Lovely, lovely, snow covered day....it's quiet and peaceful here...technically we've been snowed in since yesterday...a rarity around here...I was able to scoot into town to run errands as my husband came home to care for Sierra a bit and I had the truck...otherwise...snowed in...and I love it. I don't have much to chat about today....just thankful to be a mommy and wife...thankful for the love that comes so naturally with motherhood...thankful I get to experience that type of love.
I thought I'd share my workshop project with you that I designed for Emma's Paperie this week...perhaps it's something you'd like to try...it's very easy and I think it will be fun to incorporate here at home.
Wouldn't it be extra sweet if someone you loved very much left you a love note each day leading up to Valentine's Day??? I say, oh, yes! Forget the chocolates....I'd tuck those little love notes away and read them again and again.
I've just posted a few of these here....hopefully you can get the idea and make some for your sweetheart of sweethearts....
The notes are held inside these sweet glassine bags all dressed up for February.
I find it so fun to go a bit over the top on things like this...keepsakes and treasures...using up my favorite of favorite embellishments on someone I love.
And...by making each one completely different makes this project so much fun....these are each tiny little canvases that come together very quickly, but give you a chance to try something new on each one.
So...what do you say...will you join me in the 14 Days of February?
I've got instructions and supplies waiting for you HERE at the Emma's Paperie blog...happy shopping and creating...and please let me see yours when done...I'd love to take a peek.
One more before I go...
This card uses the Cupcake Collection and Background Basics: Hearts stamp sets from Papertrey Ink.
Lots of Melissa Frances thrown here and there as well and a snippet from a doily.
My little one is calling.
Hugs and Love.
Melis
Hey, I love your little valentine idea. I LOVE all of your little ideas! I so look forward to your post and hearing about your sweet little one.hope she is feeling better!) I have four precious grandkids of my own and they bring us so much joy! The funny they things they say!!! Love them. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Becky H | January 28, 2010 at 08:28 AM
Adorable and *sweet* cupcake card, Melissa! Could just eat it up :) Stay warm -- we're expecting that storm you just had to begin hitting us here in NC tomorrow - UGH! We rarely get snow here in the south, but looks like we'll get some this weekend. Guess I'll 'have to' stay in and paper craft!! xo
Posted by: Debbie Marcinkiewicz | January 28, 2010 at 08:29 AM
Melissa, I don't know how you do it but your projects always inspire me. Vintage/shabby chic is not usually "my style" but you inspire me to make "my style" (clean/graphic/linear) better. To add layers, combine patterns, add bits and bobs, use stamps and papers in ways I didn't think of. So, thank you from this "clean and linear" girl.
And great idea on the 14 Days of Feb. I'd been tossing around that idea but not sure if I could pull it off with Feb so near and other things on my plate. But, I think I'll give it a try.
Posted by: Jennifer K | January 28, 2010 at 08:31 AM
Gorgeous! So pretty.
Posted by: Helen | January 28, 2010 at 08:45 AM
Oh. My. Goodness. These are just over-the-top fabulous!!! I just LOVE this idea... my daughter will be thrilled (hmmm, what to do for my son? Monster trucks? LOL!). I will definitely do this. Can I ask what size glassine bags you used? It looks like maybe your notes are ATC-sized. So very sweet and yummy!
Posted by: JeanFB | January 28, 2010 at 09:12 AM
Gorgeous! Simply gorgeous!! Love the vintage Valentine look--it's my fave, and one I get to use a lot since dd #2 was born day after. Lucky me!
Posted by: Elise | January 28, 2010 at 09:28 AM
I love that sweet cupcake card! And the notes are a great idea :-)
Posted by: Char | January 28, 2010 at 09:38 AM
Your designs are so pretty and warm and cozy, they feel like a hug. I think I'll try your idea, at least for a week, if I can't do 14 days. Thanks for giving us instructions. Hope your lil sweetie is feeling better.
Posted by: Verona H | January 28, 2010 at 09:57 AM
What a wonderful idea!! I agree little notes would be so much better than candy anyday. (and better on the hips,LOL)
Posted by: Elizabeth S. | January 28, 2010 at 10:00 AM
a lovely idea....i would love to do it, but would do it x2 for eahc of my little girls:):) you are always an inspiration; creativeness and for gently reminding me to love life as it is right now. thank you;):) ((hugs))
Posted by: Tinla | January 28, 2010 at 10:02 AM
What a lovely idea to make these valentine cards. Love your cupcake card too.
I am impressed by your talent; how do you manage to get all the inspiration for all those lovely creations?
Posted by: Stella | January 28, 2010 at 10:11 AM
They are so so cute!!!!!each is unique!
Posted by: Evgenia | January 28, 2010 at 10:23 AM
My Melissa - goodness these are just lovely. And there's that precious pink seam binding tape (ribbon)! That's it! That's the one! Too bad I couldn't find it at Emma's Paperie. :(
Glassine bags and their contents are beyond beautiful!
Posted by: Gabriela (Gabi With An Eye) | January 28, 2010 at 10:47 AM
What a darling idea! Each and everyone of these are works of art, Melissa! You have such a beautiful style!
Posted by: Jana Eubank | January 28, 2010 at 11:52 AM
A doily cupcake! how cute! these are so beautiful! i really love your 14 days of Feb. idea...now if I could just get my special someone to play along. tee hee! :)
dani
Posted by: Dani | January 28, 2010 at 12:21 PM
Those are absolutely beautiful. I'm going to use bits & pieces of several as inspiration for a handmade card for my husband.
Posted by: Kim | January 28, 2010 at 02:25 PM
Know what I would dearly Love?
...An idea book filled with nothing but your beautiful designs! :-)
Posted by: Pat | January 28, 2010 at 03:49 PM
Everything is beautiful!
Posted by: Eileen Velez | January 28, 2010 at 04:52 PM
Just beautiful. Then again, I'd expect nothing less.
Posted by: SuZeQ | January 28, 2010 at 05:04 PM
What a sweet idea! :) Love it all... and your cupcake, Oh Melissa! Girlfriend! Lol! Sweet doesn't begin to describe it. :) TFS! *hugs*
Posted by: Sarah Martina | January 28, 2010 at 10:00 PM
such a nice idea.....
I never seem to get enough time to play so enjoying your blog is a treat I do allow myself!!
I would be over the moon If I ever received 14 days of February...
Have a beautiful day Melis!
Posted by: Lou | January 29, 2010 at 03:04 AM
really love all of your bits and pieces! beautiful stuff!
Posted by: lynn | January 29, 2010 at 03:13 AM
Great idea. The little packets are so pretty and fun.
Posted by: Denise | January 29, 2010 at 06:11 AM
Gosh Melissa you are just and endless fountain of ideas. What a fun idea and what beautiful little packages to hide them in!! The treasure of a love note that can be read again and again is so so perfect.Thank you for the wonderful inspiration. Hope your little bean better soon. blessings
Posted by: Davi | January 29, 2010 at 06:36 AM
what a fabulous idea....just fabulous...hugs and blessings to you...
Posted by: regina | January 29, 2010 at 08:26 AM