Lisa's birthday card

Next  month is my sweet sister's birthday. I wanted to get a head start on making her a card because- well, life can get so busy that I didn't want to scramble at the last minute making her card. I love my sweet sister because she is smart, beautiful and skilled at what she does. Her sense of humor is always spot on and her love and compassion for people is just beautiful. My kids love their Aunt Lisa and I do too!

I chose a cupcake because if I were there with her in OH, I would buy her a chocolate cake and we'd celebrate her special day. For now though, here's a card until we see each other again and eat the real thing!

I used a sketch from Freshly Made Sketches and I like the simplicity of the design. I'm linking up over here.

Love you Lisa!

November My Paper Pumpkin Kit

I have been blown away with the beauty and simplicity of the latest My My Paper Pumpkin (MPP)kit. I love the details of the sewn stars, the card base is beautiful and the stamp is elegant. I adore red and white stripes for this season and this kit makes a powerful statement!

This weekend I made some time to play with my kit and I wanted to design this card a bit differently than the kit. I hopped over to Freshly Made Sketches and was inspired by a card by design member Amy O'Neil. I'm going to have to subscribe to her blog- she is one talented lady!

I'm linking over at the party at Freshly Made Sketches and here's my entry for design #113.

MPP Kit is Star-TASTIC!

For my card, I used my SU Craft Whisper White pad to add some background snowflakes. This card came together rather quickly- an added bonus for being a part of MPP. Fast creative getaways are always a welcome treat!

Birthday cards for family

My Father and Aunt have birthdays this month so I've been busy making them their own special and unique card. They are so blessed to not only be alive and well; but also, loved by their family. Happy Birthday Dad and Auntie- I love you!
I'm linking my dads card with Freshly Made Sketches- this site is awesome for that 'just in time' inspiration!

Happy Birthday Dad!

Happy Birthday Auntie!

Thinking of you card

Just recently I learned that the father of my dear friend Susan passed away. I've known Susan for nearly 4 years now and she is not only an amazing mentor mom to me but also, a woman that lives her life with gusto, beauty and simplicity- in essence, she made her Papa proud. I made this sympathy card for her and was inspired by the latest design from Freshly Made Sketches. This is my first sympathy card and this sketch was just the right launch pad for me- linking to the party!

The SU Dazzling Details gives this card the special effect I was looking for.