When
I stitched this pattern in autumn colours for the "Mushrooms" challenge at
craftalnica, I thought it might look good in black and white, too.
Now, I finally found the time to try it.
I decided to make a sympathy card with the stitching in one part of the card, and a short text in the other. In the end I changed my mind, and only added a sentiment saying "Sincere condolence". Next to the floral pickpoint I added a cross that I cut out of black cardboard.
I
like to make sympathy cards from time to time, because you never know
when you might need one. Actually, I can't really understand people
who say they wouldn't know what to do in black and white, because
that's probably one of the strongest combinations of colours one can
get, and it gives you countless opportunities of use them. Also, making a
sympathy card is probably more focused than making other cards, as it
really is about the comforting message it gives, and not about loads of
glitter and sparkle. You probably think twice before you add details, so you may even say it's a kind of meditation. And for those who don't like making the black & white cards because "They're sad", well, not thinking about the fact that our lives are limited won't make you live forever either.
challenges:
-
craftycardmakers: cut it out (cross)
- fan-tastic tuesday:
monochrome
- wordartwednesday: anything goes
Following
the papertakeweekly sketch 79 I made a simple monochrome card. The flowers
are stitched in brown shades, additionally I used brown background
paper for the flowers, a swirled paper for the main background and a brown ribbon. In the end, I added a few pearls to make sure the card wouldn't all too boring.
I'm not sure when or how I'll use the
card, but as the text says "Congratulations" it will
probably be a happy occasion.
Another
Christmas card. I stitched the corners with shimmering yarn, added a
few pearls and used a 3D motif in the center of the card. It's a
rather simple card, but on the other hand Christmas cards don't
always have to be overloaded with glitter. I guess my style will
always remain "less is more" ;)
challenges:
Another
stitched Christmas card, made in same way than the previous - I used a
golden pickpoint ornament with pearls and glued it on Christmas background paper.
A simple festive couple
I
guess by now it looks like I do nothing but stitching 24/7. Truth is
I do, but after I put out my pickpoint stuff and searched through my
patterns, I just can't stop. So many things I want to do, and so
little time :) And did I ever mention I love pickpoint cards? I do. A lot.
Today's card
I
made it tonight, stitching with orange colours that float
into one another. As the pattern leaves an empty space in the middle
of the flower/star ornament, I'll probably place a sentiment there
once I'll need the card.
To
complete the stitching, I added a few beige and silver pearls and
glued it to an orange background paper with poppies. Even though that
would be summer flowers, the orange of the card reminds me of
something that fits this time of year perfectly: Hokkaido pumpkin
soup with cream - one of the best things autumn has to offer, and definitely one of my favourites in the kitchen :)
Even
though Christmas is still far away, I a Christmas card lately. I used
one of the stitched items I've done a while ago and put it on a
Christmas-patterned background paper.
The swirl is stitched in brown tones that flow into each other, and decorated with red and champagne pearls. The card is pretty
simple, and not too "full", but I think it
doesn't even need much more addings.
Tonight,
I made a simple card with a new pickpoint pattern. As it reminds me
of butterflies, I stitched it with yellow yarn and decided to use a matching background paper with
daisies. To match the sketch at tuesdaymorningsketches, I added a
simple punched border, a few flowers and an inscription saying "Best
wishes". The soft pastel shades make sure the card can be used
for several different occasions.
