1/07/2023

Birthdays ~ Friends Of Unity January 2023 Blog Hop

 Happy New Year!  The January 2023 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is Birthday themed.  I hope that you will join in on the fun and inspiration.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop.

For this month, I am sharing a pink inspired floral birthday card.



Sentiment:
Best wishes on your special day.
Happy birthday.



Be sure to hop along on the blogs and on socials throughout the month for even more handmade birthday card inspiration and ideas.


Helpful tips:

Here are helpful tips for making this.  To begin, prepare an A2 sized card base using colored cardstock.  Then, trim or die-cut a stamp panel and a frame a bit larger than the stamped panel.  Also, either stamp the sentiments separately or stamp them onto the card front directly.  Next, using a stamp positioning tool like the Misti, stamp the flowers and the birthday sentiment to one side of the card front panel, using alcohol friendly ink like a hybrid ink pad.  Then, heat set and color in your stamping.  I used Copic markers, but use what you have on hand.  Next, add little embellishments like doily pieces or leftover scraps.  Finally, layer it all using glue or flat double-sided tape onto the card base.  Optional, add a few dots of Nuvo drops or gems, to finish.

Here is a closer look at this pink floral birthday card.

Giveaway from me for the January 2023 hop:
** Update:  My January 2023 giveaway winner is 
Sandra van B ** Congrats!
I am giving away one seat in my card making online course, Bundle 1:  Quick & Easy Card Techniques, to one winner, open worldwide.  This course includes 10 online card classes including 10 video tutorials and 10 pdf downloadable reference guides for easy filing.  My card making classes are designed for self-paced guided learning, at your leisure, all in one place.

1.  Simply comment on this blog post, including a way to contact or message you for winnings.

For extra entries:

2.  Follow my Instagram @neatnook https://www.instagram.com/neatnook/ & leave a separate comment here that you did plus note here your Instagram name.
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Neither Facebook, Instagram nor YouTube are affiliated with this giveaway. My giveaway ends 1.31.23 at 11:30pm EST & announced shortly afterward, here on this post.


Here is a quick video outlining the process of making this card.

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31 comments:

  1. Such a lovely card, Gaylynn! I actually had that set on my desk but ended up focusing on other stamps. You've inspired me to ink it up though and continue building my stash of bday cards. Thanks for sharing your talent!

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    1. Thanks Crystal. Such a great hop and theme this month. :)

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  2. Gorgeous!!! another stampset for my wishlist!!

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  3. A beautiful card and I love the pink paired with the blue border. I can't wait to ink this set up. The doilies give it a wonderful timeless feel. The video is awsome to see your creativity in action.

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    1. Thanks for your kind words, Rachel. Happy New Year.

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  4. your card is very pretty, I love the layers

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  5. Love your card and it is nice to have a video!

    Linda Abel

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  6. So gorgeous! As always! I’m pretty sure that I follow you everywhere LOL

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  7. Didn’t add my name!
    Jenni Shamblin

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  8. Love the use of the
    Doilies on your lovely
    card.
    Carla from Arizona

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  9. Love the deep rich tones of your card and especially the lacey doily background. Pam Duncan Vansant

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  10. Gorgeous design and colors! I love the way you framed the image!

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  11. I LOVE the flowers! Gorgeous colors!

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  12. So very pretty and I love the girly prettiness of the doily at each end.

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  13. I considered using that stamp! I love how you framed it with a little bit of black peeking out green behind!

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  14. Your card is so gorgeous! Floral images are always a favorite of mine.

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  15. Very pretty. The offset doily was a tender warm effect with the pretty colors.

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  16. This is a lovely card. Everything about it. The doily is an extra special touch! I am going now to follow you...BetsGreene

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  17. Ah such lovely cards on this hop. I will be casing your card!

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  18. Thank you for providing so much detail in how you created this card and the supplies used. It is very pretty!

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  19. Wow, that pink and aqua color combo has me swooning....it's so beautiful!

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  20. Gorgeous card. I was on the fence buying this set and this card convinced me I really need it. It's just beautiful. I love the colors and design. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  21. Beautiful card! Love the vintage vibe!

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  22. absolutely gorgeous card and I love your videos. your style is always so beautiful- April Sarandrea

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  23. I follow you on IG. I am @denisebryant2143

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  24. I'm already subscribed to your YouTube also!
    Denise Bryant

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  25. Thanks for great ideas!

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