresh and contemporary, and I felt my details were too small for it. Stupid, yes...picky, yes...crazy, YES...but it all got the best of me!! Anyway, these were the colors (if you didn't see my previous post)...Here's my new focal point...
I thought I had what I needed to do a rolled felt rose, and thought it would be cute with the paper--and fresher--but as it turns out, my felt colors weren't quite right. Here's the new card...
...still with small details, but overall, a larger-scale look. And I left that doily alone--no smudgie ink! The ink on the first one made it look kinda transparent and...cheap. I left a little space at the bottom for a sentiment and a pearl or two, for when I decide who this will go to. Here are the two together...
I do like that gray contrast on the 1st one a lot! (Uh, oh...I feel a do-over of a do-over coming on!) Kidding! I think I have a better appreciation for that first one now that I've had the chance to play with it again. I promise...I'll put the blue-y gray mess away. Thanks for puttin' up with me!!

We're headin' to the mountains (no, not in Indiana) for Spring Break next week--it might be awhile before I'm back. I can't wait to go tromping around the Smokies with my hubby and kids, but I'll sure miss you all...and my paper...and my ink...;)

Thanks for stopping!!

I really appreciate the very, VERY sweet comments on my first card!! Thanks, everyone!!

Geri








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17 comments:

  1. NancyMarch 17, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    LOL I just came in at this post and thought you'd lost your mind for sure! haha You're just TOO funny, my friend! I've now caught up on what I missed and you make a BIT more sense! BOTH cards are absolutely GORGEOUS, of course!!
    Have a fantastic time in your Smokies! I think I'll eat one for lunch! :o)

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  2. Heather RogersMarch 17, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    I love them both Geri. I have done a do over on both cards and pictures. Sometimes we don't see things until they are posted on the net. I do like the contrast of the grey with the blue on the first card, but love the layout of the second card too. :)
    Glad to see you make a second card for CR84FN!
    Hugs~

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  3. Andrea MMarch 17, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    These are both SO GORGEOUS Gerri!!! I hear ya on the do-over :) I've done it over before. But these cards are absolutely STUNNING!!! Love your handmade flowers! WOWZAS! Thanks so much for playing along with CR84FN!

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  4. Carol's Ink SpotMarch 17, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    I believe both cards are beautiful! Similar with the accent, but unique in style. Great job!

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  5. Mona PendletonMarch 17, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Geri, BOTH of these cards are so BEAUTIFUL! I loved the first entry now this one is also drool worthy! That ornate frame looks wonderful and I love the piece of canvas/fabric you incorporated! Thank you so much for playing along with CR84FN :)

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  6. MichelleMarch 18, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    It's gorgeous! But, I love them both!

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  7. ♥ Sonja Bekker ♥March 18, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    WoW Geri this is just amazingly gorgeous
    I LoveIt !!

    I'm going to follow you,you have so many beauties over here ^_^

    Take care
    Hugs sonja x

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  8. Rebecca MosherMarch 18, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    I still love your old one, but the new one is just gorgeous too! I just saw you have a tutorial for your flower(s), I'm hopping over there right now ;-)
    polkadotdoordesign.blogspot.com

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  9. GisèleMarch 18, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Absolutely stunning; both are. You have such a way with cards...xoxox

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  10. Nancy L.March 18, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    you are too funny!
    love your new card!!

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  11. TracyMarch 18, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    Okay, first or second, they're both fantastic! You're too hard on yourself. I do really like the frame focal point on the second card though. YAY! You'll love the Smokies. Hope you get a chance to visit Cade's Cove. Bring lots of film or extra memory cards! HAVE FUN!!!!

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  12. Meredith MacRitchieMarch 19, 2011 at 2:00 AM

    Well I think they're both beautiful! I love the burlap (?) on your card, and I just love the way you used the border banner at the top... this is great! Thanks for playing again with us at CR84FN!

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  13. AnonymousMarch 20, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    I know what you mean :o) and with my un-tasteful eye, I do agree that the do-over is the one of choice. I'm so glad it worked out to two cards! :o) both are in their own way, lovely. thanks so much for sharing!

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  14. StellaMarch 21, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    I laready loved the first one and both cards are STUNNING!Cingrats on your Top-3. So well deserved!

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  15. Dana GustafsonMarch 23, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    You are the cutest! BOTH cards are gorgeous!

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  16. Mad for PaperMarch 25, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    LOL, you crack me up. I love both cards.
    TFS
    Ang

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  17. Sylvia/LittleTreasuresMarch 30, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    don't know how I missed some of your posts, but I caught up and loved all that I've missed. This again is one of my fav colors. Glad you enjoyed your get away.

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