Happy Monday and we’re back in Maryland from a fun weekend! Tomorrow is Will’s actual Birthday and I do hope that you will pop in because it will be an amazing BLOG CANDY for one lucky person….who ever gets it will be doing a big happy dance…and trust me, all day on Tuesday I will be thinking about the wonderful memories and years that Will has brought to my life! I adore being a Mom!
I know that there many, many times that you get stuck on masculine cards…well, I have one for you today and I will also give you the measurements because I do hope that you CASE it as it is a keeper. This is the first time I have blogged with this stamp set, Milestone Moments but trust me, it is one to look at….and take it seriously!
I know that it is super hard to find stamps that have “key” milestone moments and I love that so many bases are covered, just like the word “thirtieth” but also I adore the font in the “happy” etc….but the ICING ON THE CAKE is the fact that it is photopolymer, clearly my stamp of choice!
I have made cards like this in the past using (2) pieces of card stock at a certain size (3 1/2″ X 3 3/4″) and then the sentiment piece is (1 3/4″ X 4″ ) and then matted with (1 7/8″ X 4 1/8″)…are the sizes of the card today!
This layout is a classic and one that when you are trying to “over think” – do this! It will make you have easier day…. 🙂
After I did the stamping I thought that there was just too much white (now that’s unusual) so I took a sliver, actually a strip that is 1/8″ wide in the Navy and just added it as shown to break it up! Can you see…it is still so simple yet classic!
A great card could not be without a great envelope! This paper is a freebie from SAB and I adore Navy as to me – Navy can go with just about any card and when you add an accent color, it makes it even that more special and classic!
Let’s have a great week! Can you believe that the calendar will be changing already – YIKES….March! Hang on….it is still February and tomorrow you will want to pop back to celebrate Will’s 30th birthday to have the chance to win some BLOG CANDY!!!!!
I just love being the “candy man” as when there are things in life to celebrate – I say “LET’S DO IT THE RIGHT WAY”
What a fabulous masculine birthday card!!!
Oh, thank you! I thought that is was a perfect card for my PEEPS special day!
Thank you for posting the sizes of paper. Masculine cards are something I’m always in need of with 6 sons and 5 grandsons. Thank you
Thank you for the comment. I will say, masculine cards are a tough one but I hope that the light was shine for you!
This is a great masculine card. The DSP works do well with this layout….love the addition of the navy strips with the sentiment. Sounds like a fun day tomorrow. Happy bday to Will in advance…I am going to have my knee replaced tomorrow and won’t be online for a few days. Enjoy your day!
Sending you cyber hugs, prayers and well wishes for a speedy recovery and to the doctor performing the operation. I know all will go well!
Thank you…your well wishes mean a lot to me!
Mary Ann H, I’m sending healing wishes for a smooth recovery. Wishing you the best. I’ll look forward to seeing you back here when you feel like it. Take care.
Thank you…your well wishes mean a lot to me!
OH NO….my sheep herder will be out of commission!?!?!? Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Please POP back on when you can and let us know that you are ok!
crisp and fantastic!
Awe Mary….you are the best!
Love this card. I too have a son turning 30 soon. Thanks for the great idea!!!
YIPPEE! We have sons the same age! I love this stamp set…..prefect for today’s cards and many others!
Let the CASEing begin! But BOO, I don’t have that stamp set! I will either have to put my thinking cap on or just add the set to the list! Welcome back to Maryland! Looks like you brought that yummy crisp New England weather back with you!
Oh Ramsey….what am I going to do with you…but smile! You can get an instant discount so go ahead and PUSH THAT BUTTON and do what you need to do – get this stamp….you will smile!
Love this card and weren’t you clever adding the navy lines in with the sentiment. You always have such wonderful ideas!!! #creative. ?
Thanks Ann! I am still trying to figure out the # ish……but I am glad that you liked the thin strips…I think that it really needed it!
Love this card layout, Susan. It could easily adapt with the right mood from the DSP to be for anyone, and I do love that it works well as is for a masculine card too. As always, TFS your talents.
Thank you…thank you! You are sooooo right that this can be adapted with many papers…to me, it is the stamp set that shines!
Oh I like this layout ! Also must say you have done it again ! I started a cardstock strip container like yours and I am going to be trying different sentiments to add strips to…. You are a SUPER STRIPPER !!
HB to your Will !! I think 30 is the age that men become adults !! Just saying !
Happy Monday !!
Yep…that’s me, the SIMPLE STRIPPER! You are just too darn funny! We had such a FABULOUS weekend away! (p.s. – I really like this card)
I wonder what Will would think about his mom being a “super stripper?” Great card and I truly love the addition of the navy strips of paper – I thought it was part of the stamp! I love that font for the happy birthday but I don’t think I would use much of that set otherwise. As far as blog candy tomorrow, just eliminate the middle man and send it to me, I definitely need a pick me up.
Oh no…you have an enabler! What am I going to do with you and Sonny! I am sure that you are going to leave a great comment tomorrow – and I can hardly wait to read it ….a classic, I’m sure…..
Love your masculine birthday card for your son. TFS!
Stylish and smart…love the strips of navy!
Just like you…SMART & STYLISH! (I am blushing)
Great masculine card, Susan. I love the color combo and the navy strips. Go Stripper Girl!! Have a great day!
I am beaming with joy! Thanks for making me smile…..again!
I’ve seen some really nice masculine cards in my travels around the internet lately. Yours is no exception. It’s a keeper for sure. I like that it is a milestone one and you’ve highlighted that on your card. (the speller says highlit is not a word, but it should be).
You are tooooooo funny! It is so hard for masculine cards….but I think that Will is going to like it!
Hi Susan, How are you? So excited about the blog candy for Will’s Birthday. This card is great, “so you” in color and ease. Have a great evening and looking forward to tomorrow.
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Oh, my sunshine…..I am doing well – my “joy tank” is filled! It was a wonderful weekend in Boston. The weather was A M A Z I N G …we felt soooooo lucky! PLEASE pop back tomorrow to win some “GREAT FUN”
I’ll say it again…How can our boys be turning 30??? I remember Will and Andrew playing soccer on the same team many years ago that brought us together…that and our joint love of photography and scrapbooking! Too funny that we were both in Massachusetts back to back weekends. Love your card for Will! Wishing him a Happy Birthday and a great year ahead!!!!
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