My Mistake...

[@carolinebredeson4198]

Both are lovely. I think the bigger sentiment would have looked better positioned a little further down, leaving more white space at the top. More integrated I guess. However as you say: there are no mistakes in crafting! Just opportunities to add glitter, I mean learn and keep on creating 😉

[@maggieb4648]

Agreed. I don't necessarily think the stamp was too big, but should have been positioned lower, as the stamp on the second card was. The balance was off, not the size of the stamp. Either way, they're both lovely cards and most people wouldn't notice if it hadn't been pointed out.

[@annalisayoung]

I agree that the second smaller sentiment looks better. However, as some others have mentioned, I wonder if moving the larger sentiment down so that the y was nesting in the leaves would have made the look more cohesive and offset the bigness (technical term) of the happy birthday. That being said, as you say, nobody’s going to look at the first card and have their whole birthday ruined because a sentiment wasn’t quite right. The thought and the effort mean just as much if not more than the final project.

[@johannagoldenberg3300]

Yes, the orange one follows the 2/3 - 1/3 general rule so well and looks more balanced. Do I still love the blue one too? Yep 😊

[@janedgcomb4348]

i like the larger sentiment. it fills the space.

[@Kateseyes]

I liked both the cards. But like you, I liked having more of the white showing , so the Thank you card was my favorite. Beautiful job.

[@barcelonachair6487]

I think with the first, the sentiment just needed to be placed lower to be visually connected to the image, just like the second card accomplished. The concept of both cards are lovely and I will try it out. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@orenbyrd]

Your eye is exactly right. The smaller sentiment looks so much better. I think with the stick it adhesive & the extra cardstock the blue card might also be more costly. Love the look of both though.

[@carloshaun7297]

I LOVE both of them! So much fun! And your cards are always so clever! TFS!

[@helenastanser9801]

I agree! The smaller sentiment looks better, but they are both lovely cards!

[@rebeccafiveash4335]

Gorgeous cards. I prefer the 2nd one. Maybe add a few white splatters to link up the leaves to the white space?

[@valeriebateman742]

I love the orange one. I also really like the large sentiment on the blue one, but I agree with Caroline Bredeson that it would have been more effective positioned lower on the card. Great job Natasha. I love your ideas.

[@angelalittlewood3039]

I like the colors of the second card, but the sentiment on the first card. I have a problem with a lot of white space, when I do it, it always looks unfinished to me, so I start filling in!! Love the fonts on both cards

[@tinawakefield9477]

I love both cards Natasha,but the blue is my favourite,the only thing I would have done is put a couple of black enamel dots at the bottom right hand side💐🌺❤️xx

[@lorettafritz6992]

The curvy Birthday sentiment goes nicely with the curves of the leaves. The Thank You is a nice contrast of solid straight lines vs curly leaves. Both are great!

[@sophiaspringer857]

I prefer the larger sentiment and colours....lovely. THanks for sharing Natasha

[@Jkk55]

Love both Natasha I love all your cards! just beautiful! thank you for sharing your talent.

[@mrsmcphate]

Beautiful cards. As others said, when shown side by side, the thank you seems to have a better balance. But they're both lovely!! TFS!

[@annekeschep8148]

I like both cards. I do like the leaves with several layers of cardstock a tiny bit more, although using foam tape is a bit faster. I also think the happy birthday stamp would look better if stamped a bit lower. But honestly I believe many recipients will love either one. Thank you for keeping both cards in the video 👍

[@kerriebetts3994]

They are both gorgeous. Your work is always superb. Thank you for sharing this technique in two ways ❤️🧡💛

[@louisemoore410]

Both cards are beautiful, but I agree that the overall ‘balance’ of the second, orange toned card is more appealing. Thank you for the continued inspiration Natasha, I look forward to your posts immensely. 😊

[@ariesgirl3444]

Lovely cards, I prefer the 2nd one with the smaller sentiment too. Thanks as always for the inspiration.

[@rosehensley9455]

If you had only shown the first card (Happy Birthday), I would haven’t thought anything was amiss with its design. However, when you displayed the second card, the difference in the size and placement of the sentiment and it’s subsequent balance in the design was obvious and was much more pleasing than the first. I loved how you used both cards to teach us that size, balance, rhythm does make a difference in the finale product. Keep up the good work! I so enjoy learning from you!

[@pattyfromherz9965]

Like them both, but love the yellow one more and the way the sentiment is a smaller one. you always have great videos. Thank you!!!!!

[@KimberlyInSoCal310]

They are both beautiful cards, Natasha, no mistakes here! Your ink blending is lovely, I aspire to be that good at it!

[@lorraineeason3756]

Love your cards Natasha. I would pick the red/orange if I had to have a choice. Thank you once again for sharing

[@kimdixon3773]

I like them both but I like the larger Happy Birthday better.

[@kayworley8130]

Love them both, Natasha. I'd call them both a success. Thanks for sharing

[@laurie3881]

I really can't choose - I would be happy to get or give either one. Most of your cards have an elegance and classic simplicity that I just love and it inspires me to keep my cards the same way.

[@AafkeVultink]

I love the fall color one and think I will be doing it with watercolor and some maple leaves die. You can leave the leaves out and make two extra cards with the colored leaves on a white card for a gift set. Put some foil flocks on the white if you don't like a stark white backing. Make the diecut be used like the start of a shaker card.

[@leeojascastro711]

They are both lovely, but I agree with you about the sentiment looking better on the warm colored one.

[@irishartung3900]

Both cards are great and beautiful. Thank you for showing.

[@janeastwick1418]

I like them both but I think you are right. The smaller one looks better. Great video, again!

[@juliehardy7510]

They are both great! The orange one is a pretty colour like a sunrise!

[@sandrajackson9639]

Absolutely gorgeous all of them , it would be interesting to see them with gold leafs too 😀 xxx

[@karenreeves3958]

These are both beautiful, but I have to say I think the amaller text looks better. Thanks for showing both ideas.

[@tracis.1691]

I think both look the same! I do love the sentiment and colors of the brighter card the most! Maybe I'm hoping for some autumn weather! 85°F here in Florida today!

[@rayandkrisable]

I agree with you. Also the mustard seed looks lighter than peacock feathers....less contrast and perhaps more white space in the warm tones one? I like your design.

[@caroledurham6302]

love them both, the blue one could be for a male. Thanks for showing this.

[@lauramartin7300]

I like both. Really like orange colors more ,Into fall colors right now it's all around here. Thanks for sharing as always

[@yvonnemoore3698]

Beautiful cards as always Natasha. I like them both but I prefer the larger sentiment. Yvonne

[@Bttrflyfan23]

I think they are both beautiful cards!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@saritad8606]

Love both! Don’t see a ‘mistake’ anywhere

[@sherylosullivan9619]

I like to do this technique by just cutting the die from fun foam. It’s quite interesting in a contrasting colour.

[@katieh200]

Hi Natasha, I prefer the second one too although I would love to receive both ,TFS have a lovely evening 💛🧡🤎

[@nikkiobrien4242]

I never thought of using those straight border dies that way, and I have several of them that were just taking up space in my stash - sometimes the most obvious answer is the one that eludes us! Thanks for that tip :)

[@joanberman6654]

I thought the blue card was beautiful and perfect, until you put them side-by-side which made me agree with you about the size of the sentiment. Both gorgeous gorgeous cards that anyone would be thrilled to receive I’m sure!

[@marybanks7086]

Thanks!

[@lozdyer1087]

I keep all my ‘mistakes’ every year on so if they are still around I go thru them and sometimes I’ll get a great idea how to get them to the next level. Otherwise, don’t judge me, I use them for those not so favorite relatives 😮

[@shellem1000]

Haha, me too!

[@roxanneklinger3828]

I like them both... but you are right, the smaller sentiment leaves more of the white showing which is your blending color.

[@geegee8675]

🥰luv both cards. Wouldn't change anything. Tyfs🥰

[@renatenash7575]

I really love both of these cards. Thank you for sharing.

[@cherylstephens4268]

Both gorgeous. Thank you very much for sharing once again. Take care and stay safe.

[@traceyallen8286]

I like both. I think it's just personal taste. to me the "thankyou" looks more elegant where as the "Happy Birthday" is more playful. As you say, just depends on the look you're going for.

[@JenAultman]

Love this technique! Agree smaller sentiment unless maybe you moved the other down & right slightly

[@michelegourd5742]

Natasha, I like both, but I do think the small sentiment looks the best!! Thanks so much for sharing!!

[@CC-ls6wc]

I like the first card (Happy Birthday) better as it fills the white space. The other card with the smaller sentiment seems like the top needs something.

[@LisaVornhagen]

Both of them are very pretty! I can't decide on a favorite.

[@dianeyoung2914]

I like them both but I am drawn towards the orange one just because I love orange. I wouldn't be able to resist adding some bling to them as well :-)

[@avivapotts2442]

Tash, theycae both just gorgeous! I'd be happy to receive either of them!

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

Hi Natasha, I think they are both great. Thanks so much. 😊🇨🇦

[@june-babyjane1]

Both are lovely but if I had to decide then I’d go for the blue one.

[@isabelle7403]

Amazing what an inch lower placement did for this design. Great lesson, Natasha!

[@maureenhadfield9315]

hi Natasha. I have missed quite a few videos but I am back now. and what a gorgeous video to come back into. I really like both cards. they are both appealing in their own way. thank you Natasha 😊 x

[@arlenepowders4989]

What a fun technique, love the colors…thank you!

[@TheGhostlyone182]

I love both, I personally prefer the larger sentiment 😊

[@scrappingscootergirl]

Those colors are beautiful! Great hack for not having the right size die! I like them both!

[@melb.4609]

I think both cards are attractive, but I do see your point about the "thank you" sentiment stamp and its placement. It draws the eye down the card in a pleasing way, while the "happy birthday" sentiment grabs attention to itself with its size and all those curls. The blue to green card also lacks some "breathing space" that the red to yellow card has. White, open space has its place in graphic design just as silence has its place in music. Thanks for sharing with us! :)

[@sushiblack5558]

I love watching you. You give us so much information to understand.

[@merlemcdonald4991]

Love them both. The stamps are both delicate and fine print. Not bold or thick/heavy print. So I love both. Well done. Thanks for all your wonderful ideas. I get excited when your next video is released. You just full of surprises. I've learned so much.

[@pattyfowler9794]

Really like the happy birthday card the best. But I would happily send or receive either!

[@susanhardy2848]

I love the Thank you card best it does seem a lot more balance than the larger birthday sentiment although that stamp is gorgeous I agree it does swamp the card somewhat x

[@robinbrothen2305]

LOVE them both!! Beautiful cards Tasha

[@virginiachamberlain3073]

I like them both Natasha. The overall designs are lovely. Clean and simple as you say.

[@dl4069]

I love both cards. They are different but each one is lovely. There wasn't a mistake. :)

[@melissazabower339]

I love warm colors, but the larger sentiment looks fine 🙂

[@jobuckmaster5842]

I think I would have just added the larger sentiment and not thought about leaving the white space empty like that. But after seeing the smaller sentiment on the second one I agree it looks more pleasing to the eye. Thanks for your inspiration and making me think beyond the usual.

[@pennywarren2357]

I love them both! Balance can make a difference, but unless you're sending it to another seasoned card maker, it matters not! As always, I appreciate your tips and tricks. Blessings!

[@AKgalStamps-Donnamarshall]

I like them both. Thanks for sharing!😊

[@lisashearwood-vingoe1027]

I like both of these lovely cards. The Sentiment in the blue card is a better fit I think. Your ink blending is gorgeous and I love the colours. 💙

[@lindadunstall1790]

Hi Tash* both are lovely but I prefer the LARGE Happy Birthday. The white space on the other one could do with something though. That's my personal opinion. Still 🏆🥰🙏🦘🦘🦘

[@peggyr7799]

Love both !!! 👵🏻🎨❤️🤗👍

[@dise331]

When you put the cards side by side I see what you mean about the sentiments, but both are lovely 🌻🌻

[@jo-annstoneham1813]

Oh boy. That time again. I find it hard to pick my favourite card because I always love all the cards you make. So I pick the blue/green card but I do love the orange combo as well but blue is my favourite colour lol. Thanks for today's video. 🇨🇦

[@kittykerver5043]

I love them both but the one with the warm red colors just a little bit more 😊😉

[@darlenegreen1089]

I absolutely love this card. It's such an easy technique but it looks so elegant. Good job again, Natasha!

[@HeidiLilley]

I think that they are both very good. I got that die this past spring on your recommendation and I have to make an anniversary card very soon. I am going to try and do this technique. Tfs

[@Fab10301]

Personally, my preference is the birthday one. I would have moved the sentiment down just a little to give a bit on a top buffer, but that's just me. Both cards are pretty.

[@ValreeJean]

My thoughts exactly 😊

[@paulawray6210]

Both cards are great! Thank you!

[@feliciashaw4708]

Both cards are absolutely gorgeous, but I have to say the yellow one is my favorite. It appears to be a bit more balanced with the smaller sentiment. On the blue card, the sentiment would have seemed balanced if it were stamped a little lower. No mistake made, you have creative control. Thank you for sharing, I really appreciate that you took the time to show the differences in the cards. YOU ROCK!!!

[@ritadove7708]

I like both but prefer the smaller stamp

[@dinabaughman8731]

They BOTH look great!😍

[@heatherradford1994]

I really love them both tbh and I think the sentiments swapped over on the different coloured cards would look fab. I so want to be able to have a stash of cards that people can help themselves too lol especially if they turned out as well as yrs do. I love watching Yr card making and listening to you explain it. thanks so much xx

[@quiltinggrandma8633]

I like the larger better! They are both beautiful…..

[@tquallen]

I'm with you on the smaller sentiment, but they are both lovely.

[@baboo7192]

I like the ‘Thank You’ card best!

[@cindymobley5289]

I love them both…it’s very difficult to choose a favorite! I love just about every card you make! You are a real inspiration. Do you ever do scrapbook pages? Your cards are usually so quick and not much difficulty, wish you would come up with some quick and easy layouts!

[@kathrynfryar6774]

I prefer the larger sentiment. I like bold.

[@jackydrake6194]

I like both, they are gorgeous, thanks for sharing x

[@galenbeers9955]

What I liked best was the cool tones card *before* you inlaid the foliage. I thought that white negative space was very powerful on both of your cards and then you could have made 2 more cards with the raised vines. Both of the cards you made are really nice and the difference between the large and small greetings is just a matter of taste. So is the business of inlaying the raised image or leaving the white negative image. I just know what I liked.

[@MsShanarun]

Of course, I like both cards. I prefer the larger sentiment. On the smaller sentiment, I probably would have added some bling or nemo drops, et cetera. Gorgeous colors!