Good Morning and here is to a new week! YIKES….I have been here…there…and everywhere over the past 5 days and it has been great but I am in the “caveman ages” in getting in the groove! I have a classic “funny” for you at the end of the post…never a dull moment on Randall Lane!
I came home last night from being away and felt like a dog chasing its tail in trying to be productive in typing up a post for you that I simply said….tomorrow is a new day and sat with John and the pups as watched the Carol Burnett’s 50th Anniversary Show…..it was fabulous – did anyone else see it???…..Why can’t they make good old FUN shows like that! It was just the perfect evening!
I have a sneak peek for you today! I was excited that there are a couple of fantastic new Birthday Stamp Sets that are coming out in January with the Occasions Catalog and here is one for you today!
This is a photopolymer stamp…I am SUPER happy with that and the price point…just $17.00 and I am also SUPER happy with that! The thing that drew me to knowing that this would have a home on Randall Lane was the simplicity of it. When I see a stamp set that has great sentiments with a FUN FONT and also basic pieces that can build upon each other….I say SOLD!
My peeps sweetie’s Birthday was last week and I wanted a sweet card to make her sweet face smile! MISSION ACCOMPLISHED with this keeper of a card! Is this EASY or WHAT! Just think of the color combinations you could use….and YES – a great solution for those hard to make masculine cards!!!! YIPPEE-SKIPEE!
You really do not need me on this one but I know you like it when I share the dimensions. You will find the colors that I used at the end of the post but here is the quick run down of the dimensions.
- Base 4 1/4″ square in Thick Whisper White
- Powder Pink layer is 4″
- Bermuda Bay layer is 3 7/8″
- Whisper White layer is 3 3/4″ and scored on all 4 sides!
To pick the colors I just looked what was on my work area….then threw in a couple of more POPS and PRESTO….a fun card! To me, candles are like balloon and polka dots – they make me happy and smile! 🙂
To make the little “wick”, I simply took a black marker…super simple! I just adore the look of the scored line….again, a simple technique that literally takes seconds to do. I will say, I do like using the Simply Scored Board over the trimmer when doing these line as I feel they get a better and deeper score.
Here is the other reason that I like this stamp set….the sentiments are not only perfect and appropriate for the fronts of cards….but a blue ribbon winner for the insides as well!
Again, simple yet still fun and festive. I think that the whole color scheme that I chose for the card just screams a fun day. (I honestly think I am trying to forget that it is getting cold outside) 🙁
Well…there you go….a SIMPLE CARD that would be perfect for making someone smile on their special day! I know that it sure did make Ashleigh smile and trust me….that is a beautiful smile!
I think I am in total denial with the retired list that was unveiled on December 1st. I honestly did not even print it off until last night (when I was chasing my tail) and it mad me sad ….another reason that I said….tomorrow is a new day! We all know it happens each and every year. It is the way that it is and an opportunity to take advantage of some great deals. CLICK HERE to see if there are any keepers for you.
In closing, here is a funny for you. We all know that my dear John is a keeper, truly a keeper…..well – when I was away and what did he do? Well….where do I begin….this is what happens when you leave your husband home for 4 days!
- He bought 2 more cases of white lights…..has stapled lights all down the fence and it looks like a landing strip as I drove in the lane
- He put these wreaths on every window of the house…and they are ones that I really do not like but I admit, they look nice
- He went and picked a tree….(he is soooo picky about his tree) as he loves Christmas…. that James, Ashleigh and him went and cut down the perfect tree!!!!
- He text me and asked what my password is for Amazon…..after I told him and then said why? He bought a nativity scene for the yard, I told you that he LOVES Christmas and also LOVES to decorate (which – I know….I am very GRATEFUL FOR) but I said – really….who in the world is ever going to see it?…..I loved his response…well the deer…the horses….the donkey…maybe the pig…and ME!
- Here is the best….he texted me again and said….oh honey, we are getting 4 Alpacas on Monday!
You just have to love him! Never a dull moment….they are not here yet…and I really do not know if they are coming but he also said….don’t worry – you do not need to go get them…..they are being delivered! What can I say to that?????
YIKES….Calgon, take me away…..never dull around here – see what happens when the peeps leave the nest!!!! Have a GREAT DAY!!!!
Can’t wait to see the alpacas, my favorite animals. And yes, we did watch the Carol Burnett show. I agree, I would love to see comedy like that on TV again. We laughed so hard our sides hurt! Love your festive card.
That show made my evening. John and I enjoyed it so much and then said….look how “clean and funny” that show was. To me, it is so sad that there is such bad “entertainment” on TV now…..Carol Burnett looked amazing as well….what a beauty!
I am still laughing at some of those skits….toooo funny!
First, I love your card. It is so fun! Can’t wait for the catalog. Yes, we watched Carol Burnett and I agree with you and Doris….we need more shows like this one. Alpacas…perfect for the holidays. Go John!
That John…what are we going to do with him! He is like a little kid and excited – I just smile and you know me, I will adore them.
They did not come today as John found out that we need to make some fence changes and also he is doing his ALPACA 101’s
Glad you liked the card…..simple, fun and easy!
Oh my, you’re right…never a dull moment at your house!!! Can’t wait to see some pictures of your new “family” members!
I have not yet taken time to play with this new stamp set, but after seeing your card, I am looking forward to getting it out and give it a go. Your card is super cute and I for one am going to CASE it!
Say hi to the gang back there and Merry Christmas!
Are your ears still burning…..PLEASE my friend……pull it out and get it inky – a keeper!
I WILL take pictures when “the girls” arrive……I am still shaking my head…actually I am keeping quiet on this one…..we do have an clan!
Let’s hope the alpacas are fake news – four of them to start out? Good lord, is he punishing you for being gone so much? Just kidding. But, if you are selling the house what happens with all the animals?
OK on to the card…..I have been considering this stamp set. I totally love “Cue the confetti” as I don’t like it myself but it looks so fun with a card. All your sequins (as a prop) would look so fun actually scattered AND glued to the card with that sentiment. Love the scoring on your card – just the perfect touch. I don’t know my party elements but shouldn’t there be a little cone shaped piece for blowing the party maker?
Off to check the clearance page to see if the confetti punch is still on there. One couple take a little teeny plastic bag and put some confetti in it and put it in the card too. But, I think I could make my own confetti too.
Sure glad you are back plus a post! I missed you.
P.S. Both the Sprinkles Punch with the cute swirly cues for confetti is still available as well as the hearts border punch that looks cool punched out but the remaining hearts make great confetti. Just saying if anyone liked my idea!
Love your idea, Chris!
WOOT-WOOT!
Awe, I missed you as well as you always make me laugh! GREAT IDEAS and it would be fun to put some confetti in the card ….except when you pull it out and say…..that darn Chris…..look at this mess!
John is like a kid getting a puppy…..he is very excited but we do need to make some changes to the fence as they could evidently crawl through the fence….
I do think that this will be a great stamp set to the BDAY collection….we always need more ideas – love the font FUN in this set!
After being in Australia and New Zealand for more than 3 weeks, I’m so happy to be home to catch up on the sneak previews and crafting blogs I missed. We were on 12 flights clocking 26,000 miles with no lost luggage!! Our tour group was 15 lovely people from all over the US with a great tour guide and we met many wonderful Aussies and Kiwis. There is nothing like one’s own bed and pillow. Today’s card is such a fun card, Susan. I love the fonts of this set. I can’t imagine your excitement to have four new family members delivered today.
OH MY….what an adventure…I am sure that it feels great to be home and in your own bed but I am also sure you are beaming with amazing memories….
This is my kinda card….simple yet fun! A great card to keep on hand…..
John and his 4 girls….he is excited!
You can buy Alpacas from Amazon???
What am I going to do with you! You are just too funny. I swear if I am behind a pickup truck I think of you and that rubber ducky! Here’s another funny…..I popped into the Post Office today and while I was talking to the clerk I swore I heard a bird…and sure enough – someone was mailing 4 pigeons….I have NO IDEA that you can ship an animal through the PO…..
I cracked up at Princess Judy`s comment above !!!! YAY ….John got his Alpacas !!! Love Chris`s idea of the confetti enclosed in the card …..I think John is definitely a CHRISTMAS KEEPER !
Glad you are back in the NEST !!! Love the card ….adorable !
Happy Birthday (belated )Ashleigh ! Lastly ….yes …I loved Carol`s show Sunday night …she looks great and no one has touched her type of humor yet in all these years .
P.S. I ordered those adhesive backed sequins (squeals of joy )
You are just so sweet and ALWAYS make me smile! My order is coming tomorrow myself and I am looking soooooo forward to seeing the sequins as well – It is always exciting to see the new kids on the block!
Hugs, my NC friend!
Beautiful birthday card. I adore those patterned candles. Love the photo with wood background and a smattering of sequins!
Thanks….I just love the simplicity of this stamp set and the fact that it is photopolymer is a HUGE plus in my eyes!
OMG where do I begin… O.K. Alpacas!? Yarn… Crochet!
On to this cute card. Love your colors and the layers. The candles are perfect. I might have to order this sooner than soon.
Hope you had a good day.
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I am smiling from ear to ear….I can just see you having the time of your life! John is just too funny about this, it’s amazing how a CPA can learn so much about these critters…..we are going to have to make fence changes before they can come!
Hi Susan, Love the card, and love the story! Alpacas … nice, but what I really want to know is: Does John make house calls? I have 2 work deadlines this week-one today, one Friday- and am helping my SU demonstrator prepare the “fixins” for 150 make-and-take cards for her church fair on Saturday (a last-minute request), so “Christmas” here, so far, consists of pine in the windowboxes on the house, a wreath on the door of the garage, and pine in a vintage watering can on an old bench in front of the garage. Nothing on the porch, except another old bench, which at least is red and the cat loves. Nothing inside. Three words sum up the situation: Pit. A. Full. (Oh, and the first cards arrived yesterday, and I haven’t even bought or made the ones I intend to buy or make.)
This is a card to make someone smile 🙂 Love the colors.
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