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Mona Pendleton | Tuesday, October 11, 2016 @ 7:40 PM | , , , ,

Hi! Hope you are having a great week! Today I'm joining along with the PTI October Release Create Along With Us challenge where we are challenged to select something that the DT team has created during the release that inspired us and create our own version.
I was inspired by this beautiful card created by Betsy Veldman:
Here's my interpretation:
I combined a couple different PTI stamp sets including the PTI Wreath For All Seasons along with The Friendship Jar Holiday Fillers. For the focal point, I stamped then heat embossed the twig wreath from the Wreath For All Seasons stamp set:
Since it was rather a clean and simple card to create, I created a set of 4:
For sketch inspiration, I joined along with the current RetroSketches sketch challenge:
Up next is an 8" x 10" painting that I painted for my sweet sister who loves hummingbirds:
This is my first attempt at painting both hummingbirds and hollyhocks. I'm up against the clock to get this painting in the mail to my sister because her birthday is October 25th and she is the dear sister who is battling terminal breast / brain cancer.

I'm linking this painting to the current Paint Party Friday site:
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Be Sweet ;)
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21 Sweet Comments So Far:

Lisa Elton said...

Pretty cards Mona! I like the frosty blue you added and the splash of glitz! And once again, another lovely painting!!

Cheryl W. said...

Your cards are so pretty. Love the simple design. Your painting is fantastic. I LOVE that hummingbird. I'm sure your sister does, too.

Greta said...

I actually pinned that card of Betsy's & I love your take, Mona! Beautiful painting for your sweet sister--she'll love it, I know! You & your sister are in my thoughts, Mona.

Helen Wallace said...

Oh just stunning with the turquoise and red to enhance the white embossing. Your art work for you darling Sister is just superb. I hope she receives it in time for her birthday. Praying for you both.

Marjan said...

One of my favourite colourshemes and a gorgeous card with it!
LOVE your flowers with hummingbird! We do not have them in the Netherlands, but when my husband and I were traveling in the USA I saw one very nearby, so cute! You have caught it so well!

Ros Crawford said...

Beautiful cards Mona ... The painting is stunning and what a lovely gift for your sister!

Sue Lelli said...

Love the aqua and red cards and your hummingbird hibiscus painting is Gorgeous!

Lisa said...

The cards are so beautiful, Mona!! I love the embossed wreath and the pretty blue!! Elegant and fabulous!! And WOW!! Your painting is amazing!! Both the hummingbird and the hollyhocks look so stunning!! You captured them perfectly!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)

Lisa
A Mermaid's Crafts

Stella said...

Your CAS wreath is lovely. And your sister will love that painting!

Linda said...

Lovely wreath card. Great take on Betsy's card. I am in awe of anyone that can paint like you. Your hummingbird and flowers painting is just so gorgeous. I know your sister is going to love it. Prayers to you both.

Patty O'Malley said...

What a pretty set of cards, Mona! I'm sure your sister will love that beautiful painting. Happy Birthday to her!

Susan Lankford said...

Such a sweet and soft card, Mona! And the hummer...who doesn't love those little guys? A Wow painting!

Granny Annie said...

Your hummingbird and flowers are exquisite.

EAGHL/Granny Annie
http://trigra.blogspot.com

DVArtist said...

Truly lovely paintings.Wonderful detail.

Val-Belle said...

Beautiful soft card in gorgeous colours. WOW for the painting too it is amazeballs....

Nancy Penir said...

Beautiful card and card set, Mona. Lovely, lovely painting, as usual!!!

Kathy Mc said...

Mona, your set of cards are lovely, but let me tell you that painting is spectacular. Love the hummingbird and hollyhocks - perfect gift for your Sis. Praying for her and you as I can only imagine what a struggle this is for all.

Davi said...

Beautiful set of cards Mona! I love that you embossed the wreath is white, subtle and really lovely ;) Two of my favorite things hummers and hollyhocks!! You did a FABulous job Mona! A real birthday day blessing for your sis!I love love this one :) Have a blessed weekend.

Kathy Bradley said...

Mona - your cards are gorgeous and elegant. And, the painting is so beautiful and peaceful. Keeping your sister in my prayers - as well as you and your family!

Sherrie K. said...

Such pretty cards! I love the soft blue and white~the wreath is gorgeous and love the sweet little sequins for the pop of red!
Your painting is GORGEOUS!! Wow, I love the beautiful colors and the hummingbird is fabulous!!
Sherrie K

MackieMade Paper Creations said...

Your cards are stunning! I love your painting, especially since it is a hummingbird! Sadly, ours have flown for the winter!!!


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