Now mine may be a little small and a little tidy from what I've seen, but it worked for what I wanted. Thought if I was creating a chalkboard, it may as well be for my kids' poor neglected teachers...can't thank them enough! I've used a couple different sets from PTI on it...School Time and Teacher's Apple. (The little scroll image is from Waltzingmouse...so pretty, and added a needed femine touch to the board!) I added some pretty layers of Crate Paper's 'Fourteen' collection with it...(Got me some, Char!!!)...
Love those colors!!! They're just some of my all time favorites, and I thought they looked so nice with the little black chalkboard. My only regret...here it is a brand new year...and it looks like I've reverted to an OLD layout! Didn't really intend to do that,...just how it came together! Fun, FUN challenge!!! I'd really love to make another using this technique...we'll see!
Now...if I may...more old news, I guess...
...my little Christmas Eve critters in their new jammies after getting their new ornaments opened and on the tree! Ah!!!...what a wonderful holiday it was!!! Happy New Year, my friends!!! Thanks so much for stopping in today!
~Geri~
So glad to see you back! What a great card too, masterful combination of patterns. Love the wavy borders on top and you nailed the chalkboard effect. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteYour teacher CB card is beautiful! I love the paper clips and all the details. Looks like a wonderful Christmas, TFS
ReplyDeleteThis is just simply perfection! You framed like a master!
ReplyDeleteLoving seeing your beautiful family too!
Hello my sweet sweet friend ~ so good to see you getting crafty again! I have yet to try this chalkboard craze but I'm loving what you created, the paper clips are FUN!! Love this pic of your home and the kiddos! Looking forward to your 2013 projects ~BIG HUG ;)
ReplyDeletePS thanks for popping in today to share in my news!
love how you used this technique for a teacher as it really does look like a chalkboard.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card. In fact, my husband was looking over my shoulder at the in linkz list and pointed yours out saying, "That one's really cool." I agree. :) I love the paper clips across the top and your layers are awesome. I'm layer challenged, so I know it is definitely a talent!
ReplyDelete1) What a beautiful house you have, and I LOVE the greenery on the front door!!
ReplyDelete2) Your kids are adorable.
3) I am extremely jealous that you're already playing with Fourteen. Mine is on transit from Cupid himself, apparently!
Love love LOOOOVE this card!! I had so much fun with this technique when Betsy first did it, not sure if I'll get to it before Monday again though. But SO appropriate for the teacher, and I love the way you framed it like an old slate. And all the layers and everything are just perfect!!
Side note: I love the lighting of your photo, too... the colours are really popping on the card, it's a great picture!
Beautiful card.
ReplyDeleteLove the idea of an actual chalkboard. Your layout is gorgeous.
Your bow is awesome.
Great pixs.
What a beautiful card! Love the chalkboard technique too. Your photos are fabulous. :)
ReplyDeleteHugs~
Really LOVE your MIM card...the little paperclips across the top are just such a lovely touch! Know the teacher will really appreciate receiving such a beautiful and thoughtful gift!
ReplyDeleteI was going to do a similar teacher and chalkboard card but went for a rainbow...your's is lovely!
ReplyDeletewhat a gorgeous card! I'm a teacher too and would LOVE this card! LOL I am definitely going to use my teacher stamps for this technique...thanks for inspiring!
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ReplyDeleteYAY for crafty goodness from Geri!! Your card is absolutely fabulous! I love the chalkboard!
ReplyDeleteYour house is lovely and your critters so sweet! They have to be on Christmas Eve, right? lol
Beautiful card! Love the detail and layout of it. Congratulations too on becoming a DT for Precious Remembrance Shop! Loved all your Christmas cards and looking forward to seeing more.
ReplyDeleteGeri your card is so beautiful! You did a great job on the faux chalk technique. It is indeed perfect for a teachers card. Love it!!
ReplyDeleteThis one is great too! Glad you had a good Christmas.
ReplyDeleteThe blackboard technique is SOOOO popular right now and I think you did a great job. Geri girl, don't worry about using old sketches. You always make your projects fresh and unique. Thanks for sharing your wonderful pictures. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteOh your children are growing up! Lovely photo, and I like the twinkling lights outside your home and the garland around the arch is beautiful. Someone special must have hung that there!
ReplyDeleteYour chalkboard cards are so cute. Perfect for the teachers. So many fun layers and colors. The will be treasured. Thanks for sharing the photos. Happy New Year to You and Yours
Gorgeous, gorgeous card, Geri! That chalkboard technique is just sooo perfect for a teacher card! Absolutely stunning design! And so love your holiday photos! Too. What cutie pie kiddos you have!!
ReplyDeleteYour kids are so adorable geri!!! Love the pics of your home and your card is so cute!!!!
ReplyDeleteGeri - adorable photo of your sweet children! And your home looks so pretty all ready for the holidays! Had to tell you I love, love, love these chalkboard cards! So fun to give to Teachers too! ;)
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