Grey is the New Black...

Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Every now and again I 'down tools' on my DT work and do a little project just for fun... just for me! And as soon as I spied the Moxie Fab January/February challenge 'Grey is the New Black' I knew I had to take part. How could I not... just look at that gorgeous grey ruffled dress card on the front of the Paper Crafts magazine!


Grey is one of those colours that doesn't find its way into paper crafting as often as the more popular colours, however when it does it creates such a statement, especially when teamed with another colour. I've always had a soft spot for combining grey and baby pink so figured I'd run with it and create a simple and fun card using this duo of unlikely colours. Here's the result...

I've used my punched flower technique again, love the way this looks on projects but just wished it didn't take so long to do. The sentiment is a rub-on from American Crafts and the pink shear ribbon from Pebbles Inc.

From farm to you...

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31 comments:

  1. Carol W.January 11, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    elegant and beautiful! TFS!

    Carol
    http://caroleesscrappinspot.blogspot.com

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  2. MargJanuary 11, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Gorgeous as always Melinda...Love the colour combo.xxxx

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  3. Lucianna DilsaverJanuary 11, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    This turned out FAB-U-LOUS!! Great card and thanks for sharing :)

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  4. Year 2January 11, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    This looks gorgeous! I will definitely be copying this idea! Thanks heaps :-)

    http://misspinkcricut.blogspot.com

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  5. SophiaJanuary 11, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    I love that Melinda, super cute, please let me know what punch you use for those flowers...♥

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  6. LisiBJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:23 AM

    This card is amazing! I love the clean and calm look of it

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  7. KimJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:37 AM

    One word STUNNING!!!!!!!!!!!!1

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  8. DebiJJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:17 AM

    Wonderful colours Melinda...a splendid card...how lovely to receive!

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  9. nancyJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    This technique may be time consuming, but it is time well spent. Your card is a visual delight and a wonderful use of the color gray.

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  10. Karin ÅkesdotterJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    WOW Melinda! This is so cool! Absolutely LOVE it!

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  11. GlynisJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    So pretty Melinda!! Love that technique :O)

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  12. LizJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    It's so simple and sophisticated at the same time. Really love this Melinda!

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  13. LydiaJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:27 AM

    So beautiful, I love using grey, it is my other go to neutral. I love how you did this one with the gradient of color. Beautiful.

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  14. Katie Ann BrooksJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    OMG, how fun is this! I love how the tone gets lighter as you go. Wonderful job Melinda!

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  15. Cook Scrap CraftJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    That is SO cute! I love it!

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  16. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    WOW! Love this!!!!! What an adorable inspiring cute card!!!

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  17. Auntie EmJanuary 14, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    This isn't just a greeting card. It feels like art. Love it!
    Thanks for sharing! :o)

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  18. Nikki xxJanuary 15, 2011 at 1:15 AM

    Sooooooo very beautiful Melinda! Just stunning :):):) Thanks so much for the gorgeous comment on my blog too..it made me smile :) xx

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  19. RaeJanuary 15, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Love, love, love this card! I think you hit the trigger!

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  20. MarelizeJanuary 16, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    Wow!! You always amaze me with your attention to detail Melinda! Stunning card!! :)

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  21. UnknownJanuary 17, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    It's beautiful girl!!

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  22. KimJanuary 18, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    This is so Pretty! Love it:)
    ~Kim

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  23. SuzanneJanuary 19, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Gorgeous card, Melinda!!!

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  24. WordbirdJanuary 19, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    Melina...wow...I have to say this is one of the prettiest cards I have seen! I love the clean, serene tone of this card and totally love your punched flowers! Beautiful!

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  25. Paper Crafts & Scrapbooking EditorJanuary 23, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Hey Melinda! Thanks for entering the Gray is the New Black challenge in the Moxie Fab World! I'm so glad you joined in on all the fun! :)

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  26. Jen W.January 26, 2011 at 4:58 AM

    This is stunning! Congrats on your Moxie Fab win - it is well deserved! :)

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  27. Om ossJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    wonderful card Melinda, you really got me inspired, I just have to do a card like this.
    Thank you so muck for the inspiration=)

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  28. Sue McRaeJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Fabulous design!

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  29. SusanJanuary 26, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Congratulations on your Moxie win...this is such great texture and the subtle hues of grey, simply fab!

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  30. IvankaJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    WOW! Your card is just stunning. All those beautiful flowers, so perfectly designed. I just love this. Congratulations on your Moxie Fab win.

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  31. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    I'm a bit belated - but congrats on your Moxie Fab. What a beautiful card you created!!

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