So Grateful

This little card was made using B1395 So Grateful along with a few other stampsets. The clock is from the September Stamp of the Month, the October words are from the November Stamp of the Month, the top words are from Par-a-Phrase, and the sun is from C1454 Horizon. Inks used are black, Autumn Terracotta, Olive, Barn Red and Goldrush. I used Colonial White, Autumn Terracotta and Black cardstock. The technique is Retiform and the pumpkin is pop dotted.

Heart 2 Heart Challenge with Believe

Here is my attempt at the Heart2Heart challenge for this week. I used Holiday Magic, with Black, Topiary, Sweet Leaf and White Daisy cardstock. The stripe is from the Believe paper pack. I added a little bling in the corner of the card. Go on over to http://www.heart2heartchallenges.blogspot.com/ for more inspiration.

Wow, I got an award!

This is absolutely wonderful. What an honor. I received this award from Krista over at Simply Creating. Be sure to check out her blog.

This is a different kind of blog award in the respect that it recognizes inspiring blogs with less than 200 followers. This way some very worthy, but often over looked blogs benefit from some extra exposure...which is something every blogger can use!

Liebster is the German word for "beloved" or "favorite". So it is now my turn to give this award to 5 of my favorite blogs who have less than 200 followers. So be sure to check out the blogs listed below and congratulate them by leaving them some blog love in the form of a comment and becoming a Follower if you find them to be as inspiring as I do!

Lori at http://clearlyfromtheheart.blogspot.com/

Debra at http://memoriesoftheheartbydeb.blogspot.com/

Haley at http://inkyscrapper.blogspot.com/

Karen at http://kdaycreations.blogspot.com/

Jen at http://www.jenrubio.blogspot.com/

These ladies are so willing to share their ideas and talent. I really appreciate that so much!

As you all know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Katie and I attended the Survivor Island Brunch on Saturday and had a wonderful time. It was the 17th annual and there were hundreds of women there. It was my first one of course, so it was a little emotional for me, but I can't wait to do it again next year. The entertainment was super, even had prizes (and very, very nice ones too) and a great meal. It was put on by Special Friends Celebrations and they did a great job. One of my doctors was the MC and several doctors have outstanding singing voices. So glad I was invited.

A Mojo Monday Design

This is actually Design 207 from last week, I am just a bit late on this. It is a standard sized card using: Typeset Paper Pack, Colonial White and Kraft CS, C1473 Remarkable Wreath and the star from Milepost Shapes. I cut the oval with my Cuttlebug and a Nesties stencil. I really like the designs that they come up with at Mojo Monday. What do you think?

Cool Tools

Do you have a great pair of scissors? I invested in a pair of CTMH Micro Tip Scissors several years ago and have never regretted it. I even panic when I can't find them. And you know that can happen if you have ever seen my desk. I now have two, but of course they can both be lost at the same time. These scissors are just wonderful for any intricate cutting, always stay sharp and fit in your hand just right. Makes papercrafting so enjoyable. Oh, btw, the scissor charm is not included. A wonderful, creative lady made this for me so I could keep better track of them. I love it. It says "I Love to Scrap" and has a tiny pair of scissors on the end.

This Weeks H2H Challenge

I thought I would try this week's challenge. I usually don't do these, but thought I would give it a whirl. This challenge was to use only card stock, no printed papers and use at least 3 colors. I picked Dutch Blue, Goldrush and Black. The stamp set is Adorn-able and I added blue and clear sparkles for shine. Really simple, but those kind are ok too. What do you think?

Par-A-Phrase:about to be history

Don't miss out on the Par-A-Phrase stamp set. The offer ends September 30th. Order $75 worth of products now and get the double set FREE. Tax and S/H apply.