Happy Friday, Happy November 18th….Happy 27th Anniversary to John and I ! I am the LUCKIEST person in the world – as John is a keeper of all keepers and this card is sooooo fitting for US where we are going today!
You know me….I adore, actually I LOVE “Memory Lane” and here is the “low down” of us….it is rather simple = A BLIND DATE!
Totally blind and when he came to pick me up……I opened the door and here was this TALL (6′ 5″) handsome man….and I immediately said, “I’ll be right back” – as I popped upstairs and put on heels as I am 5′ 4″ 🙂
If you follow my blog, (and I hope you do) I shared with you yesterday that I had a special card for our today. Naturally I knew that our Anniversary was today….but I was blindsided by John saying on Monday…we are slipping away for (2) days for our Anniversary. I am still unpacking from being away! 🙂
Naturally I was “touched” but I was also…YIKES – I have been a traveling Mom….but I was really touched, really happy! We are “RETREATING” to one of our favorite spots….but a place that there is NO Internet…..NO TV’s…..just a dream place in the middle of nowhere.
Because where we are going I knew that “Mr. Bear” would be the perfect help for an Anniversary Card. This guy makes you smile when you see him and who doesn’t love a BIG BEAR HUG!
This set, Bear Hugs is in the Annual Catalog and has matching framelits and there is also a super FUN stamp set that coordinates with these dies in the Holiday catalog, Fa-la-la-la Friends (I have the image listed at the bottom of the post) Stampin’ Up! was smart to continue to add to this stamp set!
You know my heart is soft for a square card and because you can make up a nifty envelope with the punch board…a win – win. I know that there are many of you out there that have this wonderful product but are fearful to use it…you know what I am going to say…PULL IT OUT AND USE IT!!!! Remember, if you do not want to use it for making envelopes (which I would think is super silly) – pull it out and make some POPPERS!!!! Click here to see that post!
Here is your picture to pin! I know that many of you have the Owl Builder Punch and I will say I use that heart from this punch a bunch! I just love the shape and size of it and it was the perfect touch to make this clean and simple card finished!
Also I wanted to point out – (I know that it is super hard to see in the picture) but I used a small stamp in versa mark on the real red piece. it is a circle stamp that I thought would be a great accent to the DSP. USE WHAT YOU HAVE….when you are creating something and think you need a “wee bit more” – step back and see what you have and add it.
Versa mark works great for quick additions to a project and it will not smear – just let it dry and you are “good to go”
There you go…one super quick and easy card but one that will be super special for John. He IS my Big Bear and I am blessed. I hope that this card shows you that taking just a couple of basic shapes….a simple stamp….a simple sentiment….BAM – you have created a great card.
This is the time of the year that all of a sudden we allow that S T R E S S factor to set in…..I am equally guilty of that and I think as I have “aged” – I say….take a deep breathe and just roll with it! John and I were laughing last night about Thanksgiving being a week away and if you could see my Dining Room Table – YIKES!!!! We just laughed and said, we’ll get it done!
Have a fabulous day and I hope that you can find some “me time” to create…..I am going to do something that I have not done in way toooooooo long…needlepoint!!!! I will share with you my project!
Happy Anniversary! Your card is beautiful and perfect for John. Enjoy your special, romantic trip!
Congratulations on 27 Blessed years together, Susan! Enjoy your time away from reality, gadgets and gizmos and “Just Have Fun” together! I quoted you~
Happy 27th. Susan and John .
Happy Anniversary!!!! Love the card, it’s perfect! Have a wonderful relaxing time!!! Oh! And have fun with the needlepoint!!!
Happy Anniversary!!!!!! What a fun card….love it!!!!!
Happy anniversary!! Enjoy your time together!
Have a wonderful getaway! May this be another year filled with happiness and joy for you and John. Happy Anniversary!
What a fun card for a great guy! Bear hugs all around! Happy anniversary with many more. Love the colors you chose. It just screams happy! But, I am with Brian King, those toes/claws are a bit creepy – we gotta find some boots for the big buy!
Happy Anniversary. Your bear is sweet. It took me awhile after I purchased my envelope board to get the hang of it, but now it’s a tool I love and use a lot. Have fun being “off the grid” this weekend.
Happy 27th Anniversary ! – And LOVE your card ! So cute !
Hi Susan & John,
Happy Anniversary. Love the card.
Have a wonderful time.
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Happy Anniversary and enjoy your time away together.
Happy Anniversary! You and John are so perfect for each other!!! So glad he planned a special getaway for you~ Have fun! I am sure he will love the card. I hope he made one for you too now that he is a seasoned stamper. 🙂
Susan and John, Congratulations on 37 wonderful years, ,and many more. Your card is so adorable. Enjoy your time together. On Wednesday 23rd My husband Bob and I will be married 43 wonderful years together. Hugs,Ellen Hinds
Congratulations, Susan and John. Love your card for John. Have a wonderful time off the grid.
Best wishes and congrats on your anniversary – you two sound PERFECT together and what a wonderful thing! Wishing you safe and happy travels on your weekend get away. Hugs and blessings!
Happy Anniversary, Susan and John! That blind date was a perfect match for two special and deserving people. I’m sure you will love your time away together…you both deserve the peace and quiet time away. I’m sure John will love your card and he has set high standards for his own card-giving now. He will never be able to go back to giving “Hallmark-type” cards again. Sending hugs your way! 🙂
How nice of you to share your trip down memory lane with us. This card is indeed a keeper like John! Very adorable Mr. Bear. As for Thanksgiving… turkey pot pies for everyone! Hungry Man to the rescue! (Or may I recommend nachos, which is what I think I’m having).
Happy Anniversary, Susan and John.
Today is my anniversary as well…49 wonderful years!