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Tuesday 22 March 2011

Not my forte!

Well, it had to happen, I suppose! The lovely ladies at Less is More have chosen the theme of "Masculine" for Week 7. Definitely not my favourite topic! Still, it's all part of the challenge, so here goes.

I really struggle with cards for men, probably because most of the men I know don't seem to go for typical male pursuits. So it's no good making them cards with footballs on, or beer glasses, or darts. Or even cars (unless camper vans count!) Anyway, I kept this one very simple - just a torn portion of an ancient text (Make Your Mark) and a column piece (Non Sequitur), with a sentiment by Anna Griffin. I'm not sure that any gentleman of my acquaintance will be likely to receive it! But there it is.

I really am enjoying these Less is More challenges. They certainly make me think. But after several weeks now of minimalism, I'm starting to get a bit of snow-blindness with all the white space! I'm getting the urge to go a bit wild with papers and embellishments, dies and decorations, ribbons and roses, borders and bling, and to fling as much on to a card as I possibly can! So watch this space! (Just until next week's LIM challenge, of course!)
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22 comments:

  1. Susan22 March 2011 at 00:55

    Lynne, it's a perfect masculine card! The men in my life aren't into sports either, so it can be difficult.

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  2. Netty22 March 2011 at 00:58

    Hi Lynne, this is a fab card for anyone, love it. Annette x

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  3. Deborah22 March 2011 at 01:52

    Snow Blindness~!! LOL I will have to make sure that I am protected against that with plenty of color in between. :o)

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  4. Bernadet Rodakowski22 March 2011 at 04:02

    Love this card, specifically for the fact that is gender neutral, not just a "for men" card. But honestly, anyone who appreciates hand craft will love this creation. You have done such a nice job here.

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  5. ThinkInk Creative22 March 2011 at 05:58

    Love your comment about white space!

    I like your card - the stamps, the layout, the simplicity.

    Good luck with playing with all your embellishments. I, too, am enjoying the CAS style of LiM challenges.

    cheers,
    Malyn at ThinkInkCreative

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  6. Squirrel x22 March 2011 at 07:34

    Oh hun .... what can I say ....apart from.... I LOVE IT! Wow sweetie, this is amazing, just adore the torn text combined with the column - would be a great card for one of those rare men who pick up a book for pleasure. I think you have totally nailed this challenge hun! Hugs Sxx

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  7. Lisa Jane22 March 2011 at 07:46

    what an elegant card - i can think of a couple of men who would love it .. and even a little boy who is into Roman's lol
    I struggle with the white space... but am enjoying the challenges
    Lisa x

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  8. Kathyk22 March 2011 at 08:41

    It's a lovely card and a great one for a guy - classic CAS

    Kathyk

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  9. Chrissie22 March 2011 at 09:10

    This is superb, classic and understated... perfect!
    Thanks for a fabulous submission and we'll look forward to next week's clean and simple card... hoping you've had enough respite from white space in the interim!
    Chrissie
    "Less is More"

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  10. Suze Bain22 March 2011 at 10:49

    Super masculine card. Love the classical feel.

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  11. Mandi22 March 2011 at 12:11

    Hi again Lynne
    Your card is fabulous!
    You are allowed to go mad and layer your cards, we just wont look te he
    Thanks
    mandi
    "Less is More"

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  12. massofhair22 March 2011 at 15:39

    Classic and elegant, perfect for anyone to receive. Like your CAS card very much :-)

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  13. Katalytic22 March 2011 at 19:13

    I think this is a great alternative to sporty cards for men. Lovely

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  14. lisa22 March 2011 at 19:30

    You've done a gorgeous job with it, Lynne. I love the Roman feel. I know what you mean about masculine cards, though. I have the same problem about no hobbies apart from computers and you can't do cards about those really.
    Looking forward to seeing your really wild creation. You go for it.
    Hope you are able to enjoy this wonderful sunshine.
    hugs Lisax

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  15. Marlou McAlees22 March 2011 at 20:16

    amazing card!!! love it, I ticked the "I love it box" .. LOL excellent work :)

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  16. Canonbury creations22 March 2011 at 21:14

    Classic and elegant, love it!
    Val x

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  17. kingstonmama23 March 2011 at 02:21

    This is a very elegant male card. I haven't seen stamps like this.

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  18. Cali23 March 2011 at 15:49

    Very nice and elegant card. The image is original.
    http://ya-dla-joie.over-blog.com

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  19. Stella23 March 2011 at 20:44

    I think you did a terrific job with this. I love that piece of a column. It made me think of Rome; I've been there in 2008 and you can see these columns all over the city. So many gorgeous buildings...
    Oops off track; your card :)
    I know what you mean about white spaces; I don't have them on my cards and I am always in awe if I see a card that does have some white space. Less is definitely more and this is gorgeous! Love it!

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  20. Arielle H Gordon24 March 2011 at 13:12

    Lynne, I think this is a gorgeous card! I love the distrssing on the torn piece... I think it's perfect!

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  21. pinky24 March 2011 at 19:23

    Lynne its amazing, perfectly spaced and brilliant image. Can understand your snow blindness lol I need a challenge that says more is better lol.

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  22. Handmade with Love25 March 2011 at 16:47

    Love your card, I love the column stamp. Tracey x

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