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Atlantic Hearts Sketch #663 - Card 2

 Hello! 

I created a second card for the Atlantic Hearts sketch #663. If you would like to play along, (Click Here) 

As I was looking through stamps for ideas, I went through several Unity Kit of the Month sets given from my Mom.  Both this sunflower and the sentiment came from the March 2022 (Never Lose Hope) (Shop Here)

 


I really liked the size of this sunflower and was envisioning it in the right corner to go along with the sketch.  To do this, I decided to stamp in Early Espresso Ink (SU) on a soft yellow cardstock, and then colored with markers. 

I found two left over scraps that worked nicely together, and added them in place.  The sentiment was stamped in Early Espresso Ink (SU), and layered in the center.  


I thought the sentiment would work nicely for a future graduation coming up this spring.  It’s always nice to have cards ready for any occasion!  

Have a great week! - Valerie Kaye

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  1. Jennifer KellyJanuary 7, 2026 at 8:10 AM

    Beautiful job. Love the sunflower! Thanks for playing along with us at AHSC this week. Jennifer DT

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  2. Leilani McGranahanJanuary 9, 2026 at 7:14 AM

    Pretty card. Beautiful sentiment. Thanks for playing with the AHSC

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  3. Alyson MayoJanuary 9, 2026 at 10:40 AM

    So very pretty and I love that sentiment! Thanks for sharing with us at Atlantic Hearts :)

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  4. Jolanda JohnstoneJanuary 11, 2026 at 2:45 PM

    A great combination of elements, Valarie! Color combo works really nicely. So glad you shared your card with us at AHSC this week. Cheers, Jolanda - DT

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  5. MichelleJanuary 12, 2026 at 12:16 PM

    Your card is wonderful. I love your colors and images. Great use of our sketch! Thanks for sharing at Atlantic Hearts.

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