Feather Light...
Lots of ideas come to me when I'm stuffing my face, oddly enough... no clue why... *snort* Anyhoo, that's when this one came to me. The mind is a very curious thing... Go figure!
Musings: I'm fascinated by the feathers trend... not sure if it's cuz I like birds, and puttin' birds on things... not an altogether impossible theory... LOL!
The feather made me think of quill pens, and pretty hand-lettering, and some kind of "heavenly", or angelic aura... And by golly the idea that popped into my head is exactly what you see here.
Cool!
And... abnormal. Hah! I don't normally work with pastel colors; typically my eye seeks out bold, bright hues... and my hands always reach for the same in the ink pad drawer, LOL!
I was also playing with my Mister Hueys mists... they are unpredictable--which sometimes drives me batty, but I love the look and, well, they're fun. Spray bottles are fun! And... a little messy... Aaaaah, but that's what gloves and full body aprons are for, eh?! *chuckle*
BTW, speaking of gloves... I have a video tutorial over in the CLASSroom, which you can see HERE.
And, Clean & Simple 2 just started today and I love what my co-teachers and our guest designers have shown--if you haven't signed up yet, it's not too late to join the fun!
Hope your Mundane was awesome!
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The solid heart image used in the above design is one of my favorites, by Alesa Baker for Impression Obsession
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Julie!! It's been about forever and I was so thrilled to stumble upon your birthday blog hop today! I've always loved your creative style and you definitely still got it! Hope you are celebrating today with all the people you love the most and that they spoil you rotten!
Hugs, Suzanne
Pennywise Arts (You remember me, right?) Ü
Posted by: Suzanne Glazier | January 31, 2013 at 10:30 AM
Happy Birthday, Beautiful One. You are a ray of sunshine with a rubber stamp in tow :) May you be blessed beyond measure this year- if you receive back just a spot of the joy that you spread to others, you will overflowing, dear lady...
Posted by: Julia | January 31, 2013 at 04:01 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JULIE!!! Enjoy your day with your family and friends and lots of nice surprises!! You deserve the best!Hugs xx
Posted by: Sonia | January 31, 2013 at 03:59 AM
Happy birthday Julie. I just celebrated one as well.
I enjoyed your post. You are funny, I can see why so many folks like you. I will be back as I also love your projects.
Blessings,Phillane
Posted by: Phillane | January 31, 2013 at 01:07 AM
Happy, happy birthday to a happy, happy lady!
Posted by: Kris in Alaska | January 30, 2013 at 10:53 PM
Happy Birthday Julie! I don't believe that you're 50! it just goes to show that age is just a number :)
Posted by: Pai | January 30, 2013 at 07:12 PM
Warm wishes for s fabulous Birthday! ♥ enjoy it
Posted by: lisa Haines | January 30, 2013 at 07:11 PM
Great card, once again. BTW, birthday blessings.
Posted by: Laurie | January 30, 2013 at 03:01 PM
Just popping in to wish you a Happy Birthday!!!
Posted by: Lynn Le5 | January 30, 2013 at 11:33 AM
Happy Birthday, Julie. I visit you website often and just love your style. The older you get the lighter you feel!!! Love the feathers
Posted by: Barb | January 30, 2013 at 11:07 AM
Julie wishing you an AMAZINGLY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! I hope it's filled with all of the FUN and Happiness that you give to us!! THANKS again for all you share and have a FABULOUS BIRTHDAY WEEK!! ;)
Posted by: Larissa Heskett :) | January 30, 2013 at 10:50 AM
Happy Birthday Julie! Hope you have a fabulous day and a fabulous 50th year! You look amazing and I so enjoy your bubbly, happy personality in your videos. :)
Posted by: Mendi Yoshikawa | January 30, 2013 at 09:59 AM
I saw it was your birthday and I just wanted to wish you a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY. I love your designs, your tutorials and your videos. Best wishes!!!
eva
Posted by: eva | January 30, 2013 at 09:57 AM
Just saw on Jennifer's blog it's your birthday today. HAPPY BIRTHDAY and many BLESSINGS to you!!!!!
Posted by: Dorothy C. | January 30, 2013 at 09:51 AM
Julie...Happy Birthday!!!
I just wanted to say I think you are marvelous!
I "met" you over at SCS a while back. I pm'd you a question and you were so nice and personable. Ever since then I became a huge fan. I rarely leave comments on your blog but I love your work! But what I love most is your remarkable personality.
Thank you for sharing your talent.
Hugs from South Dakota!
Posted by: Cathy M. | January 30, 2013 at 08:30 AM
Happy Birthday to you! enjoy your cards!
stamping sue
http://stampingsueinconnecticut.blogspot.com/
Posted by: stamping sue | January 30, 2013 at 08:17 AM
What a beautiful card!! Love everything about it!
Posted by: Rachel T. | January 30, 2013 at 07:56 AM
OMGosh, I just spotted your new photo here...You really do look great, Julie! I hope you have a great birthday!!!
Posted by: Barb Ghigliotty | January 30, 2013 at 07:49 AM
Hi Julie,
Firstly, I want to say "HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU"!!!!!!! I know it's no fun to celebrate the big 5-0, but I saw a few pics of you from CHA, and you look absolutely marvelous! Just remember, it's only a number (that's what I keep telling myself...I will turn 60 this year!)
I also wanted to tell you how much I LOVE your card! The pastel color palette is stunning! I can't help but wonder what you were eating that made you think of something so lovely :-)
Thanks so much for the link...I'm off to check it out, then on to my homework for CAS-2...so much fun!!!
Posted by: Barb Ghigliotty | January 30, 2013 at 07:47 AM
Most importantly - HAPPIEST OF BIRTHDAY WISHES :)
Love the dreamy, ethereal sense this card has - stunning!
Have a fabulous day!
Posted by: Janet | January 30, 2013 at 06:49 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!! And happy all of us for having you in our lives! Thanks so much for bringing us joy, laughter, and great, GREAT art including this beautiful card!!! I just know you will be celebrating for the rest of the year!!!
Posted by: Willow | January 30, 2013 at 06:16 AM
Love this card, Julie! I think I might invest in that full-body apron and gloves if I decide to "mist" again!
Posted by: Michelle W | January 30, 2013 at 04:05 AM
CAS class is so much fun Julie. Always love your videos. Got to know its your special Birthday today!!!so Happy Birthday!!!!
Posted by: Isha | January 30, 2013 at 03:52 AM
Hi Julie, happy birthday! Wishing you all the best. Thank you for all the inspiration, you are one of my favourite crafters and your videos always make me smile. Hope you have a fantastic day!
Posted by: Mags | January 30, 2013 at 02:51 AM
Just seen from your blog hop that it's your birthday today - so HAPPY BIRTHDAY - hope you ahve a lovely day :-)
Posted by: Craftilicious | January 30, 2013 at 02:19 AM
Happy birthday, Julie! Have a great day, thanks for all the inspiration and happy video's you give me!
Posted by: Monique | January 30, 2013 at 02:07 AM
Julie, you are the master, I love the haphazardness of sprays but not the blobs. LOL I also love they way you have tamed them down. Love your craftsmanship and the way you are able to convey it making it easy for us. Thanks so much for your sharing!
Posted by: Joan Stockton | January 29, 2013 at 04:44 PM
Gorgeous misting, gorgeous card!
Posted by: Tiffany Johnson | January 29, 2013 at 03:06 PM
I love this card! I wasn't going to hop on the feather band wagon but after seeing this card I might try it.
Posted by: Dorothy C. | January 29, 2013 at 01:48 PM
So soft and pretty!! ♥
Posted by: Rose Ann | January 29, 2013 at 01:47 PM
Gorgeous love the softness of it!
Posted by: Holly Saveur | January 29, 2013 at 01:26 PM
Um, this card is AMAZE!!!!!! You are rocking the mists. Every time I use them they look....not good LOL. Great as usual! :-)
Posted by: Jess | January 29, 2013 at 01:13 PM
Super sweet card! Love the soft colors! And love the delicata gold ink! Wish I could find it.
Posted by: Leni | January 29, 2013 at 01:02 PM
loving your card Julie :) and loved today's class , can't wait to get started on some cards, learning great tips and ideas from all you talented ladies :)
Posted by: Marlou McAlees | January 29, 2013 at 11:50 AM
beautiful. the feathers seem to be floating.
Posted by: Marian | January 29, 2013 at 11:18 AM
LOVE this Card...Pastels are just perfect for this! xo I'm Loving the Class and your Videos Julie!
Posted by: kelly Booth | January 29, 2013 at 08:58 AM
Oh boy is this lovely. What fun. Glad to know I'm not the only one who hates messies.
Posted by: conil | January 29, 2013 at 08:24 AM
So pretty. I love how the sprays turned out. I too find them very unpredictable and frustrating, but I keep trying to work with them.
Posted by: Diane M | January 29, 2013 at 05:45 AM
Oh my, Julie, this is amazing! Ethereal! Somehow you made a card that reflects that delicious nanosecond between being awake and being asleep :)
Posted by: Lorena | January 29, 2013 at 04:02 AM
Really stunning! I can never achieve such a soft look with those sprays, but yours is gorgeous!
Posted by: Rachel Izakowicz | January 29, 2013 at 12:28 AM
so gorgeous. Pinned on my cards board.
Posted by: katie B | January 28, 2013 at 11:46 PM
I don't think I could love this card any harder. Man, do I love spray ink!
Posted by: Amanda H | January 28, 2013 at 11:09 PM
Wow! FAB card!!
Gorgeous design!!
Looking forward to your videos and cards on Online Card Class: Clean & Simple 2!!!
Posted by: Lenny | January 28, 2013 at 10:30 PM
I agree with Barb - my "Mundane" was awesome! I watched 3 videos featuring (drum roll...) you! ...and I loved 'em all.
Posted by: Carol MJS | January 28, 2013 at 10:06 PM
... and I hear your laughter! Love your videos - bring a smile to my face! HEE
Posted by: janet aka swanlady21 | January 28, 2013 at 10:04 PM
A real soft beauty - showing us that CAS doesn't have to be bright and bold!
Posted by: janet aka swanlady21 | January 28, 2013 at 10:02 PM
My Monday was better than normal because of class today - loved it! Love this pretty card too! It was fun to read how it all came together (how your mind works.) After watching your videos for awhile now, I can actually "hear" you talking while I read your posts - so fun! :)
Posted by: Barb | January 28, 2013 at 09:02 PM