Spring Cards

I tried to make a pile of cards when I still had my craft room available. Here are a few that I made. Can you tell I was anxious for spring to arrive?

I used a variety of new and vintage supplies, and tried to use up some scraps where I could. The nest image on this card is from Authentique. I coordinated it with a matching peach seam binding bow.

The central image on this card is also from Authentique. I found a few of their die cut sheets in my stash and finally used them! I had fun matching the various colors and patterns on this card to the die cut. I thought it was a bit unusual at first, but the end result is playful and pretty. The vintage yellow ribbon really pulled it together for me.

Another image from Authentique, and more paper scraps. I made a crinkled seam binding bow on this one by simply spritzing the ribbon with water, bundling it, and then drying. 

 
I hope that spring is arriving for you. We've had gorgeous weather here in TX and I'm hoping it keeps up long enough to get my gardens planted.
 
   

Happy Spring

Back on this post, I shared the projects I made for a Spring Art Swap with a couple of friends. Here are the projects I received from these two talented ladies.

First up is my friend Julie. She made this fabulous altered Spring banner. On the back is a spring poem to inspire me. I love the colors and all the little bits and bobs she embellished it with. I have it on display in my entry with my spring and Easter projects.

Next up is Diana, who made this stunning altered canvas for me. I love the colors and the layers she applied. I'm hoping to get a beautiful spring photo of my niece to place on it.

Here's a close-up of some of the embellishments.

Thanks ladies for another great swap!! I truly love what you made for me.