feather your nest...

Good afternoon!

I'm knee-deep in projects at the moment...knee-deep in Polly Pockets too...love having my little shadow at my feet doing our thing together, but wanted to say a quick hello and offer up a fun challenge.

First, how about a little project I created for Emma's Paperie to kick of the month of September?  The color of the month is brown.....yum, how I love this color and the endless possibilities of colors that you can pair with it.  This is a fun little Jenni Bowlin notebook with another bird of course.  All of the supplies I used on this can be found here on the blog.   And, then of course while you're there make sure to check out the amazing creations from the other designers there.

  So, seeing as how I am buried right now...I thought we could have a little fun to get you all up and creating with me!  I have a simple challenge in mind with a fun give-a-way at the end. 

The challenge will last until next Tuesday night, September 16th at midnight MST.  I will draw a winner randomly on Wednesday morning and will award the lucky girl a couple of things I love to "feather my nest" with. 

The challenge is this:

1.  Create a card that contains at least one bird image (can be found on patterned paper, stickers, stamps, chipboard die cuts, etc.  Any kind of bird---owls are so fun right now, how about a crow because fall is upon us---whatever you'd like.

2.  You can enter as many times as you like using a different card.

3.  Post your creation in an online gallery or on your blog and then come back here to this post and link me to it---I don't want anyone to get lost in the shuffle :)

The winner will be chosen randomly and will receive a couple of my favorite household must-haves and favorites.

These are favorites of mine that I love to splurge on occasionally--they may seem simple, but they make my little nest a little warmer.  I love Gooseberry Patch cookbooks and I will send the winner a new cookbook.  I also love cute dishtowels and dishcloths and specifically love Park Designs.  So, I'll send the winner a cute little collection of towels and cloths as well.  How does that sound----silly how simple little things like these make me happy.

Alright---ready go!  Let me know if you have any questions.  I am preparing myself to be wowed :)

I'm off to get ready for Story  Hour---did ya know I have I new job---yep, I'm the Story Hour lady---I'm really enjoying it.

Melis

Comments

[Danielle]

so stinkin gorgeous and what a fun challenge! =)

[Char]

Well, I guess I'm the official stocker of your web-site!! My day isn't complete until I see what wonderful thing you've cooked up!! And you never fail to dissapoint!! Have a wonderful day!!! Char

[Katie]

Hi Melissa! First of all, I love that you are the storybook lady :) Second, I also love Gooseberry books...now you've got me in the mood to pull out my favorite Fall one!

I always love to play along with your challenges...hoping I'll get the chance!

Katie

[Hilary Kanwischer]

Gorgeous!!! Oh and did you say Gooseberry? I'm actually in one of those cookbooks....Country, Quick and Easy! That's was years ago and haven't submitted anything recently, but I, like you...love those books. Great challenge! I think I'm up for it. :)

[Charlotte Ravn]

Hi Melissa

What a beautiful little book you made, you are such a great inspiration! I just posted a card with a bird to my blog earlier today, as if i knew you would make this challenge lol
http://www.ravndesign.blogspot.com/

[Michele]

This is gorgeous!!! (as all your work is!)

[heather]

oh great challenge! i will have to see if i have and good bird stuff

[Krist Lee]

Oh I love this challenge! I think I'll work on it right now....and for a chance to get a cookbook?!?!?! Did I ever tell you that I am a cookbook ADDICT. Yet sadly enough I do not own a single Goosberry one. Go figure.

Well I'm off to play with the new WRMK Nonsense. Just got all the embellies yesterday. That lil' owl is so stinkin' cute! Thanks for giving me a great excuse to play!

[Regina]

oooooooooooo i love brown and i love your project...hugs and blessings

[~Shari]

Hi Melissa! Thank you for your continued inspiration! I just so happen to have a bird project on TWO PEAS. It is birthday cake slice made from sparkly paper, lots of pearls, paper lace, ribbon and of course a bird.
http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/pg.asp?cmd=display&layout_id=1381509
Love your talent!
~Shari

[Penny Shuberg]

Melissa
I too am one of the official Lurkers and decided I was going to write you a note, your blog and all of your creative talent is such an inspiration to so many, and I wanted to thank you for sharing, Birds have a special meaning to me,when my Mom passed away, I believe a Bluebird visited me to let me know she arrived in Heaven,I visit your blog almost every day, and am always rewarded, good luck to you in your New Job.
~Penny S

[Ella]

Hi Melissa!! Congrats with your new job! Its great when enjoing the time at work!!

Yesterday I crated a "congrats with your new house" to my brother, and it fits your challenge:-) Yippiyah:-)

Love your card, and I like you cant do it without brown;-)

Have a great weekend!!

[Ella]

And here`s my card *blush* :

http://ellascraftroom.blogspot.com/2008/09/grattis-med-hus-kort.html

[Kandis]

so cute Melissa! Love me some fun dish towels too! Might have to play along :)!

[Heather Prins]

Your work is just amazing, thank you for sharing it always!

[Snuppeline]

I have just discovered you blog and I can promise you I will return again and again. Your work is just amazing! I hope it is ok that I link to you blog?

[amber00]

Love your blog, so many great ideas:) It's a "must visit" every day. Already thinking of a card for the contest! I adore Gooseberry Patch.

[Linda Albrecht]

Oh Melissa- Your designs always melt my heart. So sweet and adorable-- just like you. Have a wonderful weekend. Linda

[Lisa K]

You have such a beautiful site. thanks for hosting this challenge. I love all things birds. Here is my entry.
http://stampedwithsprinkles.blogspot.com/2008/09/button-tree.html
lisa K in TX

[Lisa K]

Here is one more that I made. Thanks so much! Lisa K in TX

http://stampedwithsprinkles.blogspot.com/2008/09/birds-galore.html

[Lisa K]

I am on a roll...here is one more...
http://stampedwithsprinkles.blogspot.com/2008/09/nother-bird-card.html

[heather]

yay i made a bird card for your challenge! what a great idea to have a bird theme! check out my card at http://staybeautiful-tigergirl.blogspot.com/2008/09/birdie-approved.html

[Alicia]

Here's my cuckoo clock card with a cute little bird on top!

http://flickr.com/photos/gollyg/2853201927/

I have never heard of that cookbook. I cant cook at all, maybe that could help me learn!

[Penny]

Hi--my sister and I share a blog. She was creating so many bird cards, I had to get in the spirit. Here's mine, thanks!

http://stampedwithsprinkles.blogspot.com/2008/09/bird-cupcake-challenge.html

[Annette]

Here's my card Melissa. Thanks for the fun challenge!
http://www.annette-paperbistro.blogspot.com/