It's that time of year when surprises end up on your doorstep...summer squash, zucchini, bags of apricots, carrots, beans for snapping, you know, summer fresh produce. I love it all and am so thankful to have others share it with me as our garden is non-existent this year until we build a fence. The wild horses sure enjoyed our garden last year.
I've got a load of super ripe apricots to fit into my schedule within the next two days, so today I started on apricot jam. LOVE this stuff, especially on freshly baked bread, now if only I knew how to make freshly baked bread :)
I'm very much looking forward to some zucchini...it's probably my favorite summer veggie besides peas, but I don't think anyone shares peas...they are too delicious to share.
My card today uses Papertrey Ink's Chevron Stripes Border dies, Background Basics: Houndstooth, and Star Prints stamp sets. The paper is from My Mind's Eye, Pink Paislee, and Melissa Frances. The sweet organza flowers are from Maya Road, and there's a touch of vintage trim and my tea-stained twill here as well.
Happy Summer Fresh Season!
Melis
Summery and fresh Melissa, very pretty! I love the fruits and vegis of summer as well. Fresh cherries mmmmm!
Posted by: Lisa | June 18, 2012 at 07:30 PM
Very cute, Melissa. I've been baking up a storm with the veggies from my garden.
Posted by: Sierra Winters | June 18, 2012 at 08:45 PM
No veggies yet here in NYC..but the tomatoes, peppers and herbs are getting higher. Can't wait!
Love your card..So pretty and soft...Love the colors!
Posted by: Winnie Dolderer | June 19, 2012 at 02:30 AM
This is one of my faves that you've done, Melis! The color palette is so lovely!! Are you by any chance going to sell this one? Would love to buy it for a friend! Let me know, ok?
Have a wonderful week, and thank you for sharing your wonderful inspiring designs!!
Hugs,
Becky
Posted by: Becky | June 19, 2012 at 02:42 AM
Nothing better than snap peas! Beautiful card, love that MME paper and the pretty doiley butterfly :)
Posted by: Renee VanEpps | June 19, 2012 at 03:37 AM
I love the fresh produce of summer--nothing better! Love your card and the chevron design. The twill and lace highlight the badge beautifully.
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | June 19, 2012 at 04:21 AM
Love your card...the half a butterfly and the way your doily is peeking out...gorgeous!! Love, love, love it!
Posted by: Shilo Miles | June 19, 2012 at 04:46 AM
Oh, Melissa! This is so gorgeous! It has all of my favorite elements: houndstooth, chevron, kraft, lace, doily, and butterfly. An amazing work of art! Thank you for sharing with us today...
My mouth is watering for apricots now, it is still a little early for them here, but oh, they sound good!
Have a wonderful day!
Posted by: Cresta Woodruff | June 19, 2012 at 07:42 AM
Yummy!! I love fresh produce! Beautiful card Melis!!
Posted by: char | June 19, 2012 at 09:31 AM
gorgeous! i love the way you balanced feminine lace and colors with the more masculine chevron to soften up the card.
Posted by: Carolyn R. | June 19, 2012 at 12:38 PM
Wow these patterns; especially the houndstooth. I love it in this color. Gorgeous design'I love the addition of that crown too:)
Posted by: Stella | June 19, 2012 at 10:42 PM
Melissa, what a wonderful card! i love the different elements and the creative use of trim. TFS
Posted by: sharon wheet | June 21, 2012 at 08:14 PM
I am totally smitten with this card, Melissa. All the elements are so perfect - as usual. I would love to know where you get those lovely butterfly doilies. I have Googled myself silly looking for them... or is this a die that I just have to have?!
Thank you for sharing your lovely artwork. You are truly an inspiration to me.
btw... I have a super easy bread recipe that even I will make.. and trust me, cooking & baking are far from my like list! LOL
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The card is so gorgeous with a classic style. I love the veggies you mentioned as well as apricot!
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