I used elements from the Ahoy There! range from Docrafts, including some Creativity Club downloads for both projects.
I fussy cut all the elements and strengthened them with Modge Podge before fixing them onto the card with foam pads. The image was a royalty free internet picture that I've had for a while.
I added some red netting (from a punnet of peaches) and a ceramic starfish attached with jump rings.
The sentiment postcard was computer generated and I made the lifesaver ring from a couple of circle dies.
I used some of the leftover elements to decorate a plain white wooden frame.
The shells are all from one of the Docrafts Creativity Club downloads and I created the sentiment on the computer.
The other elements are all fussy cut from the Ahoy There! paper collection. The fish paper can be replaced with a lovely photo.
I'm pleased to say that the card and frame were well received by my friend and she is settling in nicely to her new home by the seaside.
these are gorgeous Andree.
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Absolutely love both your card and frame, Andree, and I can categorically state that they are even better in the flesh! They are so beautiful and I'm wondering where you bought them from, lol. :P
ReplyDeleteThey really are incredible craftmanship and there is so much life and texture...and fabulous attention to detail. Love, love, love them just as I love, love, love my new home on this wonderful, wonderful island! :D
These are fabulous Andree, I am sure your friend will love them.
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Linda xxx
Morning Andree and these are just stunning really delightful hun love your work hugs Judith xxx
ReplyDeleteLucky friend, Sis, and a fabulous frame I adore these papers, I think they are nearly my favourite from Do crafts. Hugs and have a fabulous day xxx
ReplyDeleteHi Andree, what a lovely card and present for your friend, just right for someone living beside the seaside, beside the sea!! xxx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards and my parents would adore these (especially as they live by the sea). Love the clever use of the netting on your first card. Lou x
ReplyDeleteJust gorgeous. What a lovely card and present to receive x
ReplyDeleteHi Andree, Wow such a beautiful card and present. Am sure your friend loved them. Love the colours and the design.
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I am sure your seaside friend was just thrilled with both of these. They are perfect for the occasion. Cheers, Holley
ReplyDeleteBrilliant, your friend will love them.. Great design, Px
ReplyDeleteSuper card and frame - great gift for someone special.
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Andree your friend is going to treasure your beautiful seaside card and the frame is just stunning. Love the vintage feel to these as well.
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