Wednesday, 22 October 2008 - 6:12 AM PDT

It`s a good idea to look at such things and objects!

But isn`t it very difficult to change it into a motive for a card?

Grretings from Austria

Gabi

Wednesday, 22 October 2008 - 1:36 PM PDT

Gabi

 For turning inspiration pieces into cards I just focus on what attracted me to the piece in the first place. Sometimes it is the color combinations, sometimes the pattern. Then I draw on a lot of experimentation experience to figure out what method will come closest to making the vision come true. I rarely have exactly the right color of ink or the right floral stamp, so I change it to what I DO have. Finally, I try to bring in some of the minor elements from the inspiration piece - the trim, a stitching line, another color - to add the finishing touch.

 I just keep in mind that the inspiration piece is a way to kick-start the creative process. There's no problem if I don't do it exactly like I started out to as it is the generation of the idea not the comparison of the two that is important.

Debbie

Friday, 24 October 2008 - 12:27 PM PDT

Thank you for your answer...

You are right, nobody has exactly the same stamps for the pattern or the same ink colour. And it´s just an inspiration for the own creative work.

But: all in all you must have a special feeling to have an idea for a card only with a look at the pictures. And YOU have it! Congratulations!