Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Let us begin

 Went with more Ciabella products for the next Masculine card I needed, adding some die cut gears cut from metallic cardstock to go with the theme of the ephemera.


  • Ciabella - Engine of the future 12x12 paper and Creative pad Ephemera elements
  • Memory Box - Deluxe Gear set dies
  • Tim Holtz - Vintage Labels dies and stamp

Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by today,

Connie

14 comments:

Louca por porcelana said...

Beautiful card! Hugs.

Leslie Miller said...

You do know how to make the best masculine cards! What a wonderful statement for the sentiment. It's a quote to keep in mind as we approach each day.

carrie@northwoods scrapbook said...

I love when you use gears for these kinds of cards. Not only a masculine feel, but I love that they have that steampunk vibe. This one turned out so cute! 😍

Linda's Relaxing Lair said...

Lovely card, Connie!

Lowcarb team member said...

That's a good looking card and I like the words.

All the best Jan

Wanda said...

This is a perfect masculine card. I love the colors of papers. I love the metallic gears. It's a wonderful card!

Em Louise Fairley said...

Great masculine card, Connie xoxo

papierelle said...

Great card in masculine style!!

Donna Phelan said...

Great background for a masculine card! Love the gears--and that sentiment is {chef's kiss} Fantastic!

April said...

Such a great masculine card! I love all the gears and the saying. Great background paper too.

Debbie said...

this is a great card...i love the elements you used. the paper and the way everything is layered!! perfect for that special guy in your life!!

Lisa said...

The mix of Ciabella elements with the metallic gears creates such a strong, cohesive look. The industrial textures play so well with the vintage touches, and the layered ephemera gives the whole design real presence. The sentiment feels especially fitting with the forward‑motion theme, and the gear cluster adds just the right amount of dimension without overwhelming the layout.

Garfield said...

♀ A vida é poesia, e poesia é feminina. 8 de março, Feliz Dia da Mulher!

Já estou entre seus amigos.

Venha se juntar aos meus amigos comedores de lasanha. rsrsrsrs

Nova tirinha publicada. 😺

Abraços 🐾 Garfield Tirinhas Oficial.

Esther Asbury said...

What an awesome guy card!! This reminds me I need to replenish my stash of masculine cards.