Day of Gratitude

This stamp set was the first one to catch my eye when the Holiday Mini came out.  It reminds me of one of my favorite retired stamp sets called True Friend.  Both sets have the same design style--a little western, a little ...Scandinavian?  At least that is what I think when I look at them.  I really like the sample card that is pictured with the set in the mini, so I decided to stick with the Cajun Craze color.  The layout is courtesy of Stampin 411 blog Saturday Sketch Challenge #171.  This will be one of the cards for my club this Friday.  I like the rich, warm colors of it. 

The DSP is the Autumn Spice.  Doesn't that sound wonderful?  Makes me think of warm apple cider.  The ribbon is in Early Espresso, and I used the lattice embossing folder on the Cajun Craze panel for some extra texture.

Here is the inside of the card.

Wonderful sentiment, yes?  I sometimes need the reminder that everyday is a blessing and a reason to be grateful. 

Thanks for stopping in today.  Remember to feel the gratitude today for all of your blessings!

Kristine

Halloween past

It's finally feeling like Fall here in Reno.  It has been raining the past couple days, and the temperature outside right now (according to my computer) is 48*.  I can actually wear a sweater!  This is my favorite time of year. :-)  It is also a favorite month for many because of Halloween.  So today I thought I'd share with you some cards made by some super talented stampers who have made some wonderful Halloween cards.  Maybe they will inspire you to get your spooky on! :-)

The first two cards are made by Lynnette Parker.  She is Ah-MAZ- ing!!  Truly.  She should have her own blog to share her giftedness with us all.  Alas, she doesn't, so I will share her giftedness with you!  This card is made with the spider embossing folder.  Stinkin' cute, huh?! (Lynnette, I bet you're wondering how I got this card.  Me no say!)

This next one was from Lynnette last year.  Such talent. {sigh}

Next up is my wonderful  friend Jennette Sworthout.  She is one of those people who have an eye for color and balance.  Not that I'm at all jealous. :-)  This was her card last year.

Love it?  YES!

Next up is my friend and upline, Kim Goodsell.  This card was made awhile ago, but I love it!  It has softer colors for Halloween.  This was a card some of you may recognize from one of holiday stamp camps. Love the layout.

And the final card is mine.  Halloween is not my forte, so I go more fallish in design.  I used the gate fold on this card.  What I like about the card is that just by switching out the DSP and the ribbon, you could do any season! 

Pull off the ribbon and here is what it looks like...

Well, I hope these cards inspired some of the spook in you. :-)

Thanks for taking time to visit. 

Kristine