Saturday, February 25, 2012

"Sew" Rejected.....

Good morning!  I hope that you are having a great weekend.  Today is my workshop day, and tomorrow is a busy day as well.  We will go to church in the morning, and are going to the Fox Theater to see the live production of West Side Story in the afternoon.  Should be a wonderful day!

Since things have been "sew" hectic this week, I thought I'd share another publication reject with you.  This was for a "Sew" Thankful call.  Since sending it off, and having it declined, TAC (The Angel Company) went out of business, so I'm sorry to say that the stamps are no longer available, but I wanted to show the card anyway!






As you can see, this was created gatefold style.  The belly band was made so that the focal piece could be used as a magnet after opening the card.  I thought it turned out fairly cute...

Thanks so much for stopping by today.  Monday should be back to normal.  I'm looking forward to seeing your weekend creations!

Hugs and blessings, my friends...off I go - wish me luck!

Patti J.

33 comments:

Auntie Em said...

I love your sew-full card! (hehehe sorry, I couldn't resist) But seriously, I love the gatefold design you used and the little keepsake magnet idea is so sweet. A lovely card!
Thanks for sharing it and hope you are having an lovely weekend! :)

Mary Anne / MA54K said...

I think this has to be one of my very favorite cards of yours. Sorry it was rejected! Darn, it's beautiful!

Betty Benton said...

Well, I think they were "sew" silly to pass this one up!! Love thae antique sewing maching and the design of the card as well as the magnet keepsake! Great ideas!

Lorie said...

Oh, my gosh...I LOVE this! Again, what dorks for not taking it. LOL! Hope you have a great day today!

Joan Ervin said...

What a fabulous card, Patti....love the fancy fold and the little dress form on the inside...it's their loss, for sure!!!

Laurie Unger said...

Wonderful card! I have that set and I think I've only used it once. Enjoy your weekend and the show!

Netty said...

Loving your gatefold card Patti. Enjoy your weekend, the music is so fab in WS Story. x

Bonnie Weiss said...

I think it turned out quite cute too, Patti!

Pat (mspfd) said...

This beauty is a winner in my book! Beautifully executed and designed.

Chelsea said...

I love it. It's a winner in my book!

The Other Patti Sue said...

Another magnificent creation!

Judy Inukai said...

Sew neat. I don't understand why that didn't get published - what were they thinking? Their loss is our gain. I really like the bellyband/magnet idea. I always have trouble getting gatefolds to close. Have a great time at West Side Story. I haven't been to the Fox in years.

STAMPING SAM said...

How creative you are! You know me, I love anything vintage and with a 'sew' awesome theme. Sounds like retirement isn't all about retiring to a chair and relaxing - hope you have fun this week-end and take time to relax on Monday!

Donna said...

Sew beautiful, someone will be sew happy to receive this in the mail! Have a good w/e.

Dawnll said...

Sending you lots of positive thoughts that your weekend is spectacular! I know you are going to do well.
I think your sew card is pretty-not a reject, their loss...lol
Hugs my friend

Brenda said...

Patti this is fabulous!! Not a reject at all in my book. :)

Elizabeth Hart said...

I love , love this card - who was crazy enough to reject it. Whoever it was they were just not thinking clearly.

Sandy Trefger said...

Oh Wow! I love this card and the stamps! What a shame I can't buy them. Ha, ha. But so glad you have them and maybe I'll see more from them on your blog! I just love your work!

Grace said...

Ooooh this is awesome Patti! Can't believe they didn't accept it!!! You just never know! Love the fun fold and the dress form inside!!! Sounds like you have a great weekend planned! Enjoy!
hugs,
Grace

Sue from Oregon said...

I love this...the sewing theme is awesome!

Sue said...

What's wrong with those magazine people anyway.....this is beautiful. So many beautiful details....rejection is tough, but we all got to see it and admire it!
Enjoy the live performance and tell us all about it later.....

Hugs
Sue

Glenda Atkins said...

Beautiful card, sorry it was rejected!

Anonymous said...

Love your card Patti, very vintagey.
I hope you have a great sunday.
Hugs xx

Beate said...

What a great card!
Hugs and smiles

Lynnes old blog said...

Wow Patti, what a fab card and gorgeous images (I hadn't heard that TAC had gone out of business, how sad)
Hope you had a brilliant time at West Side Story!

Theresa Momber said...

It's fabulous! Love the fancy fold and great color combo. Keep submitting. I've had tons of rejects, but every now and then something gets picked up. You're awesome!

Carolyn King said...

It is a great card!! Love it! Most of the time, rejection from a publication is not because your card isnt good... Just didt fit their need! Its a great card!! Xo

Amanda Mertz said...

So cute Patti! They were silly to not publish this one! I love the soft colors and the magnet part! TFS!

Audrey Frelx said...

Can't imagine anyone rejecting this beautiful card!!! Shame on them!!! Their loss as far as I'm concerned. However, it sounds as though you still had a wonderful day and I'm happy to hear that!

Anonymous said...

I can't believe they didn't choose this, Patti! This is truly amazing! I think this is one of my all-time favorites of your cards. From the special fold to the interior decor, it's just so intricate, with so many sweet details. I really like how you used the neutral colors to give it that vintage feel, too. Absolutely amazing!

Stef H said...

i'm like the "sewing" stuff i've been seeing around - and i don't sew! this is just fabulous!

hugs :)

redwasher1 said...

Patti, your card is awesome and not a reject!!! It sounds like a wonderful day!!!

Curt in Indy said...

Sew what the hell were they thinking??? I reject them rejecting you! HA! Love the fold of this card. . .it is sew neat! The stamp images are great and you made an awesome card with them. Love all the elements, especially the inside decorating! Hugs, Curt