I must say, that this was the most difficult card I have ever made. Not difficult in the layout, etc., but difficult in pulling it all together. I tried a number of times yesterday to make my card for the Rubbernecker WACKY WEDNESDAY Challenge. The idea, a different fold than a normal card, was not the problem. However, it just wasn’t working for me. Finally around 5:00 I had a brainstorm (oh my yes, it hurt) on what I could do! I headed down to the studio (knowing I only had about an hour to work before I had to leave for a meeting). The layout came easy, the papers came easy, the whole idea came together . . . and then . . . . the image. I couldn’t find an image that worked for it. 
After my meeting, I was in the studio still 
. . . I had an idea that worked. Somewhere last week, I saw on someone’s blog who used a large prima flower and cut it off at the edge of the card. I’m sorry, but I don’t remember now who made this card. If it was you or you know who, please let me know!
I had a large prima, I tried it, it wouldn’t stay on the card. I began my search again for something else. I finally remembered that I had a tin of other primas (from the DD Days) and picked one for the card. It’s not the color I would like, but it does match the paper. Oh, and then I didn’t have the right ribbon. Geesh, I could have pitched the whole card and I might yet, but I did get it finished.
So, the ribbon ties the card together so it won’t fall open. The fold is on the top of the card with more of a card front behind it. When opened:
Hmmm, I never made Kate a card for her birthday . . . a little late, but . . .
- Stamps: Rubbernecker Easter Collection – Dot Square SKU:84-02 and KK Originals Sentiments Collection – Happy Birthday #2 SKU:40-17 KK from Rubbernecker Stamp Company
- Paper: Georgia Pacific White; BasicGrey Porcelain; SU Mellow Moss and Pink Pirouette
- Ink: Ranger Archival Coffee
- Accessories: Sewing Machine; Scalloped Punch; Sanding Tools; BasicGrey Porcelain Button; Prima Flower; Ribbon
Thanks for stopping by today and I hope you join us for Kittie’s challenge!
I am sorry that this card gave you a hard time–but I love how it turned out!!
That flower is so fun–and this card would look fabulous on top of a gift (instead of a bow)!!
Great colors and design!!
Sorry you had such a terrible experience in making this card….but ya know what? I LOVE it and am going to scrap lift it, if you dont mind!!
Sounds like a lot of work, Sherry, but sooo worth all your efforts….it turned out gorgeous!!! I love the papers you used, your sewing, and the big flower in the front is beautiful!!! Kate will love this!!!
Your card is gorgeous and doesn’t like you had problems. I love the fold and your use of the big prima. Your sewing is the perfect touch to embellish and outline the fold.
I hate when things don’t just fall into place. But, I must say that your card turned out great . Kudo’s on sticking with it!
You silly goose. This card turned out beautiful!!!!!!!!! I love the colors, and that flower is gorgeous!
Uhhhh, Yoda~ I thought only Padawon’s had cards from hell!!! LOL!! Well, you’d never know that you struggled with it!! (and I remember seeing on Sharon Johnson’s blog a huge prima flower cut at the edge to fit the card. Maybe????) Ok, off to check the “official” challenge
I had to laugh….it sounds like me quite often, I’m afraid!! Anyhoo, I love how your card turned out and it looks like there was no need to cut the beautiful Prima after all! Great fold!!
I am totally folding challenged, so I appreciate all the work you went through to make this beautiful card! I think your choice of papers, colors, and embellishments is great!
I just read your fantastic tutorial at SCS and I have two questions: what is the “glass” you are referring to and what is the “medium” for?
Well it turned out fabulous Sherry!!
Hi. Sherri. I know who cut the flower on their card. It was Sharon Johnson. Hope that helps. Hugs, Nellie.
LOL…love your post title! I’m really liking the card and if you had difficulty pulling it together, it certainly does not show!
OMG, Sherry…I can totally relate to your frustrations while creating this card….it happens to me more often than I care to admit, LOL!
I love the way you used the flower as the main focal point on this card and it seems to go well with the pattern papers you chose. While this card may not be your usual style, it is still one you can feel great about sending out. I’m glad you shared it and your story with us. Big Hugs, Barb g
Love this fold and the ribbon to keep it together, pretty flower!