Hi Everyone. Happy Wednesday night.
I do have a card for you tonight… but it is one of those that really seemed much better in my head than it does on paper 🙂
I saw this layout across and clean and simple stamping
I had this idea in my head to use Aviary and create a masculine miss you card. I also decided I wanted to go "dramatic" and make a black and white card. Well, that was all wonderful in my brain…. but… when I had finished it I looked at it and thought….. harrumph! mmmmm….
But, I will share it with you anyway 🙂
Card supplies – all supplies Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:
- Card stock: Whisper White, Basic Black
- DSP: Neutrals Patterns Pack
- Ink: Basic Black
- Accessories: Pearls – non SU
- Stamps: Aviary. Sentiment: Papertray (Papertrey Ink)
On a personal note:
For the Downton lovers out there, I noticed on an online news site today that there will be 3 more series. Yay! However, so far, Maggie Smith has only signed on for one more. Now.. I don't know about you guys… but Downton wouldn't be quite the same without her. In fact, the same news site had the 10 best lines uttered by Maggie.. err the Dowager Countess. However, it's not just what the Dowager Countess says… its her impeccable delivery!
Linda, you asked why we are packing…. it's 7 weeks before we move. Yep. 7 weeks. aaaaarggghh… I just realized…. it's now 6 weeks. !!!!!!! As Lou is away for 5.5 weeks out of the 7, it means that the majority of the packing will be left to me. It's going to take a good number of days to get the house packed, so I decided to get a head start by packing the stuff that we don't use. So, that's why I'm packing! Now, I am one of those people that cleans out the house every year – I really don't like clutter and anything that doesn't get used – gets recycled. However, there is still a lot of detritus when you have lived in a house for 14 years. I know that there will be a lot of things that go into the recycle bins whilst I am packing up and I am absolutely OK with that. Including a whole host of stamping stuff!
Today, it was confirmed that Spring is on her way! I had the door wide open again today. I was on the phone when I heard a sound I had not heard since October. The incredible trill of the Redshouldered Blackbird. Oh… glorious. What a beautiful sound. The robin cannot be far behind him.
As always, thank you for spending a little time in my little area of the blogosphere. You know your visits and your support mean a great deal to me. Warm hugs and prayers for those of you who need a little lift tonight.
Hugs
Jaydee
6 Responses
I love the black and white card with the empty birdcages, what an awesome miss you card for a man OR woman. 7 weeks left until you move? WOW! I cannot believe how quickly this has all happened, cannot wait to see more pictures.
Hugs,
Lesley
Thanks for your kind words on my blog 🙂 I really like the thinking behind this card – it will make an excellent miss you card! We’ve just moved house again and it is so stressful, so I empathise. Good luck with the packing!
I really like your card! I never could get the bird into the cage anyway! lol
LOL!! Like Jeanne said, one can never get the bird into the cage anyway!!! I like the card with the black and white. It makes a statement. You could still stamp a “black” bird in the cage. Then cut out a red wing and glue it on top. Viola!!! A Red Shouldered Blackbird!! LOL!!! Good luck on your move!! After 14 years….that’s a big change!!! Amy L.
I love the simple elegance of this card, Jaydee. However, I thoroughly understand the frustration that arises when what you see in your mind’s eye is NOT what you create. ARGH!
Seven weeks to move? Holy smokes, Lady! That’ll be here before you know it!! I’m so very excited for you all and can’t wait to see your stamping space, your wildlife and so much more.
Lou, I hope your travels are continuing to go smoothly.
Hugs!
I like your card. I’m glad you decided to share it with us even if it wasn’t what you envisioned. Looks good to me!I may try something like it. How exciting that only 6 weeks are left until you move!! Whoo hoo!! Wish I was moving — to a tropical climate. 🙂 Keep us all posted on your packing progress. It’s a big job that can be overwhelming. My brother was so happy when I married. He didn’t “have to haul all those boxes of books ever again!” 🙂 Anyway, A little bit at a time will get the job done. Take Care.