Oh my goodness, it has been so long since I last posted!! My work schedule has changed significantly, and it has completely eaten up all of my card making time!! And I am not a happy camper about that!!! It's also affected my ability to comment on all of your blogs, which is most disappointing of all for me :( . I just love connecting with all of you, and feel terrible that I haven't been able to be as "active" as I was. I'm not sure things will be back to "normal" anytime soon. But at every opportunity I have, I will drop by for sure.
Okay, and because things are still crazy, I am going to make this short and sweet! Two cards today. The first one is for Lisa Arana's Wanna Sketch Challenge. I LOVE this challenge, and just couldn't let this one pass me by!! And I love the PS Sparks Challenge as well, and this week, it's an Anything Goes. So I took a little time today to play, and here's what I came up with:
And this second card is one that I made for a 50th wedding anniversary that friends of my parents were celebrating. I think 50 years SUCH a milestone. To love and support each other, though all that life would have offered them through the years, the good, the bad and the ugly, is something to be honoured. Love and commitment in its truest form. No challenges on this one - I just winged it! And here it is:
Thank you SO much for coming be, especially since posting has been non-existent around here lately. It means a LOT to me!!
Shannon
HOOOOOOOOORAY! I love when you post new things--- I'm always inspired when I stop by:)
ReplyDeleteI loooooooove Lisa's sketch challenges-- I really need to play along with her again SOON! LOVE that little pup! Beautiful coloring-- fab use of papers-- LOVE the twine and banner-- this card is PERFECT! I esp love the flower border!! FUN!
And your second card is sooooooooo fab! It's a great card for your friend's parents-- HUGE congrats to them on 50 years! Here's to MANY more years of wedded bliss! Ecc. 4:12b
Hi Shannon, I understand how you feel....work is pain sometimes..I hope it will ease down soon so you can go back to your creative time :) You cards are so ADORABLE and SWEET Shannon!!! Love both of them :)
ReplyDeleteShannon...it's like one mind! We're in the same boat with dwindling crafty time :'(
ReplyDeleteThese cards are wonderful. I love the floral note die cut...and your perfectly colored pup! The floral border is genius too, love that you left it black & white.
The anniversary card is adorable. 50 years together...lessons to be learned from that couple :)
Adorable, both cards are just adorable! I so love how you were inspired to layer by wanna sketch. Thank you so much for finding some crafty time to play along. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteawwwwww.....I was wondering why I hadn't seen your cutie pie cards! Totally understand how frustrating it is when stuff gets in the way of crafty time!
ReplyDeleteOh my, that puppy is ADORABLE. You colored him perfectly and the anniversary card? FANtastic! 50 years...wow, that's so very awesome!
Cheering, applauding, happy dancing and all around cavorting wildly in seeing your post (you can probably hear me!)!! We've missed you x a zillion (and I soooo owe you a note - or novel...!). I'm so glad that in the midst of 'crazy times', you've 'unsubmerged' to bring us these two delights! First, your 'puppy-eyed' puppy is so adorable, nestled on his flowery notebook background, and surrounding by the black and white floral border. Perfect 'thinking of you' card; perfect card for Lisa's challenge! Your anniversary card (50 years truly is a milestone, and my family is ever so fortunate - my folks are at year 55!!) is a wonderful tribute to such an occasion! The heart balloons, the sweet bunny...darling in every way! Your parents' friends will treasure this; pass along Happy Anniversary and Many More wishes from me, too! Yes, indeed, love x love x love your cards! Despite your hectic schedule, your mojo appears to be flourishing; hopefully things will settle at some point (soon!) so you can give it some play time! Know that we fully understandyour hours are filled with an abundance of things, so comment when you can, create when you can. We're here! In the 'between' times, be sure you're taking good care of YOU! Super lots of hugs~c
ReplyDeleteYay! You're back. And hey, no need for apologies! It seems we are all in the same boat!! I bet "someone" shrunk back our hours in a day and never told us! Now, if I ever find the little bugger that did that...he (yep "he" cuz boys always are 'badder' than girls) is in some big, big trouble!
ReplyDeleteTwo fabulously sweet cards made by a fabulously sweet & very talented young lady! The daisy border and that cute puppy - would surely melt the snow that is currently falling (oh yeah, a blizzard). Love the three sided daisy frame - unpredictable and so effective!
And the anniversary couple will surely shed a tear of joy when they see this card (old people always cry happy tears). Love the gingham hearts!
Yaaaay!! Shannon's back!! :D I've missed seeing your cute cute cards! I've been wondering if you've gotten your ornament yet too. I always worry when I ship things to Canada. Anyway, your cards are darling!!! I always love those cute little Paper Smooches animals and this one is so cute surrounded by the little flower border! Love the anniversary card too! That little bunny with the heart balloons is precious! I know all too well about the dwindling time thing too.It's happening to me too....
ReplyDeleteWOW, so adorable.
ReplyDeleteThese are great cards, Shannon! I love the floral border on the first card. And the second card is so cute that I'm certain they'll love it for their anniversary.
ReplyDeleteI love your second card! I love those stamps from Mama Elephant :D And we really should meet up again soon!! If you want to start PL, I have some protectors and cards for you :D
ReplyDeleteYay, Shannon! Glad you found some time to craft! Thanks for always stopping by my blog and leaving your sweet comments! I LOVE that floral border (did you sketch that?) and the anniversary card is simple and sweet! Enjoy your weekend!
ReplyDeleteHow fun to see you pop up, Chuchee! I'm so sorry your mean work is sucking all the time out of your life lately! But we all unnerstand and have been there! I can tell you from these two fantastic cards that your forced blog LOA has not impacted your card art! You still got it! You've made a winning card for the challenges and your "wing-it" anniversary card is so precious! That inspiring couple will treasure and appreciate it!! Come back whenever you can. We'll be here!! Hugs, Darnell and Hammy
ReplyDeleteSo nice to see you again, but don't apologize...life gets in the way of craft time sometimes. We just roll with it. Your cards are perfect! Anyone would just smile to receive that sweet puppy dog card in the mail. Love the flowers! They're the perfect touch for that card. And your anniversary card is darling - way to 'wing-it', they are sure to love it. Have a great week, and we'll see you soon! Bev
ReplyDeleteps....THANKS so much for joining in the fun with the Paper Smooches Sparks challenge;)
ReplyDeleteHope you play along with us this week for our Picture Perfect challenge <3
Thanks your sweet comments!!!
ReplyDeleteIf you also want, there are Two More ways to win stamp sets:
Make one comment Here:http://wienerhoneymooners.blogspot.com/2014/04/unscripted-sketches-5yr-anniversary.html
And one comment here:http://unscriptedsketches.com/2014/04/unscripted-sketches-252-and-its-our-5-year-blog-iversary/
Good luck!!
Hello Miss Shannon! I am a little late, but I wanted to thank you SO very much for the sweet comment you left on my blog about your ornament!! I was so thrilled that it arrived and that you were happy with it! :) And no worries about the shipping :) Thank you also for the nice comment on my umbrella card. I hope you're doing well and not staying too too busy. Have a wonderful and happy Easter weekend! ((hugs)) Kay :)
ReplyDeleteShannon!! Are you busy this Sunday?
ReplyDeleteJust love that little pooch surrounded by the floral PP and the border of blooms. Great design.
ReplyDeleteWhat cute designs Shannon.
ReplyDeleteHugs Diane
You've been missing for almost a month - remember..."all work and no play..."! I love that you went for cute and fun when you get a chance to create. The puppy is so sweet - I love his floral border! And the bunny with the polka dot heart balloons is perfect for an anniversary card.
ReplyDeleteThese are both SO cute! I love the coloring, and the little details! The stamped border on the first card is so cool!
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