On a day like today, who can resist spending a little time outside...my little one was out the door by 7:30 this morning, checking on the chickens, saying hello to the sunshine, breathing in fresh spring air...we've done this all day long...spring is near...can you feel it? I can smell it, see it in the afternoon shadows, feel it on my face, and lifting my heart.
(Photo courtesy of Leslie at A Creative Mint)
To start off the weekend, I've chose the above photo from A Creative Mint as a bit of inspiration for us...something springy, breezy, bright, and happy. I would love to see where this photo takes you as you sit down to create. I can't wait to see where it takes me. If you'd like to play along, link your creation in the comment section and share it with others. If you don't have a blog, you can email me a picture or post it in an online gallery such as Flickr. Please send me a note if you have any questions.
Today I have a few things to share with you....created for Frost it Pink.
I used the following supplies in case you'd like to make your own....and Frost it Pink is now carrying scrunched seam binding in a variety of colors...the link is listed below.
Love Mail Creative Scraps by Crafty Secrets
Material Girl Small Clear Art Stamps
Peaceful Paper by Melissa Frances
Betty Ann Paper by Melissa Frances
Pink Pop-Out Glitter Hearts by Melissa Frances
Stately Applique Set by Melissa Frances
Thank You Transfers by Melissa Frances
Vintage 3" White Resin Curtain/Swag by Melissa Frances
Vintage Posey Label Dies by Melissa Frances
Madisen Avenue Sister Lace Glitter Paper by My Mind's Eye
Raspberry Truffle Scrunched Seam Binding
Vanilla Bean Scrunched Seam Binding
Once Upon a Springtime Fairy Folk Paper by Graphic 45
Happy Weekend!
Melis
spring is near the southern california desert also! my face is sunburned from spending about half an hour outside! saw some lovely purple wildflowers the other day..love ALL of your lovely cards..take care
Posted by: sarita | March 05, 2011 at 03:21 PM
Oh, Melis, you never disappoint me when I visit your blog! Your gorgeous creations always make me happy. Spring is trying to make itself known here. The weather has been up and down with temps and rain.
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | March 05, 2011 at 03:53 PM
What a beautiful image! I adore this colour scheme! Happened that I have made couple of cards recently, they are very much like this photo! Thanks for inspiration!
Posted by: kissinia | March 05, 2011 at 03:59 PM
You already knew that I love everything you create but the card with the "LOVE YOU"sentiment is my favorite. Love it to pieces..... I am so ready for spring. We had a sunny day but it's still cold. The nights are cold; temperatures still below zero and I can hardly wait to work in my garden and being able to have lunch and dinner in my garden...sitting in the (evening) sun :)
Posted by: Stella | March 05, 2011 at 04:04 PM
MMMmmm! indeed spring is near! Love your creations, it's always a treat to visit a new post by you.
So happy you brought back your photo inspirations.. originally I had made this for the challenge over at Moxie Fab World, but when I saw your cheery photo, I thought I would share here too!
http://midnitelullabies.blogspot.com/2011/03/study-in-yellow.html
Posted by: rebekah faries | March 05, 2011 at 06:28 PM
Spring is showing itself in the light quality around my parts, but it still feels a little cold for me... hopefully soon, as the bulbs are crying out for it! I just love your collection of cards, and that lace that looks tea stained is the perfect accent! :) I hope to play with your photo this week!
Posted by: Meredith | March 05, 2011 at 10:31 PM
Spring is so far away from Greece right now.It s rainy, cold and they say it is going to snow.It s March for God s sake!
Love your cards
Posted by: eleftheria | March 06, 2011 at 12:46 AM
http://jenchapin.blogspot.com/2011/03/photo-inspiration.html
Here is my blog post showing the card I made from this inspiration photo. Thanks for posting! And what beautiful cards too :)
Posted by: Jennifer | March 06, 2011 at 12:31 PM
Hi! I have just finished another spring card :) Hope you have a second to have a look :)
Posted by: kissinia | March 06, 2011 at 02:22 PM
just lovely. wish the weather here was spring like. supposed to warm up soon, yeah. will try to play some soon. thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: laura huffman | March 06, 2011 at 05:16 PM
Thanks for so much beautiful inspiration!
Posted by: Linda | March 06, 2011 at 06:05 PM
Really beautiful cards, Melissa!
Posted by: Kimberly | March 06, 2011 at 07:18 PM
Lovely cards, Melissa! Love all your details and your unmistakable touch. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Lisa Dolson | March 06, 2011 at 09:19 PM
thank for the eye candy, Melissa! it's always a treat to see your work. these are so pretty and sweet!
Posted by: Alice W. | March 06, 2011 at 11:18 PM
Beautiful creations ... Love Leslie's pictures ... here is my entry http://ros-mikeysmom.blogspot.com/2011/03/two-challenges.html
Posted by: Ros crawford | March 07, 2011 at 03:16 AM
Oh how I wish I could pen like you...When I visit your blog, I feel as if I'm in a magical land, surrounded by enchantment and beauty. You, Melis, have a unique talent of taking the ordinary to a level of extraordinary. Thank you for sharing you!
Posted by: Donna M. | March 07, 2011 at 04:40 AM
Love your cards as ever Melissa - lots of shabby gorgeousness ;)
Posted by: Ruth S | March 07, 2011 at 07:37 AM
Gorgeous projects Melis!!! Love that inspiration photo too. Wish I had a bit of time to create something. :)
Posted by: Lisa Dorsey | March 07, 2011 at 12:05 PM
Melissa, gorgeous cards as usual! I just had to make a card once I saw that inspiration photo. here it is:
http://frommybungalow.blogspot.com/2011/03/hello-spring.html
Posted by: Lynn D | March 08, 2011 at 04:15 AM
http://gerispaperwishes.blogspot.com/2011/03/thinking-of-you.html
Hey, Melissa! Sorry to greet you with a link, but I've never done it with my iPad and thought I had better try it out first thing to see if I knew how to do it!! LOL. I really enjoyed this challenge. Thanks for taking the time to inspire and challenge us again!! My card from the first challenge is only a few posts from his one--didn't know if you saw it. Looking forward to see those pretty tags "in action" this week. Have a great day!
Posted by: Geri Freeman | March 10, 2011 at 08:18 PM
Hi Melissa,
I love the cards that you made for Frost it Pink. Thank you for the tip on the seam binding. I will have to go and check it out.
I have a card for the photo challenge from Creative Mint. Thank you for taking a peek. Have a great day.
http://mimiggallery.blogspot.com/2011/03/make-it-monday-challenge-5.html
Posted by: Lisa V. | March 16, 2011 at 03:03 AM
OH.what a beautiful display of cards you have today. I am a little late with this but some sinus/migranes had me for a loop last few days.
A fun challenge, from the Creative Mint image. Thanks for all your wonderful inspiration.
http://littletreasures-sylvia.blogspot.com/2011/03/spring-is-near.html
Posted by: Sylvia/Little Treasures | March 19, 2011 at 12:03 PM