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Saturday, January 12, 2008

Valentine Redesign....

Sigh.... My circular file overfloweth...

(Circular file - the kind and gentle name I have for the giant, black Hefty bag in my craft corner).

I posted my Valentine class yesterday, but I really did not like the Fluffles the Cat card. It was too busy and the layout made the image seem insignificant. But I have a ton of other things to do - so I just wanted to move on.

Sigh.... I just couldn't. Bugged me too much.

So today I worked on plan B ----------->









And plan C ---------------------->

What do you think? Better? Which design would you choose?

I'm leaning towards C, but B would be easier for beginners to make.

I find doing class samples challenging because I like to do a lot of small pieces, ink edges, layer, etc. All that is time consuming in a class. And since I precut all my supplies, to many small bits and pieces takes a lot of time to prep.

I always admire people who create those really striking, beautiful cards that are simple at the same time. I think that is challenging to do and really takes talent.

I decided to clean the craft corner today - hoping it will help get my creativity flowing.


24 comments:

KAT Paper Crafts said...

Plan C! (i'm all about circles lately!!)

Alhambra Club said...

Love Plan C, think beginners could do it.

ScrapMomOf2 said...

OK, I love the one you posted yesterday, and I love both of the ones you posted today, but if I had to pick one, I would pick C, because it's simply fabulous! WOW!

Heather Grow said...

I love them both but plan C is my favorite.

Michelle Pearson said...

Plan C is my favorite!

I hear you about it being hard to make simple cards great. It's a talent!!!

Debbie said...

They're all lovely, but C is my fav too.

Zarah said...

They're all super - but... Plan C?! HELLO?! I'm in loooooove!!!

Tania said...

I vote for plan C!

Anonymous said...

I think I prefer Plan C, even though I'm not usually a fan of the tent cards. This one rocks! Too cute. Love all the colors you are using.

Teresa said...

Looks like I am all alone, but I really like B better- and do think it might be better for a beginner class.

Tina said...

Plan C!
It´s my favorite

Anonymous said...

I love them both! Great job!

Connie said...

I also like B better. Beautiful!!!

Maria said...

Hi Cathrine, I think both look fabulous but Plan C is very pretty with the circle shape and scallop!

Great job with both of them.

Your SBS2 sis,
Maria (Stampin Inspirations)

Becky G said...

They're all great but plan C is may fave!

Anonymous said...

Totally cute ! Love all your last creations !

Danni said...

I like them both as well but C is my pick. Love the tent topper!

Catherine said...

I vote Plan C - I love the striped DP at the bottom, and the layered circles. Nice work all around!

AnnMarie said...

Hiya Cathrine! I love 'c'! Great colors and such character! The circle is a nice touch! Hope you are doing well! : )

Lori said...

I like them both, but I'd go with C--don't think it's too hard for beginners and gives them a different idea that they can try later on.

Betsy said...

i like B, am i in the minority? don't get me wrong, both are lovely but that B one gets my vote (couldn't help but notice it would be easier to prep for a class too!) good luck!

Godchick said...

I like card C! It's really great!

Stampin' Meg said...

I luffle both fluffles!

mel m. m. mccarthy said...

Stunning! I love them both, but the scallops and circles are especially lovely. Though you're right about beginners and the rectangles look fresh. GREAT design. I love the black with that dp: soooooo lovely! :0) Mel