You're "Just My Type"

This is one of the other cards that I did at the card class that I had in April.  I was really surprised that this stamp set did not make it into the new catalog.  I think it is a very versatile, fun set.  I definitely plan on keeping mine, but I tend to keep what I like.  I love the fact that there is a design in the First Edition Specialty DSP that discusses typewriters.  It is absolutely perfect when using this set!

As always, let me know if you have any questions.

Have a great day!

-Christel

Mother's Day Card 2012

Here is my Mother's Day card for this year.  I had a class a couple of weeks ago and the attendees made two of this card in addition to two Father's Day cards and two cards using the newly retired Just My Type stamp set.  I was really sad to see that stamp set go.  I will post the card that I made using that set shortly.  As always, please let me know if you have any questions.

Have a great day!

-Christel

Infused Vanilla Vodka

I have wanted to try my hand at infusing alcohol for a long time, and thought... what better time than for Teacher Appreciation?  I infused a bottle of vodka with vanilla beans for about 3 weeks and then put the yummy vanilla vodka into re-purposed frappuccino bottles.  I think they turned out super cute, and I had a little basket that they fit in perfectly!  These would be great gifts for a small group, they could get pricey if you make them in large quantities.  I am thinking maybe for a night out with your girlfriends you could give these as little gifts.  Let me know if you have any questions.

Have a great day!

Christel

Teacher Appreciation Gift Basket

Yesterday was the final fundraiser for this year at my son's elementary school.  It was called Geckos on the Green and was golf themed (as you may have guessed by the title).  There were items that were donated for a silent auction in addition to raffles.  I donated a card class for 6 plus this Teacher Appreciation Basket.  Included in the basket was:

• A gift card holder
• A decorated tin with wrapped Hershey's Nuggets
• A teacher themed composition book w/ matching pen
• A teacher themed clipboard w/ matching pen
• A 6 pack of handmade cards with coordinating envelopes

I hope the recipient enjoys all of the goodies. 

Have a great day!

-Christel

Birthday card for Zavian

Sorry, for the dark pictures, it was raining the day I took the pictures and so the natural light was non-existent.

I needed a birthday car for Zavian's 2nd birthday and was inspired by a card that I saw on Marcella's blog, here. I liked the bright, happy colors and the use of white twine. I decorated the envelope with a popped up kite since this card was being hand delivered. I didn't realize until we were getting ready to leave for the party that my kites don't have strings, just tails. These are apparently runaway kites. Oh well, I'll get that right next time.

Have a great day!

-Christel

Birthday card for Makai

Here is the card that I made for (my friend Heidi's daughter) Makai's 4th birthday. I wanted to do something with a rainbow, and I just happen to have every color of the retired corduroy buttons (shocking, I know). I used the "frosting" from the cupcake punch for the clouds. I think it's a pretty happy card for a 4 year old.

Have a great day!

-Christel

St. Patrick's Day Class Treats

These are the treats that I made for my kids classmates for St. Patrick's Day this year. The Rolo is meant to signify the pot of gold at the end of the (m&m) rainbow. I really wanted to stack my m&m's in a rainbow, but to get it to look the way I liked it took a lot of candy. I thought better of giving the kids that much sugar and just went with the mixed rainbow m&m's in the bag. Thanks for looking.

Have a great day!

-Christel