Wednesday, November 30, 2022

Creating a scene!

Creating a Christmas scene is easy to do when armed with really darling supplies - like these I was so lucky to win recently!  Thank you, Papertrey Ink!

This type of card is often layered up which makes them harder to mail - I've done my best to keep the USPS happy today!

Staying calm during the holidays can be tough ... 


Finding a cozy place to cuddle up with a good book can help...


A happy memory - like our first kiss that happened on a little bench this very color - really can make our spirits brighter.  Remembering to be joyful and merry, and taking note of the many blessings in my life helps, too.


YES!  it is a card! With a special message for my husband that
I will keep to myself, thank you! wink

Thanks for stopping by!
=] Michele

Papertrey Ink - Winter Bench stamps and dies

14 comments:

Linda Callahan said...

Well this post just put me in the Christmas spirit! Sweetest holiday cards ever - with a perfect touch of romance!

Bonnie said...

Such a cozy scene with the shiplap and stockings! And the benches are wonderful! How special to make one with special meaning for your best guy!

Marcia Hill said...

LOVE all 3 Michele!! The simplicity of your 1st card, the coziness of your arched shaped card, and the actual bench card...they all 3 are FABULOUS!! You have made this stamp set shine!! Hugs. 😊

Jeanne said...

These are absolutely delightful and so festive, Michele. I love the bench and how you commemorated a special moment. Doing my best to go with the flow and start to enjoy the season whether or not cards get made this year. Thank you for always being so generous with your sharing. Crafty hugs!

LeAnne said...

Wowza! You put ALL those fun PTI goodies to work. LOVE the park bench, but I think the pillow is my favorite! Just so much goodness to look at!

Stephanie Lanzalotto said...

I love all of these. The first is about how much decorating I really feel like doing. You are rocking those arch dies lately and I love the way you used them in your second. The third wins the prize. I love the color of that wonderful bench, the wreath, blanket and pillow are wonderful elements and of course, the story. Love it all.

TK said...

They're darling! Love all 3, but I'm sure the one makes it to the top of your list, Michele! Congrats on the win and the awesome mood today!

lostinpaper said...

ooh, I adore these Michele! Love your choice of colours and it's even cool enough here today to add a cozy blanket (although I may need an umbrella as well lol.)!

Leslie Miller said...

Awww, Michele, these are wonderful! I love all these little scenes, sweet and heartwarming. "All is calm" is how I like the season to be. What a great win!

Brenda said...

OMGosh Michele, all of these scene cards are just gorgeous!!! The shiplap wall with the shelf and stockings is so heartwarming. I love the bench with it's festive pillow and blanket, a good way to snuggle up and read, especially if it is in a bit warmer climate. lol But the bench shaped card is my favorite, love how festive it looks, love the color and wreath, that blanket and pillow...the sentiment on the pillow...so true! But what I love most of all is the story behind this bench. Love, love, love!!! Hugs, Brenda

Lisa Elton said...

A trio of prettiness! The last is my favorite. Not only for the way it looks with the pretty blanket and two hearts on the wreath, but for the memory you have for it! I count you as one of my many blessings XO

Cat Craig said...

What a lovely collection of nostalgic cards, Michele. Love them all.

Papercraft Boutique said...

A special trio of darling Christmas cards, Michele! They're all full of warmth, love, and holiday spirit. Love how you slightly colored the shiplap wall. The dome-shaped argyle gray backdrop is cool too. The bench shaped card is so cute and unique. Tom will get a kick out of it!
Hideko xx

Karren said...

Gorgeous scene cards! That bench and all the accessories are wonderful!