Papertrey May Blog Hop Challenge

Here's the deal - I REALLY don't want to cut into the gorgeous PTI felt!  I want to own it, and I want to hoard it.  It took a lot, but I did cut it for tonight's hop!  The Simply Chartreuse felt arrived on my doorstep yesterday - perfect, I felt for this card (get it, I "felt" it was perfect...hehe)!  Anyway, on to the card and the deets!

First, this card is totally inspired by a card by Kim Moreno in the May/June issue of Paper Crafts magazine.  I loved it's vintage look and thought it was the perfect use of this image and sentiment from Cornish Heritage Farms.  I used PTI Vintage Cream as the card base and for the image.  I used Stampin' Up!'s Soft Suede to layer the image and for the ink.  I used PTI's Journling Lines stamp set, Pure Poppy ink, Simply Chartreuse felt, black twill ribbon, Pure Poppy and Simply Chartreuse buttons, twine and Vintage Touch Tea Dye Duo.  Finally, I used October Afternoon designer paper and a UK Success punch. (Whew, I hope I'm not forgetting anything!) 

Thanks for visiting This Pink Rooster, and I always appreciate it when you leave some love!  Enjoy the rest of the hop - I know I will! 

Go To Sketches

Seems that I have been doing more crafting than blogging lately. The balance can be such a challenge, don't 'ya think? 
I have two cards again today, both inspired by Papercraft's Go To Sketches.  I noticed that the book states that it is "Volume 1."  If this is the first in a series I would be over the moon! 

I couldn't get the photo that I really wanted for this card, but I absolutely love it.  So many of my favorite goodies - Cosmo Cricket and October Afternoon papers, Papertrey Ink cardstock, stamps and buttons. There's nothing better.  The stamp is from a PTI May release - Take Three: Summer.  The flower is absolutely beautiful and stamps like a dream. 

I have had this paper from American Crafts sitting on my desk for some time, waiting for just the right project to call its name.  Yesterday's warm, humid weather made me realize that spring is gone and that summer is here!  I wanted to do something that really speaks to my favorite part of summer - flowers!  I used Papertrey Ink's cardstock, stamps and buttons, Nestabilities and a Marvy flower punch.  This card is going to someone that recently gave me something unique and very special. 

Thanks for looking, and have a great summer day!

Two Simple Cards

Happy Monday!  I'm saying that through a blinding headache that is making me want to stay curled up in bed all day.  Weather's not that great - seems like rain is on the way, again - so I just might be getting back into those PJs.
I've got two simple cards to share today. 

I whipped up this card to write a note to a dear friend, pairing this super cute American Crafts DP with PTI White, Pure Poppy, Summer Sunrise and Ripe Avocado cardstock.  I added a Hawaiian Shores button and the word "friend" from Springime Doodles.  Rounding a couple of corners adds just the right touch, IMHO, and how about that PTI ric-rac die?   

 I made this card for today's Clean and Simple challenge over at SCS.  This Cornish Heritage Farms stamp cracks me up!  The sentiment inside says "Sometimes love sucks!"  Too funny!!  I used PTI Kraft and Rustic White cardstock, added Cosmo Cricket DP (who doesn't love CC??) and finished up with a Pure Poppy button.  I don't have a use for this card yet, but I just know that the right moment will present itself!
Have a great day!

FS170 - Fly Away

Just a quick post with Sunday's Featured Stamper card over at Splitcoast.  I had been looking for a reason to ink up PTI's Fly Away set and this challenge was just the ticket.  As "Grams" to Timothy I am loving making cards for little guys - I'll probably have a dozen cards made for his first birthday! 

I paired my favorite "couple" - PTI and Cosmo Cricket.  I also used SU!'s Soft Suede as the base.  I LOVE that color.  BTW, did you notice the use of those great PTI wooden buttons - am I crazy for using so many of those precious little gems on one card?!?  I've been hoarding them since I found out they're no longer available.  Once I started using them, I can't stop!  (PS - Each night I add a little bit to my evening prayers that PTI will be able to get them again!)

I'm having lunch with a couple of dear friends today, so I whipped up a batch of chocolate chip cookies as a sweet surprise.  I love simple baking, and this is the same Nestle Tollhouse recipe I've used since I was a little girl. 

Have a sweet day!

Still Lovin' Spring!

I am so enjoying spring.  Winter was very difficult for me this past year, and spring has given  new life to mine!  I truly thank God's wisdom and what he brings each year in spring.  In addition to enjoying the yard, garden and flowers we are getting ready to add to our family with a great flock of chickens and at least two calves.  I hope to buy bottle babies, but my hubby doesn't think that would be the best idea as they won't be ready to process before winter.  Either way I know that I will love this new adventure, and right now I don't want to think about winter!!
It's also a time for more change as we have become true empty nesters.  Our youngest, our son, has purchased his first home and has moved out.  Last week were discussing some of the details, and he said that he commented that he'd like a specific dinner when he comes to visit, and it really hit me that my baby, my sunshine, is leaving.  When he left I cried.  I didn't cry because I was sad.  I cried because change is hard even when the change is for something good.

I made this card to write to him and tell him how proud I am of the wonderful man he has become and how much I love him.  I will miss him, but I am so happy for him and for the life he is creating for himself. 

Here they are after packing up at our home.  What a sweet little family! 

Of course Timothy needed to be entertained, and it seems like Mommy's sunglasses were just the ticket! 

Aunt Megan sure knows how to make him smile!

 

I know I have been neglecting the blog lately. I have so much to share, and will work hard to post more in the future.