Saturday, September 6, 2025

Black and White Birthday

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

I kept thinking this needed a spot of color, but in the end, the black
sentiment strip did the trick.


I used a set that was a gift from a sweet blogging friend

These vintage flowers have wonderful shading and although I think they'd
be beautiful colored, they stand out in black and white.

I stamped the butterfly again on a piece of scrap and fussy cut it out to pop
over the stamped one.  Some tiny gems gave some extra interest and a foiled 
sentiment finishes it off.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend.  Summer has come back for a few days
but we'll be back to that lovely fall weather next week.

Challenges:
Seize the Birthday #312 - Black and White

 





Card Recipe
Stamps:  Vintage Garden (SSS), PP Fancy Sentiment Strips (SB)
Ink:   Memento Tuxedo Black
Paper:  Neenah Solar White, Black 
Other:  Opaque White Foil, Fancy Sentiment Strips die (SB), Subtle EF (ret SU0


Enjoy!


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17 comments:

Sandy said...

Good morning Bonnie. Very formal and I like it. The black and white definitely makes a statement.
Sandy xx

I Card Everyone said...

Bonnie, it is stunning just as you've used it! The black sentiment strip was indeed the perfect finishing touch.
=]

Bobby said...

The detail in the stamp makes it perfect for leaving it black, Bonnie, and the sentiment strip was a great way to fill that open spot.

TK said...

Great choice to let that beautiful stamp shine on its own! While it'll be beautiful colored, it really takes on a whole new personality with the b&w -- amazing

Leslie Miller said...

It's absolutely stunning in black and white! Sometimes no color is best for bringing out the beauty of the certain stamps. I can imagine they'd be gorgeous colored, too, though. You're right about how the black sentiment strip does the trick of bringing impact to the overall design. It's all just gorgeous!

Lisa Elton said...

This image was meant to be turned into a black and white card! So pretty, Bonnie!

HilaryJane said...

You are right about those flowers. They look stunning in black and white. I am glad you didn't colour them. Your card is stunning xx

Nancy said...

This is beautifully balanced, Bonnie! Such a pretty card in just black and white. I think the dark sentiment did the trick too. Thanks for playing at Seize the Birthday and for using the Topping.

Karen Letchworth said...

oh wow, Bonnie...this is really pretty! I love the black and white design. Thanks so much for sharing your art with us at Seize The Birthday Challenge. We appreciate you and hope to have you join us again soon. Happy crafting!

I'd also LOVE to have you come play along with us at Word Art Wednesday. Lots of great prizes and fun.

Blessings,
Karen L
Guest Designer, Seize the Birthday
Owner, Word Art Wednesday
@karenletchworth
www.wordartwednesday.blogspot.com - Challenge Blog
www.karen-mycuprunnethover.blogspot.com - Personal Blog

kiwimeskreations said...

Absolutely stunning Bonnie - love the drama of the black and white
Blessings
Maxine

Linda said...

Bonnie, love everything about your card, the flowers, butterfly and the elegance of the black and white. Thanks for joining us at Seize the Birthday.

Loll said...

You've picked the perfect image for a black and white card. Usng this classic combination with your details stamps really showcases the amazing images. Great work Bonnie! xx

JoAnn said...

What a lovely card in black & white Bonnie. Love the layered butterfly and yes, that black sentiment die the trick. No color needed. Thanks for sharing with us at Seize the Birthday.

JoAnn said...

Did the trick (not die) :)

Marcia Hill said...

The flowers would be beautiful colored Bonnie, but they and the whole card are so striking in the black & white...no color needed!! Classy and absolutely beautiful my friend!! Hugs. :0)

Susan B said...

I'd never have thought of doing a flower card like that just in black and white, but I love the look of it so will probably CASE your card at some point. It's so elegant!

Sandy said...

Looking at this card again - Beautiful!!!! This design would be gorgeous with colors too. Lucky you to be gifted such a versatile stamp.
Sandy xx