Saturday, August 23, 2014

Thinking of You...Muse #81

Hello again...catching up on cards and posts before we head off to Banff for a bit. A bit of a stroll, shops to duck into when the rains fall...a change of scenery.

I'm sharing my card for Muse Challenge #81


My wild paper, in a small dose, reflects the colourful chevrons in Marion's pretty, glittery card, as does the embossed background. Like hers, my butterfly is triple-layered:  two layers of vellum atop a pink layer; add a white inked sentiment, a couple of pink sparkles ...and voila.  Done.  More thinking involved than doing *grin*


Thanks so much for dropping by; your visit and comments add sparkle to my day!


24 comments:

Margaret said...

This a great take on Marion's card - love the embossed background.

Ardyth said...

LOVE that geometric paper - it's the perfect amount (in my CAS opinion!) it really stands out without taking over. So glad you joined us at Muse this week!

Unknown said...

This is a fantastic spin on the Muse card. Just the perfect hit of vibrant color!

Beverley said...

Wonderful take on the Muse card :) Hugs Bev x

Loll said...

LOVE your take on Marion's card. The little panel of striped brightness is the perfect backdrop for your pretty, layered butterfly. Have a great time in Banff!

Marion said...

Ohh, this is so very pretty! LOVE that subtle embossed background - a perfect backdrop for your pretty butterfly panel. Thanks for your beautiful comments on my blog - you certainly know how to make a gal feel special :) Have an awesome time in Banff and thanks for playing along at Muse this week.

KFlaherty said...

Carol your background in great and really sets off the beautiful but simple butterfly. I think you did the inspiration card justice! Good luck!

sandie said...

Hi Carol, I love the vellum on the pink, it gibes such a soft and pretty look,a I must try this. Have a fun day x

Michelle Lupton said...

I love this!! your textured backgroud in white, the patterned paper, and the ombre butterfly are all fabulous!

Karen M said...

Your card is so pretty and I love the background xx

Monika Reeck said...

Oh girl...this is funtastic I see a winner on your card Carol...you are on a roll this month dear your card is always crisp happy and adorable and looks so profesional...and I love the background chevron you made...I will vote you on monday I give my vote to you my sweet friend cause I love your card its adorable really....and congrats on being HM again at AAA cards challenge you really on a roll my friend...doing happy dance for you Carol...hugs, Monika

Anita in France said...

Brilliant! Carol, I love the bold, geometric and gloriously coloured DP against all the texture-y white space ... a perfect backdrop for the sweet layered vellum butterfly! Hugs, Anita :)

Jacquie Southas said...

Love that paper behind the butterfly and the embossed chevron background. Tons of detail & texture on your card - beautifully pulled together!

Kay Miller said...

Holy Schmoly that is one lovely card!! Where do I start?? The embossed background is gorgeous, the background paper is fabo and the butterfly.... oh the lovely butterfly with vellum....oh and sequins... ahhhh! Very beautiful card!! ((Hugs))

Barb Ghig said...

Gorgeous take on Marion's card, Carol! I love the geometric pattern and your butterfly is amazing...especially with the embossed chevrons in the background! Love it!

Kim Heggins said...

So so pretty and I love that embossing! It adds so much beauty to your gorgeous card.

Kate said...

Gorgeous colourful panel, embossed background and such a pretty layered butterfly

Meg said...

This card is just gorgeous! Love it!

Julie B said...

Gorgeous take on Marion's card Carol. Love the subtle chevron background and then the hit of DP.
Hope you had a good time in Banff, which I presume is the Canadian not the Scottish one as it's a bit far to go for a bit of R n R !
Its the Bank Holiday here and it's piddling down so hubby is catching up on jobs while supervise!
Well done with your recent wins, you deserved it. x

Taunya Butler said...

Goodness, Gracious, ME OH MY - This is amazing - love the chevron background and then the bright colors behind your soft vellum butterfly!! You truly do have a style all your own and it ROCKS my world!! Way to go girl - this is fantastic!!!

Marisa said...

Looove that dotted chevron embossing folder!! Who is it by? An the butterfly die - love all over again! Perfect against the geometric paper.

Greta said...

Great take on the inspiration, Carol!

Shannon J said...

Tell me this won top prize. Because if it didn't, something has gone wrong. WRONG!!! OMG this is SO pretty! Love how the paper plays off of the colours in the inspiration card and I adore how the softness of the butterfly balances the paper perfectly! A complete stunner!

Dana said...

Oh my gosh thus card is awesome!! The pattern paper behind the butterfly is awesome!! I love the butterflies and the embossed zigzags!!