Good morning! Today I am happy to be participating in a blog hop celebrating Autism Awareness, organized by Veronica Zalis. How special are the many individuals who have autism...they truly make this world brighter, more colorful, diverse, compassionate, understanding, and unique.
I had to use this sentiment for this special occasion...I would use it for every person in my life, as it is so true to each one of us, isn't it? I used the Wild About You stamp set and coordinating dies from My Favorite Things on my card today, paper piecing and using Copics on my lion.
I used the Radiating Rays stencil from My Favorite Things in the background, sponging ink over my stencil to create the sunbeams. I then used stitched circle dies to create my focal point, using a fun, playful plaid in the background that coordinated with my lion.
Lastly, I embellished with some star dies cuts, sequins, and of course, finished with my sweet sentiment.
- Altenew - Sponsor - 2 $30 gift certificates and DT
- Avery Elle - Sponsor -$30
- Brutus Monroe - Sponsor - $25
- Chibitronics - Sponsor and DT
- Crafting Desert Divas - Sponsor - $25
- Ellen Hutson - Sponsor - $30 - possible design team participation
- Heffy Doodle - Sponsor $35 and DT
- Hero Arts - Sponsor
- Honey Bee Stamps - Sponsor $30 and DT
- Jennifer McGuire - Sponsor $100 SSS
- Lawn Fawn - Sponsor - $25
- Lil’ Inker Designs - Sponsor and DT
- MFT - Sponsor - $25 and Challenge DT
- Newtons Nook - Sponsor - $25 and DT
- Pink and Main - Sponsor and possibly DT
- Pretty Pink Posh - $30 Sponsor and DT
- Reverse Confetti - Sponsor and DT
- Right at Home - Sponsor - $20
- Sandy Allnock - Sponsor - 3 slots online classes and blog hop participation.
- Scrapbook and Cards Today magazine - Melissa Phillips
- Stampendous - Sponsor and DT
- Stampin’ Up - Tami White - 2 SU Sunshine and Rainbow stamp and die bundles
- Sugarpea Designs - Sponsor - $25
- Sunny Studios - Sponsor - $25
- Taylored Expressions - Sponsor - $25
- Technique Tuesday - Sponsor (Stamp and die set) and DT
- The Greeting Farm - Sponsor
- The Ton - Sponsor - $25 and DT
- Top Flight Stamps - Sponsor - $20
- The Stamp Market - Sponsor and possible DT
- Verve - Sponsor and possible dt participation
- Waffle Flower - Sponsor and DT
- YNS - Sponsor - $25 and DT
I hope you'll take the time to enjoy this special blog hop today.
Thank you for visiting!
Melis
This is so cute, Melissa! Many people don't realize the wide spectrum that Autism takes.... I also wanted to let you know, that I tried the links, but they led me to a blank page on the woman's blog. :( Just so you know. Super card & thank you for being a part of this special awareness! ;)
Posted by: Becky Green | April 02, 2018 at 06:42 AM
look at that precious lion! I absolutely adore your card! and I like that you created it in shades of blue. :)
thank you for being part of this wonderful hop!
Posted by: Jennifer Scull | April 02, 2018 at 07:06 AM
Adorable card!!!
Posted by: Debbie Rumpza | April 02, 2018 at 07:26 AM
This is so sweet! Your card is absolutely wonderful!
Posted by: Jingle | April 02, 2018 at 07:26 AM
Great card for this special blog hop. tfs
Posted by: Helen | April 02, 2018 at 07:34 AM
What a worthy cause for this blog hop! Your card are AWESOME! I especially love the layout!
Posted by: Lagene | April 02, 2018 at 07:38 AM
I love the lion's different mane! That sentiment is just perfect for this hop!
Posted by: D.Ann C | April 02, 2018 at 07:45 AM
beautiful card, full of strength !! I love this cutie !!
Posted by: Lisa | April 02, 2018 at 08:15 AM
Love that this card inspires!! Beautiful!
Posted by: Dina | April 02, 2018 at 08:15 AM
Awesome card, dearie!! Thanks for being a part of this AWESOME event!!!
Posted by: Tenia Nelson | April 02, 2018 at 08:33 AM
WOW! Here is why I am awestruck..and have a big smile on my face---What a wonderful crafting community we have and the impact that we can make together. I am so proud! Veronica and all the sponsors- THANK YOU!
Posted by: susie sonnier | April 02, 2018 at 08:40 AM
You amaze me!! Thanks for sharing this adorable card and beautiful sentiment.
Posted by: Connie Wine | April 02, 2018 at 08:41 AM
Perfect card for Autism awareness. Beautifully done
Posted by: Cyndie Ross | April 02, 2018 at 08:57 AM
Beautiful card. Wonderful Cause.
Posted by: Diane | April 02, 2018 at 09:06 AM
Wonderful sweet card! :) Thanks to everyone who are part of the awesome blog hop, and to the sponsors!
Posted by: Karthikha Uday | April 02, 2018 at 09:33 AM
Your card is adorable, and the words of your post so thoughtful and sweet!
Posted by: Kelly Schirmer | April 02, 2018 at 09:48 AM
This is so sweet! I have a grandson who is Autistic. He is the sweetest, most loving little guy around.
Posted by: Sharyn Polesel | April 02, 2018 at 09:55 AM
So cute! The sentiment is perfect!
Posted by: Mary | April 02, 2018 at 09:57 AM
Darling card! The sentiment works perfectly for this worthy cause!
Posted by: Indy | April 02, 2018 at 10:46 AM
Love the background plaid paper with the lion’s mane. Lovely!
Posted by: Sherri | April 02, 2018 at 11:18 AM
What a darling card! I love the color layout and the lion shows a presence of strength. What a gift for you to share your talent with us!
Posted by: Rebecca L. Romines | April 02, 2018 at 11:38 AM
Your Lion is perfect! Love the colors you picked!
Posted by: Julie | April 02, 2018 at 11:47 AM
Such a lovely card. Thank you for sharing your talent for this worthwhile cause!
Posted by: Kathy McCreary | April 02, 2018 at 11:53 AM
Wonderful card, Melissa. Thank you for participating.
Posted by: Jennifer Bishop | April 02, 2018 at 11:58 AM
Oh! I love the plaid mane!
Posted by: Liz McAllister | April 02, 2018 at 12:19 PM