Jan 30, 2017

Ellen Hutson January Pin-Sights Challenge


Playing with the January Ellen Hutson Pin-Sights Challenge. Here's the beautiful inspiration photo. As you can see, I focused on the top card, second from the left. Love that color combination.



A closeup, where you can see the silver foil hello die under the white.


Watercolored some paper with  tombow markers and die cut with the Essentials by Ellen by Julie Bed of Roses die.  Hand cut with an exacto knife and added the Essentials by Ellen by Julie Brushstroke Hello die.  Because the Bed of Roses die is large enough to cover an entire card, I made two cards with it.


Worried about our country and continuing to struggle just a bit with health issues -- you take meds for one thing and that triggers other things.  I'm fine, though, and appreciate more and more having a hobby that I still enjoy (and good health insurance!).

MOOD WHEN DONE = Pensive

10 comments:

Betty said...

beautiful cards Joan - happy that u r feeling good!

I Card Everyone said...

Well I cannot believe that I don't have either of these fab dies ... how did that happen? Gorgeous... no beyond gorgeous to out of this world beautiful!
I'm worried AND have lousy health insurance ... so glad you have the good... take card of your bad self... xx
=] m

LaurieJ said...

Love your cards - just the thing to bring a smile when someone receives it in the mail. Glad to hear that you are feeling fine. And I'm right there along side of you with regards to mood. I'm finding it hard to stay upbeat at the moment - so much to worry about. sigh

TK said...

Your card is beautiful, the use of foil fun!

Mac Mable said...

Wow your hand cutting is fabulous. Such an elegant card, loving the colours and the gorgeous layout x

vdoyle8 said...

Awesome idea with the foil! I love your cards. I share your concern for our country. Each day brings another thing I just can't believe is happening.

Carol D said...

Love your beautiful cards! So glad you are doing ok on the meds - I have heard that sometimes it's very difficult to get them all in balance. I guess that may be what's wrong in politics, too! I'm trying to balance the bigotry with lots of love!

Ginger said...

I'm always glad to see your posts. Your cards are uplifting. Worry is toxic. A cheerful heart is good medicine.

Leslie Miller said...

This die probably looks better cut in half, and what a great idea! Pretty colors, nicely blended. Love the chunky "hello". I can hardly bear to watch the news anymore, but I have to stay informed. Worried, yes.

Karin Ã…kesdotter said...

Such an amazingly soft and pretty card Joan - I Always love your cards! Great take on the inspiration Pictures too. Thanks so much for playing along with Essentials by Ellen January Pin-Sights Challenge, hugs, Karin Ã…kesdotter www.instagram.com/peppermintpatty42/