Time Out: Find Beauty in the Simple Things

I'm back for a reminder post for the current challenge over at Time Out!  The challenge is a theme challenge to be inspired by nature. I love neutral tone on tone cards so it was the perfect time to get out this gorgeous set by Uniko (our sponsor) Originally Organic.

As I mentioned above our sponsor for this challenge is Uniko. Bev has created gorgeous stamps, dies and stencils.  Be sure to pop on over to their blog to take a look!

And be sure to pop on over to Time Out to play along with us and gain the change to win some amazing Uniko goodies!  And be sure to pop on over to our guest designer Lise for gorgeous inspiration as well!

Time Out: Get Well Soon

Hi there, it's time for a new challenge over at Time Out!  The challenge is a theme challenge to be inspired by nature. One of my very first stamps sets was a gorgeous set of leaves..and I'm always inspired by gorgeous leaf stamps or stencils so I loved playing along with this challenge using the  Uniko (our sponsor) stencil - Nature Treasures and stamps - Paradise Hummingbird

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As I mentioned above our sponsor for this challenge is Uniko. Bev has created gorgeous stamps, dies and stencils.  Be sure to pop on over to their blog to take a look!

And be sure to pop on over to Time Out to play along with us and gain the change to win some amazing Uniko goodies!  And be sure to pop on over to our guest designer Lise for gorgeous inspiration as well!

Time Out: Just a Note

I'm back for a reminder post for the current challenge over at Time Out!  The challenge is to be inspired by the gorgeous photo above.  Don't you just love those vibrant colors!

Our sponsor is Stamplorations.  For my card I used Sherry's fabulous Big Greetings set. There are so many gorgeous stamps over at her shop so be sure to stop by.

And be sure to pop on over to Time Out to play along with us and gain the change to win some amazing goodies!  And be sure to pop on over to our guest designer Greta for gorgeous inspiration as well!

Congrats Graduate!

Happy Tuesday friends!  It has been way too long since I've popped in with a just because card!  Life is moving along at lightning speed over here!  Jonathon graduates from high school this Sunday which means lots of fun end of year activities for him (and our whole family really). Ryan is home for the summer which is awesome and Collin and Marcel are busy finishing up the school year. Collin has his first job interview after school today and his clothes are piled on my vanity upstairs waiting for a quick ironing job from mom!  Love all these little signs around us showing that time is passing and they are growing up quickly. Trying to take the time to soak up all these precious moments.

So..while I'm at it, I thought I'd share a couple graduation cards. The first one is for this week's CAS(e) this Sketch challenge. The second one is inspired by a CAS(e) this Sketch challenge a couple of weeks ago but I never made it around to posting!  Both of these are using new goodies from Taylored Expressions.

Hope you are all having a fabulous week and cherishing all that is happening around you as well!

Time Out: The Tassel Was Worth the Hassle

I'm back for a reminder post for the current challenge over at Time Out!  We're gearing up for graduation season over here...Jonathon's graduation is just around the corner on the 26th so it is the perfect time to have extra graduation cards on hand. I though the inspiration words were perfect for a graduation themed card!

Our sponsor is Poppy Stamps.  There are so many gorgeous stamps and dies to inspire you in their store!  Be sure to pop on over to their blog to take a look!  And take an extra stop to see Jeanne from Poppy Stamps playing along with us too!

Please come and play along with us at Time Out and gain the change to win some amazing goodies!  And be sure to pop on over to our guest designer Michele of I Card Everyone - you'll love her gorgeous CAS and witty style. She is awesome and one of the kindest in blogland! 

Time Out: Sweet Baby

Hello there!  It's time for the reminder post over at  Time Out!  The challenge is a theme challenge to be playful and our sponsor is the oh so generous Shea from Winnie & Walter.  I adore Shea and am lucky enough to call her a friend too!  Be sure to stop on over to W&W to take a look at all their amazing stamps.

Several months ago a very dear friend of mine had her first grandchild - and she is oh so sweet!  I was really happy to pull out the W&W Welcome to the Family to make this card to welcome little Aubrie. A new baby is certainly a reason to be playful.

We'd love to see how you are inspired to be playful - please pop on over to Time Out to play along with us and gain the change to win some amazing goodies!  And be sure to pop on over to our guest designer Nancy for gorgeous inspiration as well!

Time Out: Thanks for Everything

I'm back for a reminder post for the current challenge over at Time Out!  The challenge is a theme challenge to be use embellishments on your card.  I also love a touch of twine and a few gems here and there so I immediately new what I'd add to the card.

Our sponsor is Birch Press Designs and I've used this fabulous Stitched Maple Circle Frame die that they sent to me.  It is a lot of fun.. I used the middle maple leaf but could use it for some many other things.  Be sure to pop on over to their blog to take a look at all of their fabulous stamping goodies!

And be sure to pop on over to Time Out to play along with us and gain the change to win some amazing goodies!  And be sure to pop on over to our guest designer Andrea for gorgeous inspiration as well!  You will be sure to love her CAS designs!