September 18, 2016

September birthdays must be fun for kids. They are back at school with their friends and the weather is often warm; there are lots of options for parties both inside and out.

And the pencils and crayons at school are still mostly new!

September 14, 2016

This block (from the Splendid Sampler series) was release right after I made Jackie’s card. I saw it as an opportunity to do more practicing on my Satin stitch (which I was previously calling a zig-zag). I made a few adjustments to the length and width of the stitches and I’m much happier with the results.

My colour inspiration came from the flower bed across the street at City Hall. They have a continuously changing planting of flowers to reflect the seasons.

September 13, 2016

I was in such a hurry to get Alex’s card and gift in the mail that I neglected to take a photo. I’m counting on someone in his family to take one and send it to me!

I’ll give you a hint about the card – it pictures one of the best things about going back to school, and they usually come in boxes of twelve or more.

Update:

Here’s the photo!

September 12, 2016

My friend is the queen of scraps. When I’m cutting down my scraps into pieces that I’ll use, the left-overs go in a bag for Carola. She uses the tiniest bits to make beautiful things.

I didn’t think she’d mind having a card made from scraps!