Believe it or not I've been working on this card for two weeks! I had this idea in my head but getting that transfered to paper was quite a challenge. Part of that time I was waiting for the image of #410 the Horse, which my dear friend Sandy sent to me. I had a hard time finding the hardware I really was looking for and in the end just had to "settle" for what I could get. *Sigh*
So this is what I came up with...
Living in Texas, I just had to have the Cowgirl image. I mean, what else does Texas represent, if it isn't the spirit of the Ol'West? She is #229 and from the Bon Voyage Colleciton 2010 and is available from Diana at Magnolia-licious.
Here is a closer look at Tilda. I really tried to get a leather or suede look to her outfit...
Here is the inside of the card...
I made a gate for the horse to stand behind. It's what took me so long to figure out!
The gate opens to reveal the entire horse and the birthday tag, which is from JustRite stamps....
I made the horse Dapple Grey by using Blending Solution on a paper towel and patting over it after I had colored it...
I just recently received my final package from Leonie who was my Secret Stamping Sister over at Stamptacular. I'm telling you, this girl is so awesomely talented and extremely generous. Among the many wonderful stamping things she sent me was my own personalized signature stamp. I was thrilled to receive it and it works beatuifully! Thank you so much Leonie...
Thanks so much for stopping by to see my latest creation! Your comments always fill my heart with joy!
Hugs,
Barb
wowwwwwwwwwwww this is sooooooooooooooo gorgeous
ReplyDeleteHello Barb, Fabulous mise en scene! Love everything about your card. Tilda is wonderfully colored, and the background papers really bring us in the ambiance. Love how you set up the imitation of the wood boards, especially the gate that opens, such an original idea. Beatiful project, very inspiring.
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Danielle
Oh, wow, love it. I think your hardware is perfect. Great, great card.
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Now if this doesn't make it into the Magnolia Ink no card will.. this card has it all.. beauty, color, a little bit of the old west, great embellishments, great ideas and gorgeous coloring... I simply love it.. Its a keeper Barb... Good luck..
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Barb, I had to slowly scroll through all the pics so I wouldn't miss anything. :-) Tilda is adorable! I love this image. I wish they had a cowboy Edwin too. We went to CO for vacation this year and Drew found his perfect Stetson hat at Vail! Me not so big on the cowboy stuff. I do have to admit he looks darn handsome in his hat. He has the swagger down to a tee. Worked to many Summers in western SD I guess. LOVE, LOVE your gate for the horse. Awesome card Barb. Sorry about the book I left here. :-)
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning Barb!!! Totally agree with everything Jean said (I couldn't have worded it any better)
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This card is absolutely BREATHTAKING....GORGEOUS...inside and outside!!!
ReplyDeleteWOW...this is an amazing work of art...breathtakingly gorgeous. The inside is just as gorgeous as the outside.
ReplyDeleteyour cards are so beautiful! i love the way you color them.
ReplyDeleteOMGoogness...from one Texan to another what a great card...I love it....it is sooooooo cute for the
ReplyDeletegate to open up for the horse....love your coloring as always...your DP's are great
Big Texas HUG Linda
WOW Barb, your card is adorable...I love it...the colors are perfect together and Tilda's outfit looks like suede/leather. You did a wonderful job on it, your coloring is wonderful. I love the gate inside opening to revel the horse...Thanks for the inspiration.
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Corinne
AWESOME card, Barb!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove your horse stall and that it opens to revel the sentiment. Great hardware :o) Love all of your DP - what have you used for the wood paper? - it is fantastic. Your horse is coloured so wonderfully ( so is Tilda )
Oh - I'm gushing - it is a fantastic card :o)
Hugs, Candy
Barb, what a genuinely unique card! You are just so creative!! Must be those Canadian genes.......lol
ReplyDeleteLove it! Love it! Love it! Thanks for sharing your wonderful inspirations.\
Rubber hugs, inky wishes, cricut chirps and cuttlebug squishes,
Madge
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!! JAW DROPPED SO HARD I AM IN AWE................. I mean how adorable.GEEEEZ HOW STICKIN CUTE ARE THOSE BOOTS,I want them for me lol!! OH Barb you are one cleve rlady i love the gate he he he so brilliant.I MEAN EVERY ITTY BOTTY DETAIL IS A WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ((((hugs)))RubyM:)
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CAN I, MAY I SCRAPLIFT ONE DAY,PWEEEESE!!!:)
O Barb I just want to repeat what everyone has alreadt said...this card is amazing!! And worth all the effort you went to. Love Tilda she is sensational and yep I think you have achieved the suede look for her clothes! And the horse..o my!!! So clever on how you achieved the dappled look!!!. I have no more words...just amazingly sensational!!!
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PS...So glad the stamp works well!!!
Super duper cute Barb! I love the horse with the stall door. Everything is awesome. How do you tie your little bows so perfectly? Your coloring is superb! hmmmm, I need to purchase this little cowgirl stamp, she is adorable.
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Leslie Avila
Oooh, Barb this is gorgeous! I LOVE the layout and colors and I love what you did with the inside of the card. Love the bow around the horse, that's perfect!
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Wow, this card is amazing with some many wonderful details on it. The coloring and the paper are fantastic! Beautiful job!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic idea! That horse gate is awesome! Love your little Tilda and the papers are perfect :D
ReplyDeleteAWESOME!! It is my favorite of the Bon Voyage collection, cause Oklahoma is all about cowgirls too.
ReplyDeleteI have it but after seeing this awesome version don't know if I will ink it for awhile. Your coloring is beautiful.
Aw...Barb, this is such an awesome card. Very cool and I LOVE the inside too. Such a fun and creative card you did :o)
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Cabio
Run out of words to describe!!! Adorable card and great colors, papers and embellishments! Love the gate and wood look too! Fantastic work Barb!
ReplyDeleteBarb, What a great idea with the horse behind the gate. You are a very talented lady. Love the western theme. I have a daughter living in Texas so that struck close to home.
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Hi Barb, Just saw this card representing Texas and you did an awesome job! Everything about it speaks of a western theme. I love Tildas expertly colored leathers, and the gate with the horse behind. Very clever your are! And the metal embellies are wonderful. Where ever did you find them. Love your new blog design too!
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Awesome card. It is so pretty. Great job
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ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!!!!!! Well worth all the thought that went into your card. What can I say but WOW!!
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Oh wow, it's stunning!
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Cordine
What a fabulous card. I didn't notice all the different layers the first time I looked at it. This horse is on my wish list. Great coloring and wonderful embellishments.
ReplyDeleteGreat job on your card. I love the way you made the gate open to reveal the horse and birthday message. Coloring is perfect.
ReplyDeleteKathy Gerace
Barb, I luuuvvvv your card!!! It's fantabulous. Everything works beautifully together. Love your gate--brilliant idea. Your dapple grey horse looks great. This card kicks ass...LOL.
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Norma
WOW BARB!! You definitely created a masterpiece. I'm awestruck. Everything about you card is FABULOUS!!!
ReplyDeleteMy gosh! This is just stunning. I just love the whole idea! Opening up the stable and the horse is behind. Brilliant! Gorgeous colours and coouring. Hugs xxoo
ReplyDeleteoh Barb THIS IS BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Your coloring is stunning as always dear!!! Love these papers you have used!!
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hugs, Janiel
Oh Barb, I just love it. So many details, and all so perfect. Your "hinges" are wonderful and so clever of you to think of using them. I must get this horse. Your gate is fabulous!
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