Sunday, April 22, 2018

Two Cards for PTI

For some reason, I'm always inspired by the PTI challenges.  I always learn something & most of the time end up with a card I'm happy with.  Lexi's MIM Graffiti Word Art cards are just great, but I must admit to being skeptical that I could come up with anything.  Hate to miss a challenge, so sat down to try with Wonderful Words: Hello stamps & die.  The inks are Melon Berry & Aqua Mist. 
I needed to use a heavier hand with my stencilling on the top of the the word, but I think it's OK anyway.  I didn't want to copy Lexi, so used other images from Watercolor Wonder for my background & stamped them in Classic Kraft.  May not be quite right for the genre, but I love the look of adding Nuvo Glaze to the top layer of the word.  The splatters of Melon Berry finished it off.  I'm also entering HLS Anything Goes with Dies, SSS Wednesday (shine from Nuvo Glaze) & Stamplorations Theme.
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Next is my entry for PTI Transformation Tuesday--a new challenge I'm really enjoying.  This time I chose a card from 2013 that I knew would never be sent as I just wasn't happy with it. 
Old Card From 2013
I'm thinking it was supposed to be for a guy, but this time I wanted to use Rosie Posie for a feminine card.  This is my second card using the color combo of Winter Wisteria, Royal Velvet & Sweet Blush, which I really love. 
New Card 2018
I stamped the bloom (original & step 2 Rosie Posie) on a panel of Soft Stone & used my newest PTI frame dies--Double Ups: Rectangles Dies cut from white.  The text strip is Background Basics: Text Style.  Nuvo Glitter Drops embellish the flower center & I decided not to add a sentiment.  I'm also entering Through the Craft Room Door & SSS Wednesday.  Thanks so much for taking time to stop by.
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28 comments:

  1. TeresaApril 22, 2018 at 8:32 AM

    Your graffiti card is perfect. I also like your transformation card. I totally agree with you that the PTI challenges are inspiring. Hope you are going to do the blog hop card too.

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  2. BettyApril 22, 2018 at 9:26 AM

    both cards are wonderful, Greta - love the simplicity of the first one and the makeover in those colors is so much prettier.

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  3. lexiApril 22, 2018 at 10:09 AM

    i love your graffiti card - the classic kraft and melon berry are perfect, as is the word itself! thanks for playing make it monday! your transformation tuesday is great too!

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  4. brendaApril 22, 2018 at 10:42 AM

    Loving the flower cards especially the sunflower with the little tag, must remember that as it finished it off so neatly.

    B x

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  5. Scrapper69April 22, 2018 at 10:53 AM

    Your inked up hello word is so pretty with the green and peach color and your other cards are so lovely with the flower design.

    Theresa

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  6. LindaApril 22, 2018 at 10:58 AM

    Your graffiti card is perfect. Lovely Greta.

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  7. RosemaryApril 22, 2018 at 11:05 AM

    fabulous take on the MIM technique, greta!! and I love your remake of the second card! the first one has a lovely warm, rustic feel, but I love the clean crisp design of the remake!

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  8. LizApril 22, 2018 at 1:17 PM

    Super card, Greta, I love the clean and fresh design of your remake card. xx

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  9. Verna AngerhoferApril 22, 2018 at 3:01 PM

    Wonderful card designs. Your work is beautiful.

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  10. AnonymousApril 22, 2018 at 4:35 PM

    Hi Greta you have been busy love all your cards all very beautiful,lovely finishes my friend ,well done xx

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  11. Lisa EltonApril 22, 2018 at 5:06 PM

    These are all wonderful Greta! Your MIM card is kind of CAS. Your 2013 card has wonderful warmth and texture, but the new version is fresh and clean. I haven't had much crafty time lately, I miss playing along at PTI!

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  12. Linda W. (ScrappinBari)April 22, 2018 at 6:49 PM

    Great cards, Greta! Just love the colors you used on the hello and the posy looks so pretty!!

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  13. Helen WallaceApril 22, 2018 at 9:36 PM

    I always know where to come hunting, when I lose Mr Mojo - he's usually bobbing around on your blog some where! Lovely work Greta. Love the transformation of the 2013 card to the fresh, crisp look for today.

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  14. Ros CrawfordApril 23, 2018 at 4:23 AM

    I like that artsy hello card and your remake is stunning Greta! Glad you are enjoying some summer sun... It's left us for now - I hope it comes back soon!

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  15. Mac MableApril 23, 2018 at 5:01 AM

    Love the graffiti word card, artsy and fabulous. What a wonderful transformation with the second card, so very pretty x

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  16. Brenda in INApril 23, 2018 at 6:45 AM

    I really like the colors you used for the first card and I can't imagine why you didn't sent the second card. It is delightful. The last card is really great too and I love the design.

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  17. Faith A at Daffodil CardsApril 23, 2018 at 7:23 AM

    Both wonderful projects, love the colours you chose.
    Faith
    x

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  18. Vikki HApril 23, 2018 at 7:57 AM

    these are well done, Greta! I especially like your Rosie Posie redo with the clear Nuvo drops in the center and the color choices.

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  19. maria f.April 23, 2018 at 10:29 AM

    Great job with CAS AND focussing on the sentiment, Greta. I'm so glad you played with us at STAMPlorations this month. And your transformation is phenomenal. The new card is modern and lovely at the same time. Perfectly executed.

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  20. LinApril 23, 2018 at 10:42 AM

    I enjoyed your post, Greta, and love both your creations! Thank you for playing with us at the Simon Says Stamp Wednesday challenge!

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  21. Susanne VargasApril 23, 2018 at 6:34 PM

    Your word art card came out great and your transformed card looks modern and fresh but why wouldn't you sent the other card you made? I am sure you could find somebody would be happy to receive it... It is pretty in it's own way!

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  22. MariaApril 23, 2018 at 6:57 PM

    A lovely trio of cards, Greta! Each one very unique and beautiful!!

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  23. Dawn TApril 24, 2018 at 2:25 AM

    Very pretty Greta. Two beautiful cards.

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  24. Tracy FreemanApril 24, 2018 at 2:55 AM

    Both are so very pretty, I am a sucker for splatter so adore the first one, and the colours on the second are just beautiful.
    I hope you are well my lovely. Sending lots of love and hugs xxxx

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  25. Kirsty VittetoeApril 24, 2018 at 3:36 PM

    Beautiful card, I wish I have more time making and enter challenges like the old days! : )

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  26. Cat CraigApril 25, 2018 at 12:04 PM

    beautiful cards Greta; your graffiti card has a great color palette. I actually love that 2013 card, it has a vintage feel that is lovely. Your remake is modern and sweet too.

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  27. foleysfriendApril 30, 2018 at 1:44 PM

    Loving your graffiti card and all the yummy white space. You've truly made the sentiment the focus. Thanks for joining us at STAMPlorations this month.

    sue

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  28. Deepti AggarwalMay 2, 2018 at 9:05 PM

    Beautiful cards Great...Love the first one so much.. You have used beautiful dies in second one..Thank you so much for joining us at Happy Little Stampers - Anything goes with dies challenge. Hugs xx Deepti

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