I'm married to a great guy who for years has done something special for our childrens' birthdays. We have a tradition of placing a bouquet of about 20 balloons on their beds while they're asleep for them to find on birthday morning. Even as young adults they've enjoyed starting their special day this way.
I thought the balloons in the Up, Up, and Away set would make a great guy card that I need to mail.
The colors look much better IRL, you'll just have to take my word for it! I made several attempts to get a better photo that showed the Daffodil Delight looking sunny instead of mustardy but to no avail.
I made a tag using the Matchbox Die, and found the Denim Twill coordinated perfectly.
I find masculine cards to be hard, don't you? Maybe I should challenge myself to make them more often. I'd love to know what helps you with this type of card. A certain set or theme? Favorite colors? If you have a minute, let meknow in my comments box.
This was made using the beautiful sketch by Karen Giron, you'll find it at the Sweet Sunday Sketch Challenge.
All supplies by Stampin' Up!
| Stamps: Up, Up and Away |
| Paper: Whisper White, Daffodil Delight, Night of Navy, Brights Designer Series Paper Pack, Old Olive |
| Ink: Daffodil Delight, Night of Navy, Basic Black |
| Accessories: Houndstooth Embossing Folder, Denim Twill, Matchbox Bigz Die, Large Oval Punch |
