We are posting Summer themed cards- and having a fun Blog Hop while we are at it in the
Michael Strong Yahoo group. Mine has a story........
My daughter just left for China for a year- she will be teaching English in a Chinese school in Shenzhen (which is about an hour east of Hong Kong-5500 miles away from home....). So, my summer has included Asian themed topics- so the Kimono stamp was perfect for my card.I also just got the latest
Technique Junkies newsletter..... so the background is using the Markered Rainbow Resist technique. I also added eyelets- yep- dug out some ancient eyelets for a SCS blogging group- Stamp Addicts-challenge. The red cardstock the Kimono is embossed on is a gorgeous red cardstock-Rosso Incandescent-with a gold shimmer in it.
The
NEXT stop is Deborah- who has not one but two links with Michael Strong cards- lots of eye candy..... After Deborah's blog- you will go to
Hetty's blog-see the listing below.
At
Hetty's Blog, you will find out about some candy....... Yummy..........
I am adding a list of all participants to make it easier if you choose to 'hop'
Thanks for stopping by!
Shelly
33 comments:
Really a great card! It all fits perfectly.
Shelly this is a stunner - love the kimono image and you have really showcased it beautifully. Great background too.
Blessings
Maxine
That kimono looks wonderful on the red Shelly, vibrant and extremely 'oriental-looking'.
Hello Shelly,
Wow....Shelly.....I just LUV your card.
I LUV everything with an Oriental theme :o).
Great choice of colour combination.
Hope your daughter has a wonderful time in China
You have many beautiful cards Shelly. Love your blog. Cheers, Lola.
WOW! Love the colors and everything about this beautiful card. Hope you get to visit your daughter while she's in China.
Shelly, such a beautiful Asian themed card! Love the rich colors and gold embossing! Love this!
Turned out great - you used some bright bold colors.
Shelly
This is full of elegance and richness. I love that there is a story to the creation of this card.
Wishes
Lynne
simply gorgeous Shelly! Thanks for posting your personal story.
Mike
I said "Stunning" on TJ and I'll say it again, "Stunning"!
KathyR
Shelly, your card is wonderful. I always love hearing the story behind the card. Thanks for the great inspiration.
Wow, Shelly, what a great trip your daughter is going to take. And teaching so far from home. Must be a great experience. Wich her good luck from me and yes, your card is so fitting. Beautifully done. And thanks for taking part in the Summer blog hop!
What a great experience for your daughter !
Your card is just stunning !!
Wow, lovely card Shelly. And was nice hearing about your daughter going to China.
Shelly, this is STUNNING! So beautiful. Pretty much breath taking beautiful in fact! Love it - and like the use of the eyelets too!
lynn
A grand experience for you daugther. Lovely card
Oh, Shelly, I love all the patterns and layers on your card--and what fun to use eyelets again! I have a ton of them just sitting in my stash! That kimono is crazy cool! :^)
I know you will miss your daughter while she is in China, but I am sure she will be having a memorable experience! (Maybe you could go visit her?)
Hugs,
Penny
Great card...
Lovely card Shelly!!!
Paper Hugs,
Jan
Wow! This is one spectacular card! Love that gold embossing and oriental theme. Beautiful!
WOW! This one just blows me away, Shelly! Fabulous embossing.
Beautiful card! So elegant! ...and I'm glad to see someone else using eyelets!
Love your kimono card - the background really sets it off. The eyelets and ribbon add a great finishing touch !
Stunning card Shelly! Love all the elegant layers with the lovely kimono taking center stage!
great kimonocard. love it!
very nice.
Barb
Your card is gorgeous!
I love the story behind it. My father went to Hong Kong and loved it. I hope your daughter does as well but how sad you must be without her here with you but proud of her also.
Thanks for sharing.
Sande
Your card is perfect for your daughter - colours & design are great and now I must check the Splitcoaster's email I haven't had time to read!!!
Anne
I love that kimono stamp, and you did a great job with it. Your card design and pp choices are wonderful.
Wow, oh Wow, Shelly, this is gorgeous! So richly detailed and the paper is to die for! What a stunner! Great entry for our eyelet challenge also! Congrats!
Shelly, such a lovely card which express exactly the oriental! Smadar
Shelly, I LOVE orienatal themed cards and the Kimono stamp - it's beautiful!
Good luck to your daughter, and I hope she finds some oriental papers for you...
Dorly Weitzen, Israel
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