It is never easy to make a card for someone who is going through a difficult time, especially when that *someone* is one of your SFYTT sisters. The hope is that your card will bring joy, which is what I am hoping with today's card. Susan Liles' husband was recently diagnosed with cancer and my heart goes out to her and her family. {{{{{{{Susan}}}}}}} I am sure her world has been turned upside down and any words of encouragement and support would be appreciated. Jen has *dedicated* this SFYTT to Susan and her family, so if you would like to participate and create a card for Susan, it would be wonderful. Jen has Susan's address on her blog (the link is at the bottom of this post).
This week's sketch is really fun with the 3 different panels. I immediately thought of how much pattern paper I could use on one design, which I love to do. I used the same slab of "My Mind's Eye" paper that I used last week, since it was still out. I used bright, cheery colors to hopefully brighten Susan's day.
I really, really tried *not* to use Tea For Two, but I just couldn't resist. It really is a testament to what a *must have* set is really is! LOL! I also paired it with another favorite; Heart Prints Sentiments. Now you may be thinking," Why didn't she just use a hear for the focal image?" I tried, I really did. It just wasn't happening, so here we are with the tried and true tea pot! LOL! I did mix it up by adding a heart to the front, which I actually love. It was punched from pattern paper using the heart punch from SU! that has the three different hearts.
Like I mentioned before, I hope this card brings some joy to Susan's day.
You won't want to miss the other designers!
Jen Del Muro and Angie
Amy Rohl
Susan Liles
Amy Sheffer ,
Leigh O' Brien,
Jenn Diercks,
Amber Hight
Megan Lock
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P.S. I had someone ask me if I had a photo of all 3 of my kids together, which I didn't. On St. Patrick's day, since it was Rowan's 8 week birthday, I decided to do a little photo shoot with all the kids. I love them to pieces!!!!!!!Today Rowan is officially 2 months old, so it will be time for another photo shoot. Who says you take less photos the less kids you have? Not me...that's for sure! LOL!
I just love your card! It is so vintage and cozy, cottage like. Then again, I just adore Tea for Two stamp set! A very beautiful card.
ReplyDeleteAMAZING card.
ReplyDeleteYour card is so sweet. I love how you pieced and popped that teapot! Sweet pic of your kids too!
ReplyDeleteYour card is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI know what Susan is going through, my husband has cancer too, but your card will cheer her up a bit.
Eveline.
This is lovely!
ReplyDeleteYour children are darling! You should be so proud. Love your art work and thanks for sharing, especially while being a busy mommy.
ReplyDeleteThat photo of all 3 of your kids is precious.
ReplyDeleteYour card for Susan is gorgeous. I love the colors you used and the tea pot works perfectly for the main image. This is such a heart felt and gorgeous creation.
Beautiful card and what a beautiful pic of your kids!
ReplyDeletePretty, pretty card! Love all the patterns and dimension! And your children are so adorable! TFS!
ReplyDeleteLove the card but the pictures you your children is so awesome! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love your teapot card. It is so very lovely with all of the wonderful colored background papers. Thanks for the idea.
ReplyDeleteJoan
MN
So gorgeous and calming, Kelly! I'm sure that Susan will love this!
ReplyDeleteAnother superb card Kelly, and I agree Tea for Two is a fantastic set - just wish I could get this one.
ReplyDeleteMary
omg r u serious??? this card is just awesome!!!!! the colors are soooo wonderful - just love it!!!
ReplyDeletexx Martina
Lovely Kelly. You've almost convinced me to get the tea set! Who makes the paper and what line is it? miriam mlnapier@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteCharming, peaceful and gorgeous, Kelly! Love your mix of papers, and of course, anything you touch with this set is pure magic!
ReplyDeleteThe kiddos' picture is precious...oh, how they grow so quickly!
Gorgeous, Kelly! Love your cheery mix of papers! This will mean so much to Susan.
ReplyDeleteYour kids are soooooo darling!
awww, i love this kelly! i have that teapot set too and really don't use it near enough! you've inspired me! i love you guys and your cyber hugs mean so much to me and eric!! what a cool sisterhood we are! sus
ReplyDeleteAhh, I just love, love, love, the papers you used and combined...it really takes a talented gal (you) to come up with such eye candy...yes, cottage-like describes the feel and I'm sure it will cheer up Susan as much as anything can right now...sad.
ReplyDeleteWhat happened to your newborn? Did someone kidnap him? He's growing up and looks so different but still adorable...where does the time go? Love the picture of the three of them...such lucky kids to have you as their mom!