As you can see, each card was slightly different. These are just 4 of the many that I made. To start, I either downloaded or created my background paper. The Filigree is a special Memory Box die called Embedded Pear, that I found at the convention. I bought it because I thought it would make a beautiful corner piece, but as I checked out the gal told me it was made to fit their pear die. How silly, thought I - who would ever do that. Then I saw a couple samples of work done with the two dies combined and stopped thinking it was such a silly idea. Since I had not purchased the Pear Die at the show, I had to recreate the proper size and proportions and make a template and again create or download my papers. Use the template to make the pear, cut it out, sponge on different colors to create shading and realism. I cut the filigree from different shades of brown. Made a leaf and stem and then assembled everything. The last step was putting on the bling. I was going to use 'diamonds' but found these coppery multi-color pieces in my drawer and thought they were perfect for the coloring on the card. It was fun and challenging, but among other things I am thankful that I have the time to play and create that which is in my mind, not to mention my thankfulness for all the 'toys' that I use.
