This week is graduation! Although I still have a few more weeks of work left on the beast (aka my thesis), I'll be walking in the graduation ceremonies this Friday with two of my best friends. I'm happy that my hubby and close family will be there with me to celebrate the day.
I thought that today would be a great day to let Nora take over my blog! I was so lucky to meet her when I was teaching A Muse classes in New Jersey almost two years ago. We bonded over Twilight and sparkly glitter :) She is such a *hoot* and an amazingly talented woman. I also love that she is so supportive of independent companies/shops - be sure to check out the links she shares below!
Something Old, Something New
I made this card with some oldies, but goodies. First, the layout is based on a sketch from the March/April 2009 Paper Crafts Magazine. The stamp set is also an "oldie" from Cornish Heritage Farms by Kim Hughes, a great company that unfortunately closed it's doors awhile back. But if you like the art, make sure to check out Kim's new stamp company Paper Smooches.
I was at my sister's shop, Paper Wings, and grabbed the beautiful 6x6 Stella Ruby paper pads by My Minds Eye, and I knew the colors would go perfect with my little owl! I don't usually stray from the standard A2 size card, but I had some fun with this 4 x 9 1/4" one that will fit in a business size envelope.
Good luck with everything you have going on in the coming days/weeks! Remember, one day at a time ;)
Hugs, Nora
Supplies Used:
Cardstock-PTI Vintage Cream
Stamps-CHF U R A Hoot
DP-Stella Ruby by MME
Ink-Memento Rich Cocoa, Copic Markers RV32, RV34, E25, E33, E37, E57, YR16, Y38
Other-Ribbon from my stash, Distres Stickles, Liquid Pearls
Nora - thanks for such a darling card! This will certainly inspire lots of cute graduation cards!
Oh Jill, thanks for having me on your blog, this is so much fun :) And congratulations on your graduation ceremony on Friday, you should be SO proud of yourself! I know you are going to do an amazing job tackling that BEAST! You go girlie! :)
Posted by: Nora Anne | 25 May 2011 at 10:15 AM
Such a sweet card Nora! Cute sentiment and love the "wise" Owl image!
Posted by: Donna Hitz | 25 May 2011 at 07:29 PM
Fabulous card from Nora! Love the adorable owl and the fabulous sentiment!
Hope you have a great time at grad... hugs!
Posted by: Glenda J | 25 May 2011 at 10:17 PM
I'm so glad someone else describes people as a "hoot," too. And "hoot and holler, you're a scholar" is hilarious! Love Kim Hughes and I think the card is pretty darn cute.
Posted by: Novell | 27 May 2011 at 06:42 AM
adorable card, noraanne!
Posted by: lynn | 29 May 2011 at 03:55 PM