Weddings, continued.

The saga continues. I must say, however, that I like to work on a theme for a few days. The ideas get flowing and at the end I like to see the possibilities around one theme. Wedding cards tend to be too standard and I prefer to see it as unique as the people.

Today's card is inspired in the PP301 and I kept it as simple as the sketch. I love the elegance and straight forwardness of it, and honestly I can see it being used for a Bridal Shower too. The background is Timeless Elegance DSP, with the Watermelon Wonder Ribbon on front. The simple and elegant sentiment is from Flourishing Phrases stamp set and as much as I want to add more to it, I decided to stop and let the simplicity speak louder. Love the result.

Thank you for visiting today. Hope to see you again. Be well

Miriam

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Bride & Groom

Well, it is coming to the end of yet another great catalog season, but why despair? The new catalog is just around the corner and we will all love it.

For today's Dostamper Stars 178 I am showcasing more of some favorites that are soon to be retired. I am a hoarder of DSP and have too many to count. However, the Timeless Elegance was one of those papers that I really did not get the chance to hoard. I use it too fast. It is beautiful and super friendly. Sad to see it go. The sentiment from the For The New Two stamp set is beautiful and I heat embossed it to give an extra sheen and to make the image darker. I love heat embossing. That ribbon is retired from old, but it matches the paper so well that it did the homework for me. Nothing like having classic supplies at hand.

Thank you for visiting today. I appreciate your time and your friendship. Take a moment to get more inspiration by visiting the other Dostamper Stars. Be well

Miriam

• Judy Strickling
• Sharon Bennett 
• Dawn Thomas 
• Cathy Peck
• Joan Weidling
• Angela O'Neill
• Dawn Olchefske
• Michelle Harrington 
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• Jan Carlson
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Well wishes

Hello my dear readers.  I am glad to be in a health state again, but I hear a lot of people still dealing with some nasty cold/flu that can last for 3 weeks. I wish any and all of you that your health be restored soon.

My mother-in-law underwent a major surgery on the 25th and my husband stayed with her for this past week. She is slowly recovering and we are also keeping her in our prayers. A Get Well card is in order with so many people ill. I used the color combinations from CCMC400, which I think it is simply lovely and got busy creating this card. The Timeless Elegance dsp is the background. I like that it make for a mute tone and let the Lost Lagoon and Delightful Dijon shine. The image is from the Awesomely Artistic and the sentiment from the Butterfly Basics Stamp set.  I like layering with punched shaped and this one is a classic. Love how the sentiment fit and filled up the oval. I was tempted to add a bow, but the sentiment was enough. A bit of lowers in the corner did the trick to finish balancing out the card.

Thank you for visiting today. Be well

Miriam


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Made in Heaven

The long term commitment we make when we take wedding vows is made in Heaven and all the hopes are that will remain that way for the lifetime. Ups and downs are part of the growth, and without them it would all be too boring and plain.

As a surprising mix that we are all made of, so is a marriage. Precisely the reason why I chose do many textures for today's card for the Mojo Monday challenge 432. While the colors all blend very well, the texture provide the interesting parts and details of each one of us. The dsp I use for that is the Timeless Elegance, and I love the effect it gave. I like to combine Very Vanilla, Black, and Real Red, but today I was just in the mood for something different. The Bermuda Bay ribbon caught my eye and the decision was made. The sentiment is from the Rose Wonder stamp set, which was cut with the Lots of Labels framelits. The banners could not be any easier with the Triple Banner punch. The perfect bow to close and seal the deal.

Thank you for visiting today. I hope you enjoyed the project and will brave a bit with the colors too. Be well

Miriam


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Ring it up.

My children are in a crazy count down for Christmas just like last year. They are having fun, but almost driving em crazy in the process. I have been busy and we are still having classes this week, I have plenty going on, and I am back on my knitting swing. My friend sent me lots of yarns and they all look so beautiful that I must knit!

But I have not abandoned my craft room and had prepared a wedding card today. Yes, and there are some new products in this card. As a matter of fact there are two new stamp sets used in this card: Rose Wonder and Flowering Fields. The Rose Wonder is absolutely a must and it has a framelit to match. It is gorgeous. The Flowering Fields is from the Sale-a-Bration catalog and I a perfect set for background making, and that's what I used that one for on this card. I add a touch of the Timeless Elegance DSP and could not call this card completed without the touch of ribbon and a beautifully made bow.

Thank you for visiting today. I hope you will stop by again soon. Be well

Miriam

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An elegant celebration.

I know that Thanksgiving is just tomorrow and with that, plenty to think about it and to be thankful for. It is ideal to have this time to reflect about life in general, and remember all the pieces that make us whole. For those of us married, we know that there is plenty to celebrate, ponder, and to be thankful for.

And a wedding card it is today to be entered at the Mojo Monday challenge 425. That beautiful Timeless Elegance DSP is absolutely perfect for a wedding or anniversary card, don't you think? I heat embossed the sentiment from the Label Love stamp set in black to give an extra touch of elegance. And with all the Online Extravaganza going on and all the pretty ribbons with super discounted prices, I add a touch of it with the most perfect bow. You can get your one of My Bow Maker for free with your $50.00 purchase (before taxes and shipping).

I wish you all a happy and blessed thanksgiving. I look forward to seeing you again soon. Be well

Miriam

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More birthday?

Absolutely. As far as I am concerned this week is birthday week with my first born child turning 10. Big milestone to reach 2 digits and it deserves to celebrate.

Why not use CCM challenge 369 and make another birthday card? And look at that butterfly from Watercolor Wings? I love how we can use so many colors in a single image without using the markers. I thought about layering with another butterfly but decided against as I was aiming at colors to match the Pretty Petals dsp and for a nice contract against the Timeless Elegance dsp. The small sentiment is from Something to Say and the little banner was a snap to cut with the assistance of the marvelous Triple Banner Punch. Got to love those punches.

What are you celebrating this week? I hope you have lots to celebrate and be happy about it.

Thank you for visiting. Be well

Miriam

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Cheers!

This was a rather busy weekend for me. I have several things coming up next weekend and I needed to get ready as the week is gearing up to be a busy one too. I prepared over 100 cards for next weekend, some note pad covers, and did a good cleaning in  my craft area.

I feel so energized when I am productive. It pays off to plan and be on top of my game. Anyway, I did prepare a card based on the SSSC 280 using the Timeless Elegance DSP, the Filigree Frame TIEF, a touch of ribbon, and couple hearts. A very simple card for an anniversary or wedding event, that is sure to please bride & groom.

Thank you for visiting and please do come back again. Be well

Miriam

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