Saturday, May 3, 2025

Welcome to AZ...

I made these for the incoming Homestretch Foundation Cyclists (Stretchies).  The Homestretch Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides temporary housing and other resources to professional or elite athletes- primarily female athletes- who face financial and economic discrepancies.  Kathryn Bertine hand selects the athletes that will stay at the Homestretch.  The "Stretchies" come each year from December-May to train.  They are required to give back to their community and volunteer during their stay here.  One way that they interact with and get to know the community is with a weekly "Spin with the Stretchies" ride.  A relaxed recovery ride that is open to everyone.  We have age ranges from 11-80+ year old's!!!
Welcome to AZ...
I used-
Stamps- Hero Arts Heroscapes Winding Road.  Woodware Craft Collection On Your Bike.

Ink- Stampin' Up-Yo Yo Yellow, Real Red, Melon Mambo, Perfect Plumb, Elegant Eggplant, Smoky Slate, Daffodil Delight, Copper Clay, Gable Green.  Hero Art's- Sand, Caramel, Pine.  My Favorite Things- Black Licorice.  Versamark.

Paper- Yo Yo Yellow, Neenah.

Accesories- Hero Arts Stencil, August 2022 Kit, Clear Embossing Powder, Wink of Stella.

Welcome to AZ...

Welcome to AZ...
Huge turnout (and there's more behind me!)

Welcome to AZ...
This group of Stretchies has been one of my favorite group of women that have come to stay at the Homestretch Foundation.  Regina, Camille, Mackenzie, Romina, Rebecca (Emma, not pictured).  I had such a great time with them this winter.

Friday, May 2, 2025

Happy Birthday My "Sole" Sister...

For my bestie, my "sole" sister for her birthday.  When I saw this set from My Favorite Things, I knew I had to get it so I could make a card using the sentiment just for Kellye.  
Happy Birthday My "Sole" Sister...
I used My Favorite Things All Star High Top and A2 Stitch Rectangle Stax die-namics.  My Favorite Things High Top Sentiments.  Perfect Plum, Granny Apple Green, and Echo Park Summer Day paper.  Denami Design Ribbon, Baker's Twine, Button, and The Pink Studio Dots.

Thank you for stopping by!