Happy Sunday, everyone! Ann is our Paper Player's hostess today and it's CAS week! Here's our theme:
That's a fun theme! Lots of ideas popped into my head! I was focused this week on making some Christmas cards for an upcoming class, so this one seemed to fit the bill:
I managed to do a plant AND an animal, LOL! This is pretty simple...I had this scalloped piece already diecut in my stash, so I stamped and diecut the winter image using Boho Blue ink, then popped it up on top. A retired Paper Pumpkin sentiment and a little glimmery gem were added:
I also added some Frost White shimmer paint under the trees; it looks odd in the photo, but it's pretty in real life! I embossed a mat of Boho Blue with the Snow Fall embossing folder, added another Paper Pumpkin sentiment on the inside, and it was done!
The Design Team has some really fun samples for you to check out, too! Get some inspiration from them, then come share your Clean-and-Simple creations with us too!
It was adorable!! All the amenities were perfect and the owners decorated it perfectly with lots of boat/sea/ocean pictures, but they weren't so "beachy" that you felt like you were in Florida (no offense to Floridians!). A lot of the decor was vintage/retro (right up my alley) but everything was upscale and fresh! Here's my bedroom (very comfy):
This was Dana's first foray into birdwatching and she did great! We had two trips, both near the beach, but in different areas. We didn't see many birds, but we heard several new ones and the guides were very helpful in identifying the sounds as well as the flora! She even downloaded Merlin (a bird app I highly recommend) and heard a new bird last night while sitting on her deck! (I think I have got her hooked!):
We were both pretty beat by the end of the day! But it was a trip of a lifetime and I was so touched that Dana put a lot of time and effort researching something for us to do! It was like a second vacation! Thanks so much for visiting today! Enjoy it and be blessed!
| Project Details—All Products SU! Unless Otherwise Specified | |
| Stamps | Wonderland (Close to My Heart), Paper Pumpkin (ret) |
| Card stock & Papers | Basic White, Boho Blue |
| Ink | Boho Blue |
| Accessories | Glitter Sequins, White Frost Shimmer Paint (ret), Dimensionals |
| Tools | Cut & Emboss Machine, Snow Fall Embossing Folder, Stitched So Sweetly Dies (ret), Wonderland Dies (Close to My Heart) |
LeAnne, this card is gorgeous! I love that you used a plants and animals! I love this shade of blue. It is the perfect winter scene! The embossed background and scalloped panel add so much detail! Your trip looks amazing! What a fabulous gift! My son did his Coast Guard basic training in Cape May. Such a lovely place. SO happy for you! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty Christmas card for this week's challenge! I love the BoHo Blue color! Looks like you girls had the best time on your little weekend get away! I've never been much of a bird person but have learned alot thru you and all your bird postings over the years! Your Air B&B looks awesome, too!
ReplyDeleteLove the blue and the simplicity. I think I missed your big day this year but glad Dana didn't! What a wonderful gift. I have Merlin on my phone and use it quite often with having the hay field in my back yard. Thanks for sharing your joy...it is written all over your face :-)
ReplyDeleteA pretty Christmas card and a fantastic mother/daughter trip!
ReplyDeleteLeAnne, your class is going to love their assignment - it is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteYou tell Dana that I think she deserves the daughter of the year award in the most thoughtful and generous categories!
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What a wonderful card and Christmas to boot! Oh! What a fabulous trip you had with Dana! Sweet memories for sure!
ReplyDeleteLeAnne... your birdwatching trip sounds delightful. I have to be honest, I can't believe the number of new birds I have encountered since moving to Florida. Totally different than Connecticut. BTW... also love your lovely blue card!
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful card LeAnne and beautiful gift 💕😊
ReplyDeleteThis card is fabulous - so gorgeous in blue! And what a birthday gift! Perfect!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty LeAnne - I love this shade of blue for a wintery Christmas card! I love the addition of the Wink of Stella for some icy sparkle. Gorgeous! Your bird watching weekend is such a perfect gift for you - what a wonderful way for you and Dana to spend some quality time together too.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty and charming card! Your class will enjoy this one. Dana gets an A+ for this amazing gift!
ReplyDeleteThis card is just so pretty! Blue and white - a classic for good reason, The wee cottage is just adorable! It looks and feels like a home away from home. I hope you had an absolutely fabulous time for your birthday.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card, LeAnne! Boho Blue is a perfect hue for setting up a wintery scene. It looks like Cape May was an awesome trip. Such a cute Airbnb! And you were right about Macungie...it was a fun town with a lot of history. Thank you for making my challenge shine this week!
ReplyDeleteLeAnne, you created a beautiful Christmas card and the simplicity is perfect to evoke a winter's night with snow falling. And clever you to find a stamp with both animal and plant!
ReplyDeleteYour daughter is a gem and that had to be one special time together doing something she knows you love! That cottage was adorable too. So glad you had a wonderful birthday celebration!
LeAnne, Merlin is amazing - what a great gift to the birding community! Your little Air BnB looks fabulous and I'm so glad you may have got Dana hooked. The more people we get watching birds, the more people will want to protect them!
ReplyDeleteYour card is fabulous. I love the fresh blue and white with just a little bit of shimmer.
Hugs
Jaydee