Hello lovely people, hope this finds you well and looking forward to the weekend. I have had a hectic week, workwise, so am looking forward to a lie in, in theory!! My word the mornings have been so dark and as Surprise is stabled at night all year round I have really noticed the drop in temperature this week as I have been mucking out. Still, it has been a lovely summer.
So, something a little bit different from me today. My longstanding visitors will know that my style is normally cute. The image I have used was given to us by the sponsor (Ikes Art) of the latest challenge at
This is the gorgeous Athena looking very regal so I used purple (not a big fan really) and teamed her with gold for a touch of opulence. I was so pleased with the finished result. Even the hair was okay!!
In fact...here is a real eyeful!!
Since the "accidental purchase" of #2 pony earlier in the year I have tried to be good and restrict my crafty spends on essentials only...I fell off the wagon a bit and "invested" in some Hunkydory flower dies and boy, am I glad I did, they are sensational!! Lots of mileage in these I am sure!!
It would be lovely if you could join us, always Anything Goes as long as you share a hand coloured card...simples!!
I hope you have a lovely weekend and look forward to having a catch up with you soon xx
So, something a little bit different from me today. My longstanding visitors will know that my style is normally cute. The image I have used was given to us by the sponsor (Ikes Art) of the latest challenge at
This is the gorgeous Athena looking very regal so I used purple (not a big fan really) and teamed her with gold for a touch of opulence. I was so pleased with the finished result. Even the hair was okay!!
In fact...here is a real eyeful!!
Since the "accidental purchase" of #2 pony earlier in the year I have tried to be good and restrict my crafty spends on essentials only...I fell off the wagon a bit and "invested" in some Hunkydory flower dies and boy, am I glad I did, they are sensational!! Lots of mileage in these I am sure!!
It would be lovely if you could join us, always Anything Goes as long as you share a hand coloured card...simples!!
I hope you have a lovely weekend and look forward to having a catch up with you soon xx
Oh wow Sarah - this is sensational - your colouring is gorgeous on this image and I love the gold die-cuts. Yes I've noticed the drop in temperature too - Autumn is definitely here - have a great weekend - Michelle x
ReplyDeletestunning make Sarah she is beautifully coloured and in a gorgeous frame, love this
ReplyDeleteWow, Sarah my jaw is on the floor!!! Incredible! xx
ReplyDeleteIt's good to be pushed out of our comfort zone occasionally and you've made a fab card as a result! Purple and gold are a great combo.
ReplyDeleteI agree that the days are shortening rapidly now and there is a definitely a chill in the air. Still waiting for the two fields next to the house to be cut! :)
Morning Sarah, What a beautiful card.....stunning image....the gold set it off so well...Joolsx
ReplyDeleteAnd so you should be happy with the results Sara as it's a beautiful feminine creation. You are right about the darker mornings, I'm usually at my desk soon after 6 and this morning (yep hubby now gets the early morning stable duties) needed the lamp on to see my keyboard properly, a sure sign Autumn is closing in on us.
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This is simply gorgeous, I love the image so much, hugs Pops x
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Sarah, beautiful image and design x
ReplyDeleteThis is just so gorgeous,love that fabulous image.xxx
ReplyDeleteSo elegant and beautiful Sarah..stunningi mage and colouring and I love the gold frame die and beautiful papers..
ReplyDeleteLuv CHRISSYxx..
Oozing elegance Sarah. A very beautiful image and your design is fabulous. Have a lovely weekend. Hugs, Carol S.xx
ReplyDeleteGosh, I had to check I was at your blog because I didn't see adorable but I did see a rather striking and elegant card. She looks stunning sat against the gold, it reminds me of those expensive elegant ladies in a well known UK card retailer... wink, wink x
ReplyDeleteVery opulent card. Purple is my fave
ReplyDeleteA beautiful creation, so stylish and elegant. xx
ReplyDeleteVery different for you but very elegant. I love the fold and well done for photographing the mirri card so well! Have a lovely weekend Sarah. xx
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous girly card Sarah, she looks fab
ReplyDeleteLorraine x
Very nice Sarah and that gold gives it a real touch of opulence. Your colouring in superb too. Yes, it definitely feels like Autumn has arrived, so it's off with the flip flops and on with the boots lol x
ReplyDeletewow Sarah this is stunning, love the little shade of purple and the fabulous gold which is spectacular...love everything about your card..have a fab weekend.xx
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous card, lovely image and beautiful colouring too.
ReplyDeleteLorraine
Stunning card Sarah, gorgeous colours and beautifully coloured image...love the flower dies, I have these too!
ReplyDeleteWendy xx
What a gorgeous card and image Sarah, I love the gold accents especially the oval frame, very beautiful!
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Oh how beautiful. I did a double take there for a second as I thought I was on the wrong blog. Gorgeous card, Sarah. Very regal for sure. The image is beautifully coloured and the gold frames are perfect to showcase it. Really WOW!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your week ahead.
Big hugs,
♥ Lena
Lena’s Creations
Very different for you Sarah, but I love how she turned out - your colouring is just lovely!
ReplyDeletePS that's hilarious that you accidentally bought a pony ;)
My goodness, Sarah, this is so beautiful! She should be framed.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous job with that elegant image Sarah! Love the lil blush on the cheek, you gave her cheekbones! The gold frame is lush and opulent and gorgeous. Fabulous creation hun. Hugs, Wends xoxo
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