Look at this sweet face!
This antique baby portrait was in such good condition. And I have a friend expecting a baby girl this month so… I brought her home with me.
The Antique Mall is becoming one of my favorite places these days.
I layered the portrait with some pink stained cheese-cloth, decorative paper, and a sturdy piece of cardboard.
And special cards deserve special embellishments.
This strand of pearly beads belonged to my great-grandmother. One of the beads was perfect for the flower center.
The “It’s a Girl” stamp’s from Stampin’ Up.
I try to leave original trademarks and embossed designs visible.
Just like the other baby portrait card I made, I included a note, written on vintage paper.
I pick up these old writing tablets at the Antique Mall when I see them,too. Over the years the papers turn such pretty shades of creamy yellow and gold.
One woman’s trash is another woman’s treasure I suppose.
As a final touch, I wrapped a flesh-colored hair-net around the entire card. It added soft colored texture and femininity. It reminded me of canopy netting they might have used to drape over a baby’s bassinet long ago.
Have a lovely weekend!
You have brought handmade cards to a whole new level. Your friend will
be blessed to receive this treasure. Thanks for sharing this resource!
What a treasure this will be for your friend. How beautiful.
Scarlett that beautiful little baby girl is just precious!! I absolutely love everything you did with this photo. Really great ideal to recycle in such a wonderful way, your friend will enjoy this immensely!! Love you sweetheart, Aunt Mel.
These are so lovely. Wanted to drop by and thank you for your visit to my blog. So glad the bagpipes eased some of your pain. Music continues to do so for me.
Karen
This is lovely and funny the day I had my girl, 15yrs ago! I love the vintage details and the sentiment of embellishing with unique, thoughtful finds.
Lovely heirloom now in a treasured remainder of a glorious day~
Hope life is good for you n’ yours~
Wow, my oldest daughter is 15 as well!
Hope she had an awesome birthday, and as always, thanks for your
kind words.
~Scarlett
Really, how neat is that…mine, is my youngest child! How fun~ I hope your daughter had a wonderful, special day~ I have something for you on my blog! I look forward to you being part of the A-Z challenge!!!