You might remember that I make the birthday cards for the ladies of my WI - something I really enjoy doing. For this years "theme", I thought that I would make each months different, seasonal, and with flowers from my garden where possible. So for January I picked Helebore's - out earlier this year I think....
Christmas Box - my favourite thing in the garden at this time of year - the blossoms are so fragrant and the berry's so dark purple.....
I arranged them in an old ink bottle on my kitchen window ledge and photographed them......
and then embellished the image with vintage buttons, beads, glitter and ribbons.
lovely card Diane Happy New Year
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely lovely!
ReplyDeleteLiz @ Shortbread & Ginger
So simple, so effective! They're lovely!
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Gorgeous ! you are clever x
ReplyDeleteLovely! What a great idea:)x
ReplyDeleteWonderful, I love helebores. Happy New Year, and all the very best for 2012.
ReplyDeleteHow lovely I bet they love getting them I know I would.
ReplyDeleteThat's really beautiful Diane, I envy the lucky recipient and look forward to seeing more of your seasonal cards. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteThese will be warmly received by the WI ladies I'm sure.
ReplyDeleteNow, I have an 'original' Christmas card too!
Happy New Year!
Hugs,
Sandie xx
I love helebores too. Wishing you a Belated Happy Anniversary and a happy and healthy New Year. xx
ReplyDeleteP.S. I agree that a carousel should be compulsory in every town centre.
Thats gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteA very pretty card Diane, well done.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty. What a great idea to make them suit each month.
ReplyDeleteLisa x
Somebody will be delighted to receive that - how beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLuvverly ... perhaps you can use your new tags on the front of cards you clever girl x
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photography and cards.x
ReplyDeleteYour card looks amazing. Happy New Year x
ReplyDeleteYou are very creative Diane! I am sure that they are greatfully received. Thanks for popping over to my blog and do come again (tea in the pot and a plate of cakes too)!!!x
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Diane.
ReplyDeleteThanks for looking in.
Claire.
The card is lovely by the way.
Happy New Year Diane!
ReplyDeleteLove the card, so pretty. I see you and I share a special date- 28th December. Happy Anniversary! It was my birthday.
Have a great year.
Lovely card Diane, winter flowers are my favourites, just so welcome on dark and cold days. Snowdrops are on their way up and some hellebores have buds.
ReplyDeleteCarol xx