Monday 25 January 2016

Happy Birthday Dulcie

I have had quite a lot of orders lately and this one is rather special as it's for a lady called Dulcie who will be celebrating her 100th Birthday.


I was a bit out of my comfort zone here but Pauline helped out with a fabulous design which I...ahem...borrowed!! The pretty image was from the latest Crafters Inspiration Magazine  CD rom and after a rummage I found Nitwits Always and Forever was an almost perfect colour match. I dusted off a really old stamp set for Dulcie and 100 and distressed all the edges with Walnut Stain. To finish off I used some seam binding and complimentary pearls, ooh and a doily die cut out of vellum and then aged. It won't match the one from HRH but I hope she likes it!!

Some challenges

Sweet Stampin - Vintage/Shabby Chic
Fab 'n' Funky #288 - Buttons and/or bows
Creative Moments #85 - Anything Goes
Crafty Boots challenge - Ribbon or lace

Have a good week whatever you are up to xx

46 comments:

aussie aNNie said...

How lovely is this card for this wonderful lady...bless her and she will love it. Well made Sarah.xx

brenda said...

A very special card for a very special lady Sarah. I was asked to do one for the same age a while back and the lady was most thrilled at having her name on the card.

B x

Squirrel x said...

Like it? She will LOVE it hun, such a pretty card for a special occasion. Brilliant, naturally. Hugs xx

Mrs Beez said...

This is so pretty and just perfect for a centenarian. Thanks for joining in at Crafty Boots Challenges this time.

nnalorac said...

Well you nailed it, Sarah. Your card is just so pretty, love the papers, a favourite of mine, I'm a paper freak lol! I'm sure she will love it. Carol xx

Sue Nicholson said...

Lovely sweet card, just perfect. have a great week cheers Sue N x

Laine said...

Such a beautiful card Sarah, with a real vintage feel.
Laine
xx

Jo said...

Beautiful card Sarah, a lovely image & gorgeous soft colour tones. Great layout too & especially love the bunting & seam binding. Dulcie is sure to love it.
hugs Jo x

Julie B said...

So pretty, I'm sure she will love it. I do like your DP I was thinking in indulging in some more NW papers, as if I need them but at least they are only stored on the hard drive! :)

Veerle said...

Your card is awesome Sarah, love just everything about it.
Hugs, Veerle x

Carole Pollard said...

A fabulous card this is amazing such a very special design gorgeous love and hugs Carole x

Robin said...

Oh so very pretty! I love the design...I borrow some on occasion too. Thanks for playing along with us at CWWC. Unfortunately, you have entered too many challenges to be eligible for ours. I do hope you will share your talent again soon. Still plenty of time to enter again. Hugs, Robin

cotnob said...

This is gorgeous Sarah, such a pretty image and papers - you have certainly created a very special card. I'm glad I could provide a little bit of inspiration, I love your bunting, a fabulous way to add the ladies name and age.
Pauline
x

Unknown said...

This is just perfect for an older lady! Love the gorgeous vintage feel!
Lucy x

Annette said...

Wow, amazing card and how lovely for Dulcie. 100 - WOW!

Pamellia said...

Gorgeous Sarah! I love all the beautiful pinks and those florals are so feminine and soft! The doily is a perfect touch, love it! hugs :)

*Vicki* said...

WOW!! This is really beautiful Sarah!! Love the Vintage feel and floral patterns! HUGS :)

Liz McGuire, said...

Wow, 100! Bet it will be treasured just as much as HRH's! It's gorgeous.

Liz x

Lorraine said...

This is gorgeous,,so pretty.
Lorraine x

Chrissy said...

She will just love it Sarah..love the banner with her name on it..beautiful image,papers and bow...just gorgeous.

luv CHRISSYxx

Jenny L said...

Hi Sarah,
what a very beautiful card for a simply super Birthday.
Love your fab design, and all the wonderful flowers on it.
I must admit the Queens one is not a patch on yours, but it's the thought of getting one from her I suppose.
My lady also got a telegram from the work and pensions department too.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

Carole said...

This is gorgeous, I'm sure Dulcie will think so too
Hugs Carole x

Dee's Craft Room said...

Gorgeous card, it is really pretty with all of the soft colours and lovely flowers. Thank you for joining in the fun with all of us at Crafty Boots Challenges.

Dionne

Debs said...

This is so beautiful Sarah - super pretty image and DP's all put together perfectly.
Sure to be treasured.
Debs xx

Doreen said...

Love the fab image,this is gorgeous.xxx

Nataliascraft said...

Gorgeous card, love the banner and pretty design x

Zw@@n said...

Wow, gorgeous card, Sarah. I love the papers and the colours. Luv, Wilma

Jane Savage said...

What a truly beautiful card, Sarah! Dulcie will adore it! Top this Your Majesty!!! xxx

Beatriz said...

Lovely project, it´s very romantic and soft. Thanks for join us at creative Moment this time, good luck and hope to see you next time. Hugs Beatriz DT

Pat K said...

Beautiful card Sarah, sure to be treasured. Love the soft colours and gorgeous bow. Thanks for playing along with us at Fab'n'Funky.Pat K xx

Hazel said...

Satah, your card is gorgeous! Oh my to reach 100. I hope has a lovely day. Hazel x

Julieanne..aka pinkjools said...

Beautiful card Sarah....love the pretty image and papers....a special birthday for a special birthday....Joolsx

Debbie said...

Really pretty card dearie. Love all the colours and the layers and bunting are fantastic. Thanks for your lovely comment. Hugs xxxx

MaryH said...

What a wonderful image, and perfectly paired (as always) with the lovely & delicate rose pattern. Like the way you've done the layering, and not sure if the little fluffy piece top right, is a partial doily or cloud, but that is a nice subtle touch with these papers. Delightful banner and rose, and just so feminine & pretty. Love anything roses, and this fits the bill. Stay dry, and cozy...hope Surprise likes rainy rides!!! TFS & Hugs

Kat W said...

A beautiful vintage style card for a special lady...100 years - wow! The floral theme and pretty bunting detail are gorgeous and I'm sure this will be treasured.
Big hugs, Kat xx

Tracey said...

This is beautiful Sarah, I love all the details :o)
I hope you're having a good week.
Hugs
Tracey
xx

Michelle said...

Oh Sarah - how beautiful is this - this is lovely for such a landmark birthday - great work - Michelle x

Karon said...

Gorgeous card and love the topper! TFS

Maarit at Violets Corner said...

Absolutely gorgeous card Sarah, thank you so much for playing with Sweet Stampin'. Hope you can join our new challenge tomorrow too. Enjoy the weekend sweetie.

Love and hugs
Maarit

Brenda said...

GOREOUS!!!

Lena said...

Beautiful card. I know this lady will treasure it. Love the beautiful papers you used.
Hugs ~ Lena

Inkypinkydelights said...

What beautiful cards you have been making since I last visited, and this is no exception. So pretty. Happy Weekend to you. Judy x

Patricia said...

Wow! Oh! Wow! what a stunning card, love it.
I am sure Dulcie will have loved it as well.
Patricia x

Peanut said...

STUNNING card, Sarah. LOVE the colour combo.
x Asha
p.s. furbabes had a great time at the PetFestival... but mama had an absolute ball! :)

Lynne in NI said...

Oh W-O-W Sarah, that's a stunner! I'd say Dulcie absolutely loved it! Not too often you get asked for a 100th Birthday card but you sure made this one extra special :)

Andreja said...

Your card is just so pretty ... like the papers :-)) I am sure she will love it.
Hugs, Andreja