Saturday, October 9, 2010

~ With Sympathy ~ Moxie Fab World Perfectly-Placed-Pleats challenge

 
Hi there!

Today while browsing Moxie Fab World I came upon the Perfectly Placed Pleats challenge and suddenly felt like trying my hand at it. the only other challenge I've ever participated in was the KCK Challenge #1 with my tag garland ... (and won nothing ha!) but challenges are challenges, not necessarily for winning, and so I'm going to put my best for this one ... here are my pleats!

SympathyRose_1 

I used a delicious kraft cardstock to fold the pleats before adhering them to another piece of kraft cardstock with double-sided tape. Trimmed that down and stitched it to my card.

SympathyRose_2 

I used VersaMagic white ink to mildly distress the pleats. The papers are from  BasicGrey's Capella collection, sentiment and leaf stamps from PaperTrey Ink, and the KaiserCraft pearls from Spotlight. The flower looks kind of simple, but it took me a while to figure out which areas to layer ... sigh.

SympathyRose_3 

Ok, let's go ahead and submit it for the challenge, and whatever happens ... happens.

Thanks for visiting! Your comments are very special to me! :)

~ Viola


Posted by Viola Mahr at 2:20 AM

27 comments:

  1. SueOctober 9, 2010 at 3:52 AM

    That's a beautiful card, Viola! Love the white stamping on kraft and those BG papers. You must submit the card. :) Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment. :)

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  2. jazOctober 9, 2010 at 4:58 AM

    Thank you so much for coming by my blog, and am so glad that you did because i get to come by here, this beautiful blog by a talented lady!loving your work and the soft hues you choose for your projects, just simply so beautiful!!!!!!
    So you are staying in SG? let's meet up for coffee one day ;)
    love,jaz

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  3. GladysOctober 9, 2010 at 6:39 AM

    Beautiful cards! Viola!~love it! Beautiful Blog too! :) Nice to know you! I love PTI too!

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  4. emelineOctober 9, 2010 at 6:51 AM

    THANKS for your visit !!:) your cards and papercrafting is incredibly beautiful ! will drop by again to enjoy your wonderful creations :) !

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  5. JusOctober 9, 2010 at 8:40 AM

    Thanks for dropping by my blog! :)
    That's a really lovely lovely card. All the best for the challenge, you have a winner on your hands I think! :)

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  6. Beatriz JenningsOctober 9, 2010 at 6:04 PM

    thanks for your sweet comments on my blog, have a great day!

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  7. Charlene AustinOctober 9, 2010 at 8:10 PM

    Really really reaaaallly gorgeous!
    Viola - I saw your comment over on Embellish and we'd LOVE for you to play. If you can't get the link to work just email me and I will add your post link for you ok? Can't wait to see what you come up with!

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  8. PooiOctober 10, 2010 at 4:36 AM

    thanks for dropping by my blog! yay... go go go for the challenge.... definitely a lovely card:)

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  9. Clare BuswellOctober 10, 2010 at 6:02 AM

    Your card is gorgeous, love the soft colors and the pleats are brilliant! Thanks for visiting my blog!

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  10. AliciaOctober 12, 2010 at 9:00 AM

    Thanks for dropping by my blog... you are quite and artist! This card is simply stunning. Beautiful work!

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  11. Joan ErvinOctober 12, 2010 at 9:28 AM

    Oh my, what a gorgeous design....I just love the soft vintage look with the beautiful flower, papers, and pleats!!!! Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving such a sweet comment...your work is awesome!!!

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  12. Noelle McAdamsOctober 12, 2010 at 1:44 PM

    Ooooooooo! Viola, I just love this pretty card! The stitching adds such a beautiful element to the pleats:) Thank you so much for visiting my blog & commenting, I REALLY appreciate it! *hugs* :)

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  13. PatriciaOctober 13, 2010 at 10:47 AM

    Wow Viola- this card is so lovely! You really rocked this challenge, the colors, textures and dimension are just perfect. Good luck! Thanks for sharing a comment on my blog as well, I really appreciate the positive feedback.

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  14. Carla CreatesOctober 13, 2010 at 2:37 PM

    Your card is absolutely beautiful!! I love the stitching! Thanks also for visiting my blog & leaving such sweet comments!

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  15. stampersuzzOctober 15, 2010 at 1:54 AM

    Beautiful! Love the kraft pleats with sewing and such a soft and elegant card.

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  16. Clare BuswellOctober 15, 2010 at 2:23 AM

    I love this card, so delicate and beautiful!!

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  17. AngiOctober 15, 2010 at 4:46 AM

    Love your beautiful stitching. Such a beautiful and elegant card:)

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  18. Sandy AngOctober 16, 2010 at 12:31 PM

    Hope you're not too disappointed about KCK challenge #1 and hope to see you at the new challenges.
    This card, in all it's loveliness, would be great for a Basic Grey challenge as you've showcased their Capella collection so well.

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  19. SmithaOctober 18, 2010 at 7:07 AM

    Hi Viola!! You have such an awesome blog, and such beautiful cards!!!
    Love your Etsy store too.. I really should start my own.. Would love your advice on that...
    Thanks for visiting my blog!!
    Smitha

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  20. CathOctober 27, 2010 at 2:55 PM

    Hey Viola! Thanks for entering the Perfectly Placed Pleats challenge in the Moxie Fab World! I'm so glad you joined in on all the fun! :)

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  21. Clare BuswellOctober 28, 2010 at 1:16 AM

    A HUGE CONGRATS on your WIN at the MOXIE FAB WORLD!!! Well deserved, it is a stunning card!!

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  22. HeatherOctober 28, 2010 at 6:22 AM

    Congrats! This is true beauty. Love the soft colors. :)

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  23. Pattie GoldmanOctober 28, 2010 at 8:33 AM

    This is really pretty! Congrats on winning too and thanks for your sweet comments on my card! I giggled out loud when I read your comment today! Too funny!
    Hugs,
    Pattie

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  24. SusanOctober 28, 2010 at 9:11 AM

    lovely card, it is so soft as Cath opined! Congratulations.

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  25. Belinda Chang LangnerOctober 28, 2010 at 10:09 AM

    Absolutely stunning Viola! :) Congrats on the win! So soft and elegant!

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  26. TrinhOctober 28, 2010 at 5:11 PM

    So glad you did enter this challenge, Viola - your card is gorgeous! A huge congrats to you!

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  27. stephNovember 11, 2010 at 8:13 AM

    hi viola! gorgeous card, congrats on your win!! i love your style! thank you so much for stopping by my blog! shabby chic is one of my faves :). thanks for sharing and have a wonderful day! *hugs* steph :)

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