Paper Cuts

Mar 29 2008

A Special Card for a Special Someone

Published by Michele Boyer at 7:45 am under Inkadinkado, My Designs

That’s the sentiment on the inside of the card. Today is my grandmother’s birthday and this is the card I made for her. She is very special to me and unfortunately, I don’t get to see her often enough. She loves hummingbirds, so I thought this image by Inkadinkado would be perfect. (If you’re really nice to Lindsey, she might get some more in her store. )

A Special Someone

I don’t usually make cards without sentiments, so in a way, this card just looks naked to me. Well, not “naked” really, but like it’s missing something. But this image is kind of large and I just wasn’t sure where or how to fit one in. I thought about making the focal panel larger and including it there, but then not much of the patterned paper would show. But I think it turned out ok.

I stamped the image in Jet Black Stazon then watercolored with SU reinkers. Once the ink was dry, I outlined a bit using gray Copic markers (Nos. 1, 3 and 5). I don’t know that this is an accurate rendition of coloring for a hummingbird, but that’s what they look like in my head. :)

I hope my grandmother has a wonderful day…and I hope she realizes my crooked stitching was intentional.

Have a great weekend!!! Thanks for stopping by!

25 Responses to “A Special Card for a Special Someone”

# christina fischeron 29 Mar 2008 at 8:00 am

Oh my — this is gorgeous, Michele! That hummingbird says it all — no sentiment needed! The paper is a perfect background!

I hope your grandmother has a fantastic birthday!
# Sue Bon 29 Mar 2008 at 9:27 am

What a beautiful, beautiful card. Your Grandmother will love it. I struggle with not putting a sentiment on the front of a card (I just made one this morning like that) but sometimes it just doesn’t fit. Your card is perfect the way it is.
# lacyquilteron 29 Mar 2008 at 9:29 am

Beautiful.
# Bev J.on 29 Mar 2008 at 9:41 am

Wonderful card for your grandmother-stitching and all-(grin). I have that stamp and really like it. I don’t put sentiments on lots of my cards if it detracts from the main focal point.

Bev J.
# Jerri Jimenezon 29 Mar 2008 at 9:43 am

A beautiful card Michelle, your grandmother is going to love it! I love watercoloring humingbirds, my favorite tiny little bird. Thanks for sharing and Happy Birthday to your grandmother.
# Pinkyon 29 Mar 2008 at 9:46 am

Michelle, I know your grandmother will simply love this card…who wouldn’t? I love your watercoloring. I have this stamp and have never used it. Makes me want to break it out and put some ink on it…LOL

Pinky
# Laurieon 29 Mar 2008 at 9:49 am

This is just gorgeous! I too have this stamp because I fell in love with the image, but to be honest the size and detail have kind of scared me. You did such a great job with the subtle coloring and not trying to colorize the whole thing. I don’t think I would have ever thought of that approach. Beautiful and I am sure your grandmother — or anyone for that matter — will love it. I also struggle with where to put the sentiment, but I also will often decide to just let the image do the talking. Great work!
# Dawn E.on 29 Mar 2008 at 10:18 am

Michele, this is gorgeous! That stamp is wonderful! Your colouring is fabulous!! I think the card looks wonderful without a sentiment on the front. All the attention is put toward this beautifully coloured image. I hope your Grandmother has a wonderful birthday!
# Jackie W.on 29 Mar 2008 at 10:27 am

This is so beautiful! “Naked” and all!
# Terryon 29 Mar 2008 at 10:46 am

I know my Mom would love this card……she’s a Grandma and a GREAT Grandma.
Perfect card for a perfect Grandma.
# bronihon 29 Mar 2008 at 11:04 am

This is just gorgeous, M!! And it certainly doesn’t need a sentiment on the front. It’s perfect for framing this way! I bet your grandmother is thrilled!
# Claire Dalyon 29 Mar 2008 at 11:15 am

Wow Michelle, this card is so beautifully done. Your grandmother will love it. It’s perfect just as it is. Love your style.
# Julia Staintonon 29 Mar 2008 at 11:24 am

This is stunning! Just perfect! You don’t need a sentiment on every design. One on the inside is fine and your grandmother will just love it!
# Kendra - SCS: apigonfireon 29 Mar 2008 at 3:32 pm

This is just gorgeous - like everything you do! Ha ha about grandmother knowing the stitching is supposed to be crooked! I know my grandma would say something!
~Kendra
# Suzanne Lumberon 29 Mar 2008 at 4:31 pm

This is a very beautiful card for a very special person it is truely gorgeous!! Sue :o)
# Linda Marieon 29 Mar 2008 at 5:14 pm

WOW! What a fierce piece of artwork!
# Deborah Golanon 30 Mar 2008 at 12:46 am

Beautiful card for your Grandmother, she’ll adore the humminbirds. Deb
# Jana Mon 30 Mar 2008 at 12:48 am

What a stunning card! Thanks for sharing.
# trudeeon 30 Mar 2008 at 1:16 am

**Mouth hanging wide open**
WOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWWWWWW!! That is SO gorgeous, M!
# jacksonbelleon 30 Mar 2008 at 4:01 pm

Holy crap M! This is beyond gorgeous!!!! Wow!!!!! Yup, this card makes me wanna order them right now as *I* don’t have one either! Fantastic!
# Linseyon 30 Mar 2008 at 10:13 pm

I think this is just beautiful! Not missing a thing–you Grandmother is sure to cherish and adore it!
# Rose Annon 31 Mar 2008 at 3:26 am

This is gorgeous just the way it is, Michele!! I’m sure your Grandmother will LOVE it!!
# Danielleon 31 Mar 2008 at 2:55 pm

This card is gorgeous! Aside from the crooked stitching, lol, it’s perfect for a frame…no outside sentiment necessary!
# Sharon Harniston 01 Apr 2008 at 9:21 pm

Gorgeous, Michele — that hummingbird image is beautiful and you’ve colored it so soft & pretty . . . blends so nicely with that yummy paper!
# Leslie (leslierich)on 03 Apr 2008 at 12:28 pm

It turned out beautiful, Michele! I’ve gotten hung up on trying to fit a word or sentiment on the card front, but it’s so NOT necessary. I love a beautiful card that’s totally devoid of sentiment. Some of the cards I’m most drawn to are simply little pieces of art that don’t say a darn thing. Your Grandmother will love this, I know!