Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Now and Forever (and Collin's Drum Recital)



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Happy Tuesday friends.  Popping in with a quick card for this week's CAS(E) this Sketch.  When I was working on some other cards this weekend and had my die cuts out I was inspired to use these WPlus9 die cuts for the current sketch challenge. I love the touch of patterned paper and the funky vibe it gives to the card.


On Sunday, Collin had his drum recital. He is super shy so before he went up he told me he was going to look out the window instead of at the people in the audience. The rehearsal was held at Graeter's (a fabulous Cincinnati based ice cream shop).  Each of the kids in the recital got free ice cream after they played. He did an awesome job.  His teacher videotaped him in class so if you're interested you can check out what he played on You Tube.  I love his sweet little smiles when he plays one of the parts that is a bit harder!  As always, we're so lucky to have family close by to come cheer him on.


21 comments:

Gerrina said...

What a beautiful idea to use birds instead of flowers or butterflies! Love the colours; a perfect card! Hugs, Gerrina

~amy~ said...

What a sweet card, love the birds!
Check your boy out! way too fun!

Julia Aston said...

Love your take on the sketch Lynn - and what a great family pic - off to check out the drum recital!!

Sue Lelli said...

You really ARE lucky, Lynn to have family close by! Sweet boy! Pretty card! LOVE the die cut birdies!

Leigh Penner said...

Oh, I love your super sweet take on the sketch, Lynn! And the drum recital sounds so fun -- I love watching my kids perform!

Leigh Penner said...

Oh, I love your super sweet take on the sketch, Lynn! And the drum recital sounds so fun -- I love watching my kids perform!

Maureen said...

aw, congrats to Collin! Drummers are cool, kind of like the goalie on a hockey team...the solid rock of a team/band! Love those two strips of patterned paper! They do add so much fun and then some! ox

sandie said...

Cute love birds and that paper does give it a funky vibe. Collin looks adorable xx

Tracey McNeely said...

Your card is fantastic! I love the design and how you used the WPlus9 birds. That patterned paper is so perfect for the trees. Colin? Well he is adorable and so super talented. Great song choice and he has the sweetest smile at the end!

Darnell said...

Pinning and calling this one as winning, Lynn! I just purred with pleasure when I saw it!! Thanks for sharing Colin's recital, too. Little Henry just got a junior drum set, so I'll send him the link. It's so cool when they find that thing they are passionate about!! Hugs, Darnell

Nora Noll said...

This is adorable. I love those little birds!!!

Diane Jaquay said...

The birdies are adorable, Lynn, cute CAS card!!!

Joyce said...

Such a pretty card. It is cute and elegant at the same time, if that is possible. And, as always, I love the photos and updates about your busy family.

Nonni said...

Super cute card Lynn! I love the soft colors and the funky sentiment! Congrats on Colin's cool recital. :)

Erin (Homemade Cards by Erin) said...

You are so good at using small amounts of patterned paper, we both know my stash isn't so small and I don't use much at all.

Deepti said...

What a super cute take on the sketch, I love those birdies !

Lisa Kind said...

Pretty card! I watched Collins video...he did a fabulous job!

Chrissy Larson said...

Love your card but I especially love your little drummer! I've got one in my house too! ;)

Kristie Goulet said...

Very sweet card! I need to use this sketch! Love your little drummer!

Taunya Butler said...

Amazing card - super cute drummer boy!! And a BIG WAHOO for you for the recognition this card got over at CAS(E) this Sketch!! I am so pleased for you - you are a wonderful talent!!

Marisa said...

ADORE this card!! Those birds are sooo cute in their "bamboo tree" :) Yeah for the up and coming drummer too!