I always enjoy looking at your cards. You have mastered the "copic" technique, use wonderful color combinations, and always pull off a new twist on a card sketch. I hope you believe in the old motto "imitation is the best form of flattery". I certainly try to use your cards for inspiration.
Pat - Jacksonville, Florida
If I weren't a demonstrator already I'd sure be eager to become one straight away on your team! (Those who aren't demos, and are reading this..don't you LOVE his enthusiasm??) Mike, I find your joy of creating so inspiring, and your detailed explanations of how to recreate what you did, or even how to use a tool absolutely wonderful. Your blog is always a treat to visit!! : )
Stampin' Hugs!
Barb -
"Thanks for checking with me about the stamp set. I really meant to let you know that I had received it and to thank you for the enclosed note. That was most thoughtful of you. The set arrived in great shape and it was just as cute as I had hoped it would be. I could not believe how very clean the wood was...I don't think you ever used it! I have 7 grandchildren and the youngest are 3, 3 1/2, and 4 and this set will be perfect for class favors for them for at least 3-4 more years. Thank you very much for excellent service. Blessings to you and yours."
Karen - Tyler TX
"I'm a new follower of your blog. LOVE IT! I just wanted to let you know that I think your blog is wonderful and your cards are fabulous. Thanks for sharing!" Theresa, Iva, SC
"I just came across your blog and I have to say - you are very talented Mike. I love your work and look forward to popping by on a regular basis to see what you are up to. Kudos to you. It's nice to see male demonstrators." Margaret - Fergus, Ontario, Canada
"Beautiful project and excellent directions. Thanks for thinking out of the "box" LOL. I like how you used the open portion of the Trio Flower Punch on your Dusty Durango layer." Mary Fish - Tuscon, AZ
"I really enjoy how your brain works. So glad I've found your site to visit and get inspiration. Oh MY Goodness!!! Thanks a bunch!" Jan - Colorado Springs, Co
"I have to say your the first gent. demonstrator that I've come across, and I'm soooooo happy! I value my husbands eye when it comes to my crafts! I think you men have such an amazing talent. Your work is wonderful. I'll be adding you to my list of fav. blogs." Tracie - Pittsburgh, PA
"Thanks so much for the VERY WONDERFUL solution!! I found you thru an e-mail to the LNS group and I MUST say it is GREAT to see a man stamping!!!!" Kim
"You are so talented! How many times have I said that? I am just at a loss for words whenever I see one of your creations. By the way, I am subscribing to your blog. I thought that I was, but I wasn't!" Anne
"I always love seeing your designs Mike. You are very creative!" Sharon
"Mike, I just started following your blog and I'm amazed how good you are...I ADORE your style...you are WONDERFUL! Thanks for the opportunity to be better at what we do by following you!" Madeline - Fort Mitchell, Alabama
"It has been such a pleasure to have you as a teacher and a friend this past year. It's incredible how the direction of our lives can change with the meeting of someone. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You have given me something to look forward to."
Jill - Palm Springs, CA
"I have ALWAYS admired your work, your professionalism and your expertise."
Kathy - Roselle, NJ
”As always, thanks so much for always answering my questions... and going the extra mile to find things like this even when they are not obvious. I appreciate all the help you give!“
Diane - Colorado Springs CO
“I want to say thank you for your close attention to my order and your taking the time to e-mail me about it and its progress to my door. Thank you, Thank you. There are still caring people in the world.”
Karren - Coalville, Utah
“You are the best at Customer Service!”
Patricia
This is a lovely card that would be good for anyone!
Posted by: Patti MacLeith | 04/20/2012 at 05:00 PM
Love the feel of this card Mike. The gold embossing with the Well Worn paper is a dynamite combo!
Posted by: Ginger | 04/20/2012 at 09:26 AM
nice spin with color. clever use of the border and well worn paper! hugs, m
Posted by: mary fish | 04/20/2012 at 05:56 AM
This card is definitely of "the bold and the beautiful" variety! And I loved your tip of using the Borderlines as a penny-wise substitute for ribbon--thanks!
Posted by: Terri | 04/19/2012 at 09:37 PM
Beautiful beautiful. Great card, Mike.
Posted by: Judy Wineland | 04/19/2012 at 11:26 AM
Beautiful Mike! Great card for a guy. I've got a couple of guys this month and next too. So I've copied down the sketch. TFS I don't know if I've signed up for your news letter or not, so I'll go do it now. Hugs, Jess
Posted by: Jessica | 04/19/2012 at 09:42 AM
Mike, I love this card and it is a perfect one for a male. I love he touch of gold that you used to make this card pop!
Posted by: Pinky | 04/19/2012 at 09:11 AM
Beautifully put together, Mike! The embossing is perfect and the Well Worn DSP takes on a whole new look with it!
Posted by: Dawn Tidd | 04/19/2012 at 09:06 AM
Gorgeous card! I love the DSP and the gold embossing on the triple flower image. I couldn't afford many stamps this year, but I did get that one and use it a lot!
Posted by: Carol Lucas | 04/19/2012 at 08:41 AM
Beautiful, Mike! Bold! Rich! Regal! There are so many words to describe this card! I LOVE it!
Posted by: Ann Schach | 04/19/2012 at 07:55 AM
I love that border stamp as well! Great earth tones in your card! Now about that white background - how do you do it??
Posted by: Linda Callahan | 04/19/2012 at 07:21 AM