So, it’s been awhile since I posted. So much happening, but I won’t go into that openly. I’ve truly missed being in my studio, but I’m climbing back in!
About 18 months ago, I was invited to rejoin the Splitcoaststampers Dirty Dozen for a 6 month term. I was so thrilled! I’m going to share some of the cards I made with my Stamp Simply stash.
I love Christmas, but it seems to come earlier each. Some of my friends are already listening to Christmas music and decorating. Now it’s not an issue for me. Since the boys have their own families, we decorate no sooner than the day after Thanksgiving and since our place is tiny, we generally stick to our tree.
I’ve been laid up for several weeks. I took a nasty fall and aside from that, I’ve been in for Ultrasoung (thyroid) and xrays. Now I’m just trying to regain my strength, though I’m still using a walker. It’s been impossible to get in to my studio!
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I think this is one of the most clean and simple cards I’ve ever made!
I love lighthouses. At one point I had a collection of lighthouse pictures. There is something mysterious about them. They each have a story. I love a good mystery!
The Graphic 45 8×8 pad, Catch of the Day, pares perfectly with the two new lighthouse sets.
I am not sure if it’s still Autumn or Indian Summer. Either way, lots of Halloween papers are already on my desk. I’ve not made Halloween cards too often, but now I have a daughter in law who is all about Halloween.
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However, I do love the papers. The Craft Consortium papers (Grunge) has all the right colors/textures.. You can find these type papers in most of their paper pads.
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This type card brings to mind Steampunk. It’s dark and brooding. The elements are simple and flat for mailing.
The colors of Fall bring much joy to this Fall baby. The crunch of the leaves, the crisp morning air, and the aroma of apple cider, pumpkin everything…
This fall card is made me feel that crispness. It’s actually starting to cool off in the mornings so I can feel
the oncoming Fall. But don’t blink! It will be Winter before we blink!
The last two months have been a whirlwind of activity. Three hospitalizations, our annual family picnic, several birthdays and now more medical issues than I care to discuss.