We have some close friends who lost a dear family member last week. I thought the new Florentine paper pack would work great to create a card that would convey a warm hug from us.  

I wish I could remember who I lifted this idea from because the card box is so beautiful...whomever you are - thank you for the idea!
I put this together while away for a scrapbooking retreat last weekend.

Dont you love the Pemberly Paper from Close to my Heart!

As promised here a few pictures of Tracey and Kelly in create mode!

Happy Spring Everyone!  Even though it isnt official until tomorrow, the weather today felt more like summer!  Our family celebrates two very special birthdays in March on the same day. My Mom and youngest daughter both celebrated their birthdays on March 13th!  This is the card I created for my Mom.  Hmm, Im thinking I should have chosen a different background colour. AHH well, you get the picture!

Ive discovered a new papercraft that Ive been seeing in all the card magazines. I absolutely LOVE to quill!  The little embellishments are such a beautiful addition to my cards.