You would think using the Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper in the middle of a hot, humid summer would somehow beat the heat…nope! But this paper is not just for winter. Today, I created a Thinking of You card with someone who is struggling a bit in mind. I hope just knowing that I’m thinking of this person will brighten their day a little.
As a card maker, I don’t send out that many of the cards I make. I have so many cards just waiting to be sent that are just sitting and piling up. So with this in mind, I’m trying to make an effort to send more cards whether there’s a reason or not. Sending a card is one of the simplest acts of kindness, especially with all the turmoil in the world today. So here’s a question: do you send many cards? And here’s another question: would a card from me brighten your day? If so, let me know and I would love to send you one!
I used the Tic Tac Toe Challenge board as inspiration…choosing the first row across: Nature, Circles, Foliage
The DSP did most of the work on this card. I did have to reach back in my stash to use some retired products, such as the Layering Circles dies along with the Butterfly Gala stamp set for the heat embossed sentiment on the front.
The sentiment on the inside comes from the current, Inspiring Imperfections stamp set which is in the Annual Catalog and was perfect for this card.
While I’m not on this week’s design team for the Tic Tac Toe Challenge, I do enjoy participating and would love it if you would head over to check out the designer’s creative projects HERE and perhaps contribute your own! I think you will really enjoy playing along!
Thanks for stopping by today!
Take care,
Rosanne
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Love this card layout with the circles! Thanks for reminding about this beautiful DSP as you are so right…it’s not just for winter! I am so glad it is still available!
This paper was one of my favs. Your card is certainly lovely and will def cheer up your friend …
I too have so many cards accumulating. When it’s a special date for someone I make them a special card !!! Oh boy !! I do send the cards for 2 of my groups birthdays .. But I don’t see a dent !! BUT let’s keep up w/ our happy addiction !!
Thank you, Ruth! I was surprised that this paper carried over, so I’m trying to think of different ways to use it! We do have a happy addiction, don’t we?
Thanks for sharing a wonderful idea for this background DSP. It’s beautiful and I never quite know how to use it. And yes, definitely make more cards than I send despite good intentions. 😊
Thanks, Wendy! This was a hard one for me to use, too!
Your card is definitely one that will bring a smile to the person receiving it. Love how you used the paper and circles with the birds. Great use of this paper to show that is not just for winter.
Thanks, JoAnn!
Very Pretty!
I make and send lots of cards…….I still have tons of cards. I donate to my county Meals on Wheels and the local VA hospital! Also, Stamp n Storage sponsors Bee A Blessing-you can write a note about someone that would benefit from a handmade card & many people send in cards, SNS sends them to the person!
Cardmaking is the best way to send kindness!!!!
Stephanie, thanks for the information about Stamp n Storage…I would love to participate in SnS’s program. I agree, Cardmaking is a great way to share kindness and aren’t we lucky we have such a wonderful hobby to do so?!