Job #1 Meet Job #2

Hello Stamper Friends

I had so much fun tonight - because I got to use my "Creative Job' to help with my "Regular Job".  You see, tomorrow night there are 3 different couples that my boss needs to thank, and as the Executive Assistant, it fell to me to purchase the bottles of wine that will be gifted to our hosts.

I decided to go one step further.  Each recipient will receive a hand-made Thank you card with their bottle of wine.  And notice the cute little wine tags on the neck of the bottles?  I had a blast tonight combining various shades and textures of gold so that these tags would be just right for the bottles (and the people) they were created for.

I can see how Job #1 and Job #2 might overlap a wee tiny little bit sometimes, don't you?

At any rate, I'll be back tomorrow to fill you in on the specifics - but for now, I wanted you to have first crack at seeing what fun I had last night!

Wine Bottle Tag #1

Wine Bottle Tag #2

Wine Bottle Tag #3

Hope everyone is looking forward to a glorious day!     ~God Bless,      ~Cynthia   <><  














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Fast and Fabulous Friday - Blessings Cross

Hello Friends

My son was confirmed last evening and I have to tell you - we were one proud set of parents sitting there watching him,  He has grown into a fine young man.  Mature.  Responsible.  And Spiritual.  And we were filled with joy at being able to share these moments together with him (and our daughters) as a family.

Of course, after the ceremony I needed a card to go with his gift - but it had to be something without a lot of fuss or muss.  He is a 12 year old boy.  It still had to have wow-factor -- This *is* a big deal, after all.  And I had - quite literally - 10 minutes to make it since we had company over helping us celebrate!

I sound like an awful mother, don't I?!?   Some other time I'll have to tell you why I didn't have a card for my son until the last minute.  But for now, let's just keep our focus on the card.

I used my retiring Lattice Die (still love this die so so much) to create 3 crosses.  One in Early Espresso, one in Very Vanilla, and the last in Champagne Glimmer Paper.  I layered these with dimensionals, just a bit off-set from each other, onto a plain vanilla card that had an Espresso sentiment stamped onto it (from the retired set, "Graceful Words")

Simple.  Classic.  Elegant. Gorgeous.
And Fast!!

It did the trick.  He loved his card, without feeling there was too much frou-frou gidgety/gadgety stuff on it.   :)   I told you.  Boy.  Twelve years.  Say no more, right?....

Hope you enjoy its simplicity as well.
Have a wonderful weekend.  God Bless you all,     ~Cynthia     <><

First Christmas

Hello Friends

We are getting closer all the time.  Today is the 4th Sunday of Advent and in 2 short days our waiting will be over.  He is almost here.  No, I don't mean Santa Claus.  I mean the Reason for the Season!  Our Saviour, Christ the Lord.

What more appropriate card is there to herald His coming than this one?

Supply List
Stamps - First Christmas
Paper - Very Vanilla, Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Champagne Glimmer Paper
Ink - Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Versamark
Big Shot -  Tasteful Trim Die, Apothecary Acccents Framelits
Tools and Accessories Gold Embossing Powder, sponges, Glue Dots


One of the cards I received at Founders' Circle in September was the inspiration for this card (original card by Linda Bauwin).  With a very few alternations, I CASed it to make the card you see.  And I, for one, love it.  Simple yet elegant and effective.


Love this card.


As the Reason for the Season approaches, I hope each of you is able to enjoy the peacefulness and simplicity of what this image represents!


God Bless you all.  And if I don't 'see you' here again before Tuesday --
 --  Merry Christmas!!    ~Cynthia    <><

Evergreen For Christmas

Hello Dear Friends

It is 'supposed' to be a Thankful Thursday - and despite the fact that I am very thankful indeed (I have been so blessed in life....What is there to not be thankful for?), well, even though I am thankful, today I am posting another Christmas card, not a Thank You card.

Supply List
Stamps - Evergreen, Music Notes (wheel)
Paper - Very Vanilla, Certainly Celery, Cherry Cobbler, Champagne Glimmer Paper
Ink - Certainly Celery, Cherry Cobbler
Big Shot -  Labels Framelit Die
Tools and Accessories Cherry Cobbler Tulle, cherry Cobbler Baker's Twine, Merry Minis Punch Pack (Star), Dimensionals, Glue Dots

This is one of those cards that has beauty with just a hint of subtlety.  Did you notice that the words to "Silent Night" are superimposed on the tree boughs?  And there are musical notes inked very faintly on the Celery card mat?  And when you notice those 2 elements, don't you find yourself starting to hum "Silent Night" in your mind.....?  I know I do!

Only a few days left until Christmas.  In all of the hectic craziness of the season, I hope you find yourself humming "Silent Night" and looking forward to our Lord's birth with at least as much joyful anticipation as looking forward to turkey dinner and gifts.

Have a wonderful day and God Bless,    ~Cynthia      <><

Christmas Tray Class

Hello Friends

Surprised?  I am posting something "creative" instead of it just being a post about a sale or a promotion.  I have to tell you, this last month has been a whirlwind of busy.  And it's not likely to ease up any time soon.  But I do intend to get back to posting regularly, never fear!

Okay then - explanation aside, do you remember the Hallowe'en trays that we made at a class here a month ago?  Well I wanted to show you the equally gorgeous Christmas trays that some of my very talented friends made at a class at my home just last week. 

Sharon L.

Donata L.

Maeve S.

Sandy S.

Charity S.

We used the Candlelight Christmas Designer paper, some silver, red or champagne glimmer paper, and an assortment of stamps, ribbons and cardstock to put these beauties together.  Each of the trays is a variation on the same theme - and yet they are all quite different.  I absolutely love the subtle little differences that make each of these trays as unique as their creators.

I still have 5 of these empty trays left so keep an eye out for a notice about another class soon.  (And let me know if you want to be a part of it!)  Right now I have some more stamping to do.  Woo hoo!

And in the meantime, have a wonderful day and God Bless,     ~Cynthia    <><