Card Attempt

Ok, so I have a bizarre problem...I am intimidated by cards!! For some reason I just cannot master them. I'm not sure what it is exactly about the card that baffles me- maybe the fold? or the small area? or the sentiment? I rarely even give bought cards to people on special occasions, let alone ones I have made! But I have decided to push myself outside my comfort zones (with a little persuasion from a glass or 3 of Riccadonna hehe) and start attempting cards. I am especially inspired by my friend Linda (you can see her blog here) and by Sarah Martina (her blog is here).
This first card I made I am not particularly ecstatic about. It seems a little bland to me, but I'm not sure if its because it is in light colours where I am typically drawn to dark (another attempt to step outside the comfort zone lol) or if it is actually bland haha. I dont really have any sentiment stamps so i decided to go with out and then i would be free to use it for any occasion (I will probably give it to a friend whose birthday is tomorrow). You're welcome to leave comments but dont be too cruel- its my first try :)

Papers used are Cristina Re, Basic Grey, vintage music sheet and a random piece of script paper.