Unbelievable! This post is my 100th! It has been an incredible journey and to think that I have just started. So much more to do, create, and inspire! This blog has brought me immense joy and allowed me to be present and creative. Since starting this blog, I have provided a few guest posts on…
Archives for March 2013
Crafty Today: Get Well Sunshine Card
My grandparents were both in the hospital for different ailments and have since moved into a nursing care facility to regain their strength. I wanted to create a cheery get well card that will welcome them home. You need the following tools and supplies to create this card: Cricut machine Folk Art Festival Cricut cartridge…
Lone Rose
I saw this lone rose amidst a large patch of rose bushes. Sometimes you need to break out of the pack and stand on your own. A bit of fragrance always clings to the hand that gives you roses. – Chinese proverb *Tina
Photography Monday: Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Of all of the memorials we have visited over the years in Washington, D.C., the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is by far the most moving and overwhelming. The simplicity of the design allows you to become completely immersed in the environment so you are able to personally reflect on the lives lost. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial,…
Cricut Friday: St. Patrick’s Day Card #2
Since the Create a Critter 2 cartridge had two designs for St. Patrick’s Day, I decided to create both. You need the following tools and supplies to create this card: Cricut machine Cricut Create a Critter 2 cartridge Cuttlebug machine Cuttlebug embossing folder cardstock adhesive Fold the jade cardstock so it is a finished size of…
Crafty Today: Birthday Card #2
I was inspired by this post for a clever Valentine’s Day card and thought it could definitely work as a birthday card. You need the following supplies and tools to create this card: birthday eye chart Creative Memories Candy Shop Designer Paper Creative Memories Candy Shop Epoxy Stickers small square punch cardstock adhesive Fold the salmon…
Fantastic Freesias
While out walking in my neighborhood, I came upon this small patch of freesias in the parkway. It was unseasonably warm over the weekend so they thought it was to time to show themselves. So delighful! *Tina
Crafty Today: Happy Birthday Card #1
Creating gender neutral birthday cards can be quite challenging. But, sometimes the best designs come out of necessity. You need the following tools and supplies to create this card: Cuttlebug machine Cuttlebug embossing folders circle punches cardstock adhesive Fold the teal cardstock so it is a finished size of 4.25″x5.5″. In Microsoft Word, create the happy…
Photography Monday: Mount Vernon
On our last trip to Washington, D.C., we visited Mount Vernon, George Washington’s home for more than 40 years. It is located about 16 miles south of Washington, D.C. with the plantation situated along the Potomac River in Northern Virginia. George Washington’s plantation offers you a chance to understand America’s first hero and the fascinating world…
Cricut Friday: St. Patrick’s Day Card #1
St. Patrick’s Day is the next holiday I can celebrate with my nieces and nephews. You need the following supplies and tools to create this card: Cricut machine Cricut Create a Critter 2 cartridge Cuttlebug machine Cuttlebug embossing folder cardstock adhesive Fold the jade cardstock so it is a finished size of 4.25″x5.5″ and cut the gold…