This past Saturday we went apple picking with a couple of our friends. We spent hours there, this place was huge! We took a hayride to 3 different orchards. I picked all Honey Crisp since they're my favorite, though :) Then on Sunday I spent all day in the kitchen canning. I made apple salsa, apple butter, and then apple pie (not canned). I've tried it all now, and the only thing was that the salsa was not liquidy enough. Anyway, I wanted to give them a little thank you note to let them know we had a great time. I used this week's Retro Sketches sketch:
I used Paper Smooches "Autumn Grooves" to create the little tree. I used the Amuse woodgrain paper for the trunk, and in a different color for the card base. The gingham paper is from Lilly Bee Designs, and the ribbon from SU.
On another note, I'm still learning a lot about photos. Last night I think I figured out how to do the white balance, and I definitely think it made a difference. I also think I figured out how to keep the pictures larger rather than the one yesterday I was having a problem with. Hope you're having a great week so far!
Your picture looks awesome...so light and airy! And your card..WOW! That is awesome!! Love the colors you choose.
ReplyDeletePS You must definitely be a "better cooker" than me! :)
I can't imagine anything could be wrong with a name like "apple salsa" - yum! Such a fun fall card! Glad you had a great time.
ReplyDeleteWow Jessica, your card is so striking. I love apples in the fall--apple pie yummy! That stamped tree is amazing and your photo turned out fabulous!!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like it was a very fun day and canning? You are so smart! I wish I knew how to do it, and I have never tasted apple salsa, bet it is good. I love that AMuse woodgrain paper, looks so nice in red. Cute card Jessica.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun day you had. And, then so busy afterward. I remember going to upstate NY as a kid to pick apples, and then my dad would make apple pies with us afterward. So yummy. Your card is just darling, and is just perfect for your occasion.
ReplyDeleteSounds like so much fun! Your card is so cute I would not be surprised if they wanted to start selling your cards at the apple orchards. Great photo!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh all your PS cards are killing me! They are SOOOOO stinkin cute!!! :) Yup I used the golf cart for that card set. All your fab posts were the inspiration I needed. I gotta get this Autumn one you just used. LOVE IT! Honey Crisp and Pink Lady apples are a couple of my favs, but then I'm one of those wacky folks who like to eat cooking apples raw. Reminds me of sitting with my gram making applesauce as a kid. :) Sounds like you were wicked productive in the kitchen. Way to go!
ReplyDeleteYour photo looks great, Jessica! And of course it helps that the card is super adorable. :) Love the woodgrain paper used for the tree and background, and the striped bow is so cute!
ReplyDeleteHoly moly Jessica, this is amazing! First of all, your photo rocks. Bright. Colorful. Clear. Your mix of woodgrain, gingham, and stripes looks great on the card, and I love the tree. I'm jealous that you went apple picking, and I know that Dave and I will have to go soon!
ReplyDeleteSo much cool stuff going on here... love the red wood grain and the gingham - looks great together (who knew?) And that sweet bow is the perfect touch!
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning card. So beautiful design. I have worked for the Print VIP cards company and i have realize there that how much effort and concentration is needed for the best designing. Your job is so inspirational. I appreciate this.
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