CC Challenge #27: Make a Game Plan

This week's challenge is to show how we create using a sketch we've developed. When I purchased Damask Decor, I took the handbook to work the next day to peruse. Well, I fell in love with the card feature. I then decided I wanted to incorporate one of those cards with the hot pink cherry brad I got at the convention to make my cousin a thank-you card (she loves cherries) for inviting me to see Wicked with her. I used a post-it note from my desk to draw what I wanted to do and when I got home I went straight to my craft studio. I don't keep a sketch pad or book like most of the girls. I keep a pack of index cards in my purse and a stack of post-its on my desk. Whenever I think of an idea, I just pull out an index card (or post-it) and jot it down! It may not be the prettiest method but it's handy, cheap, and it works LOL Here is the card:

It is so much more beautiful in person. It is elegant and stunning. The color of the cherries matches the ribbon perfectly. And, they are offset by the cream and brown of the cardstock. I used AC cardstock and shimmered only the flower with Tsukineko's Shimmer Spritz. I love that you can cut the card topper and card without having to worry about sizing! When you choose a size, the Cricut cuts the matching base perfectly. WHEE! I also punched a scalloped circle to put the cherries on then decided to use my reliable Gypsy to pull up my "circles" file where I saved every size possible. I cut one circle and double mounted. I've also been trying to replicate the gorgeous bows Melanie (Courtney Lane Designs) makes. I am not even close but working towards it... LOL Oh, I added tiny gems at the corners in the same pink. The card is A2 size.