I made this card for my sister for her birthday. I got the butterfly die from one of the latest Scrapbook/card making, etc. convention with was held at the Arlington convention center. As soon as I saw the die I knew I had to have it so I purchased it and couldn't wait to try it out on a card. This was one of the first square cards that I made, since I seem to be making cards that are square right now.
Using my Cuttlebug, die and some paper I managed to layout the front no problem. The butterfly is a lime green color and the background color for the wings is black. I also used a silver metallic marker/pen to enhance the intricate filigree of the butterfly. Using some simply black and white paper and then mounted another piece of hot pink to balance out the brightness of the lime green.
On the inside of the card I used a stamp that I got at the same convention I got the butterfly from and attempted, semi-successfully to make a gift card pocket holder. I had intended to put a gift card in with the card but the days got away from me and I wasn't able to get the gift card to my sister. Maybe when she comes to visit I can take her on a mini-shopping spree at the local Half-Priced Books for some books that she wouldn't mind reading. I have big plans for this stamp, but I have yet to get to them since it seems like special orders have been coming left and right. I have yet another couple that I have to make and the days are ticking on me and I'm not really sure where most of the year went for it to soon be back to school and the holiday time! Craziness I tell you, pure craziness!
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