It's graduation week! Woohoo! Although I still have a few weeks of work left to go, I'll be walking in the Spring graduation ceremony in 6 days! I thought it would be fun to kick off the festivities with this fantastic post by my sweet friend Tracy, fellow former A Muse instructor and someone I've grown to truly appreciate in my life. I'm still in awe that she was able to come through with a post for me as she is bravely tackling motherhood with a newborn at the moment! Take it away Tracy:
When Jill asked for some guest bloggers to help her out while she finished her thesis, I knew I wanted to make a card. Yes, I just had a baby a few weeks ago and even though I had not had a chance to stamp since he was born, this would be great motivation to just squeeze in time to do it! I was panicking since the time just wasn't presenting itself, until finally the baby took a liking to his swing for an hour, I was able to sneak into my craft room (how I've missed you!) and whipped up a much deserved graduation card for Jill's upcoming accomplishment at the end of this month! Anyone who pursues and achieves a higher education deserves a great big high-five! in my book and hopefully some festive celebrating will ensue for her as well. =)
The card was pre-cut with the grad cap which I really liked... I've had the Penny Black hedgehog image for a long time now and although it hasn't seen much use lately, I'm always glad when the occasion arises. Stamped and colored with copic and spica pens. Layered on gold and black cardstock. Perfect line up for the cap on the image to peek through the pre-cut window on the card front. But now, how to keep the card shut?
A simple band to go around the entire card with a 'congratulations' stamp (michael's) on a strip banner would serve just fine. Added a few star punches (marvy) and the card goes into the mail to a dear friend on her graduation day. Way to go Jill! You deserve it!
I imagine Fisher Price has been elevated several notches in your book, as well as mine - UNBELIEVABLE card Tracy! You are my hero!
Fabulous card from Tracy! Kudos to her for getting a card done. Congrats on graduation this week!
Posted by: Glenda J | 21 May 2011 at 08:55 AM
What a fantastic card! Very creative and I love the hedgehog.
Posted by: Nancy | 23 May 2011 at 05:59 PM
Great card! I love the die cut grad cap, very clever!
Congratulations Tracy, I hope you are enjoying your time with your new little boy! :)
Posted by: Nora Anne | 25 May 2011 at 10:23 AM
Get out! I love that die cut card (and the Penny Black hedgehog is a cutie, too!).
Posted by: Novell | 27 May 2011 at 06:41 AM
The card looking excellent. Great card.. I want to make beautiful and stylish card. I enjoy your card idea.
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