It feels like forever since I posted here on my blog…..I guess that’s because it has been forever so I have a few cards to post as catch ups. I hope you have all missed me terribly {lol} just joking I am sure you are thinking not really and ever really noticed it has been a few weeks. It has been a dramatic time yet again in my little “world” and some old story! I have just been busy like many of you. I should correct that last comment and say that now the renovators is now finished I have at least half and hour back in each day, I have never been so hooked to a TV show like the renovators had me….. {for all my non-Australian readers in was a home renovation show}
I should get the to important stuff and discuss this weeks CASE Study and the outstanding October muse Niki Estes who has a wonderful style and taken the most wonderful photos. This week you will see the card that Niki has supplied to inspire us to the left, it is so simple but it just works. You all know I am not “simple” but I always love simple designs and appreciate the balance that goes into this style.
What inspiration did I take from the muse card?
Layout: I was taken with the position of the flower, having the off centered greeting and flower which I think you can see with my card with the butterfly and quote. I have stayed true to my style and added a few more layers but kept it close to Niki’s basic design.
Stitching: I have always been a big fan of stitching on papercraft projects, I have taken Niki’s lead and framed my card with a stitched boarder.
Leafs: Niki has leafs coming out from under her flower, I have used the flourish coming out from under the butterfly.
Here is my take………
Inside the card!
I hope you liked this, please don’t be afraid to drop me a comment 🙂
As usual Teneale, this is just beautiful.
Big heavy sigh…..that is just gorgeous.
your cards are always perfect, and this is no exception 🙂
this is stunning, I luv the inside, so sweet too…hope you have a fabulous day!
enjoy *~*
Beautiful card, as always:). Missed you
gorgeous card – where is the sentiment from, I love it
Hello my friend! Had to comment here and on FB! I just love this card! I love how you “tenealized” it with the French Foliage:) Hope you are keeping well!!!
Oh, Teneale, I have missed you…and I’m sure a bunch of others have too! This is a beautiful card, and I always absolutely delight at how you finish off the inside…it’s just a tickle to see it and makes me want to do the same with my card insides! Thanks again! Hugs from Florida, Cheryl
Hi Ann,
An SU! set called Pursuit of happiness I am not sure if it is still in the US/Can catty I bought it while I was in the US last April.
It is a great set, I love quote stamps.
Thanks for stopping by.
I have missed you terribly and was a little sad each week when I would check for something new and had to put on a sad face! lovely card- as always- miss you and mum tons and tons
You have been missed. Another beautiful card, as always.
I have missed you! Great card…as usual :)!
Beautiful card! I am glad you are back!
Thank Goodness! I thought you had left us for good! Soooo good to see you back–I have been stalking your blog every day sometimes twice haha! This card is beautiful just like every one of your creations 🙂
Oh, Teneal, another lovely card. I have missed you too!
Of course we bloody missed you!! I look for you each and every day!! BUT it was worth the wait….gorgeous card……big hugs to you and yours!!
I’ve never posted on your website before but just wanted to say that I love your website and your cards and I’ve been checking regularly and missing you. Thanks for all the work you do to share your lovely cards with us (even people you had no idea were reading!)
hey teneale
nice to see you back on your blogging world! thanks for continuing to inspire all of us, you have a mighty team of fans ya know!
love love your work
sheila
So so so beautiful, as usual Teneale! And yes I had missed you! So glad you are back. xx
Teneale,
You have been greatly missed!! I LOVE your blog and really appreciate all that you share! Glad you’re back!
Michelle
Great to see you back Teneale – have been stalking your blog every day!! Just love your card. So beautiful!
Beautiful card. I too am one that checks your blog everyday. Your cards are amazing! You seem to always add that little extra that sets you apart from other designers.
You are an inspiration to many.
Thank you
I love your take on the card. It is so pretty. I like the bits of text on the butterflies wings and the little pearls down the body. The flourishes look so elegant over the centre of the card and the inside of the card matches perfectly with that touch of writing, the tiny pearl and the flourishes in the corners and over the backgound paper as well. It is gorgeous!
I have missed you and I love this card! Love how you always use French Foliage for those special little touches. Keep sharing your beautiful work.
Hi Teneale, first time visit to your site and your card is just adorable and I will follow your work from now on.
Yes, of course I/we missed you. I run through my “favorites” list of blogs almost every day,and have wondered where you were! So glad you are back!!! I enjoy your posts and your designs so much. Thanks for sharing with us!
Great to see you back again. Hopefully things will be less crazy for you now. As for this card – it’s wonderful! You always amaze me at how you pack the details in there without it looking cluttered. Wonderful.
both cards are beautiful & not like the usual pink day card; I’m on your mailing list, but I’m not getting any newsletters. (UGH!, I hate that, as it makes me sad)
This is such a beautiful card.
I MISSED YOU!!! Really!!
Beautiful card, I have cased the inside on a card here http://www.inspiringinkin.com/2011/11/extreme-vintage/