“Change can be beautiful” is such a lovely thought. Its use in the sentiment “Autumn teaches us that change can be beautiful” is one of the reasons I purchased the Autumn Leaves bundle from the September – December Mini Catalog. Don’t you LOVE this sentiment? It’s Sunday and time to play with The Paper Players!
This week the incredibly talented Jaydee is hosting our monthly color challenge. The combination of colors she selected for us is stunning:
I used “Copper” as my “Any Color of Your Choice” to create my fall confection of leaves. As you can see, today’s card is rich and full of amazing texture. Of course, you can also go with a much “cleaner” design, as you can see in the wonderful design team inspiration cards. I can’t wait to see what YOU create!
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Today’s card is an excellent example of how Stampin’ Up!’s products coordinate so well with each other. I used paper from five different designer series collections to create the elements I used on this card. Fresh As A Daisy provided me with Pebbled Path and Wild Wheat patterns, while the stunning Copper Clay with copper foil accents paper used for the large leaf is from the All About Autumn series. The Pretty Peacock papers are from Earthen Elegance and Masterfully Made. The amazing veins on the leaves and the twigs behind them were die cut from Oxidized Copper specialty paper. Of course, this card would have an entirely different look if the center panel was placed on a Very Vanilla card base. In fact, I think I will do that with a second card. But today, the dark, rich side won me over.
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Nueve’s Notes
Hey, everyone! It’s me, Nueve! I want to share the ad Mom had designed for me for a dog magazine. It uses a ‘spirational kwote from a famous person named Nelson Mandela. He crossed the Rainbow Bridge many years ago. Mom loves ‘spirational kwotes. Today she told me she did NOT need another leaf set, but she had to buy the Autumn Leaves set because it had a ‘spirational saying in it. She said she has seen lots of changes as she has gotten older, and she needs to be reminded that change, like wrinkly skin and gray hair, can be beautiful. My mom is 11 in dog years. Yep, she has seen lots and lots of change. Anyway, here is the ad:
Yep! A winner is a dreamer who never gives up, like me. I’m a dreamer. I never give up on making my people happy. I am a working dog. I am Good Boy Nueve!
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Gorgeous with a capital G, Ann! Full of rich color and texture…I love every little detail!
Ann, your card is beautiful I love all the texture and of course the fabulous colors.
Ok Ann, thank you for enabling me. I told myself no more leaf sets, but this card changed my mind. This is the most gorgeous card in the gallery! I love every detail. The copper and all the different patterns of DSP is amazing! I just keep staring! I would frame this card if I received it in the mail! JUST FABULOUS, My Friend–just like YOU!
What a stunning card! It’s a work of art–frame-worthy for sure! That background is just beautiful!
Ann, your version of Jaydee’s colors is incredibly rich! This card is absolutely lush and beautiful with the copper metallic additions and lovely ‘spirational sentiment (in Nueve’s words)! Tell Nueve that I think is ad is perfect!
I convinced myself I did not need another leaf set Ann – but I agree the sentiment might well make it worth it! I love these fall leaves against the Peacock-coloured background too – this is such a rich, elegant and opulent card! Gorgeous!
Ann, I agree – it’s a wonderful quote. So fabulous that I almost bought a wall art sign from Etsy with that sentiment on it! Your choice of Peacock for the base was a wonderful one. the other colors just pop against that rich, regal, blue. I am obsessed with the texture you put on the leaves, too. Stunning, my friend
hugs
jaydee
Such a lovely card and love them colors mounted on your card along with the textures.
I really don’t make all that many Fall cards but your card has really inspired me on putting that set on my ‘to get’ list. Think I will be adding this to the ‘currently unavailable’ suite collection that I missed out on the 6th.
Have a great week, Ann.
Oh, finally receiving cooler temperatures and rain. Got 1/2 inch on Friday and more this morning early. (the storms are passing through). What a Blessing. Woke up to temperature in the mid 70’s. Such a Big difference then them triple digits that we have had for 50 days.
Stunning card! I love all the layers! I definitely get a fall vibe! TFS
Magnificent!
Oh, Ann! This is one of the most complex, lush and beautiful cards you’ve created! I have downloaded the directions so I can recreate it.
Nueve has become famous, I see! Butterscotch doesn’t understand how Nueve actually enjoyed getting wet…she has an aversion to wetness.
Your card is gorgeous, Ann!!!
Just BEAUTIFUL!
Beautiful card, Ann! I love the color combination!
This card is gorgeous, the colors are beautiful together! I enjoy seeing all of your stunning creations!
Beautiful card!! I love this Suite! Wonderful ad for Neuve!!! Very uplifting quote!
Gorgeous stunning card. I, too, think this set will be ordered for that quote. Enjoying the ad with Michelle and Nueve. Just waiting for them to start dancing in the rain.
The poster ad is wonderful and uplifting. This latest Autumn Leaf card has so many awesome colorful colors in it. Can’t make up my mind which color I like the best so I think every color you chose for this lovely card are perfect. Thanks for sharing.
Your cards are absolutely stunning…color combinations, textures, and card layouts. Just a great example of autumn! Oh and happy about your dog being a winner! Fellow Pal in Texas!