Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Happy Birthday Mom

Hello.  I wanted to share a birthday card that I made for my mom's birthday on Thursday.  She told me she wanted nature and natural, kraft paper, twine, maybe with a bird, and  no froo froo stuff.  I hope this does the trick.  I didn't even stitch on the card.  I am happy with how it turned out though.  I think the stitching would have been too much. 


I found this bird image HERE along with a lot of other beauties.  I printed him off and colored it with my Copics to brighten up the washed out color.  Here in Alabama these darn Mocking Birds are everywhere and they are sooo mean.  They are running off my sweet Eastern Bluebirds and fighting with the Robins, but my mom likes them so I guess I can put my prejudices aside to make her a card.  hehe


I used the fab sketch over at Card Patterns. 


My hubby and son are telling me they are hungry and want me to start dinner.  So off I go.  See you soon.

Thanks for stopping by,
Heather
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24 comments:

  1. Sabrina ScrapbookApril 20, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    A very sweet card, love it!! Am sure your mom loves it too!! :)))

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  2. AnonymousApril 20, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    i think you followed her directions to the T :D
    a very lovely card...it works well without stitching (you know i'm partial to sewing on all my cards) wish mom a happy birthday for me :D
    BEAR HUGS
    ~victoria~

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  3. LynndaApril 20, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Woohoo Heather... this card is so sweet... the colors just pops...loving the simplicity... TFS...hugs...xoxo

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  4. TeresaApril 20, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    I like your non fufu card and I think your mom will love it too. I looked through the card challenges you participate in and thought that card patterns looked fun so I tried it too. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  5. farmhouse-storyApril 20, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    hope your mom is doing well and that her day is wonderful, heather--your card is lovely:) i don't know if i've ever seen a mockingbird, and it sounds like thats a good thing:)

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  6. LindsayApril 20, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    This is so pretty Heather, even for having no froo froo stuff on it haha! Your coloring is perfection!

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  7. RizziApril 20, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    HI HEATHER,
    MAY YOUR MOTHER'S BIRTHDAY BE FULL OF JOY....YOUR LOVELY CARD WILL PUT A SMILE ON HER FACE FOR SURE. YOU CREATED A VERY SPECIAL CARD FOR HER. HAVE A NICE DAY....RIZZI

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  8. papertrails leaverApril 20, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    I think you made a beautiful card for your Mother! She will love it! I like the soft greens. :-) Happy Birthday to your Mom!

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  9. ~amy~April 20, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Absolutely perfect!! Thanks for playing with us at Card Patterns!

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  10. VioApril 21, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    Mom is just going to love it, because it is PERFECT! I love the natural, rustic look... beautiful! ;o)

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  11. Mona PendletonApril 21, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    Happy Birthday to your Mom Heather! I am sure she will cherish this beautiful card! Love how you added color using your markers!

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  12. Lisa HjulbergApril 21, 2011 at 1:18 AM

    Beautiful Heather! I love birds, especially their song. We have lots of birds in our yard because we tempt them with food, but not nearly as colorful and varied as where you live. I know your mom is going to love her sweet card. Give her a Happy Birthday hug from me!

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  13. RosApril 21, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    So pretty ... I love this image too ... Happy Birthday to your Mom ... hope she is doing well ...

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  14. Cindy HaffnerApril 21, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Heather this is BEAUTIFUL!!~

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  15. cnelsonApril 21, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Perfectly LOVELY in EVERY way!!

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  16. UnknownApril 21, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    I do believe she is going to LOVE it. I love that bird image... Happy Birthday to your Mom...

    Hugs, Linda

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  17. donna calamariApril 21, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Happy Bday to your mom. You haven't talked about her much lately. I do think about her and hope that she is doing well.

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  18. Angi BarrsApril 21, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    What a gorgeous design. Love that beautiful bird image. :)

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  19. whoistracyApril 21, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Very pretty Heather! Love that bird. I don't let my mom pick what she wants. LOL I just make something for her and hope she likes it!!

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  20. Jean Franks BeckApril 21, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    This is beautiful! I love how your mom ordered up the elements for her card - you did a wonderful job with her "recipe"! Happy Birthday to her, and Happy Easter!

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  21. Joanne LeddyApril 21, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    Elegant, simple, and oh so beautiful ... the image is gorgeous!

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  22. BeateApril 22, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Beautiful card. Your Mom will love it!
    Hugs and smiles

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  23. StellaApril 22, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Your mom will love this card and cherish it.
    I always look to love at your cards and you always have a perfect eye for details.I love the classic look of this card. The image speaks for itself and I love your choice of papers!
    Hugs,
    Stella

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  24. Suzanne CApril 24, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    What a wonderful card for your mom. Love the vintage image and the earthy colors.

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Thanks so much for your sweet comments and amazing support. I truly appreciate it!