Keep Smiling!

It's been a cold winter for most of us! The only one that doesn't seem to mind too much is the dog! She's still expecting her walk every morning. I'm always trying to find the bright side and notice the little things. I'm really enjoying seeing footprints in the snow lately and trying to figure out the different animals that left them!

But I'm still missing my garden and time outside. Whenever that happens I turn to my studio for some crafty time with some pretty florals. If you feel the same way I hope you'll check out the You Are My Sunshine Collection from Pretty Little Studio.

This collection is sun shine and blue skies. And, you'll find lots of realistic florals that are sure to satisfy your longing for warmer days. I love the positive sentiments like the one above.

This collection has all the extras too.. die cut frames and borders, different size clear, vellum and pattern paper, stickers, faux stitches and more so there's no limit to what you'll make.

Sending you sunshine and big hugs!





Finished Size: 4.25 x 5.5"
Pretty Little Studio
Paper | You Are My Sunshine
Dies | Fresh Bloom Stems | Out of the Blue Tags | Berry Sweet Words | Snowcone Borders | Apple Blossom Florals

A Ray of Sunshine

I don't know about you, but I'm in need of a sweet escape from these cold winter days! I found a rainbow in the Pretty Little Studio You Are My Sunshine Collection!

The rainbow papers are gorgeous but don't forget the packaging! This color wheel was printed on the insert paper in a die cut pack! I love that I can use the packaging papers in my designs and that it reduces waste in the environment.

I added embellishments in black to add some contrast to the design and help them stand out against the rainbow background.

   

The flowers and butterflies are adhered with adhesive foam tape to make them "pop:" off the background and add dimension.

If you're starting to feel the winter blues, I invite you to explore the different paper collections from Pretty Little Studio. I'm sure you'll find something that makes your heart smile!

Finished Size: 4.25 x 5.5"
Pretty Little Studio
Paper | You Are My Sunshine
Dies | Fresh Bloom Stems | Out of the Blue Tags | Berry Sweet Words | Snowcone Borders | Apple Blossom Florals

So Many Books So Little Time

I hope you're staying warm comfy cozy! January is always the coldest month of the year for us and it's nice to cozy up with a book while listening to the harsh winds blowing outside the house!

If you're a book lover too you'll want to check out the Pretty Little Studio Well Read Collection. It's fantastic! I love all the little details included in this set from the little kitty on the books to the woodgrain and lined paper prints.

I created a focal point with a frame. I added a large sentiment in the center and then embellished it with stacks of books and stars (for your super star reader) raised with adhesive foam tape.

The clever "historical" tab can be switched out with others in the set including "romance" "fiction" "fantasy" "horror" among many others so you can personalize your card for your readers interests.

Oh and if you're curious about what I'm reading.. It's Boy's Life by Robert R. Mccammon.  Thanks again for stopping by, and I hope you find some time to make today!

Finished Size: 4.25 x 5.5"
Pretty Little Studio
Paper | Well Read Collection
Dies | Library Card | Book Addict Frames | Card Catalog | Book Worm
Stickers | Overdue Word

Warm & Cozy

I hope you're keeping comfy cozy because WOW it's been getting cold! I walk the dog every morning and I've got the serious coat and boots out! I look forward to getting home.. maybe a warm cuppa would be a nice reward for being so brave!

My card today features the Pretty Little Studio Comfort and Joy collection. This collection is more pastel and earth tones.

I used the coffee cup to create a focal point for the design. I tucked cookies around it and a little ticket stub that says December on it.

I added a sticker sentiment "home for the holidays" along the top edge and a clear faux stitch sticker along the left side and bottom of the design. The stickers are perfect along seams where you patterned paper is pieced giving it a quilted look.

Thanks for your support this year. Hugs to you and your family and Merry Christmas!

Finished Size: 4.25 x 5.5"
Pretty Little Studio
Paper | Comfort and Joy Collection
Die Cuts | Home Accents, Joyful Mix
Sticker | Christmas Threads Clear | Season of Joy Word

Hello Sunshine!

I hope you're having a great day! We've been busy getting ready for Christmas! Who knew we had so many boxes of decorations accumulated? Each one is special and brings back memories of a time or place in our lives.

More than anything this time of year I'm missing time spent outside and my flower garden. Whenever that happens I turn to my craft room for a sweet escape. It's my favorite way to loose myself and just relax.

These gorgeous blooms are from the You Are My Sunshine Collection from Pretty Little Studio. I love the watercolor look and how realistic they are! Even a little bee can't resist these pretties!

This collection has ALL the extras.. journaling cards, die cuts, borders, stickers, vellum, clear sheets and even "accent" collage style sheets so you don't have to mix them yourself. Even the packaging is pretty enough to use on your designs.

I hope you find a sweet escape of your own in one of the beautiful collections from Pretty Little Studio. They're sure to satisfy just about any mood!

Finished Size: 4.25 x 5.5"
Pretty Little Studio
Paper | You Are My Sunshine
Dies | Fresh Bloom Stems | Out of the Blue Tags | Berry Sweet Words | Snowcone Borders | Apple Blossom Florals

Book Review

I hope you're having a great day! This time of year when it's cold outside I think about ways to keep busy indoors. When I'm not papercrafting, I'm always happy to settle on a seat by the window and get lost in a great book.

This card starts with patterned paper with rainbows and scallops that remind me of bookshelves. I topped that with a 3x4" Plot Twist journaling card.

I embellished the Book Review card with a great big sentiment and label saying "This Book was..." thinking I'd write "TERRIFIC" in the little label and then gift this card with the book I'm reviewing.

I added a few bright colored sequins to add a little more color to the design, and add a little more color.

I'm always recommending books I love to family and friends. I know this cute little review and the gift of a book will be well received!

Finished Size: 4.25 x 5.5"
Pretty Little Studio
Paper | Well Read Collection
Die Cuts | Book Worm | Card Catalog | Page Turner
Journaling | Plot Twist

You Make My World Brighter

The days are getting shorter and the temperatures are dropping but there's still lots to be thankful for! Thanksgiving is just around the corner and I hope you're making plans to be with family and / or friends and that life is good!

Today I'm sharing a card made with the Pretty Little Studio You Are My Sunshine Collection. The title of the collection says it all! Beautiful flowers, bright bold color and positive inspirational messages. This collection really is sunshine on paper!

My card started with that label with the printed sentiment from the 100% Sunshine Word die cut pack. I added some faux stitching clear stickers and layered it over a journaling card.

Then I embellished it with flowers in shades of yellow for a monochromatic design. The flowers are so pretty even the bees can't resist. They're adhered with adhesive foam tape so they pop up. The honey comb paper coordinates with them beautifully.

Thanks for following me on my crafty journey. You make my world brighter! And I hope you smile when you see my designs!

Pretty Little Studio
Paper | You Are My Sunshine
Dies | Fresh Bloom Stems | Out of the Blue Tags | Berry Sweet Words | Snowcone Borders | Apple Blossom Florals | 100% Sunshine Word
Journaling | Sunshine 3x4"

Sunshine and Smiles

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you're having a great day and that the sun is shining wherever you are! Today I'm sharing a card made with the Pretty Little Studio You Are My Sunshine Collection.

This collection is gorgeous! You'll love the bold color, gorgeous florals and inspirational and positive sentiments.

I love the different paper packs available including 12x12", 6x6", 6x9", and 8x8". You'll find papers in print, vellum and clear so there's always lots of options for your makes!

I had lots of fun arranging the pretty florals! The collection even includes lots of little bees, butterflies and a few lady bugs too.! They can't resist these pretties either!

I'm missing my flower garden this time of year, but it's nice to know I can feast my eyes on these pretties to get me through!

Finished Size: 4.25 x 5.5"
Pretty Little Studio
Paper | You Are My Sunshine
Dies | Fresh Bloom Stems | Out of the Blue Tags | Berry Sweet Words | Snowcone Borders | Apple Blossom Florals

The Blue of The Sky

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you are having a great day! Today I'm sharing a card made with the Pretty Little Studio You Are My Sunshine Collection!

This collection is pure sunshine! You'll find beautiful blooms, a rainbow of color and and uplifting sentiments throughout!

I can't resist color and flowers! Swoon! I selected these beauties from the Apple Blossom Florals die cut pack and arranged them on rainbow paper. They are so pretty even a little bee can't resist!

A half circle sentiment is perfect along the edge of the card. I made sure the blue stripes of the rainbow stripe paper were at the bottom of the card so that the blue sentiment semi circle didn't fade into the background.

I hope you're smiling and that you find some time to make for yourself today. It's a great way to relieve stress and relax!

Pretty Little Studio
Paper | You Are My Sunshine
Dies | Fresh Bloom Stems | Out of the Blue Tags | Berry Sweet Words | Snowcone Borders | Apple Blossom Florals