Friday, April 8, 2011

Bonjour!

  
Hello everyone!  It's been a very busy week and I apologize for being away so long.  I've been shopping to get some last minute items for our daughter ... a raincoat, adapter/converter, snacks, a new over-the-shoulder bag ... big enough to carry all she needs for day trips around town and for souvenirs.  My best girlfriend in all the world is in Paris right now.  I am so excited for her - and I admit a little worried too ... but what mother wouldn't be?  She called to tell me they spent the afternoon at Notre Dame and that she already bought something for her little brother - "it's perfect" she says and I'm sure it is.  She is always thinking of others - my girl has a big heart and I miss her so.

Did you see the beauty at the CR84FN Color Challenge this week?  I'm quite late getting in on this challenge and have been dreaming of it all week.  The colors are just gorgeous and I love how they work together.  A new stamp set came this week and I have been so anxious to share it with you.  Here's the inspirational image from Mona ... once again - the quote speaks to me ...


My card is Crumb Cake brushed lightly with a vanilla paint as is my cardboard focal point.  Layered scraps of designer paper such as Elegant Soiree and Greenhouse Gala.add color and pattern.  When I saw the row of green flower lace at the local craft store ... oh my, I was in love ... I should have bought more spools.  The new stamp set is called Four Frames and is included in the "Spring is Blossoming" promotion - a sneak peek into the next catalog release from Stampin' UP!  This set coordinates with the Decorative Label Punch and I couldn't be more thrilled!  The polka-dot frame (stamped in Old Olive Classic Ink) is my favorite ... until I ink up the next one.  You can see more of this set over at Ginny's Place.  The sentiment comes from Happy Together stamped with Chocolate Chip Classic Ink (although I didn't use them here, the little quails in this set are so cute).  The bow is dyed seam binding with a brown button and a sweet little flower added for good measure...you'll see I repeated the same combination.


Time to go bake some muffins for a girlfriend get-together tomorrow.  Thanks for stopping by ... I hope you enjoyed your visit.  Au revoir!


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22 comments:

  1. Aboslutely gorgeous, Joanne.....I think that Four Frames set is going to get a lot of exposure!!! Your little lace flowers are delightful!

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  2. Beautiful and lovely, such refreshing spring colors!
    I love Paris too, it is one of my favorite city!

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  3. This is so GORGEOUS, Joanne! LOVE all the papers and that bow! LOVE the corrugated paper behing the sentiment! So Pretty! THX for playing with us at CR84FN!

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  4. What a gorgeous card, Joanne. I am sorry you are missing your daughter, but I am sure she will have a wonderful time full of lovely memories!

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  5. Joanne - utterly beautiful!! I love the papers in your card, all the details too - the ribbon, buttons and lace! It's fab! Thanks for playing along with CR84FN this week!

    PS - Paris is the most wonderful city - she'll have great memories.

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  6. So beautiful Joanne! Such pretty patterned paper and I see you snuck in a bit of upcycled cardboard :) Looks fabulous! Thanks for playing along with CR84FN :)

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  7. This is breathtaking ... so very beautiful ... love the focal point ... it's just amazing ... my friend is also in Paris right now ... I know your daughter will love it ... my son did when he was there ...

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  8. This is so lovely, and I'm sure your not far from your daughter's thoughts either. Thanks for your sweet comments on my project for PC's 350 Cards and Gifts blog hop!

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  9. Joanne, SO pretty! Love the corrugated paper and the sentiment and frame are wonderful!
    XO
    Beverly

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  10. Joanne, your card is so beautiful! I will have to check out CR84FN. And thanks for leaving the sweet comment on my blog about my butterfly bush. I do trim it back every year but just thought maybe I had over done it last fall. Hope your daughter has a wonderful and safe time.

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  11. SO pretty, love the green tones, corrugated card, gorgeous bow and that sweet flower trim!! Fabulous!!

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  12. WOW!! You really ROCK the CR84FN challenges! Loved your red and green card you made for last week's challenge (just saw it) and this is another super beautiful card! Love all the details - WONDERFUL!

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  13. Beautiful! I love the cardboard piece too. Thanks so much for joining us this week at CR84FN! :)

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  14. Oh WOW!! This is so pretty.. Then again everything you make is just gorgeous.. I love to pop in and get some inspiration here. Those colors are pretty.. Hope you have a wonderful weekend..

    Hugs, Linda

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  15. WOW Joanne!!! I LOVE the way you used green as your predominant color! And used it so well!!! This is STUNNING!!! The use of corrugated cardboard is such a wonderful textural detail! Absolutely FABULOUS!!! Thanks so much for playing along with CR84FN!!!

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  16. This is gorgeous, Joanne! I love all the patterns & textures you have incorporated into this stunner.

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  17. There is just so much beauty to be found in the pages of your blog, Joanne! This creation is no exception! Such perfect, little details! And what sweet words about your daughter! TFS! She's beyond lucky to call you Mom!

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  18. It's always worth the waiting when you are busy because when you do post a card it's always a stunner :)
    Spring. elegance. romance, perfect choice of papers and embellishments. Joanne you never cease to amaze me. This card is to die for; breathtaking!
    Your daughter will love Paris but I know what you mean when you tell us that you miss her....I think we all do!
    Hugs!

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  19. What a pretty card, Joanne! I hope you're daughter has "un bon temps a Paris!"

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  20. Sooo pretty! Love all these prints together.

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  21. LOVE how you used the colours on this card!! Fabulous texture and card :)

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