Thursday, 26 April 2012

HSSC 115: Boy's Baptism

I needed a card for a baby boy's baptism. I really wanted to use the cross made with the corner scallop punch but, it just wouldn't work out. So, I moved on. Instead, I put my efforts in trying to infuse spring into this card. I was inspired by how beautiful it was outside! Plus, my idea fell in nicely with this week's Hand Stamped Sentiments spring theme.

(I apologize for the crooked photos!!!)


Stamps: Woodgrain, God`s Blessings
Ink: Daffodil Delight, Certainly Celery, Chocolate Chip, Bashful Blue
Paper: Bashful Blue, Daffodil Delight, Barely Banana, Crumb Cake, Certainly Celery, Whisper White cardstock and Certainly Celery dsp
Tools: sponge daubers,  1 1/4" circle punch, bird punch, itty bitty punch pack, jewelry tag punch, scallop trim border punch and corner punch (to make template for cross)
Extras: blue rhinestones

I went a little sponge crazy! I sponged everything...I got in the zone on this one and things became a little more intricate than I had originally envisioned, but sometimes creativity takes over and voilà!



I think the little flowers the best, I always love those little flowers.


Big...BIG...sunshine! Yay, the sun is back! ... or well the warmth is back, whatever, it's good!


Happy springtime!
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10 comments:

  1. LeroyLime26 April 2012 at 22:48

    Darcie, your layering is FABULOUS!! all that sponging paid off...such depth and beautiful popped lines. A beautiful sentimental card that will be cherished for sure. Thanks for sharing with us this week and playing along over at Hand Stamped Sentiments!

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  2. Bobbie27 April 2012 at 08:29

    This is a beautiful card for a baptism! I love the sponging, the wood detail on the cross, all the little flowers, and the Blessing tag. Perfection. Thank for playing with us at Hand Stamped Sentiments.

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  3. Diane Vander Galien27 April 2012 at 14:16

    Very Pretty!!! Love all the layers and the sponging is perfect!!! Flowers are so pretty!!! Love the bright sunshine!!! Thanks for playing along with Hand Stamped Sentiments, Diane

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  4. inkedx227 April 2012 at 18:00

    This is a fabulous Baptism card! The sun is perfect. Love the background on the cross. Thanks for playing with us this week at Hand Stamped Sentiments.

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  5. Elizabeth Price27 April 2012 at 18:44

    Stunning! I am so drawn by the sun on your card--it's fabulous. Thanks for being a part of this week's challenge at Hand Stamped Sentiments. Smiles, Elizabeth

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  6. Krista27 April 2012 at 18:50

    This is such an amazing card! I love the cross and the sunlight shining on it, too!! I'm sure the family getting this card loved it! On a side note, I think we have the same carpet. :) Thank you for joining us at Hand Stamped Sentiments.

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  7. Erika Clark28 April 2012 at 21:26

    Your Baptism card just makes me so happy! I love the cross, and the HUGE rays of sunshine spanning across the card, your layers and layers show such thought and care. It's truly a keepsake for the family. Thanks for playing at Hand Stamped Sentiments!

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  8. Anonymous29 April 2012 at 21:11

    I love the sun rays and the cross. What a beautiful spring scene. So full of texture and dimension. Thanks for playing at Hand Stamped Sentiments.

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  9. Diane29 April 2012 at 21:37

    Marcie, I have been playing along with HSS the past couple of weeks and just wanted to stop and tell you how much I enjoyed your Baptism card. I love how the sun "shines" on the cross and all the little details. I also think the cross is perfect exactly as is. :) I will be tucking this idea away for the next time I need a Baptism card. I think it would even make a great Easter card.

    www.joyfulstampin.blogspot.com

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  10. Bada-Bing Creations29 April 2012 at 21:55

    Can't get more springy than a cross I think! I love how you made yours and I love the scene you created with the sun and grass and all! Thanks for playing at HSS!

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