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Blossom Window Arch

This card has been created with 2 challenges in mind. The first being As You See It who want to know which occasion cards we make the most. In my case mostly birthdays. And the other is Seize the Birthday who ask us to create a Spring garden.

Having just acquired my second set of Craft Addiction Arched slatted dies, I decided to use the larger in the set to create my window. Once die cut, I used foam tape and added some sky paper in behind and an additional arch to give the piece more support. I pulled out a couple of Spellbinders die sets, La Dolce Vita and Citrus spritz, and proceeded to cut the leaves and flowers. I thought I might combine both sets on one card but quickly realized this wouldn’t work so there are only a few pieces here that are from the Citrus set and I have the rest ready for another card.

I used ink and brushes to add colour to the die cuts and then played with placement until satisfied. Once glued I used an off cut linen look yellow card for the background and then added it all to a white card front. The sentiment is part of the collection and this set has its own dies making it easy to use.

I’m quite happy with the end result and had fun putting it together. I won’t be around much this coming week as we have a guest here from tomorrow for 6 nights. It will be great to see her in person after several years of absence.

Sadly I have to make a sympathy card today as I’ve just learned that a cousin has passed away rather suddenly at age 68. It is a shock for everyone, but the diagnosis he received 2 weeks ago told him there was no hope and no treatment available. At least it wasn’t a long drawn out painful end, which doesn’t help his family, but from my own experience, is still a better outcome than watching someone suffer for weeks as happened with my youngest sister. I’ll get the card done now so I don’t have to think much about it during the visit with my friend.

Thanks for stopping by, I appreciate you and your time.

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25 thoughts on “Blossom Window Arch”

  1. Deepest condolences on the sudden passing of your cousin. Awful shock to his family and friends but at least very little time to be suffering a painful long drawn out death.

    Looking through the venetian blind and seeing the puffy clouds is beautiful. Love the arch and flowers.

    Have always enjoyed looking through a window or doorway with your cards as I find it intriguing.

    Enjoy the week with a long overdue visit from your friend. Hopefully your weather will cooperate.

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  4. Lovely card! Your arch is lovely. Sorry for your loss. I agree in that it is difficult to watch someone suffer and passing quickly can be a blessing.

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  5. Awesome card. Love the curved floral arrangements. The blinds looking out to the lovely sky goes perfectly with your sentiment. So sorry for your loss. It is a blessing he didn’t suffer long, but so hard on the family.

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  6. A lovely card, even if for a less than lovely reason. The slatted window is a fabulous focal point, especially with its curved cloak of flowers. Thanks for sharing with us at As You See It.

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  7. Your floral arch is just so pretty – such a great way to use the flowers with that fab arched die cut.
    So sorry for your loss – it’s never easy, whatever the circumstances. I hope the good memories are a comfort to you.
    Enjoy your week with your friend and thanks for joining in with us at As You See It

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  8. I didn’t even think of pulling out the Dolce set, Johanna! Such a great idea and window scene you created. Sorry for your loss and thanks for playing along at Seize the Birthday.

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  14. What an inspired idea for a spring card, Johanna! The venetian blinds with the blue sky and fluffy clouds in the background look so sweet! And the arch of flowers really carries the spring theme. I’m so sorry to hear about your cousin and your sister. Two different circumstances, but both painful in their own way, I can imagine! My condolences, Johanna. Thanks for filling in the blank for us at As You See It Challenges.

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