Praying for you

I am so glad I had some time this morning to work on Dawn's color challenge. I really like the fun colors she puts together. Her eye catches things mine wouldn't even think of LOL! Any way here is Dawn's color combo.
Here is my take on the card.

I did substitute the new SU color Soft Suede for Chocolate. I really like this color. I am going to try and use the new SU colors as much as I can. Last year I bought them all early, but didn't get into them until a few months ago and now I have a lot of "left over" materials. Of course I will continue to use them, but my goal this year was to buy the fun new colors and actually use them from the beginning. Since I do have the SU catalog for the next year, I must say I am loving the big shot dies, colors, dsp and accessories more than the actual stamps. This is really just fine with me as I have other companies that I adore their stamps, so it is going to work out fine LOL!

I tried hard to keep this card simple. It is my first instinct to layer, layer, layer. I think it is because the girl who introduced me to stamping was very much a fan if the card doesn't work for you add layers, LOL! So now I have been looking at cards from others and what draws me to them. I have noticed I really like two styles, layers and very simple LOL! So, I am trying new things and new ideas. I will say it takes a lot less time to do one layer style cards. Of course I when I try new things I have to use old favorites. Damask Desings was quite a surprise favortie for me. I really didn't think it would be one of my desk side stamps, but it has been for quite a few months now. If it keeps up it will earned a coveted spot next to polka dot basics and hand written notes LOL!

This is for a good friend who is having some big problems with her 17 year old. It really makes me want to bottle up Miss Izzy and keep her young. WOW, I guess it is just hitting me how different the world is now compared to when I grew up. I live in the same town and my parents live in the same home, but it really feels more dangerous. I have no idea why!

It's a good life!

Terri E.

Deets: All supplies are Stampin Up unless noted

Stamps: PTI Damask Designs

Ink: Soft Suede

Paper: Papertrey Ink Paper PTI Vintage Cream, PTI Bitty dots dsp, PTI Raspberry Fizz, PTI Kraft, SU soft Suede

Accessories: Glue dots, stampin dimensionals, scallop punch, PTI hibuscus burst buttons, vintage white/cream buttons