Friday, March 20, 2009

First Day of Spring!!!

Yay, Spring is finally here! Although, I have to say, it doesn't quite feel like it. One of my favorite things to do on the first day of spring is to hit Rita's! It's a great place to get a water ice. Here in the Philly area that's what we call them. Other places call them italian ice. But, whatever the name, they are amazing. Anyway, Rita's opens today and gives out FREE ices. Last year, my girlfriend and I took the kids and stood in this line.The picture only shows about HALF of it. It stretched the length of the shopping center. DH thought we were insane. But it was worth the wait! We're definitely going again after school...




So, on to some fun stamping news. Have you gotten the newest Stamp It! Cards issue? Mine came the other day and it is AWESOME!! As you know, I'm trying to do more stamping and this issue really inspired me. Cath at the Moxie Fab blog, and the girls at the Paper Crafts blog have been celebrating stamping all week. Today at Moxie Fab, Cath is highlighting several stampers who were focused in the issue and I'm honored to be one of them. There are 10 amazing cards from some of my favorite stampers. Plus, they are having a HUGE giveaway!!!
So, head on over and leave a comment on the Moxie Fab World blog for a chance to win a copy of Stamp It!, some American Crafts stamps and embossing powder, as well as a potpourri of stamps from other great manufacturers. Also, don't forget to hit the Paper Crafts blog. You can leave a comment there and be entered in a drawing for a Copic Marker set worth $70!

Finally, I'll leave you with this card that uses one of my new favorite stamps sets. It's based on this week's CPS Sketch. I used Papertrey Ink's Simply Sationery set. I used it to create the background paper. And I used PTI's Recipe Box Labels for the frame and Heartfelt Messages for the sentiment.




Thanks for stopping by! I hope you enjoy the First Day of Spring!!!
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19 comments:

  1. Michelle StClairMarch 20, 2009 at 10:57 AM

    Oh how cool......happy spring to you.

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  2. EmilyMarch 20, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    I am sure that is one of the memories the kiddies will never forget. I always remember the things that seem so crazy now but were so much fun when I was little.

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  3. Danielle FlandersMarch 20, 2009 at 1:05 PM

    You created the background paper? Holy cow! It's gorgeous! Love that card. Happy Spring to you! It's still cold here, only 35 today. Brrr. I'm ready for the 60's!

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  4. DebbiMarch 20, 2009 at 1:08 PM

    Thanks for the info and card....I'm so ready for Spring, so Happy Spring to you and everyone else.

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  5. AnonymousMarch 20, 2009 at 2:49 PM

    lol that is some line!! bet they were awesome!!!

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  6. whoistracyMarch 20, 2009 at 3:00 PM

    Wow, what a line! I would have stood in it, too. LOL Such a cute card.

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  7. KimberlyMarch 20, 2009 at 3:26 PM

    Happy Spring Anabelle!

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  8. IngridMarch 20, 2009 at 4:01 PM

    I definitely enjoyed the first day of spring. Spring is my favorite season. We too had our first icecream this week. :-) Great pic of the kids. Your card is gorgeous.

    Enjoy your weekend!

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  9. Patty O'MalleyMarch 20, 2009 at 4:57 PM

    Gorgeous card! Hope you enjoyed the water ice.

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  10. Juliana Michaels 17turtlesMarch 20, 2009 at 6:54 PM

    Your card is gorgeous!
    And thanks for sharing the scoop!

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  11. Shaina LongstreetMarch 20, 2009 at 7:25 PM

    oh wow...that card is just stunning! awesome job.
    i'm so glad its spring! i can feel it here and i have little crocuses blooming. :)

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  12. Shaina LongstreetMarch 20, 2009 at 7:27 PM

    oh wow...that card is just stunning! awesome job.
    i'm so glad its spring! i can feel it here and i have little crocuses blooming. :)

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  13. Tricia WilsonMarch 20, 2009 at 8:57 PM

    Beautiful card Anabelle. Happy first day of Spring to you too!

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  14. AnonymousMarch 20, 2009 at 10:55 PM

    This is stunning! I absolutely love that color combination!

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  15. MarthaMarch 21, 2009 at 5:28 AM

    This is such a pretty card! Beautiful colours. Love spring!!!
    Have a nice weekend :)

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  16. Audrey PettitMarch 21, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    What an absolutely gorgeous card, Anabelle! I adore the colors and the design. Fabulous stamping. It truly is just SO stunning.
    Congrats on being featured. You deserve every minute of it.

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  17. david santosMarch 21, 2009 at 3:12 PM

    Gorgeous card! Congratulations! Happy Day.

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  18. Leigh PennerMarch 21, 2009 at 8:19 PM

    I'm trying to stamp more lately...
    Love the card you made, Anabelle!
    And that icy treat sounds great!!

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  19. Linda BeesonMarch 22, 2009 at 1:19 AM

    Wow, Anabelle - Your card is truly amazing! I am loving those colors and your stamping is wonderful! Great use of that CPS sketch.

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Thanks for your lovely comments! They make my day. :)