Recycling Calendars

I am back.  I apologize that I have not posted in so long.  It has been an emotional holiday for me as a dear friend passed away just before Christmas and then just after the new year a co-worker and friend passed away.  I will miss them both very much and pray for their families.

One of the online groups where I am a member has a recycle swap just after the holidays each year so the card above was made for that swap.  A Wells Fargo calendar came my way and it spoke to me because my great-grandfather was a stage coach driver based out of Montana, I believe.  I never met my great-grandfather, but I can remember stories my parents told me about him.  I must make an extra of this card and send it to my father who will celebrate his 90th birthday this March.

I hope that the New Year brings peace and joy to all.

JR

Thank You

My friend, Julie, sent me this Thank You card.  She always makes lovely cards, but I was quite taken with this card.  I like the layout, the added touch of the pretty brad and of course the lovely cool colors.

Merry Christmas To All

Els of Elizabeth Crafts designed this card using her shimmer sheetz and stickers.  It was my favorite when I took her class.  I normally will not make a card that requires a lot of intricate cutting, but I put on my patience hat to complete this card.  Most of her cards are quite easy to make and I highly recommend taking her class if you live in an area where she teaches.

My very best wishes to you all for a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

JR

Peace and Joy

I like the texture in this card as well as the bling.  I think it works well for hannukah too.

JR