Saturday, January 19, 2019

Yes You Can!



There's a new challenge up at Less Is More. This time it's a sketch. When I first looked at this sketch, I saw a jacket and tie. I also saw a spotlight. There are so many possibilities as you will see when you feast your eyes on the wonderful inspiration the Design Team has created.


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We're joined as Guest Designer by our November 2018 winner, Toni of Frankie Helps Craft. Toni's work is fun and clever, and her coloring is awesome! Take a stroll through her blog for some wonderful inspiration.

Keeping the jacket, tie and spotlight in mind, I created this card of encouragement for my son who is a college Freshman at an extremely academically rigorous school. He is also a three season athlete.  I never saw anyone work harder than he does. His grades are fantastic, but every now and then, he gets the blues and I like to send him a hug in an envelope. So that is where I went with this sketch. I just cut 2 triangles, stamped and die cut the sentiment, and added a little heart cut from a scrap of water colored paper.

Please head on over to the Less Is More Challenge Blog and check out the wonderful creations the Design Team has come up with for your inspiration. Play with us and share your take on the sketch! I can't wait to see all the ways the shetch is interpreted.

17 comments:

Kathyk said...

Such an elegant concept using the LIM sketch

Kathyk

Nonni said...

This looks great, Stephanie! I love the creative idea behind this and your son will love this for sure. The heart is just the perfect finishing touch. Have a fun weekend!

Michelle W said...

Fabulous card Stephanie, it's perfect for your son and I'm sure he will love it!

Kylie said...

I LOVE your take on the sketch. I didn't see the tuxedo but now you have enlightened me, it's right there! What a brilliant card. xx

Lucille K said...

Just love this encouragement card for your wonderful son. Thank you for joining us at City Crafter.

Tristan said...

Wowsers Staphanie this is a fabulous card. So classy in it's simplicity and that heart is perfect to symbolise the bowtie. Thanks for joining in the fun at the Watercooler Wednesday Challenge this week. Tristan DT

Izzy Scrap said...

WOW, WOW and WOW ! You're a genius ! And you're a super mama. What an amazing and creative card ! It's a beautiful way to show your son all your love. I'm sure He will love it. Stunning take on the sketch. Have a fabulous week ! x

Gerrina said...

Your card is inspirational and so clever; looks so stylish for a man-card! Hope the weekend was a good one... Hugs, Gerrina

Donna Scholz said...

Beautiful card, Stephanie!!! I remember my Freshman year in college (oh so MANY years ago!). It was the toughest year of my whole time at college. I'm sure your son appreciates that you are thinking of him and wishing him well. Your card is elegant and clean. It makes an impressive statement!!! Thank you for sharing your story and creativity with us at Watercooler Wednesday Challenge!!! -Donna

Claire Grantham said...

The first thing I thought when I saw the sketch was Tuxedo. So I love your card, it's perfect and I love the heart for a flash of colour. Cx

Misty Elam said...

That's so cute. What a great take on the sketch. Love the pop of pink too. Thanks for joining us for the Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge. I hope you'll join us again soon ~
Misty

Linby said...

Love how you turned it into a tux - looks fab.
Thanks for sharing with us at The Male Room.
Linby x
DT

Lady Joyful said...

This is such a fantastic design! Love the pop of colour from the heart. Thank you for joining us at The Male Room - Charlotte/Lady Joyful, DT

Sharon Traynor Designs said...

Stunning use of the sketch Stephanie! What a creative way to use the design and making it a masculine card as well is just the icing on the cake. Bravo! xx

stampingbowd said...

What a fun way to feature the sketch1 I love that little pink heart at the meeting point! Great sentiment!

Susan said...

Love this card with the bold black and splash of pink....super fun take on the sketch!

Kathyk said...

Such a fab and elegant interpretation of the LIM sketch

Kathyk