Flowering Gate
What say summer to you? Is it water? Sunny days? A flowering gate? Freedom? Extra time to relax and enjoy nature?
This card screams summer to me. From the bright flowers, to the bright flowered tote bag, to the water bottle going along for a ride, it all reminds me of a relaxing summer day.
I know it is summer when a nice, hot windy summer day has arrived. When I can spend the day in the sun but should definitely have sunscreen on and a bottle of water with me.
And of course, it wouldn’t be a good summer day without something to read. This bag includes a newspaper. My bag would include a book. How about yours?
Card Details
Want to add a special message to your card? I’d like to turn your crafting stress into success. Add a pocket (secret or not). This tote bag is open at the top, so you can slip messages, gift cards, cash, etc. as a special treat for your recipient.
This card was inspired by the colors of the As You See It Challenge #351. Those are perfect summer colors and perfect for tropical summer flowers as well as a fun summer floral tote.
#tigfc531 inspired the fence used as a focal point and also the flowers on the fence.
Need creative inspiration? Check out some of the card challenges. Also, just stop and look around you. Anything can be an inspiration. To be inspired by summer, take a step out your front door and let the world outside be your inspiration.
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So cute, Angel – I so love this bundle! Adorable in the tropical print – what a perfect way to use our colors! Thanks so much for playing at As You See It!
Thanks Heather. This is a fun bundle to play with and perfect for a summer card.
The beach scene works in well with the hot summery colours.The little touches of texture like the fence palings and the embossed bottle are super little extra touches. Thanks for sharing with us at As You See It.
Thanks Jan. I thought the beach was a great fit for the bright summer colors.
This is such a fun bundle, and as you said, a fun way to leave a secret (or not) message in the tote! Great way to use our bright bold colors this week at As You See It! Happy you played along!
I had a great time playing with this bundle. And it’s perfect for bright summer colors
Love this Angel! Your tropical tote has great beach vibes – and yes mine would definitely have a book in too! Thanks for playing along with us at As You See It!
Thanks Joanne! What kind of book would your have in it?
I’ve got a beach bag in fun, bold colours, that sits on the shelf, all packed with towels, bathing suits and sunscreen, all the things, ready to grab and go when the sun gets hot. Your card reminds me of it so much! I love the idea of a secret note in the pocket, too! Thanks for using our palette at As You See It Challenges!
I love that you have your beach bag all ready to go when the mood strikes
How cute is that little bag! The perfect color combo for a cute tropical beach bag. Thank you for the inspiration! Cheers, Kim
Thanks Kim! I think if I see a bag in that color in a store, I’m going to need to have it.