Wednesday, April 17, 2013

CASING Hannelie

Do you know Hannelie over at Desert Diva? Well, she's one of those card makers in blogland whose work I totally admire. Her cards are fantabulous, and I look forward to seeing what she's got in store every time her blog pops up on my right hand side bar. If you don't know who she is, if you haven't seen her cards, stop right now, and click on her link (found above), and go. You will be tickled, I promise. Oh, then come back here!

Hannelie just got back from vaca in Thailand. *sigh* For sure, many of us in blogland are thrilled that she's back. I've missed her cards. In her post today, she let us know that one of her cards was chosen as the inspiration at Inkspirational. How cool is that?! And even before I went over there, I made a card just because Hannelie is my friend, and I love her work. So this is her card:



Lovely and delicate, isn't it? I know my sister will love this. The card I made doesn't quite look like this. I had some gorgeous crocheted lace ribbon in mind the minute I saw her card, but alas, it didn't work. Neither did the second card I tried. Or the third. Then a ping went off and the darn thing came together in a flash. And here is the final product:


Not lovely and delicate, but Hannelie's basic design is there. I tried an embossed panel, but it was just not quite right. (Remember?, I listen to all the little voices in my head when it comes to cards...) I had this scrap of 'woven' gold in my giant scrap box, and thought I might try it. That's when the pings began! Tada. Flash. Done!

Black card base, scrap o' gold woveny paper, a scrap of Fancy Pants, random gold ribbon, scrap of black, a chipboard sticker from K & Company, and the little flag and sentiment are from PTI. Go forth now and happy dance. 


P.S. Don't forget about Unscripted Sketche's 4th Blogiversary...here's a link to that...US

14 comments:

Hannelie said...

Bev, you are the best!!
I appreciate you my dear friend!
Thanks for being inspired by my card and your fabulous support!
You just put a smile on my face day after day!


Darnell said...

What a lovely tribute to the incredible Hannelie! And your card is, too, Bevie! (I so embarrass myself when I lean forward to lick the monitor!)

Ardyth said...

This is a wonderful CASE of Hannelie's card! I love the shimmer of the gold cardstock and ribbon. I'm Pingless over here today - which is frustrating since tomorrow I have to go back to Jury duty and who knows when I'll be pinging again?!

sandie said...

isn't great when the 'ping' happens! And I love the gold paper and the ribbon, a great case and thanks for joining us at Inkspirational x

Marybeth said...

What a sweet birthday card and cupcake!

Marina said...

A great take on this design - love the cake and the bright colours.
Thank you for joining us at Inkspirational Challenges. Come back next week! Marina

cm said...

Bev - not only is your card super sweet, but taking your inspiration from your friend is awesome! You are such a gem to showcase her and her work. Warm-hearted,thoughtful, and funny - those traits are so evident in everything you create Your posts are delightful; your cards charming!
Your comment on my Funky Frame Fusion - THANK YOU! Day brightened! Yes add that stamp set to your list, and order. So much fun! Watch for a note from me tomorrow!
c

Gaylynn said...

These are so pretty! Congrats on your Liebster award. I'm paying it forward as well. New follower. :)

Kim Heggins said...

This is so sweet! What a wonderful tribute too.

Karin Åkesdotter said...

LOVE how you used the elegant card and made a Bright and happy version of it - the perfect take!!!

Geri said...

An eloquently written tribute to someone we all admire and are so happy to call her friend! Hannelie's work is truly amazing.

Your card is perfectly you! The striped paper and the cute cup cake paired with the sheer gold ribbon and that YUM-MY shiny gold paper create such a fun, whimsical and happy birthday wish that will totally make someone's day a happy one!

Anonymous said...

Goodness, Bev, you've well and truly pinged here ... the woveny gold is stunning, especially with the striped panel and the ribbon! A totally splendid take on Hannelie's card and warm, wonderful words for such an amazing talent! A lovely post! Anita :)

Mynn xx said...

What a SWEET tribute and card! LOVE the darling cupcake and I adore the fabulous gold paper! Thanks for joining us at Inkspirational! :)

Unknown said...

This is just gorgeous! I LOVE that gold woven paper. The shimmer is just fantastic! The only bad thing is, now I want a cupcake!!!! LOL Wow! What gorgeous colors! The water stamping is beautifully done. Thanks for joining us at Inkspirational this week!