Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Squeezing Summer Sunshine Cards...

 I recently went into the studio with nothing in mind and this is what was created.  I took some fabric given to me by Sherry of http://sherrysimpleblog.blogspot.com/ and some card and envelope stock and began cutting, gluing, stamping and adding buttons and lace.
Our weather this summer has been so perfect that I just wanted to "squeeze every drop of summer sunshine" possible. 
I made seven sets and then mailed them out to some of my followers as a surprise.  I put the card and envelope into a larger envelope so they were receiving an unused card that they can either send along to someone else or put in their handmade stash of goodies.
I had fun and love spending time in my studio.  It is always extra nice when I have no preset notion and then the end result makes me very happy.  I smile each time I see these photos.  Of course I didn't keep one for myself.  You know how it is...make for everyone else and send them along.   At least I thought to take a photo. 
Very simple, very quick and very Summer!
Hope everyone is enjoying the remaining days of sunshine...For those of you with extreme heat I wish you cooler weather to enjoy.
In true Summer style I made potato salad for dinner tonight along with cold roasted chicken in pure picnic mode.  And of course watermelon for dessert!  What's for dinner at your house?
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15 comments:

  1. Kathryn ZbrzeznyAugust 23, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Beautiful cards!! I just love the summer citrus squeeze theme. I too am trying to squeeze every last drop of my summer vacation now...enjoy your yummy dinner. I'm not cooking. K

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  2. SuztatsAugust 23, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Summer and citrus= a perfect pair. Lovely cards. Your supper sounds great. Ours? Salmon in a sweet garlic sauce, garlic rice, and mixed veg. Enjoy every last moment of summer.

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  3. DogwoodAugust 23, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    I love my Squeezing the most out of Summer" card! Thank you so much. Such a creative idea!

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  4. AngelaAugust 23, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Great cards! I can almost smell the citrus!
    Super creative!

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  5. Cindy AdkinsAugust 23, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Oh wow, these are totally adorable!! I love the colors and the joyful designs!!!
    XO
    Cindy

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  6. DortheAugust 24, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    Dear Sherry, they are so sweet, and fresh ,and mouthwatering -:)
    and I just recieved mine, -what a sweet surprice, dear- thankyou so very much-
    Hugs,Dorthe

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  7. elleAugust 24, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    They are just summer perfect. You really are creatology perfect yourself. Meatloaf! And I burnt the green beans checking my 'puter! awk!

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  8. Twyla and LindseyAugust 24, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    Mmmm, wish I was coming to your house for dinner! Your cards are So pretty! Such a kind gesture. Have a wonderful day! Twyla

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  9. UnknownAugust 24, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    Thank you for always leaving such nice comments on our blog. You are very kind Thanks!
    Love the colors of the cards.

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  10. UnknownAugust 24, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Awesome card design! Summer picnic on a card!

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  11. Kerri JeanAugust 25, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    Sometimes having nothing in mind is the best way, and these sunny citrus cards prove it!!! These are wonderful!!!

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  12. JillayneAugust 25, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    My my, you have been busy in the studio of late... I on the other hand, no longer know quite where mine is!
    I love the summery-ness you put into your cards and feel as you do, that the last days of summer are upon us and I don't want to miss a thing!
    I have enjoyed looking at your past few posts and love the charms you did for the Swap. And the chocolate charms? Adorable of course!

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  13. EllaAugust 25, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    I love your cards and this fun post~
    Yes, we do need to squeeze out the last days of summer~ :D

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  14. Uniquely EllaAugust 25, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    These are just so super happy and full of sunshine. Love the yellow and black, just beautiful!
    xxx
    Marlene

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  15. Scrappy Pink CornerAugust 28, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    The followers on your blog that will be receiving these marvelous cards ware so very lucky. Your work is wonderful. Love the cards.
    Thanks for sharing.

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