As I only needed two, it took me a little while to decide what to do, but I eventually produced these two.
The one on the left is similar to ones that I have done for other significant birthday cards (my sister's 40th, my Mum and Dad's 70th birthdays), adding photos of the ageee (I've just invented that word) as well as usual decoration.
I've used a mixture of vintage wrapping papers (from Karla in Lawrence, Kansas), wallpaper, prints from my collection of vintage cards, lace, doilies and buttons, with a bit of stamping thrown in. I suppose all of this decoration is a lot for a birthday card, it's more like a scrapbook page, but you're only 80 once.
The second one has a more flowery vibe, with cross-stitched bits.This one is decorated with a collection of papers, embroidered panels, with lace and buttons, images from vintage cards and more lace.
I also gave her one of my felt flower corsages, which I placed inside a box that I'd decorated with paper, lace, a crocheted flower and button.
I also added a decorated tag.
The other work I've been doing this includes more felt corsages.
And I commissioned piece of a Pride and Prejudice rose scented heart.
There'll be more making this coming week as I have a fair on Saturday at the Bluecoat in Liverpool city centre.
Have a good week.
TTFN
Louise.
P.S. As usual I'm taking part in Handmade Monday, pop over and see what everyone's been up to.
I love all the care and detailed work in your cards, it really makes them something special :)
ReplyDeleteThe flower corsages are so pretty! I love the cheery bright colours and the box you made forAunts one is sooooo lovely, the perfect finishing touch! x
I'm sure the card will be gratefully received - you've put so much love and detail in! What a great bundle of gifts to receive on any birthday
ReplyDeleteThank you, my Aunt loved everything.
DeleteHow lovely! I love all the lace and prettiness!
ReplyDeleteGosh, you have been busy, these cards will be a treasure to keep, I love all the detail you have put in.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your fair, I haven't been to the Bluecoat Chambers for a few years, I really must pop in next time I visit Liverpool.
Jan x
Thank you. I'm looking forward to the fair, it's my first one at the Bluecoat.
DeletePeople often keep cards so a scrap booky type personal one is a lovely keepsake, I'm sure she will love it. I am hoping to go to the fair at Bluecoat so will say hello if I do!
ReplyDeleteI'll look forward to seeing you too.
DeleteGlad that the mojo has come back. You are so right about only being 80 once and you have certainly made these cards worthy of this amazing milestone. You add so much attention to detail with all of these items, making them well and truly special. I hope that your mojo remains with you this week. :)
ReplyDeleteMy mojo is in overdrive at the moment. My head is full of lots of ideas!
DeleteWell done, your work is really fabulous. Such a gorgeous mix of materials. Hope you have a good week.
ReplyDeleteI'm absolutely smitten with those felt flower corsages! The cards are wonderful too!
ReplyDeleteSweet designs
ReplyDeleteYour aunt is very lucky, and I bet she will treasure all of it (I love the box you decorated!)
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely cards. The flower corsage and decorated box is so pretty xx
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful cards, the detail is amazing.
ReplyDeleteJust popped over from Handmade Monday
Hi Louise, these are lovely cards. I love the idea of using mixed media. Very pretty!
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