Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Freshly Made Sketches #736

My wonderful teammate Verena has a gorgeous CAS style about her cards - perfect for Freshly Made Sketches #736 and her happy sketch this week ...


I've also found it perfect for a fun 21st birthday card for my granddaughter!
Where have the years gone?  I'm sure she's thrilled about this milestone
birthday - but this grammy really wishes she was still 5!


These 'old birds' are from Ellen Hutson, designed by Brandi Kincaid, 
and go way back to 2019!  But I still love them!


Three of five 'chicks' found their way onto Verena's circles - though
I can't say they are in 'pecking order!'  Another oldie but goodie from 
MFT: Jumbo Ric Rac brought more fun as does the burlap texture from
HoneyBee's embossing folder.


I'll save the inside sentiment just for Lola!

Hope this and all the wonderful inspiration from my teamies get
your creative juices flowing - come play!
=] Michele

20 comments:

Bonnie said...

How delightful, Michele! These three 'cluckers' are such fun and fit the sketch perfectly! The burlap and ric rac keep it rustic and playful! Your granddaughter will be delighted!

Marcia Hill said...

Awwwwwww...what a sweet card for Lola!! Your chicks fit beautifully into your circles and who can say no to ric rak?!! Love the textured background and the sentiment too!! Awesome card my friend!! Hugs. :0)

LeAnne said...

Those chickies are adorable! LOVE the rickrack and I believe I have that burlap EF as well! Your DGD will love this!

Cat Craig said...

Lovely combination of elements, Michele. Great take on the sketch. Who doesn't love chickens.

lostinpaper said...

Oh, she is going to love it, what a fun fun card Michele!

donna mikasa said...

Oh, those chickens are a hoot! And that sentiment? Only a 21 year old would appreciate the punny-ness, I think!

TK said...

This is DARLING, Michele! While definitely hilarious, your different elements are a sheer delight together -- well done, Friend!

Jeanne said...

Love your sense of humor and fun, Michele. I'm sure your granddaughter was thrilled with the card. I admire how you keep the older stamps in rotation!

Leslie Miller said...

You make me love these sketches every time, Michele! This one is especially appealing and fun with your chickens and burlap and polka dots. What more could a girl want? Well, lots of things, I suppose, but this combination pushes all my buttons. So cute!

Karren said...

Oh this is delightful! The chicks are adorable and your colour scheme is fabulous!

Lisa Elton said...

Those chickens are sure to bring Lola a big smile, not to mention the polka dots! Cute card, Michele!

Helen said...

What a great card Michele! I love the combination of textures, circles and fun little images! Super cute and lots of fun! I just love it! I'm sure your granddaughter will love it too!!

Stephanie Lanzalotto said...

Way to dig into your stash and come up with a fabulous make for Verena's fabulous sketch. Love those chicks, the colors and all that delicious texture. Lola is sure to love this too!

Bobby said...

I'm sure Lola knows and loves your sense of humor, Michele, and this card will give her a giggle as it did me.

Kim S said...

How wonderfully fun for a 21st birthday!!

Verena said...

Your card made me laugh out loud, Michele! I'm sure your granddaughter will love it, too!

Jen Brum said...

This is one fabulous 21st birthday card! I love those chickens! They are so adorable and are paired perfectly with that textured background!

Cécile RIBON said...

Oh ! What a super fun card, Michele! These chickens are sooo cute!

Judy Rozema said...

She will love this! The colors are so fun. Love your texture!

Linda Callahan said...

This card just made me smile - adorable - and yes we want those grandbabies to stay little forever!