Saturday, September 14, 2024

Sunflower Smiles

Hi there.  I'm so glad you stopped by!

Sunflowers always make me smile.


This die is particularly pretty and I couldn't resist it.

It was cut from leftover bits of yellow, green and brown cardstock.

I added some depth by sponging more color at the base of the petals and
outside of the leaves and then shaping the petals.

I paired it with the Basket of Sunflowers embossing folder and it seemed
to be lost.  So I cut a label and embossed it with the Subtle embossing folder,
outlined the label with some of the yellow ink and popped it over the embossed
sunflowers.  The card is a Monarch size (7 1/4" x 3 3/4").

Challenges:
Double D - Sunflowers
Triple B - Birds, Blooms & Butterflies (the blooms are covered)

 







Card Recipe
Stamps:  Banner Sentiments (PB)
Ink:   Crushed Curry, Chocolate Chip
Paper:   Neenah Solar White, Daffodil Delight, Pear Pizzazz, Chocolate Chip
Other:  Sunflower Serenade (SB), Nesting Slim Labels Die (Alt), Basket of Sunflowers EF (SB)


Enjoy!


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20 comments:

Vicki said...

Gorgeous sunflower! The added ink really brings it to life. The details in the petals are amazing. Love the embossing folder too. Thanks for sharing at the Double D, "Sunflower" Challenge.

I Card Everyone said...

So very beautiful, Bonnie! and you've taught me a new card size: Monarch? Who knew!
Speaking of - our last Monarch emerged and took his first flight yesterday but there were three of his friends also flitting about the Mexican Sunflowers! The Warblers are arriving, too! Gotta love this time of year!
=]

JoAnn said...

Beautiful card with that pretty sunflower. Love the shading on the flower petals and leaves, it really makes it stand out. The embossing is pretty and I can see why you needed to add the label for the sunflower. The wavy sentiment is perfect.

Lisa Elton said...

Your delightful sunflower fills this card beautifully, Bonnie! This is is so cheerful!

Brenda in IN said...

A beautiful sunflower and that label with the inking really shows it off. Great card!

Bobby said...

That sentiment is perfect with the happy sunflower, Bonnie. It looks perfect on the label die on a Monarch card.

TK said...

Your card is perfect for bringing smiles and imaginary hugs! The yellow outline worked wonders to showcase your sunflowers

Pat said...

That is a gorgeous sunflower and such a beautiful embossed background to go with it Bonnie, and the label you placed it on with the inked edge gives it wonderful definition. x

Leslie Miller said...

Bonnie, you do know how to grab my attention with your beautiful cards! I saw this in the DD gallery and it stopped me in my tracks. Beautiful detailed sunflower die, cute sentiment and banner, and gorgeous embossed background. I've been shopping too much this month, but now I'll have to look up the sentiment set. It's neverending. Thank you for joining us at Double D!

Trina P. said...

Sensational sunflowers. Wonderful design and looks great with the embossed sunflowers, too.

Susan said...

Great design on a slimline card! Lovely sunflowers!

Marcia Hill said...

Sunflowers make me happy too Bonnie...it's hard not to smile when you see them, and I'm definitely smiling at yours! I love your embossed background too...soooo pretty and perfect for this card! Hugs. :0)

Nstiz said...

This one is wonderful and love the rich dimension it has. Once again you shaded it perfectly. And no clue how you got that neat yellow edge on that background die cut but it's perfect for this. Love that sentiment too.

Linda W. (ScrappinBari) said...

Gorgeous sunflower and I love the label and embossed background too, Bonnie!!

kiwimeskreations said...

Oh my goodness Bonnie - this is absolutely stunning!! A great sunflower themed creation
Blessings
Maxine

Loll said...

LOVE this pretty sunflower, Bonnie. Looks amazing on the shaped label with the sunflower and basket weave dry embossed background. xx

Faith A at Daffodil Cards said...

Love the sunflower with the clever design. x

Christine Alexander said...

What a stunning sunflower- it's so bright and cheerful ♥

Darlene said...

Oh my friend ... this is SO beautiful in SO many ways!! Love your sunflower (the dimension is awesome) and love that you did an embossed background! I never think to do that and it looks awesome!
Thanks so much for joining in the fun at our Triple B & Double D challenges! Good Luck and we hope you’ll come back often.

Darlene
DAR’S CRAFTY CREATIONS
Co-Owner … Can You Handle the Pressure, Double D, Four Seasons, Peace On Earth, Stencil Fun, Simply Clean & Simple, Two Old Bats, Triple B, Word Power, Love Those Pretty Papers

BożenA said...

Great combination of embossing in the background, with that amazing die cut of a beautiful sunflower. Another beautiful card, my dear Bonnie.
Hugs,
BożenA