SUOC49 Single Layer Cards are Easy?

I was working on a Convention swap, a single layer card swap. Sounds simple in theory, right? Not so much. Stamping, sponging, embellishing on the card base (without screwing up) is a real challenge. And exactly what do you use for embellishments anyway? Don’t want your brad butts showing. Can’t use stitching. Argh! I figured I’m running through enough iterations and spending enough thought to qualify this card as "special". This card ended up being my special thank you card for Stampin’ Up Only challenges.