Angelic Symphathy

I have had several requests for sympathy cards lately. Birthdays, weddings, and holidays are all things that we can plan for in advance & they are events we enjoy thinking about while making individualized cards. It's the sympathy or get well cards that we need at a moment's notice. Being timely is ever so important with these which is why I like to have a little supply on hand. I wanted to find a color combo that I felt was soothing without resorting to gray or black. I love the combo of Sahara Sand, Marina Mist, and Early Espresso that I settled on. Using the textured cardstock for Marina Mist gave just the right extra touch without over doing things. I debated on the glittery white heart, but found it added a little uplifting element and went so well with the excellent sentiment. All in all, I'm pleased. I'm especially happy to find that Angelic Joy is much more than just a Christmas set. I can use this lovely angel year round.

Angelic Mojo

Happy Monday, all! When I saw today's Mojo Monday sketch, I knew just which set to use. My pre-order of items from this year's Holiday Mini Catalog arrived on Friday and with it came "Angelic Joy". Isn't she lovely? One of my favorite aspects of this set is that it can be used year round. It comes with a sympathy sentiment that keeps it from being strictly Christmas. I combined the angel with "Deck the Halls" designer paper...also from the new mini. This catalog has more to offer than any mini I've seen as a demonstrator. My pre-order was HUGE. There were just too many sets for me to pick from along with new punches and toys for the Big Shot too. All of these items will be available come Sept. 1st. I hope you enjoy this little sneak peak. Remember, starting Christmas cards now means avoiding some of the craziness of the winter season. Now, if I can just stamp my sentiment straight...