All is calm...

Just woke up from my nighttime nap---I love it when I accidentally fall asleep while tucking Sierra in bed---sweet times that won't last much longer I'm afraid.

Lots I'd love to share with you tonight---but not much I can share at this point---hopefully soon.

Here is my second assignment for CreativeXpress this month.  My challenge was to create 2 heart-shaped Valentine cards using my Cricut, Provo Craft Grazioso paper collection, dimensional embellishments, and non-traditional colors.  This was a super fun assignment---and I LOVE my Cricut Expression---if you're still trying to make up your mind about one of these---let me help you---get it, get it, get it.  Did that help?

And, I seem to be in the stamping mood lately---I'm such a rookie when it comes to stamping---but I sure enjoy it.  I made this card using some of my favorite papers from Melissa Frances, and a new stamp set from Basic Grey---love their stamps. 

For any of you in search of the felt bags from Provo Craft---the only place I can find them online for you is here at CreativeXpress---they actually are offering a Felt Bag Crafting Kit---which allows you to create 3 bags with lots of the fun, felt flowers and leaves.  They're on sale now too. 

And....I'm tossing around the idea of selling my cards as I have oodles here at home.  Before I do though, I'd really appreciate any feedback you may have regarding whether of not this is some things that interests you---I'd love to hear what you have to say as I'm thinking this through.

Hope you all had a wonderful Monday.  This week is so crazy but is packed with things I love.  I decorate Christmas trees every year at out store---and just sold one this weekend for a good $250---now I have 2 more requests and need to get those done---I really enjoy this and the fact that my little girl comes with me and plays right at my feet or follows her daddy around while he works---I love getting to work with him and helping him however I can.

Night.

Melissa

Comments

[Natalie]

I'll take 10....seriously!!! I think it is a great idea to sell them...they sure do mount up!! Would love to see your christmas trees. I imagine they are beautiful!!!

[Ashley Harris]

Wow! Those are some great Valentine's. I still have my reservations about the cricut so I will have to wait a while longer. Anywho, have a wonderful day!

[Dana]

I am TOTALLY interested in buying your cards. I think Etsy.com would be a great way to sell them. Keep us posted on what you decide.

[Severine]

your last cards are absolutly gorgeous !!! where did you find all those fantastic ideas ????

[Linda Albrecht]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE your banner, Melissa!!! Gorgeous. What a treat to that every time I stop by.

Beautiful cards too. You definitely SHOULD sell your cards. People would go nutso!!

Linda

[Emily]

Sell them? Of course you should! You are so creative and use fantastic products so I say go for it!

[Rae]

Selling your cards...hmmmm...can you say... 'cash cow'?!? Your work is so incredibly unique, creative,and jaw-droppingly beautiful... there's no doubt in my mind that your cards would successfully sell out! {I, too, would love to see one of your decorated trees... I can only imagine how GORGEOUS they are!} ~rae {simplyrae.blogspot.com}

[regina]

sell your cards......oh my goodness girl....yes yes yes yes....i sell mine myself to....hugs regina

[Audrey Pettit (APet)]

I think you would have lots of luck selling all your gorgeous creations. I have tried selling mine over the years, with varying amounts of success. It's hard to get the right venue, but I bet an Etsy shop would be the way to go.
I, too, would love to see one of your decorated trees!! Can you post, pretty please??
Audrey

[Sonda]

gorgeous cards, Melissa. Valentine's Day already? gosh..i am so not ready for that yet...but what a great little peek at what is to come. thanks for sharing.

[Linda Beeson]

Amazing HEART creations! And I just bought that BasicGrey stamp set! Love seeing your idea for using it!

[Kandis]

Gorgeous work Melissa! Love that fun stamp from Basic Grey!

[JJ]

If there is a Louvre of paper crafts, you would be Picasso, the most exhibited artist in the Louvre of Paper Crafts! seriously. Do not charge anything less than $10 a card, even your most simple ones, they are really THAT good.

[Signe Nagly]

Hi Melissa, I just saw your blog for the first time and WOW! I´m so inspired by all of you designs. You´ve gone straight into my favorite sites to visit. Thank you for the great ideas!

[Laurie Star]

Yes - you should sell your cards! They are simply gorgeous! And you should snap photos of your decorated trees for all of us to see - put us in the holiday mood! :)

[stacey kingman]

#1 I want to see the tree. Picture, please.

#2 Those Valentines are yummy. I'll take seventeen of them.

#3 Would you get burned out on making the cards to sell??? (I think they'd do great!)

[Sofi]

Melissa, your work is truelly brilliant, and I'm sure you will do brilliantly well.(for sure!)

[Jennifer Sizemore]

Your cards are beautiful! If you decide to sell them, I am postive you will do well. I have a co-worker that buys handmade cards online all the time - and I will definately be steering her towards you.

[teri]

Totally lovely, Melis!
And... go go go on your trees! Way to go. :)

[Molly]

You stamp just beautifully, my dear! I love these, and I just adore your style. Oh to have 1/8th of your talent...oh to be that lucky :D