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Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Anniversary

The Less is More challenge this week is a theme

We want to see
Something Shiny


This is the anniversary card I made for DH.  We celebrate our 43rd anniversary today.  Whenever I ask him what he likes on a card, he always says a duck.  He says that if I ask him what kind of picture I should put on the wall too.  He's a pretty ducky guy.

I found this Loon stamp at the Enchanted Cottage and bought it to do a card for him.  All the guys in my life will probably get these "loony" cards in the next year.

In honor of Less is More, I decided to emboss it to shine it up a bit.  I really like it better embossed than not.    And since Loons are pretty much black and white, I wasn't compelled to color the stamp with markers and left it in silhouette.  I find that I like embossed silhouettes.

The card base is Brushed Silver to add a little bit more shine.  And the beads definitely shine.

Supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted

Card Recipe
Stamps:  Loon (Northwoods), Loving Thoughts
Ink:  VersaMark, Jet Black StazOn
Paper:  Brushed Silver, Textured White, Basic Black
Other:  1 3/4" Circle Punch, Nestie Circle (Spellbinders), Simply Scored, Silver Flatback Beads

It seems like only yesterday that we got married.  And then, it seems like we've been married forever.  Isn't it  funny how we perceive time?

Thanks so much for joining me today.

Enjoy!





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22 comments:

  1. ChrissieJune 20, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    This looks beautiful Bonnie... Happy Anniversary!
    Here's to many more!
    Thanks so much
    Chrissie
    "Less is More"

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  2. LynneJune 20, 2012 at 3:31 PM

    This is really lovely Bonnie. Who would have thought you could make a duck card look so elegant?
    Lynne xxx

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  3. Emily KeatonJune 20, 2012 at 4:15 PM

    So elegant! ANd I love how it shines. :)

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  4. Kim SJune 20, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    It definitely must be a great relationship if you are still shopping for ducks!! It's a great card...it has a duck, it's simple for a guy, but it's got a little shine for the special occasion!

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  5. jimlynnJune 20, 2012 at 5:29 PM

    First of all....happy anniversary! Hope you have a wonderful day.

    This is so pretty, Bonnie. Beautiful layout and image! Simply a gorgeous card.

    Lynn

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  6. DarnellJune 20, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    Happy Anniversary, Bonnie to you and Ducky! He's a ducky guy and a LUCKY guy! That's even three years longer than us. What's your secret? LOL! If I need advice at this point, might as well give it up! Have an awesome celebration!!

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  7. ElaineJune 21, 2012 at 4:45 AM

    It's a great card! I love the sophisticated look of it even with a duck on it!!

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  8. KathykJune 21, 2012 at 4:51 AM

    Happy Anniversary - love the duck card

    Kathyk

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  9. Vicky HayesJune 21, 2012 at 5:13 AM

    This is gorgeous Bonnie I like the way you turned the duck stamp into a shiny medallion. I think I could do with a loon stamp for some of the guys in my family too!

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  10. Deanna June 21, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    Happy Anniversary Bonnie! This card is just stunning love the loon stamp and the embossing really makes it stand out more~LOVE IT!

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  11. VivJune 21, 2012 at 9:53 AM

    Happy Anniversary - fab card too!

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  12. BenziJune 21, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    Yes, time is a funny thing. Congratulations on your 43rd anniversary.
    Your card is awesome. I really like the brushed silver paper. I am almost positive he had a big smile when he got his card....with the loon. :-)

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  13. Jeanne HJune 21, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    Happy Anniversary. Great job on the card and stamp choice. Perfect!

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  14. AnonymousJune 21, 2012 at 3:59 PM

    What a Bonnie Card! It's simple and elegant, I really like it. Happy Anniversary, best wishes, Karen

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  15. VictoriaJune 21, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    Happy anniversary! As a birdwatcher, I especially love this stamp. The loon family are all called divers here and while they can often be seen in the winter months flying around the UK's coast, they are really something to see up in Scotland in the late spring/early summer when they have their striking summer plumage.

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  16. ClaudiaJune 21, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    Hi Bonnie, simple, but so effectful and perfect. Just great.
    Hugs Claudia

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  17. MJune 22, 2012 at 7:51 AM

    This is a great LIM card - and happy anniversary to you and hubby! M x

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  18. Colleen DietrichJune 22, 2012 at 9:33 AM

    Happy Anniversary! Hope your DH loved the elegant card. :)

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  19. SusanJune 22, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    First of all...Happy Anniversary! LOVE the card...so perfect for a guy! The "loon" stamp was a good buy! We actually caught a loon when I was a child. It had landed on the runway at the airport where my daddy worked and tore its feet up. Guess the bird thought it was water. They have a VERY pointed bill....and later the loon stuck it bill through my Daddy's foot! Funny the things you remember...LOL!

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  20. MandiJune 22, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    Stunning card Bonnie
    Anniversary wishes from me too
    Thanks so much
    mandi
    "Less is More"

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  21. RosmarieJune 22, 2012 at 5:17 PM

    Dear Bonnie.
    First of all let me congratulate you for your 43th wedding anniversary. Best wishes to you two...
    Your card is very beautiful and sober. I love this perfect style.

    Daen'Ys

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  22. AileenJune 26, 2012 at 4:12 PM

    What a smashing card for your other half. Hope you had a lovely day. x

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Enjoy! Bonnie