Today is my special day….my husband comes home from the hospital since he had a unfortunate and freak accident on September 1st! The great news is…he is doing GREAT…he will be GREAT….and he has a GREAT attitude and determination to gain his strength!
We are "empty nesters" and have lots of animals that keep up busy! Below I wanted to share a "too cute" picture if 2 of our boys! I caught them yesterday morning looking out the window…and I just had to snap a shot to send to John saying ….come home – your missed!!!
As you can imagine, John is super excited to get home! I have the house ready for him to be safe and be able to do his rehab etc…and I know that there were so many nurses and Rehab people that touched him so naturally I needed to do something special for John to write them a note of thanks and appreciation!
This card was a 1st inspiration from my wonderful upline, Mary Fish! I not only feel fortunate and blessed to be part of the PALS….the cyber Pals, friends and customers I have met through this journey in being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator has simply been the best!
Click here to see Mary's Card that inspired me…actually I think that this card was the one that pushed me over the edge to hit that button and sign up to be a Stampin Up! Demonstrator! I had already probably bought "5 kits" worth of Stampin Up products over the years….but I decided to take the plunge for no one else but ME!!! Love it and have never looked back!
Let's get to this card that will touch many peoples heart that have such a demanding yet compassionate job….there are LOTS of punches used but to me punches do add so much little special touches that make a card special! I think this is a super cute card….how about you????
Here is a run down of the punches used….
- Owl Builder Punch
- 2 1/2" Circle Punch
- Scalloped Oval Punch – cut this in half for the wings!
- Bird Builder Punch – for the wings
- Modern Label – for the frame of "thanks"
- Word Window Punch – to pop of the "thanks"
- Itty Bitty Shapes Punch – the cross on the hat!
The Stamp Set I used was the super-duper "Lots of Thanks"….LOVE IT! Not only did I use it on the outside of the belly band card…but on the inside I also used the most appropriate sentiment of…"Thank you for caring"…how perfect!
You all know by now…I love odd size and fun, interactive cards! This card with a simple "belly band" is not only fun….it is different and this card is really not hard to make….you just have to "switch gears" and think out of the box of your normal cards making habits!
After making the card…I looked at it and thought there was too much Crumb Cake ( I can't believe I am saying this as I adore this paper) but I thought it needed a bit of break! Just cutting a panel and then cutting that in half was the perfect solution!
I did sponge the edges of the whisper white with Sahara Sand….( I thought that the Crumb cake would be too stark!) Oh…the hat – (sorry it hard to see – click to make it bigger) came from the "belly part" of the owl punch….just trim it a bit and PRESTO!!! Cute! (I probably should have lightly sponged that as well!)
The envelope was a simple lined envelope using the Subtles Designer Series Paper Stack and the Envelope Liner Framelit…( a must have)…so simple and fun!
I hope that this card put a smile on your face and please think of us today! It is super exciting but also scary at the same time! John is sooooo focused to do his therapy and rest that he will be back to himself in no time!
Speaking of time….I know that we are all soooo darn busy – but I ask you…if you love our products…why don't you become a PAL?
Do you realize that over 80% of Stampin' Up Demonstrators are hobbiest…there is no obligation to remain a demonstrator or if it is "just not for you"….The PALS have an over 90% retention rate….WHY???? simple = cause' it's fun and there and no boundaries of what to do….the rule is to have fun and be inspired!
To become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator is $99.00 and you get to pick YOUR CHOICE of any products of $125.00 – you goodies SHIP FOR FREE and then if you choose to do nothing else…that's fine as Stampin' Ups! motto is for you to do it YOUR WAY……but I will say….I do not think that will happen becase we will have so much fun together inspiring each other!
You can click here and get started today….and become part of my team and become a part of the PALS community!
Think about it and list the pro's and con's…then ask me your questions…I'll behind you all the way!
Until tomorrow!
yeahhhh for your hubby being home. Great pic of the dogs.
What a cute card!
Ha, Ha. I like what Lucy said. Important things first. John coming home, loving animals and then cards. Triple Delight! Enjoy your weekend. 🙂
This is so stinking cute and such a great idea, and I’m sure those on the receiving end will really appreciate it.
So glad to hear John is coming home I’m sure that is a big relief for you both. Have a great weekend:)
Prayers for you and John. Be sure to take of yourself as well, we can sometimes get over involved with caretaking and forget we need rest.
Thanks for continuing to share your time and ideas with all of us.
Card is super cute and will be appreciated.
SIU and have a good week-end.
Love the card and best of luck to your husband in his recovery! (and you, as well!) What kind of dog is the little one on the right? Our little Buddy is a rescue dog and looks just like him but we are not sure what breed he is.
Awwwww….your ‘critter’ pic is so adorable. Adorable card too. The recipients will love it. I’m glad your husband is coming home to all of you! Thanks for sharing!
Great to read that your husband is coming home! My prayers have been with both of you!
Love this card, and all of the ones on your blog. Love the clean and simple look!!
Great picture of the dogs 🙂
So happy you joined SU, and thanks for sharing your talent with us 🙂
Vicky in OR
So happy to hear your Hubby is coming home. LOVE the picture of the pups looking out the window. They are so cute!
Oh and the card is cute too… LOL
Welcome home John. So happy that he will be home and able to recover & do therapy in the comforts of his home. That makes a big difference in a speedy recovery.
The dogs will be soooo happy to see him – probably be under foot all the time – they must have really missed him.
Take care of yourself too. Can’t have the caregiver getting over tired.
Love the card – I am going to have to get this punch. Never thought I would have a use for it. You have changed my mind. Thanks.
Have a great weekend – our thoughts & prayers are with you & John.
Take Care.
Which is cuter the card or the boys looking out the window? I love both! The little owl reminds me I had made some of them last year with a little mask and the trick or treat bag and added some bat wings to them and then decided not use them. Maybe I need to look to see if I kept them and make some cards with them this year. Otherwise, I never use the owl punch except for a few of the tiny circles and heart. I had forgot about Mary’s graduation card using the owl. That would be cute for someone in grade school too.
Glad he was able to come home finally! I am sure all will welcome him home.
How in the world you found time to make all these cards and posts during this time???????