Sunday, May 6, 2012

I'm Here For You ...

Hello again!  Another volleyball tournament is behind us and another busy week lies ahead.  This is one mother that's anxious for summer!  Our daughter is graduating 8th grade so our calendar is full with activities planned in the coming weeks.  What a wonderful time for her to celebrate achievements and friendships made as she prepares for the next four years.  High school will bring new relationships and challenges ... I'm so proud and am looking forward to watching her continue to bloom.  Wishing I could be there by her side for every moment but knowing that there is much more for her to discover on her own.  How do you ever let go?

Although I have much to improve upon with my photography skills (hopefully you'll see a difference in the coming posts - it's a new goal of mine), here's a little something new to share with you today.  I made use of some retired background paper and added a stamped image from the Apothecary Art stamp set.  The coordinating Framelits Dies make it even easier to use this beautiful set.




A piece of chipboard painted a soft shade of yellow is the perfect spot to feature my crocheted flower.  I have so many new crocheted bits and pieces to share with you ... all made while enjoying my spectator seat at the volleyball weekends.  This one is embellished with buttons and a "stamped stamp" image (snicker ... "stamped stamp" ... giggle).  My bow is died seam binding dressed up with decorative pins, a tag from Petite Pairs, and a sweet yellow flower.

I hope you enjoyed stopping by today ... I always appreciate the time you spend here with me!

11 comments:

  1. Hello friend! Joanne this is my new favorite from you, there's such a warm coziness to it. Love your sweet crocheted flower and all of the special what nots you've added. FABULOUS!!

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  2. This is such a serenely beautiful card, Joanne. The yellows are divine! I love how you can choose seemingly unrelated papers and embellishments, and make them look like they're just meant to go together. LOVE this!

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  3. It's always lovely to visit here and see your beautiful creations ... this is gorgeous ... love the tones ... Best wishes to your daughter ... the time just flies!

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  4. Reading your post reminds me of when my daughter was young. I sure do miss those days. She is a mom now and I am a grandma, And Life really is sweet but time sure does go by fast. I wish your daughter the best of luck in High school.

    Your card is gorgeous. I just love your crochet flowers. I need to stop in at your shop and take a peek..

    Hugs~

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  5. Beautiful card. I love the lemon seam binding combined with the other yellow. Perfect.

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  6. Love the frame/label Joanne! And you've layered the pretties embellishments on top of it!! This is just beautiful!!

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  7. A beautiful card Joanne. The background paper is gorgeous as are all the different yellows. I just love your crochet flowers and look forward to seeing your other crochet bits.
    luv
    irene
    xxxx

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  8. What a gorgeous card, Joanne. I love the crocheted flower. What a great use of your time at the games. And of course, the seam binding bow is so beautiful.

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  9. Enjoy every special moment with you daughter; they will be grown up before you know it ( geesh I sound like a granny :)..) Your card is subtle and stunning. Brilliant choice of colors!

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  10. This is dreamy! I too have a daughter graduating from 8th grade soon, and I feel as you do. :)

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  11. These colors and papers together are gorgeous.

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