Sunday, August 21, 2016

MHKDesigns August/September Challenge

Hello Readers,

Well here we are at MHKDesigns to present a new challenge for you to try. But first here is my card for today, enjoy!
This card reminds me that fall is on the horizon.
I think it may be the straw that is used in this fantastic 'Fruit Borders' digi.
Once again using several parts of one image to create this fall'ish themed card.
Keep scrolling down there is a surprise twist to this card!
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Check out all of MHKDesigns digital stamps
where Vintage Images Meet Modern Sentiments.
introduces a new monthly challenge
for August/September. Here is your inspiration.

The prize for this challenge includes:
Pansy Corner Digital Stamp Set
Pansy Corner stamp set
Link up at MHKDesigns for your chance to win these products! Make sure to review our challenge rules before you do to make sure you'll be eligible for the prize, first, though! 
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Do you see the twist to this card? The purple border is mounted to the back of the card.
It is very unexpected but so much fun when the recipient discovers it.
I have found this a way to give your cards a bit of uniqueness without looking too different.
The white butterflies were not meant to draw attention
but to blend right into the card's design. 
Challenges Entered:
Cupcake Inspirations: Challenge #372



Today I was killing time at a coffee shop waiting to pick up my son from a birthday party. The weather was bad so I pulled out my phone to check the radar. What it showed was all dark red and heading right for my house. My husband and daughter were home to hunker down in the basement and wait out the storm. 



Finally I got home. All was good until I drove down my road. It looked like all hell broke loose- Down power lines-one of which was laying on our driveway live and arching, full trees uprooted, just tons of debris EVERYWHERE. I am happy to report there was not a tornado in our area but lots of straight line winds. 

Afterwards, I was sitting down with my alcoholic beverage of choice reflecting, how exhilarating and scary it was to feel the power of nature's force and to actually be aware what was happening. Oh what a day to be alive!!

Thank you so much for stopping by and I hope to see you at MHKDesigns blog and join us at our monthly challenge. No worries if you don't have any MHKDesign product yet, you can still play along. We will see you this month and looking forward to see what you create. Until then, take care.

All the best,

Products Used:

Pansy Corner Digital Stamp Set  Fruit Borders Digital Stamp Set

8 comments:

kReN said...

Your card looks wonderful with the frame of the images. I love these colors together and your card is fabulous. TFS!

wannabcre8tive said...

A very beautiful card. I am happy you and your family are safe.

Lorie said...

Oh my goodness, so pretty! I love those fruit borders and the way you put the card together is so fun!

Mynn xx said...

This is genius, Shawna! I think I say that every time, but it is true each time I do! I LOVE the way you used the plum card as a backing, not the actual card! And I TOTALLY adore the way you used and colored this image! Amazing creation, friend! Sending HUGS! :) Mynn xx

Monika Reeck said...

Love how you play with purple n yellow..so adorable card sweety...ma n family still in Holland on vacation..sometimes I get internet signal..wanna say I miss you..see my holiday foto in Facebook ok dear Shawna..huugs

Mac Mable said...

Wow what a frightening experience for you all. Glad all the family is OK x Beautiful image and colours on your card x

Unknown said...

What a gorgeous card! Love the florals! Thank you for joining us at Cupcake Inspirations!
Kamila DT

Anonymous said...

Nice post. I learn something totally new and
challenging on sites I stumbleupon everyday. It will always be
helpful to read through content from other authors and practice something from
their sites.

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