Wednesday August 30th

 Good Morning! Just a quick showing of some new cards. These 'Big Hugs' stencil and die set from concord & 9th. They are sooo easy and who wouldn't like a special hug??

                             Extra color combinations for later!

                                The hearts are in the die set

                                     Endless variations

                               

                                     

                        Hope you enjoy & Thanks for looking!

                                           Mary

Wednesday August 22nd

These cards are from Stampendous 'topper' sheet. They are easy, and a couple of them are more masculine themed.

                 The topper sheets are in the backgound.. Not sure how clear this shows them. The card is has memory box plaid backgound paper. I think the verse at the bottom is from Tim Holtz collection.

                                           

                                            

              Of course I love the doggie in the truck!

 

Hope you enjoy!

 

Thanks for looking!

                                                    Mary
                   
 

Monday! August 21st

 Wow, here is a thought, my Dad would be 117 years old today!! He was a good guy. Hard working, and loved his family. I am so lucky to have those good memories. The little guy on the left is my father, Sherm, then little Harry with the cone hat & Edward, the oldest. My Grandma and Grandfather.

 My Grandfather traveled the US. My Grandmother kept the farm, (yes, she did), going at that time. In lieu of his travels, he made me learn all the states and capitols. Still remember that. I was the only grandchild for 10 years, so I was super spoiled! Another time, more stories!
                       I know I ended this abruptly, but I thought I would add more pictures and realized they are either in albums or still packed. This is just a heartfelt memorial to loved ones that impacted my life!

 

                                  Thanks for looking!

                                       Mary

Sunday, August 20th

 Just found these. This is a Heartfelt Creations die. I have a lot of these  'fussy' or 'intricate' dies, but rarely use them anymore. This is a pretty one! I was happy to  use some of my purchased silky flowers. 

         Too many of these???  Maybe, but I did have fun making them! This is all for today. Have a nice evening.

                                Thanks for looking!

                                      Mary
                                    

Sunday, August 20th

 Certainly late for me to blog today, but I was looking at all the cards that are still hiding on my camera.  I decided I better share some this month or lose them altogether!!

                   These two card are made with Spellbinders (or Pink fresh studio) hot foil dies. The flowers are a combination from Elizabeth craft & Spellbinders. Usually whatever color scheme fits the card!

              Really liked these two when I made them. Yes, the one above is designer paper background.

    The next two are Birthday cards again. Love the skinny candles!

                           The background is a layered stencil.

                                             Stay cool!
                                 

                                         Thanks for looking,

                                                  Mary

                             

Thursday August 10th

 Had started this post earlier today, but totally got sidetracked! Actually had to wash stamps, put a ton of stuff away, and clean up my craft table so I could find anything!! 

A big thanks to my longtime friend Linda who sent me a bunch of dies! I opened them early, you know me, I couldn't wait! So here are some of the ones she sent. So much fun!!

               

                              Tell me these are not adorable!

                 These two Merry Christmas cards were sort of mixed in on the camera. I like the words bettter than the trees. I ordered these.

                 I got these from Linda too. I am cup crazy and these are about 1 1/2" tall and just so sweet.

                            Yes, all five are shaker. They are easy.

                             One more picture to show. I have two more 'penguin 'characters that I haven't used, and a Colorize santa too What a nice suprise...

                   I think these guys (gals) are pretty cute! Thanks again to Linda for giving me such a good time!! Wish you were closer!

                                                     Thanks for looking!

                                             Mary