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Breezy Beach Scene

At Splitcoast Stampers, the Inspiration Challenge is a fun Pinterest Board all about placemats and tablescapes.  Here is the picture I chose:


I just love the breezy drapes, the starfish, and the name of the blog it comes from (between naps on the porch).  I totally recommend checking out the blog, http://betweennapsontheporch.net/, Susan does the most amazing things with tables and hosts a tablescape challenge every Thursday.  One day,,,,,


I sponged my scene and stamped the DRS Designs Splatter Background on the sand to make it more realistic.  I used some cheesecloth for my breezy drapery and used the starfish from the 4-in-1 seashells stamp as my tieback.  I had to cover a little blue smudge so I stamped the Small Line Happy Birthday and punched it out. 

I have been making a lot of beach cards lately - must be time to actually go the beach!

Hugz

Comments

  1. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)June 27, 2015 at 4:03 PM

    Nancy, What a beautiful card! So creative with the little curtain rod and breezy draperies...just LOVE it! I wish I could climb right through it onto that beautiful beach I see just beyond the window! :)

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  2. cotnobJune 28, 2015 at 4:51 AM

    Wow! This is brilliant Nancy, you have created a wonderful beach scene and your little curtain and curtain rail are perfect - I absolutely love this card.
    Pauline
    x

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  3. MarisaJune 28, 2015 at 8:35 AM

    I want to go there LOL! Fabulous scene and love the gauze curtain as it gives such an airy feel - can almost feel the breeze on my face :)

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  4. jimlynnJune 28, 2015 at 12:49 PM

    I could sit and stare out that window all day long! Gorgeous card Nancy! I love the cheesecloth curtain. I can almost see it blowing in the breeze.
    Lynn

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  5. Carol LJune 28, 2015 at 1:49 PM

    What a fantastic inspiration piece and resulting card! I can feel the ocean breeze blowing through your little window as I sit at that beautifully set table and wait for someone to pour me a tall one and feed my face! SLAP! Oops!, thanks for waking me up - I almost drifted off for a minute :) Seriously, this is one awesome little card! You took the challenge well and really put me into a seaside mood at the same time :)

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  6. TammyJune 28, 2015 at 3:03 PM

    Love the draped window looking out to the sea! Marvelous card!

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  7. MonicaJune 28, 2015 at 9:10 PM

    Awe, look at that drape flowing away and the scene. JUST SO PRETTY.

    You are an amazing crafter,
    M

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  8. DarnellJune 29, 2015 at 12:52 PM

    Oh, Nancy, my goodness, you are rocking the scene cards out of the park with these last two! It really is spectacular art worthy of framing!! Enjoy your day!! Hugs, Darnell

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  9. *Vicki*June 29, 2015 at 2:52 PM

    This is SUCH a cool design Nancy! Love the pretty colors through your window design!! Fabulous curtain details too!! You did a wonderful job with the inspiration!! Thanks for sharing your inspiration with us! :) HUGS

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  10. UnknownJune 30, 2015 at 9:15 PM

    love the view and the netted curtain!!

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  11. Anne TempleJuly 1, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    Wow! Love this!! Who wouldn't want that view out their window!

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  12. MandiJuly 1, 2015 at 5:35 PM

    I LOVE your card!!! Thanks for the comment on my jar :)

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  13. JD/ JillJuly 8, 2015 at 5:49 PM

    Very pretty! Great job on the inspiration piece!

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