First up … CAS Watercolour: Cool Colors.
I used their chart as my guide! Thank you, Bonnie!
This little MFT set, called Let's Stick Together and its dies, was just a joy to use for the first time! Sneaking in a few of those cool colors while Distress Ink coloring was fun... finding the perfect enamel embellishment, and this sentiment die from my friend was fun, too!
Next up, for CAS Stencil challenge where Nancy has asked us to use a NEW Stencil …
I'm mad for plaid - Tim Holtz must have known that when he designed his Plaid layering set! lol [you may have noticed the other new stencil on my first card, too!]
Could there be a sweeter home-base for this little Cacti family?
I haven't shared the sentiment today, as it would spoil
the surprise I have planned for someone on Valentine's day!
Can you stand that the blooms on the Cacti are heart-shaped?!
Okay. That washing machine does NOT load itself! So I'm off now to get these posted before the chore begins … thanks for spending a bit of your Monday with me! xx
=] Michele
These are just darling!! I LOVE your watercolor and the fun background on the second card.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you're truly sticking to the challenges...and doing it so well. I have a bit of a crush on plaid, too, so I understand you completely.
ReplyDeleteAdorable little prickly cacti and yes extra living the heart ones x. Great how you combined the cool colours on your first super cute card and a great layout too. The plaid is a fabulous background for the super cute guys x.
ReplyDeleteSo, so cute! I've got my eye on this set... Jo x
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, I love how you played with your stencils on both cards, Michele! They work perfectly with your Cacti family...especially the pretty plaid design! Thanks so much for playing along with us at CAS Stencil...We always enjoy seeing your creations in the
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Two fantastic cards Michele. LOVE that both have adorable Cacti and stenciling! What fun! Especially love the plaid stencil ... I think I might have it in my NBUS pile! :) Thanks for sharing with us at CAS Watercolour and CAS Stencil! xx
ReplyDeleteTwo super cards Michele, love those lil prickly cacti and the heart flowers...so sweet.
ReplyDeleteYou're cranking out the cute!! These are just delightful and bring a big smile!
ReplyDeleteLove both your cute cacti cards, Michele. So pleased you joined us at CAS Stencil with your 2nd card using the beautiful plaid stenciling. TFS both sweet cards, my friend. Hugs..Nancy
ReplyDeleteDelightful cards! You made cacti look cute! Never thought that would be possible. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteCute, CUTE cards Michele! The "cool" colors in your 1st card fit the cacti perfectly, and they really do make me smile!! Love your mad for plaid stencil too and once again, the cacti look perfect on this card! Never thought of myself as much of a cacti lover, but these little guys are kinda stealing my heart! Thanks so much for sharing with us at CAS Watercolour!! :0)
ReplyDeletesuper cute, super fun....great looking cards mf.
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Your "sticky" friends are adorable, Michele! What fun stencils! Gotta love that little enamel heart and the tiny heart blooms on the cacti!
ReplyDeleteOh goodness, what a cute pair of twofers Michele! You nailed the colors for the challenge with your first card. I love your stencil you used and I love the cactus stamp set, they are so adorable! What a great sentiment too. Your twofer is simply adorable and I am so loving the stenciled background plaid. But it is the cute cacti family that steals the show! Hugs, Brenda
ReplyDeleteSo very cute!!! Love that soft plaid and the cute cacti.
ReplyDeleteSuch a good card, happy smiley cacti and wonderful turquoise plaid a perfect combination xx
ReplyDeleteI just had to buy a new washing machine and you are right, I was surprised that it did not load itself, hang out the washing or bring it in.... what is the world coming to lol ps Cutest Cactuses... Cacti.... plants ever!
ReplyDeletethose sweet cacti are too adorable! I love the heart blooms, and you've showcased them perfectly on those stenciled backdrops!
ReplyDeleteA second look and I'm loving those stencils too! I have a similar plaid and LOVE it
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ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing with us at CAS Watercolour!
:) Karen
these cards are just SO CUTE Michele! love the faces on them and their heart blooms. That bold black sentiment on the first really pops and the plaid on the second is a lovely backdrop for your plants! thanks for taking the time away from your laundry (!) to play with us at both CAS Watercolour and CAS Stencil this month!! xx
ReplyDeleteTo hug a cactus or not to hug a cactus THAT! is the question!! Darling little critters aren't they!! I love how the one in the back appears to be waving LOL Sweet addition of your stencil too! I never think of stenciling on a panel and then attaching it!! you are too too smart! : )
ReplyDeleteWho knew prickly plants could be so cute! You sure did! Love the sweet stenciling and fabulous coloring!
ReplyDeleteSuch sweet fun designs! Love the stencilled backgrounds and yes, those heart blooms are adorable! hankyou for playing along at CAS Stencil, Cathy x
ReplyDeleteBoth cards are so adorable, Michele! I think I must get this stamp set! I love the circle backdrop and the plaid stenciled panel as much as the lovely cacti family!
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My sentiment would be "I'm stuck on you". Darling little cacti on both cards, Michele, and I'm a sucker for plaid too.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Love these cards! Thanks so much for sharing with us at CAS Watercolour! I can't wait for the washing machine to everything!
ReplyDeleteMichele I just adore these happy cacti cards... those sweet faces and your amazing designs... Forget the laundry , you are destined for better things!
ReplyDeleteCacti cuties, Michele ... with heart flowers and sweet faces ... how adorable ... fabulous with those yummy stencilled backgrounds! Love that bold sentiment on the first ... rather delicious! Hugs, Anita :)
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