Thank you all for your kind thoughts when I had my facet joint injections at the weekend. My consultant injected three pairs of joints in my cervical spine, which isn't the most comfortable of procedures, but all went well. I rested up for the rest of the day as instructed, but by Sunday afternoon I was needing some craft time...
So, I stamped the bird from the Heartfelt Creations "Tropical Parrots" and used my zigs to quickly colour it in, so as to avoid working with my head bent forwards for too long. I used the corresponding dies to cut it out. I thought I'd make a simple card and so cut out the sentiment from the set, added a few paper flowers and a doodled border, and job done.
After I'd finished it, the hairy edges on the Aloha started to really bug me as I usually spend a bit of time with a spellbinders tool brush or a pokey tool making sure the die cut has a "clean edge". I let the card sit for a few days until I decided to remake it today. I carefully removed the flowers and found a die to cut out the image without catching the sentiment. I then glued it all back together, popped the flowers back on and added a little glamour dust. Much happier!
Hi Cara, I think both cards are gorgeous but I must admit I like the 2nd one more as I think the blue matting makes the wonderful colouring on the bird 'pop'
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Fabulous image and gorgeous colouring. The first one would have been fine but the second one really does the image more justice.
ReplyDeleteKath x
I have to agree that the second one looks amazing with that blue mat, it just works so well. Happy crafting, Angela xXx
ReplyDeleteBoth designs are beautiful. I love the doodling on the first one, but my favourite is the remake with the blue mat.
ReplyDeleteHope you're remembering to take it easy and following the instructions of the consultant! xx
I think we're all in agreement. The 2nd one is the favorite. It's still beautiful either way. We've probably all rushed a card or two. I know I have. Except mine normally end up in the recycle bin.
ReplyDeleteBoth are lovely, like everyone else the second one sure stands out more. Sorry to hear about your join issues, hope you are feeling well.
ReplyDeleteHi Cara....just love the 2nd one....the image stand out more and just love the colours....Joolsx
ReplyDeleteYes, been there done that too, Cara, when something bugs you listen to your inner voice..
ReplyDeleteI love the second card well done on the colouring and I've had needles in my spine, they're not fun. Commiserations, I do pray and hope they helped.
Thanks for sharing your inspiration!
Shaz in Oz.x
{Calligraphy Cards - Shaz in Oz}
Absolutely stunning! Yes know exactly what you mean about the hairy bits after die cutting. Fabulous re-make. Thank you for sharing this beauty...sunshine on a card x
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely image - I share your angst about 'hairy edges'! Take it easy and get bettwr soon xx
ReplyDeleteSharon
That's a lovely image and the colouring is great love it
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Oh what a lot of work here Cara, but it looks amazing.Super image and great colouring too, well done again. Hope the injections help you a bit and don't overdo things now ;) hugs Viv xx
ReplyDeleteWell they are both wonderful Cara, I love the image and your fabulous colours. I hope he injections didn't hurt too much and that they will really help you, Kate x
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ReplyDeleteBoth cards are terrific but I can understand why you wouldn't want a hairy sentiment lol!
I tend to get that problem when cutting higher gsm card.
Hope your injections help your condition.
Ang x
Cara, so glad you got rid of those bloody hairy edges, nothing worse. No I know what you mean.....it eats at you and in the end you have to do something or toss it so Im glad you found away to fix it to your satisfaction cause it looked perfect to us first time and even more so second time. wonderful colouring and hope your feeling ok petal.
ReplyDeleteWhat an absolutely glorious parrot. I love his colours. I liked the first card but like it more as the second cards remake. Glad to hear your injections went well. hugs Mrs A.
ReplyDeleteCara, they're BOTH stunning creations hun. I loved your Aloha version with the funky black and white doodled edge. Brilliant design. But yes, I think you definitely took it to the next level with take 2! Gorgeous creations hun. Hugs, Wends xoxo
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ReplyDeletewhat very lovely cards and that parrot is so vibrant and gorgeous.
They are both wonderful and super designs.
Lovely colouring as well.
So glad all went well with your injections.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.
Both of your cards look absolutely fabulous to me, Cara! That bird is amazing! So happy you are feeling well enough to get some Craft Therapy in!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, the hairy edged die cut bits, geez I hate those too!! Have you tried waxed paper between the paper and the die, it helps a little bit. Anyway, outstanding finished product! Love your image and the colouring is just wonderful. I totally love the added glitter, fantastic addition!! Great job saving a card from the bin! sending hugs :)
ReplyDeleteA lovely summertime card Cara. A great image and I love the colours. I seem to be plagued by the hairy bits and am using having to use a sanding block on the last batch of white card I bought! I love the glitter! Barbxx
ReplyDeleteOooh what a gorgeous parrot, love those colours! I've learned to live with my hairy edges (LOL) - your first card looked fine to me, but I'm really lovin your remake! Glad to hear your treatment went well, I'm sure it was no fun at all xx
ReplyDeleteSo glad that it all went well, sad that I am here so late, but work kicked by BUTT last week. Personally I prefer the second card, I love that you didn't just leave it..I do love to 'tweak' my cards. I LMAO at the 'hairy edges' not a phrase I hear often ;) Cx
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ReplyDeleteThose injections sound awful. I too have had injections into my joints but not in my spine, I shudder with terror for you huni. The normal joint ones are very comfortable so I dread to think what the spine ones are like. I've always found that if my RA is flaring when they decide to inject me it hurts more than any other time, lol, thank goodness for my crafting and yours too, at least we use that down time creatively lol!
ReplyDeleteBoth are stunning and I know what you mean about the hairy die cut edges, I hate when that happens too. Again beautiful colouring of the image and that toucan image is fabulous. I must try some border doodling, because I love yours! Karen xx
hope you are feeling better Cara..
ReplyDeletefun cards, I agree, the second one has a great visual impact with the bird inside the circle...draws your eye in.
take care, continue to get better!
xx Karen