Thursday, January 17, 2013

Cherish...

Cherish

Found this fun Sweet Shop sketch in my sketch file and decided to give it a go.  Opted for a little more dramatic Valentine's Day card made with red and black.  Even used two more goodies from my "to be used later" pile - yeah! 

Had a big issue with the sentiment.  Swapped it out about three times as the font just didn't match the rest of the card - ever happen to you?  I'm not totally satisfied with this one (due to the sentiment panel issue), but ran out of options, so this is what I had to to with... :(

Good news is, this card is in the past and I can move on to another one!  That's what I love about his hobby :)

Have a fabulous day everyone and thanks for visiting today.  Your company is always appreciated!

 

What's In It?
Stamps: Studio G (Michael's)
Paper: Read Red, Black, Red Hearts (Recollections)
Ink: Black
Accessories:  Lacy Circle Nesties, Heart Punch (Marvy), Heart Blocks Embossing Folder (Provocraft), Crimper, 5/8" Red Satin Ribbon, Button, Twine, Glue Dot, Dimensionals

21 comments:

Dawn Easton said...

I think it turned out wonderfully! LOL if I can't get a font to work...I normally leave it off. I know the frustration for sure!

Benzi said...

I'm sure we all have those issues and worse. LOL I know I do. Your card is so pretty, Marisa, and the little hearts on your paper are so sweet.

Vicki Dutcher said...

You did great! I love that ribbon -- gorgeous red

Anonymous said...

I am loving this card, Marisa! Love red and black together, and your style is always my favorite of them all! ;D
Hugs!
Can't wait to see your next creation!

Ravengirl said...

I like the card! I know what you mean about not being able to find the right sentiment...and it is completely silly in my craft room where I have been collecting stamps for ages.

Michelle Woerner said...

Fabulous card! Yes, I am a picky font user, so I know exactly what you mean!! Hugs!

Maureen said...

Loving the strong, bold colours...You're getting quite the lovely collection of Valentine's!

Emily Keaton said...

Those pops of red really make this card stunning!

Chris Dring said...

What a beautiful card! I have that same issue about not finding the right sentiment....alot! I usually end up finishing a card in 2-3 hours instead of 1 hour, because I can't decide on what to use! LOL!

Tosha Leyendekker said...

This is just charming Marisa!! I love the cherish banner and that you made the heart the focal point!! LOVE the dramatic colors too. So striking!

scrappingnana said...

I think it is perfect and a nice sentiment. Love the bold red & black combo.

LeAnne said...

I love the sentiment...big & bold, just like the card! That DP is fabulous!!!

Betty Wright said...

Love the colors and design, Marisa! Great Cherish sentiment, too!

Bonnie said...

Red, white and black are such a classy combination! Love the crimped heart with the button and that pretty font!

Linda Callahan said...

This is one sweet Valentine! Love it!

Anonymous said...

'Fun' is not a word I'd use to describe this sketch, lol! Pretty scary, I'd say!! Once again you've 'nailed it' and your card is fabulous!
xx

Colleen Dietrich said...

Fonts make a big difference, don't they? This is so lovely!

Patrice said...

Great card...I hope you'll link up at 52 Card Pickup again this week!

http://www.oldbackporch.com/2013/01/52-card-pickup-23.html?m=1

Lee-Anne said...

There's nothing like classic black, red and white, Marisa! Love how you've tied in all the hearts...embossing folder, designer paper, die cut! I know what you're saying when it comes to sentiments...it just has to feel right...font...size etc. Have a great weekend!

Stacy Morgan said...

Beautiful valentine, great clean feeling. Trying to catch up as I was gone last week. Ssshhhh... noone knew! ;0)

Christina said...

I know what you mean about trying to find a sentiment to match the style of the card. I think this one works beautifully! Love the embossed black panel and perfect red bow.