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Saturday, 26 March 2011

"Less is More" Sketch

This week is the first time that we have had a sketch on "Less is More" and  as you can imagine, it's a simple one!
I decided to do both masculine and feminine takes on it.
You can see details of what I used on the LIM blog.
Personally I prefer the masculine version... I had the idea of what to do and did the pink one first, but not being absolutely satisfied with it, followed up with the male version.
We went to a Wine and Tapas evening at our club restaurant last night. I think I'll spend today quietly!
2 Sisters - Make your own Embellishments
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37 comments:

  1. Anne26 March 2011 at 09:53

    Both fantastic cards Chrissie but, like you, I prefer the male version. Hugs x

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  2. Tara Cardwell26 March 2011 at 10:23

    I like both but the masculine one is really superb. The ribbon is gorgeous.

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  3. Susie Sugar26 March 2011 at 10:55

    Hi Chrissie I love both your cards, I have all the SU tamps you used and I've hardly used them but now with your inspiration you've given me a some fab ideas and I'm off to buy myself some of thar extra thick embossing powder as well
    Thanks for the fab challenge
    Hugs Susie Sugar xx

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  4. Toulouse26 March 2011 at 11:27

    Hi Chrissie, I love the pink one best! thanks for your constructive comments on my LIM cards, It is really helpfull to have such and expert eye advising me what would work slightly better! I live in a crafting desert here in France so only have blogland feedback! keep up the good work,Donnax

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  5. coldwaters226 March 2011 at 13:45

    Hi Chrissie I have been here for ages looking at all the gorgeous cards that I have missed they all look so beautiful, I love the Mothering Sunday one also those trees the background has an eerie look to it which appeals to me and the Wellies look fabby also, such wonderful work I love them all.
    Hugs
    Lorraine x

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  6. cockney blonde26 March 2011 at 13:48

    Love both the cards but again I think the masculine one tops it, x

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  7. ginny c26 March 2011 at 15:34

    love both the cards, hugs ginny x

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  8. Sarn26 March 2011 at 15:45

    I think both cards are a great take on the sketch. I've thoroughly enjoyed creating 2 cards for the sketch (after I botched the first one!).

    Hugs, Sandra

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  9. Suze Bain26 March 2011 at 16:44

    Super cards Chrissie, never tried Utee but it makes fab embellishments. I agree, prefer the masculine version - I like earthy, autumnal colours.

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  10. Anonymous26 March 2011 at 16:45

    I love both cards Chrissie as always put together beautifully. I did pop over this morning but you were later posting! I was out for a late lunch so not long back in so thought i would catch up on this weeks inspiration.

    enjoy the rest of the weekend

    ali x

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  11. Deborah Frings26 March 2011 at 18:11

    Both these cards are great. I really like the clean lines of the "male" one and I can imagine it in blues or greens too. And I like the "female" one - would work beautifully in lilacs and reds too! Can't pick a favourite - both are great!

    I think LIM is just fabulous - thanks so much for starting it up. Deborah x

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  12. Babs26 March 2011 at 18:31

    Hi Chrissie, i think both cards are fab.love the colour on the second card and the love heart too
    Babs x

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  13. Debbie26 March 2011 at 18:46

    I think both cards are great, but the masculine version is extra special!

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  14. Mandi26 March 2011 at 19:26

    They are both stunning Chrissie
    Not that you ever create anything less than magnificent
    mandi

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  15. Jen26 March 2011 at 20:01

    Love both ,I can't choose a favourite.
    Great sketch, I am off to have a go.
    jenjoy x

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  16. Evil Edna26 March 2011 at 21:05

    Cool, verstile design.EE

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  17. Stamps and Paper26 March 2011 at 23:20

    Two really great cards Chrissie... I am really enjoying this great LIM challenge.

    Anne

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  18. Sheila in Cyprus27 March 2011 at 06:51

    Some more of your fabulous creations Chrissie. Computer crashed recently so have been busy reinstating craft bits and pieces that I had stored and not saved, which was a lot, so no time for crafting at the moment but enjoying browsing the LIM blog (and yours of course. Its great to see LIM going from strength to strength each week. Take care. Love Sheila (Cyprus)

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  19. Rita27 March 2011 at 11:33

    Chrissie, both cards are fabulous, but its what wev'e come to expect from you. Hugs Rita xxx

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  20. Susan27 March 2011 at 16:38

    Chrissie, I think I agree with you. My choice is definitely the more masculine card (although it would be okay for either). I think the deciding factor for me was the placement of the sentiment. It seems to flow better for me down at the break in the card rather than floating on the top edge...but that's just me...always trying to "ground" my objects! LOL!

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  21. Curly27 March 2011 at 20:21

    OMGosh both of your cards are so elegant, and I could not pick a favorite between the two,
    and thank you so much for your lovely comment,

    Have a great week,
    Hugs Bridget :0) x

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  22. nicky27 March 2011 at 20:54

    loving both your cards , like the purple one more.
    Nicky

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  23. Faith A at Daffodil Cards27 March 2011 at 21:49

    These are both lovely cards, they are different of course, but both lovely in their own right.

    PS Thanks for the sketch and the DL card, I love using a DL.

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  24. Lynne27 March 2011 at 22:00

    hiya Chrissie, fabulous DT card for this weeks challenge.
    I can`t believe I`m telling an expert something but I`ve just read that you don`t know what DL stands for. It means `double length` which basically is twice as long as it`s width, usually 4" x 8" as you said.
    Lynne xxx

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  25. Mandi27 March 2011 at 22:13

    Both are so elegant hunni
    The pink draws me, but they are both equally stunning
    As your work always is
    Makes working with you such a pleasure
    x

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  26. Linby27 March 2011 at 23:22

    Love both of these Chrissie, thanks for the inspiration.
    Linbyx

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  27. Vicky Hayes28 March 2011 at 09:04

    I absolutely love this sketch and am very attracted to these very clean designs. The masculine version is my favourite - I'm more drawn to those subtle colours. But what I really like about both cards is the way your word DP is the right way up! (There's no escaping your eagle eye -you're quite right, my upside down version was not intended!)

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  28. Jenny28 March 2011 at 10:11

    This weeks sketch is fab and I'm busy beavering away. I love the both your cards, the sketch lends itself to allsorts of genres X

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  29. G Peplow28 March 2011 at 19:49

    Hello there Chrissy, More gorgeous cards, love them both, lean slightly more to the masculine one but both are lovely:0) xxx

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  30. MaggieC (Silvercrafter)28 March 2011 at 20:42

    I like both of them, but I think my choice would be the pink one. Thank you for your visit and kind comment.

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  31. Jose28 March 2011 at 22:32

    2 gorgeous cards Chrissie, but I have to agree with you I prefer the male card, well actually I think you could send that to a female.

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  32. massofhair29 March 2011 at 01:42

    Both cards are beautiful Chrissie, i prefer the masculine one too. Word papers are very on trend and really give the recipient something to look at as well as the main embellishment. LiKiNg a lot.

    Thanks for your lovely comment and for always taking the time to drop by. Appreciate the feedback as i really want to learn how to do the CAS cards. Got my Craft Stamper Magazine yesterday and found the start of a series by Joanne Wardle on this very subject. More help the better:-)

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  33. Anonymous29 March 2011 at 14:05

    Amazing cards, I love them both.Loving the challenge blog too, its really fantastic, well done!!

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  34. Sue29 March 2011 at 14:27

    Just love this card its brill Luv Sue x

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  35. Suzilou29 March 2011 at 20:56

    Both gorgeous cards, am loving your challenge site and this style of card, will definatly be coming back for more :)

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  36. Sue30 March 2011 at 22:13

    Two fabulous cards, love them both. Thanks for another great challenge at LIM. Sue.x

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  37. The Crafty Elf1 April 2011 at 21:35

    I love being inspired and your blog has done just that for me. I am new to blogging and challenges and I'm loving every minute of it. Through the wonderful world of technology and craft lovers....everyday excites me! Thank you for visiting.

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Thank you so much for popping by, I appreciate your comments!
Thanks,
Chrissie