It's a warm Thursday, July evening here....we just enjoyed creamed peas and potatoes for dinner....I need to bake some zucchini muffins for breakfast and munchies tomorrow....and my little one is just about ready for stories and bed. She is such a great reader....I am amazed at how she continues to learn and learn naturally....reading has opened up a whole new world for her and I love to hear her studying out words and letting them tumble from her lips as she discovers what they really are....what a fun gift for me to experience as a mom.
This was created for Emma's Paperie this week....all glittered and creamy.
Step by step instructions and a complete supply list can be found HERE on the Emma's Paperie blog....hope you'll try one...it's a snap.
And...a fun card tonight before I go...created for the CPS blog this week using stamps from my friend Tami Mayberry for Sweet N Sassy stamps...ohhhh I love 'em...gonna give 'em lots of lovin' I just know it. Paper from Basic Grey, flower from Prima, bling from Zva Creative, rubons from Melissa Frances, button from etsy, and ticket from Tim Holtz.
For those of you who asked, the flowers I used in my button tutorial were from Martha Stewart Crafts...got 'em at Michael's...aren't they pretty?
The jars I used for my marmalade are Crystal Jelly Jars from Kerr....
And please remind me of any other questions you may have asked that I have failed to answer.
Time for night night here in the desert.
Melis
What state do you live in, Melissa? It sounds like So Cal or Arizona. I'm trying to think where else there is a desert.
Anyway, your creations are stunning! I especially love the card... the colors are some of my faves. You truly have the touch!
Sleep well,
Lisa
Posted by: Lisa Hjulberg | July 09, 2009 at 11:10 PM
Wouhaaaaa ! It's marvellous !!! I love it !!!
Posted by: Gribouille | July 10, 2009 at 12:20 AM
Love your beautiful, thoughtful, sweet creations, as always!! Thanks so much for sharing them, and your life with us! It's a highlight in my day!
Posted by: Becky | July 10, 2009 at 04:08 AM
I bought all the goodies to try my hand at it. Won't be the same, lol, but WOW all my fav goodies, colors.....WONDERFUL!! It'll be fun to try! BEAUTFUL as always, I look forward to every post.
Posted by: dee | July 10, 2009 at 06:43 AM
Beautiful cards and love your blog....
Posted by: Mary Duffek | July 10, 2009 at 06:45 AM
Cuteness never ends here does it? While I sleep you are off posting all your creations and I look forward to waking up the next morning to see what you have made. It's a little like waiting for Santa, only I get it EVERY morning :-). LOVE IT!! Your picture of the desert on a warm Thursday sounds nothing short of bliss. I think I was born to live in Arizona, I loved it SO much when I was there. Showers forecast for here today. No change there then :-).
Hugs to your little reader...
Axx
Posted by: Ali | July 10, 2009 at 08:06 AM
Hi Melissa, just wanted to tell you that you are as beautiful of a person as your work...what a blessing...I haven't been to your site in a while, but every time I get a minute to visit I am blown away....double hugs and blessings to ya girl.....
Ps: remember you ALWAYS have a spot on the cutting cafe team...whenever you can get a breather.....HUGS.............
Posted by: regina | July 10, 2009 at 10:58 AM
Hey Melissa,
Do you remember me? Heidi from ottawa, IL? I sent you a little story about your "I love you berry much" card I made for a student of mine. well, it's me again. LOL! Just like you to know your readers. But I have a question for you?? I was broswing on the cricut website. They have a Melissa P. listed as a designer. It must be you?? Maybe I have missed this info before. Keep up with your beautiful work. You inspire me everyday. And keep that little girl reading. Right now I am reading Because of Winn Dixie to my daughter. It is awesome if you are able to throw down a southern twang. We laugh and laugh.
Posted by: heidi quick | July 10, 2009 at 01:17 PM
This is so beautiful. I love stopping by your blog, your are so talented
Posted by: lisette | July 10, 2009 at 03:54 PM
Melissa... you just keep amazing me with your creative mind. The paper pocket is so unique and your card is beautiful with that flower and cameo. I don't know how you do it with all the DTs you belong to and you even have time to bake fresh muffins! Thanks for all you share. BTW, your daughter is beautiful... such a pretty little girl.... Adela
Posted by: Adela | July 12, 2009 at 01:04 AM
Hi,
I have just been introduced to your site and love all that you do. I am inspired and appreciate your work as you think in my mainstream (slightly out of the box) Are you stamping directly on fabric sometimes for the soft baby look on some cards or is that the name of a fabric?
Posted by: Donna meyers | July 15, 2009 at 07:24 AM