I'm baaack! Tom and I had a wonderful 8-day road trip complete with lots of Autumn color, a dream come true in nature, and one more that we never expected!
But first, I hadn't had the first load of laundry in the dryer before I got started on making my FMS card using Kim's fantastic sketch this week...
When reaching for patterned paper, I'm sure you'll agree that lots of time
is consumed choosing patterns that work together - am I right? Well one of the wonderful friends I visited along the route made quick work of that for me today - I 'upcycled' a bit of the gift bag Birgit blessed me with on Friday morning - our last stop in Maine! Thanks for the gift AND the idea, my friend!
This sweet little piece with fun flora and fauna was the bag topper and the
pretty plaid was just one of a full pad of papers for Memory Box.
I only wish I'd have thought to make a few acorns like those green ones in the paper...
These acorns are from Altenew and look pretty cute tied up with
a SU linen bow IMHO!
This one's already in the mail, and I can't wait to see what those talented
DT friends of mine will share over at the Freshly Made Sketches blog!
We hope you all will have fun with this one, too!
=] Michele
Oh how FUN Michele! The dsp gift from Birgit certainly paid off as they are perfect for the sketch and I'm in love with those sweet acorns in the center tied with the linen thread! Such a warm and sweet card capturing the essence of Autumn my friend!! Hugs. :0)
ReplyDeleteThis is extra sweet! Those little animals are just darling. Too bad there wasn't a moose among them! Love it!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful Michelle. I love the acorns. They are so cute and the paper is darling. It all matches perfectly.. I love it and I’m sure your friends will love it too. 🪵🐿️🍁🍄
ReplyDeleteSounds like a wonderful time, and a great upcycle! I mean, who wouldn't love to reuse that pattern -- you've made a terrific card out of it!
ReplyDeleteYou're a quick thinker to put this together so quickly! I absolutely LOVE the critter/fall paper, and the plaid you put with it is perfect! The acorns look fabulous! Just beautiful, Michele!
ReplyDeleteClever use of the patterned paper and what a great idea to use the gist bag. It is a cute little card xx
ReplyDeleteI love this but am surprised you didn't use the hedgehog or fox from the Heart Hugs set. Maybe you have more of that darling paper? So glad you had a good trip. Can't wait to hear all about it
ReplyDeleteThis was the gift that keeps on giving, my friend! I love those sweet acorns tied up with string and these Fall colors!
ReplyDeleteThis is simply delightful in every way. So glad you had a wonderful trip and made it home safe and sound.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic way to use the sketch AND patterned papers too. I so love this card and the endless possibilities of the design. Well done, Michele. Need to hear all about your trip!
ReplyDeleteI love that you pulled these from a gift bag!! The fun shapes of the background are a fabulous addition to the sketch!
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a wonderful trip and are home safe. Love your sweet card with those fun critters and fall elements. That plaid paper is perfect with it. Your acorns are cute tied with the linen string and that sentiment is perfect. Great take on the sketch.
ReplyDeleteOh that delightful patterned paper adds a whimsical touch to your card! And no matter what color those acorns are, they're a nice focal point ;)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun take on the sketch. Looking forward to hearing more of your road trip.
ReplyDeleteHi Michele! That was a smart way to create the wreath looking shape on the FMS. And your choice of papers was perfect too!
ReplyDeleteThese papers are the perfect combination! I just love all that texture. And the cute little acorns...fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThese papers are just gorgeous and the wee acorns are adorable!
ReplyDeleteOh! This pretty card is total sweetness, Michele!
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect pairing and so fitting after your trip! Love it!
ReplyDeleteOh Michele, somehow this post passed me by. Your card is adorable and yes, even more adorable in person. What a great way to re-use the gift topper!
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