Flourishing Phrases, note cards

What do you do with a box of note cards, that was given to you?
Well, dress them up, of course!

I used Stampin Up's Flourishing Phrases stamp set and Flourish Thinlits for this card set. Ink colors, Melon Mambo and Pumpkin pie. Paper, Night of navy, Very Vanilla, and Gold Glimmer. Navy twine.

I was in desperate need of thank you cards, after the holiday. I'm also on a mission to use products I already have, to make room for new.

Happy Stamping!
And Happy New Year!

Poncho Mania

It all started when my daughter shared a Pinterest pin,

 about a little girls poncho, that can be used with a car seat.

Cassie said she needed something for her daughter to wear while sitting in the car seat that would keep her warm during the winter months.

I had to check it out.

I was already frustrated with all the new rules about how children shouldn't wear coats in car seats.

I thought.....Thats just not right.
If your wearing a coat, why wouldn't you put your child in one? 

But my daughter says, No coats in car seats. Its not safe.

Things change so often, I can't keep up.

So, when she sent the pin for a poncho, I jumped on the chance to make something warm for my granddaughter to wear in her car seat.

This is the tutorial Cassie shared with me.

http://realitydaydream.com/fleece-lined-hooded-poncho-for-little-girls

What a wonderful idea!

I made my Granddaughter two ponchos. Following the instructions on the site.

One for spring, and one for winter.

The spring poncho, is anti-pill fleece and a floral print.

For the winter poncho I used Luxe fleece, from Joanns, bought at 50% off. I love a sale!

The Luxe fleece has a tighter weave which helps block wind.

Its nice and thick for warmth.

I added buttons at the neck on both of these.

Here is my grand daughter wearing it in her car seat.

And here is my little cutie keeping warm on a snowy day!

The woman who created the tutorial for these, did a fantastic job, and I had no problems following her directions. It makes my daughter, and I happy to keep this little girl warm in winter weather.

Here is the site I used for directions, 

http://realitydaydream.com/fleece-lined-hooded-poncho-for-little-girls

I loved how cute these turned out, so I decided my Grandson (Alex's little one) needed one too. 

However, I didn't really want a girly looking poncho. I had a hard time finding a tutorial for a boys poncho. So I decided to make my own poncho pattern.

Sadly, I have no tutorial for the one I made. 

I created it as I worked on it.

 I made it reversable.

With a pocket on both sides.

I also added a tie at the neck.

It turned out cuter than I expected.

I thought about adding a button under both arms.

But Alex said it wasn't needed.

He's a cutie too!!!

I forgot to get a picture of him wearing it in his car seat.

Its nice to know these babies can now be buckled into their car seats and still keep warm.

What a great idea, whoever thought of these ponchos. 

I will continue to make these for each of my grandbabies as needed.

And keeping them warm during northern weather is a must.

Happy sewing!!!

Bright & Beautiful Christmas card

Its been a while since I've posted.

I wanted to let everyone know, that even though I am no longer a Demonstrator, I am still going to make cards and share.

I will no doubt be using older stamp sets, since I have an extensive collection of stamps.

But the ideas and creations will continue to come.

I was a little late sending cards this year, but I did manage to get some out.

I miss making cards. But mostly I have missed making cards with friends.

I hope everyone had a safe and Happy Christmas!

Today's post is my 2016 Christmas card.

On this Z folded card, I used Bright and Beautiful, Ornamental Pine, and Petite Pairs, Stampin Up Sets.

The striped paper is from Hobby Lobby. 

The green paper, was also folded in The Z fold style, placed on the card in the opposite position. 

This fun fold seems to be all over right now, so I decided to try it.

There are lots of pop up, 3D options you can create using this fun fold style.

Dear Friends, (you know who you are) I am missing you, and I miss class with you.

I have been thinking of each of you, and wishing all of  you well.

Take care, and I hope to see you again sometime.

I'm still available if you need help with creative ideas!

Happy Stamping!!!!