Lots of different things today...today is our 11th anniversary! My husband actually has the day off, so we've just been kind of hanging around home.... so nice to be able to spend the day together!
Yesterday was field trip day and we had a great time, despite the rain. It was fun to get out and spend the day with Jonathan and his class. I love to see them interact with their friends. Gives you a whole new perspective of their day-to-day life away at school. We visited a Pipestone quarry and museum. We also stopped at a gift shop and picked up a few fun little things. I found this beaded ring that just makes me happy! It's my favorite color and Isn't that flower fun? I really should learn to bead and make my own...wouldn't those make fun emellies for cards and stuff?
Next up is a fabric project I mentioned the other day. Provo Craft asked me to do a home decor project...something fun, different and classy. I'm hoping this fit the bill....
I cut the fabric appliques with my Cricut using the new Home Decor cartridge. It was so easy...just iron the fabric to heavy-duty Heat 'n Bond and cut away. I love the Home Decor cart...so many classy images. And the machine cut through the fabric with such a neat, clean edge. This could be addicting!! I'm seeing fabric flower embellies, butterlies...who knows. :-)
And, finally, a card for today...
Lots of different things here...and probably as close to a single-layer card as I get. :-) I used the new Text Background on the edges, just inking it partially. I love the way it turned out, and then spritzed the whole thing with a bit of Glimmer Mist...
Stamps: Fancy Flourishes, Friends til the End, Background Basics: Text Style
Ink: New Leaf, Smokey Shadow, Melon Berry
Cardstock: Vintage Cream, Summer Sunrise
Patterned paper: Green Tea Leaves
Other: Aqua Mist, New Leaf and Melon Berry buttons, Bazzill flower, brad, jute
Ok, off for some supper with the family and early to bed with these kiddos. It's been a busy week wrapping up all the school activities and they are officially wiped out (and cranky!!). Have a happy and safe holiday weekend!
You are SOOO multitalented, my friend. Those pillows are to die for! And I adore the card. ;)
Posted by: Anabelle O'Malley | May 22, 2009 at 06:32 PM
Your pillows look like they're from a store like Pottery Barn! Wow! I love your card, too. The flourish makes a great stem for the flower.
Posted by: Jessica Canham | May 22, 2009 at 07:57 PM
Congratulations on the anniversary!
The pillows are awesome, I have been wanting to make some pillows, loving all the inspiration.
Your card is awesome too, I love the shabby look and the antique look..
Posted by: Angela | May 22, 2009 at 09:25 PM
Happy Anniversary! It's my 10th today...
Posted by: Amanda S | May 22, 2009 at 10:18 PM
Happy Anniversary!! Really love the pillows and am so glad to learn how to cut fabric with my bug! :> Also luuuuuv your card...that is the first time I've seen that gorgeous flower used that way and the layered stamping just keeps you looking at it! :>
Posted by: Karen | May 22, 2009 at 11:58 PM
Lovely card!
Posted by: Willy | May 23, 2009 at 12:24 AM
Beautiful card and love the ring and pillows!
Posted by: Jane | May 23, 2009 at 12:46 AM
Oh my goodness! I have been loving all of the cards and paper projects on your blog, but our pillows are amazing! I might have to try cutting fabric in my silhouette. I know my Sizzix will cut it. So cool. You may have given me a new addiction too!
Posted by: Marisa G | May 23, 2009 at 08:38 AM
So pretty! I've always wondered how the Cricut would do with fabric--seems like such a waste not to use it for a project like yours.
Hope your anniversary day is a good one.
Posted by: LindaM | May 23, 2009 at 12:15 PM
Congratulations and happy anniversary. 11 years--that is awesome! Love the projects.
Posted by: Theresa | May 24, 2009 at 11:21 AM
Betsy,
I don't know if I've ever commented on your blog before, but I have to tell you that I absolutely LOVE everything you create!! My jaw drops to the floor and I actually gasp when I see some of your creations, you are one talented woman! :) I'm usually just a "stalker", but wanted you to know just how much I love visiting your blog everyday...thanks for sharing with me and making my day a little brighter. Happy Anniversary & congrats!
Lisa Beeman
Posted by: Lisa Beeman | May 24, 2009 at 05:43 PM
The pillows are FABULOUS!!!!!! I love them! You are so stinkin' creative! :) Happy Anniversary!
Posted by: Tammy Friedberg | May 25, 2009 at 10:33 AM
Hey Betsy - Happy Anniversary! My hubby and I just celebrated 11 years on the 23rd! :-) Best wishes on the next 11!
Posted by: Cheri Mosgrove | May 25, 2009 at 11:08 PM
Whoa.....gorgeous pillows!! HELLO...you hope they fit the bill? They will blow them out of the water! I want them....!!!! hehee.
Posted by: Charlene Austin | May 26, 2009 at 07:24 PM