Oh, and I do.
I had a moment today where I was able to observe someone loving their life, expressing all of the simple things that created such happiness and joy for them and it made me realize how very happy I am, how much I love my life, how grateful for it, ups and downs, the bitter and sweet, all of it.
I love creating, playing with paper and color, texture, bits and bobs, ink and ribbon...just a few things that make me happy.
Today's card is based on another contest found at Papertrey Ink in celebration of their 6th anniversary. I used Sketch #2 and had so much fun. Sketches are such a great way to boost your creativity. I admit that sometimes sketches can make me pull my hair out, but I love the simplicity to Nichole's sketches because they leave plenty of room for your own interpretation.
I pulled out an oldie but definitely a goodie, the Spiral Bouquet stamp set, along with Ocean Tides ink, the Sending You, Movers & Shakers: Poppers, Tag Sale #2, and Framed Out #12 dies, Vintage Cream and Aqua Mist felt, and Soft Stone buttons. I also used a bit of burlap which will soon be available in Papertrey Ink's Boutique Bargains section of the store.
The lovely scrunched seam binding is from Craft Spot.
Be sure to visit Nichole's blog to learn more and play along.
Thanks for stopping by.
Melis
I totally agree with you. Life is amazing. So much to be grateful for. Love your card.
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | February 10, 2013 at 04:53 AM
Life IS amazing! I can always leave you comments about how I love your work, but more than anything, I just really adore you as a person. There aren't many people in the world as sweet as you.
Posted by: Trell | February 10, 2013 at 05:16 AM
Melissa you live the Beatitudes out loud! Thank you for being an example. Gorgeous art as usual!
Posted by: Nancy Penir | February 10, 2013 at 05:54 AM
You have such a sweet soul Melissa and it shows in the paper crafting you love! This is a delightful card!!
Posted by: Lisa | February 10, 2013 at 06:01 AM
I love reading your blog Melis!! I was laying in bed last night after an amazing day of learning a new craft and realizing that my life was pretty great! Even though there are times it is stressful I sure do love it! Thanks for all your inspiration!!
Posted by: Jessie McLaughlin | February 10, 2013 at 06:10 AM
Beautiful Melissa! Love that sweet flower!
Posted by: Jill norwood | February 10, 2013 at 06:16 AM
LIFE is pretty AMAZING!! Great sentiment...Perfect take on the sketch..LOVE the tiny tag:)
Posted by: Laura Jane | February 10, 2013 at 07:37 AM
When I stop and look around your blog it is amazing!!! Lovely! Your designs always take my breath away Melis!
Posted by: jan m | February 10, 2013 at 07:43 AM
Love your interpretation of the sketch! Beautiful!
Posted by: Elizabeth S. | February 10, 2013 at 05:33 PM
Your projects always amaze me.
Posted by: linda | February 11, 2013 at 06:47 AM
Gosh! Your cards are pure ART! Love it. Just Beautiful
Posted by: Candy Gardner | February 11, 2013 at 11:47 AM