Pick Of The Week

I'm so grateful for craft class at the moment, I need some sanity in what's turning out to be a bit of a crazy world at the moment! 
Jo led this week and we made three beautiful cards.  It's practically impossible to pick a favourite, but I think it could be this one:
I have been wanting to make a 'white on white' card for a wedding for ages but wasn't sure how to go about it.  I have some good leaf punches but not many flowers, but it's the beautiful lacy dies that make this card stand out from the crowd.  The centre stamp is in Pool Party, but if you knew the bride's colour scheme you could make it to co-ordinate, couldn't you?
Here's a close up (sorry I've just seen the picture quality isn't very good!)

I am in love with the pearls on this card, too (you can see some top right in the main picture) they are definitely going on my next shopping list!
I'm sorry I can't give you many details about the card, we just used a variety of punches and dies.  The sentiment is LOTV, though.
Thanks for dropping in today, your comments are much appreciated.  At least, no matter what happens, I'll be able to go on crafting, and that cheers me up no end!
Jane xx

Comments

  1. Margaret2 March 2012 at 15:24

    Lovely card, Jane. Perfect for a CAS card
    Margaret xx

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  2. Jean2 March 2012 at 16:04

    Really pretty!! The cream white on white is so sophisticated.

    So glad you have your crafting to divert your worries so you can find some smiles in these difficult times.

    Wishing you well, again.

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  3. Vicky Hayes2 March 2012 at 20:39

    It's true Jane - crafting has helped many a person through a difficult time. Vicky x

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  4. Nannieflash3 March 2012 at 16:07

    Wow Jane youve done a stunning job on your card, love the whole card design, those die cuts are gorgeous. hugs Shirleyxx

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  5. Michelle3 March 2012 at 22:45

    Crafting has certainly helped me through some difficult times over the past 18 months. I hope things work out for you. Lovely card, really elegant. I love the white on white x x

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