It is that time of the month again, the 1st Wednesday of every month I do a “feel good” for patients that are in treatment for Breast Cancer! A group of volunteers meet at 6 p.m. and we have fun…this is a super rewarding project!
Sometimes it is hard to come up with cards…as we make sure that the cards are an uplifting theme and I think that this card will do just that!
This is a super easy card and it will go for anytime of the year! I was going to add some daffodil delight flowers but I like it just the way it is – 2 colors…clean and simple…and a project that the volunteers can easily put together!
Let’s get to the card and then I will recap all of the exciting things that are coming down Stampin’ Ups! Pike!
Remember, today is the LAST day to order from the HOLIDAY SALE…
Easy-peasy but very practical!
- The card and envelopes are the Note Cards and Envelopes in the 3 ½” X 5” size – love it!
- I cut another piece of whisper white a ¼” smaller = 3 ¼” X 4 ¾”
- Inking up with Island Indigo, I stamped that super cute telephone from the Timeless Talk Stamp Set. The sentiment “ Hello there!” is all that is needed!
- Wanting to do a little something extra and different, I simply cut ¼” strips of Island Indigo and using the Multipurpose Liquid Glue to adhere them was a cinch! (Remember to go easy with this glue = less is definitely best!!!)
TIP ALERT: When cutting thin pieces like this….I like to use the Stampin' Trimmer and the right side of the cutting area to measure small spaces…I just think that it is easier!
- Add a bunch of Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back of this and YOU’RE DONE!!!! Now this is what I call one fast and cute card!
- Let’s get to the envelope – very straight forward using a sweet print from the Gingham Garden Designer Series Paper and the Envelope Liner Framelit…(IT’S ON SALE TODAY AT 30% off – Stampin’ Ups! Cyber Monday fun!!!)
I know that this card will bring smiles to the ladies that are under-going treatment! This is such a rewarding project and I know 1st hand how important cards are to those that are going through illness.
3 years ago yesterday, I lost my wonderful Mom to a very fast and aggressive Pancreatic Cancer battle. In the less than 3 1/2 short months of a diagnosis ~ my wonderful Mom received over 400 cards from family and friends! She was the “QUEEN” of sending cards and it was the best medicine she could have been given as they truly lifted her! Getting the mail was a highlight of her day!
With this said, please do not underestimate the power of a handmade card and going to the mailbox to see a handwritten addressed note /card! It is the best and I think that it is soooo fabulous that there are so many card makers out there!
This is why I blog, I love to inspire you to show YOU that YOU can do it! Many times, we doubt our abilities to do things…I love to show YOU that YOU can…be positive and remember, you can always email me if you have specific questions!
Now to the fun happenings with Stampin’ Up! Lots to take in…you can click on the highlighted area and be inspired!
- Holiday Sale – products discounted from 20% – 50% off and this sale ENDS TODAY!!!
- The New Best of Stamp Set…it showcases and highlights stamps from the previous Sale-A-Bration's – WAIT TIL YOU SEE THE PRODUCTS THIS YEAR…woot-woot!!!
- Valentines – A Whole Lot Of Love – available Dec 1st – Jan 27th ( don't wait – limited amounts!) Below are a couple of fun things I love….but click the link to see everything!
CAN YOU SAY…..adorable!
I already have a vision for the 1st card I will make with the set!
Can't you see this beautiful heart heat embossed!!!
- Weekly Deals!!! Another Woot-Woot week of savings!
- THE BEST FOR LAST…..CYBER MONDAY!!!!! Click here to see and order the 6 great items featured! Think about the upcoming holidays – these make GREAT gifts, I have several people that will be thrilled to get the Envelope Liner Framelits!!!! THESE ARE ALL 30% for JUST TODAY!
| Description | Retail Price | Sale Price |
Envelope Liners Framelits Dies (item 132172) | $26.95 | $18.87 |
Expressions Thinlits Dies (item 132171) | $24.95 | $17.47 |
Holly Jolly Greetings Simply Sent (item 132159) | $14.95 | $10.47 |
Snowflake Season Simply Sent (item 132176) | $14.95 | $10.47 |
Large Rhinestone Basic Jewels (item 129324) | $4.95 | $3.47 |
Extra-Large Gift Box (item 132147) | $3.95 | $2.77 |
Let's have a fantastic week! I must say, I am feeling like I am getting a cold and that is very unlikely for me…I am one that does not do well with "laying low" – I am hoping it is just all of the fun and late nights I have been having with the holiday!
I thank you for being YOU! The comments, inspirations, emails and sheer encouragement you give to me to continue to do what I do…makes me love what I do even more….thank YOU for making me smile!
Until tomorrow!
Well, thank you too for making us smile. Great card, simple. I have so many of those thin strips hanging around. I like how you overlapped the corners and didn’t fussy miter them. Take care of yourself. 🙂
My kind of card, Susan, and it lift anyone’s spirits. Love the colors and the stamp, yep, keep it clean and simple:)
I know how you feel. My mother died in two months from an aggressive cancer 24 years ago. It was such a shock. I have also found that so many people are affected by receiving a card, handmade particularly. Our church card group has affected a lot of lives with our cards.