A Sketch and a Hop

Posted on | October 23, 2010 | 47 Comments |

Today is a special day because I get to use my blog to do something nice!

I have a thing for old people, especially little sweet old men, they make me go “awwwwww” and reminds me of my own grandpa. but in general, lot of them just brings a smile to my face. A little squeeze on my arm, a little laugh, home made cookies, whatever… old folks gives me the warm and fuzzies. I especially love loving elderly couples. Ya know, those ones who still giggle at each others’ jokes or still walk hand-in-hand or have that look for each other that’s just ever lasting. I love it because it always reminds me that true love is not just in story books and I hope that one day, 50 yrs from now, the two old folks laughing at each other (lovingly of course) would be hubby and I {::SMILES}.

Anyhow, Vera (my fellow Indonesian-American craft blog friend) is having a card drive. She wants to gather as many cards so that she can send them to elderly folks in nursing homes. Do check out her blog for details and if you participate not only will you help bring a smile to an elderly person’s face you will also be eligible to win some yummy goodies!

Card details:

I used the brand new Waltzingmouse sketch for this card. If you need inspiration for the card drive, do stop by and check this lovely sketch out. It’s awesome because it’s so versatile and the other DTs have some fabby cards to show you!!

I did some stamping, Waltzingmouse Musical Backgrounds and Victorian Frippery, AND also used some hybrid goodies, Fall Frolic, by Zoe Pearns. I added some stitching too to match up with the cloud and owls.

Don’t you just love the owls? Underneath the big one I added a little bit of leftover paper which coincidently fit the color scheme. Leftovers are a good things, I keep whatever I can.

Now, if you didn’t come from Sarah’s blog, there’s a blog hop going on to support Vera in her card drive. If you’re already hopping you’d have came her from Sarah Martina Parker’s blog. If that is the case, let me send you off to Tiffany’s blog for more eye candy!!

Have a great Saturday everybody!!!!

Comments

Tiffany Johnson posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 3:35 pm.
This is so pretty and delicate! All your layers are perfectly put together :) You always rock!
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Vera Wirianta Yates posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 3:50 pm.
Your words explain my feeling perfectly about the old folks. I might have to quote you! Seeing old folks that still giggle with each other is one of the sweetest thing. And I love, love your card! So pretty. Thank you so much for all your support for Caring Hearts Card Drive. Hugs. :)
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Erin R posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 4:59 pm.
I’m really loving this card… it is so intricate and the colors and layering are perfect. I keep meaning to break out my sewing machine but haven’t done so yet… You have really inspired me to try out this much overlooked piece of equipment. Thanks!
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Wendy posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 5:12 pm.
Hi Savitri
Oh my, such a gorgeous card! I love love LOVE the owls and the color combo xx
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Michele Gross posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 5:16 pm.
Wowzers! This is so adorable! I love all the work you put into this!
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kryssi posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 5:34 pm.
this is beautiful!
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Deirdre posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 5:46 pm.
Amazing creation – love it.
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Cassie K posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 5:50 pm.
beautiful card and I just adore how you used non-traditional fall colors
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Giovana posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 6:22 pm.
Beautful card Savitri!! Those owls are adorable :)
Hope you can visit my blog and join my Card Drive for Logan and Bekah.

God bless.
Giovana
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Shirley posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 7:14 pm.
Oh I do love your image its so cute and the papers are gorgeous. With love and hugs Shirleyxxx
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Marie / Legojenta posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 7:23 pm.
Such a wonderful artistic creation =)
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Leesa Berry posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 8:10 pm.
Love these cute owls, especially the sketch and colors! Fabulous card!
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Belinda Chang Langner posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 8:14 pm.
I love the take on the sketch — that you made it wider and a tag! :) And love the fun colors! Absolutely gorgeous!
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Jinny Newlin posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 8:31 pm.
LOVE your unusual, fall, color combo, Savitri! Simply gorgeous! And those little owls are soooo sweet!
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Lin posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 8:38 pm.
Oh my, this is really special – love all the stitching!! And your little description of “old folks” was so endearing :) I have 90 and 87 year-old parents, and you are so right!
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Sharon D. from Canada posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 8:41 pm.
Sweet card! I love the cute owls and the soft colours you chose!
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scrappy jackie posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 8:47 pm.
I am a new follower. I am so in love with these little owls. They are too cute! I love the stitching on them and your selection of paper. Thank you for sharing!
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Kathy Wade posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 9:02 pm.
Such a beautiful card!
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Anna K. posted the following on October 23, 2010 at 11:37 pm.
This is so unique and SO adorable!
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Ruby 2 Shoes posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 12:14 am.
Aw, how cute are they?! Love it!
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1. Pam posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 2:07 am.
  Wow! This is amazing! So adorable.
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Corry posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 1:13 am.
Very woo-ful card! love the owls and sketch is fab.
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Kelly posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 2:52 am.
Oh my! That is seriously cute. The colors are just gorgeous!
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donna mikasa posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 3:18 am.
Love your delightful hybrid card!
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Christiana posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 4:32 am.
Oh wow, this is so sweet and adorable! Love the owls!
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amy posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 4:44 am.
Love this!!!! Gotta love those owlies!!!!
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Winter posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 6:36 am.
Oh I LOVE it so much! The colors are perfect! :)
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Lorraine A posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 11:28 am.
aww ,, this is just sooo cute !! I love these owls ,, soo cute and the colours and layout are fab :-)

luv
Lols x x x
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Annie posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 12:58 pm.
This is just gorgeous.. love teh sweetness of it. Love the owlies, and the branch and all the little details that complete the gorgeous look.. stamping, embossing, sewing.. awesome :)
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Kathy Martin posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 2:40 pm.
I adore this card! :)
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Mary H posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 4:58 pm.
This is truly a beautiful card. I just love the color combination and of course those cute owls…Awww love it!!
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Trinh posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 7:01 pm.
This is so pretty! Love the soft colors & stitching.
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DeniseB posted the following on October 24, 2010 at 8:46 pm.
Darling owls! Love the card… sweet!
DeniseB
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Viola Mahr posted the following on October 25, 2010 at 1:36 am.
That is a beautiful, wonderful, shabby card, Mona! It is so fun to find your blog! I always love fellow-shabby-girls! Thank you for inspiring with your lovely creations.

Shabby Hugs,
Viola
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Viola Mahr posted the following on October 25, 2010 at 1:38 am.
I am so sorry! You are Savitri and not Mona! ;) I guess I should visit one blog rather than two at a time….. but I WAS referring to your blog as lovely and beautiful, Savitri! :) I will be back to visit you.

Viola
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Ren-Yi posted the following on October 25, 2010 at 3:44 am.
oh this is just delicious – everything from the lil clouds, to the fun owls, to the tag, to the stitching. i’m so glad that you are doing this too – great cause right? i secretly smile at old couples too when i see them in the mall, or parks – especially old asian couple. “i want THAT when i’m old!” is what tell myself.
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Clouds posted the following on October 25, 2010 at 7:06 am.
amazing card Savitri! the owls are darling and the card overall is perfect! :) lovely! will try to make a card for Vera’s card drive, sounds like a great cause!

Hugs,
C :)
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Kathlee posted the following on October 25, 2010 at 2:10 pm.
I love the pastels for the holidays. Very different,love it! TFS
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Kelly Latevola posted the following on October 25, 2010 at 2:41 pm.
Wow you put so much work into this card and it was so worth it! Beautiful! I adore all the sewing details!
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{vicki} posted the following on October 25, 2010 at 6:27 pm.
love the little owls
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Smitha posted the following on October 25, 2010 at 6:37 pm.
Wow!!! Such a great card!! The details are amazing!!! :D
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Alice W. posted the following on October 26, 2010 at 12:02 am.
awww… you are a genius with sketches, Savitri! those owls are too cute, have to check out that kit. gorgeous card, girl! love love love it!
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Lenet posted the following on October 26, 2010 at 9:36 am.
Beautiful card! love the cute owls!
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NanaBeth posted the following on October 26, 2010 at 2:56 pm.
This literally took my breath away-incredible. Thank for sharing such beauty with our senior citizens.
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Julia Aston posted the following on October 26, 2010 at 6:43 pm.
Love the stitching on the owls Savitri! wonderful soft colors on this!
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Mandy posted the following on October 26, 2010 at 11:14 pm.
Beautiful card, so delicate and pretty, I love your explaination of why you love old people too
hugs Mandy xx
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Lisa Petrella posted the following on October 27, 2010 at 3:09 am.
Super sweet card! I love all of the stitching and the soft color palette!
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