Pals Paper Arts wasn't the only one sending out a challenge this week. Mother Nature sent out a challenge of her own yesterday. Last night the wind just roared and down came branches, trees and power lines. Being powerless is not fun! Dogs however always have fun - and always need to be walked no matter what the weather. So out we went into a very eerie neighborhood - pitch black, howling wind, snapping branches and sirens everywhere. I was prepared though - I had a mini flashlight and a mini poodle! Clouds were just rolling across the sky - amazing how you could see them in the darkness. In the light of day this morning with power restored, those clouds were my inspiration. I sponged clouds with Perfect Plum, inked just the branch from Embrace Life and used Old Olive textured paper as a backdrop. With a spot of Pumpkin Pie, Halloween rub-ons and some designer paper, my challenge was done. Wishing you power always.............
I am headed to a baby shower this weekend and I had a recent OCC one color challenge in mind when I started this card. I followed the Mojo Monday sketch but used only So Saffron ink, card stock, ribbon and designer paper. I get great inspiration from my virtual pal Melissa Young who designs for the OCC team - check her out - she is Fabulous! But then I remembered another inspirational pal Ann Schach - check her out - she is Fanshcachstic! When Ann did the OCC challenge she just had to sneak in a wee bit of a second color. So I thought maybe I can sneak in a wee bit of a third color.
The parents-to-be have decided not to find out if it is a boy or a girl ahead of time. That's why you see a sliver of Bashful Blue and Blush Blossom!
Is that Santa flying through swirling leaves and chocolate snowflakes? It certainly is and he is headed our way - for Thanksmas! This card, made on a base of More Mustard mixed with layers of Autumn Traditions and Merry Moments, will be sent to tell my sister-in-law Joan that we will be there for Thanksmas. It used to be easy to get together when our children were young, but children grow, move away and start their own families. Life isn't quite so simple but all of us still gather on Thanksgiving. We start with a traditional turkey dinner at a beautifully set fall table. Then Joan jingles bells and leads us into a living room decked out for Christmas. There are packages, ribbon candy, glowing candles and the excitement of seeing the next generation of little ones enjoy it all. (Joan has also been known to squeeze in a baby shower or engagement party between courses if need be!) It's a wonderful start to the holiday season and everyone gets to spend Christmas at home - no worries about traveling in bad weather - let it snow! In response to PPA's challenge this week I would like to say I am thankful for a wonderfully spirited family that created its own holiday............Happy Thanksmas everyone!
100 people coming for lunch? Need favors? Not a problem! My talented friend Barb designed this favor using the top note die edged in Pumpkin Pie. She aqua painted an image from Window on the World and snipped it out. Next she stamped the sentiment, tucked in a snack size peppermint patty and tied it all up with a bow. And then she did it 99 more times! The tables will have centerpieces of Chinese lanterns - perfect match don't you think? I have such creative friends..........and such creative Pals..........check out fellow Pal Martha Stewart's blog for other clever ways to wrap candy. Meanwhile I'm wondering if there is room for 101 people at that luncheon........maybe if I make my own favor............
