Tuesday, June 8, 2010

♥ Sew thankful ♥

I am truly thankful for everyone and everything in my life. Especially, friends and my family. My 4 yr old son and the upcoming birth of my 2nd son are the most precious things in my life. And I am truly grateful for them. I thank God everyday. As well as my husband, Robert, my Mom (who is my Rock in Life) and my sister Stacey, who means the world to me! {just wish you lived closer!! hint! hint!}

Another thing I am thankful for are all of you. It is such a joy to be able to come on here and share with you all my creative side and to get the feedback that I do from you all. You all mean so much to me. You have no idea. I have always said that the women {and men!} that are in the crafting world, especially cardmaking and scrapbooking, are the most nicest and generous people out there! I don't know why, maybe it's all the yummy paper, stamps and ribbons out there that make us so happy, but whatever it is, THANK YOU!!

This is a card I made recently for a challenge. I had a blast making it! I loved paper piecing that dress together. Another thing I am thankful for...beautiful papers!! I just love these papers by October Afternoon and The Girls Paperie! And aren't those little mini wooden spools just the cutest! You can find them in the wood section at Michael's.{Sorry for the different color variations in the photos!} Well, I hope that you all have a wonderful day! Take the time out today to tell your loved ones how thankful you are for them! It will feel good!!

Hugs....


P.S. I have received so many emails and comments regarding my Blogaversary giveaway next month! I am just as excited as you all to be giving away a Cricut Cake!! Make sure you look out for the chance to win one sometime next month!! Ooh, I can't wait! :)

18 comments:

Knerten said...

You are soo right, Melissa; I believe we all have so many things - AND persons !! - to be grateful for; so thanks for reminding us :-))

Your cake is so lovely, and the dress is absolutely fantastic too. The best about it; NO calories - LOL !!

Wish you a fabulous week too:-)
Hugs Turid

Unknown said...

Awww what nice words you have here today, really beautiful. Yes it's so lovely to voice these words to remind ourselves of the beautiful things we have.
And your card is as awesome as ever .. love all the beautiful little details :) xxx

Anonymous said...

This is gorgeous, and you are very right :) And NO!! I have not received an email. I checked my spam folder. Grrr...sometimes email stinks :) Are you going to be around this week?

Tanya said...

Fantastic work!!!!!!!! I don;t have a words! Just perfect!

Call Me Crafty Al said...

LOVE this card!! The paper piecing on the dress is perfect and I HAVE to find me some of those mini spools. TFS!

Leanne said...

Oh wow, this is absolutely stunning. You are such a huge inspiration - amazing!

Leanne xx

Crystal Thomas said...

That turned out just beautiful!

Boni Boutelle-Jones said...

Oooh this is so yummy - what a feminine delight!! And I love the little spools......

Kate said...

Your card is gorgeous - so frilly and beautiful. I appreciated reading all you wrote as well. It's so easy to want more and more and not be thankful for all we do have. It's good to take time to give thanks. Thank YOU for the encouragement.

Tona said...

Wonderful card! I love all the layers.

EFI said...

You are a wonderful person Melissa and your card is so cute!

Hells said...

What a fab fab card Melissa. You are so right re counting our blessings. Have a great day Hells xx

lisa808 said...

Fabulous card! Thank you for sharing your creativity.

Juls said...

gorgeous! Love the shape of your card, and the gorgeous sewing images! the pattern in the background, the little reals and the gorgeous pearl detail, are all just perfect little details! Love it!!! Hugs Juls

Gwendoline said...

It's nice from you to let us share your filling about life... and scrapbooking !

Your card is very original !

karenshopes said...

Thats a lovely positive and uplifting post thankyou.
Karen x

Gabi Alberti said...

oh God!! What is this??? E never saw something so beautiful!! Congratulations Melissa!! It's perfect!!

kelly ledder said...

Wow this is an absolutely stunning card x