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FUSION...in the knick of time!

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Hey, everyone!!  I was in bed, NOT sleeping last night...storms...kids afraid of storms...I'm sure many of you know THAT drill;)...and all of the sudden it hit me...the Fusion Challenge closes TOMORROW!!!!  Last week was Nursing Home card-making week and time got away from me!  (Oh, no...wonder what time it closes????)  I crossed my fingers that I would still have time to craft this AM, and luckily, I did!  Love this challenge...didn't want to miss it! Here's what we were working with this week...

Since Spring has finally come to Indiana, after what seemed to be the LONGEST wait...I'll work a floral theme into anything I can;)  Here's the flower I made as a centerpiece...


This was a super fast flower to make, from a strip of PTI felt about 9 1/2" long and 1 3/4" wide...folded in half long-ways, and stitched on one side... (made about a 2" flower...just scale down for smaller blossoms)...


Trim off any extra felt beyond the stitching you can get away with, and then make little snips down the folded edge between and 1/8th" and 1/4" apart...


Then roll it up tightly and glue down the end with a dab of hot glue.  (I also put a thin layer covering the bottom of the flower since there was so little glue used in the rolling.  You don't have to put anything in the center, but if you want to, just be creative...I used some silver pearl beads.  Here is how it worked into the card...

Once again I've 'fused' the inspirations.  I'm pretty sure that is a Hero Arts sentiment.  I liked how the vertical 'smile' worked with the sketch.  (went back and embossed the 'smile' portion with clear glittered embossing powder...)


The soft circular images are from the Precious Remembrance Positive Thoughts set, patterned paper is from MME, and the chevron is from a MFT die.  WooWee...gotta go get this linked up and visit a little!
Thanks Fusion Ladies!!!
And thanks to one and all for dropping in!!
Your comments were so very sweet on the last card!!!  I'm hoping to do a video soon on the flowers on that one!
~Geri~

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38 comments:

  1. Sara MacApril 17, 2013 at 10:30 AM

    Oh Geri this is so wonderful! I love that beautiful felt flower and all the glittery touches. And I'm with you on not getting any sleep last night. Those storms were never ending. My girls slept right through them as usual, but I'm such a light sleeper that I got no rest. Take it easy today and keep creating!

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  2. BettyApril 17, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    LOVE your card ... the flower is beautiful, great idea :-)

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  3. BeverleyApril 17, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    This is stunning! I love the felt flower & will have to give it a try, thank you for the tutorial & also stopping by my blog & commenting :) Hugs Bev x

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  4. GeriApril 17, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    Wowzers girl.....this is stunning! First of all, thank you for the flower tutorial. I still haven't tried one of these beauties, but your card (and instructions) have me itching to give this a whirl!

    I love the bold sentiment...it is the perfect partner for the dynamic bloom!

    Is your glitter chevron inlaid? It does look like it is in the photo. Love the look of the sparkle nestled between the plain cardstock.

    Your attention to detail is outstanding! The lightly stamped circles and the wee peak of green along the sentiment panel makes this card amazing! I'm calling Winner, Winner on this one !

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  5. LinApril 17, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    THIS is gorgeous, Geri! Love the grey and lime together - you've inspired me to try that combo! Just beautiful from top to bottom!

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  6. LinApril 17, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    Me again......yes, that's a Hero Arts sentiment :))

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  7. UnknownApril 17, 2013 at 11:04 AM

    Oh, my goodness, that flower is fantastic! And the card is wonderful. Awesome job.

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  8. BettyApril 17, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    if i were to pick the winner, your card would be it!!

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  9. Handmade Creations by StephanieApril 17, 2013 at 11:10 AM

    so gorgeous!!!!

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  10. Tracey McNeelyApril 17, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    Geri this is gorgeous! I love everything about it. That flower is just simply stunning. Will have to try one of those.

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  11. PapierGirlApril 17, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    Geri your bloom is absolutely beautiful and a tutorial to boot - fantastic! :)

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  12. TracyApril 17, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    The green and silver look amazing together. Beautifully composed Geri. Thanks for the reminder on how to make that cool flower. Hugs!

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  13. Kim MApril 17, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    Oh, Geri, this is such a beautiful card! I love that flower! Great design too. :-)

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  14. Lisa EltonApril 17, 2013 at 12:02 PM

    Spectacular Geri! Pretty bloom, aren't they fun to make. I love the subtle feel the gray/silver gives this card even with the varied patterns. And look at you taking advantage of your spring weather to photograph this outside ;)

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  15. Sian RidleyApril 17, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    Stunning! That flower is so cool, I'm gonna have to try that :) I really like the vertical element to the sentiment, it adds to the interest of this beautiful card! ;)

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  16. Sian RidleyApril 17, 2013 at 1:04 PM

    ...and I'm glad I'm not the only one who got my entry in just under the wire!! He he! :)

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  17. Colleen DietrichApril 17, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    Oh Geri! Wow! It's impeccable, just like the card that earned you top honors at Fusion last week (CONGRATULATIONS!!). Love it!

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  18. Susie W.April 17, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Wow Geri! This card is gorgeous! Love everything about it. Oh, and congrats on your top honor at Fusion last week!!!

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  19. Miriam PrantnerApril 17, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    GREAT card! Love the flowers, the glittered chevron piece is fantastic and I love the glitter on the sentiment too!

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  20. Audrey PettitApril 17, 2013 at 2:39 PM

    Holy Cow! I'm so glad you had enough time to squeeze in a project for this challenge, cause it is a stunner! LOVE your flower and love your design! And that color combo is uh-mazing! Beautiful job, Geri!

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  21. maria f.April 17, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Can you say gorgeous?!?!?!?!?

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  22. NancyApril 17, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! So elegant with a fabulous pop of color! Love it! Glad to hear you're experiencing Spring...I'm still waiting! :o)

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  23. Leigh PennerApril 17, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    Oh, wow, this is gorgeous, Geri! I love that flower paired with the gray patterned paper-- just lovely!

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  24. Jinny NewlinApril 17, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    Oooo! I really love that yummy, felt flower, and your touch of shimmer and shine is the perfect finish! GORGEOUS, Geri!

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  25. MichelleApril 17, 2013 at 5:02 PM

    Geri, this is fabulous! I adore that flower (thanks for telling me how to make it!). Wow!

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  26. ArdythApril 17, 2013 at 5:22 PM

    Wow! This is so amazing! Love that bright colour and the texture is just outstanding!

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  27. Kay MillerApril 17, 2013 at 5:38 PM

    Geri you are just awesome! That flower is so neat! Thanks so much for sharing how you did it. I never would have guessed! Your card is just beautiful too! You got my vote!! :)

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  28. ~amy~April 17, 2013 at 8:40 PM

    Okay, Gorgeous. I hoard my felt, why do I do that? Your bloom is so very pretty!!! Thanks for joining us at Fusion!

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  29. chucksusanApril 17, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    Geri: Glad you had time to get this card done! I really like the flower, I'm going to give it a try. Great spring day here today!!

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  30. AnonymousApril 17, 2013 at 9:34 PM

    Glad you remembered, because this card is beautiful. GORGEOUS flower, and I love the grays and silvers with the pops of green. Perfect. Happy to have you back with us for week 2 at Fusion! ;-)

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  31. LyndalApril 18, 2013 at 3:54 AM

    Gorgeous felt flower & FAB extra sparkle Geri!
    So glad you joined in the fun at FUSION - hope to see you again soon :)

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  32. Carol's Ink SpotApril 18, 2013 at 9:25 PM

    Your card is so elegant looking and the flower is gorgeous! Thank you for showing how you made it. Glad spring has arrived by you. We rec'd 6 inches of snow yesterday.

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  33. DarnellApril 19, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    There was NO way this wasn't going to be the winner! Congratulations!! Yippee!! You are the Queen of Fusion!!

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  34. GeriApril 19, 2013 at 1:43 PM

    I called it! A huge congrats Geri! So very, VERY well deserved!

    - From the other Geri :)

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  35. Loly BordaApril 20, 2013 at 1:29 AM

    Yay! Congratulations on winning the challenge! So well deserved, and 2 weeks in a row, yay, I hope they invite you to be part of the team, your work is really awesome.

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  36. JennyApril 20, 2013 at 4:27 AM

    Congrats on your win at Fusion.... such a jaw-dropping design! love the felt flower :0)
    Jenny x

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  37. Sharon WheetApril 20, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    what a simply beautiful card.

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  38. marie theMay 10, 2015 at 7:08 AM

    I am French and yours flowers are beautifull and i like that you made thank you

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