Another Day in Paradise...

For our cycling shop mechanic and friend, Sean for his birthday.  His love for donuts is just as big as his love for all things bikes!  Our shop owner, Tim just released a donut kit in Sean's honor with his favorite saying, "Another Day in Paradise" on the back pocket.  I took the colors from the donuts on that kit, along with the colors of the icing and sprinkles to create my card.  I originally started to place the sprinkles exactly how they were on the kit, but...after a spending a half hour on one donut I decided it didn't need to be an exact replica, ha!

I used My Favorite Things Time to Make Donuts, Frame Builder and Bear Hug Bunch die-namics.  White, Tempting Turquoise, Regal Rose, Early Espresso, Daffodil Delight, and Creamy Caramel card stock for the donuts.  I added a plastic sheet to the back of the Regal Rose frame, then used foam strips to mount it to the white panel, then mounting it to a Tempting Turquoise card base.  

Of course we celebrated Sean's birthday with donuts!

Matchy, matchy!!!

Our cycling group for Sean's birthday.

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Happy Beerthday Sid!!!

For my besties step dad for his birthday.

I used My Favorite Things Frosty Beer Mug die-namic, coloring it with copics, then applied several layers of paper glaze.  When that dried I applied Liquid Applique to get the frothy foam.  I used foam squares to mount the mug to my card.

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Piss Off...

For a very dear friend of mine.  It breaks my heart that he's going through this.  

I wanted to lift my friends spirits and make him laugh.  This was a very quick card.  I used White and Tempting Turquoise card stock.  My Favorite Things A2 Stitch Rectangle Stax, and Highrise Alphabet Lowercase die-namics.

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You Rock Tony!!!

Sometimes you meet a person who just touches your life in a special way...if you talk to anyone within our cycling circle, Tony is one of those people.  He has made me feel welcomed and has encouraged me to join in on some of the more challenging rides that I didn't think that I was capable of doing.  Words can't express how thankful I am that he was introduced to our Tuesday Ride...we sure do miss him when he returns "home" for the summer!  

Tony gave me and my co-ride leader one of the most thoughtful and personal gifts I think I have ever received.  His son mines minerals.  He told his son a little bit about us, our personality, (my love for the color orange and my orange bike) and his son made each of us a personalized box of minerals.  I was so touched by his special gift, thank you just doesn't seem like enough.

Go ahead...laugh...I am!!!  Every time I look at this card I die.  It surely isn't pretty, nor is it my best work.  I really wanted to make Tony a special card to thank him for his thoughtful gift, but I totally failed...all I see is Grimace, haha!!!  I didn't have any type of stamps that were mineral, gem, or rock related so I went to Pinterest for ideas.  I came across this card by Jackie, and let me tell you ya'll...I did not do it justice, haha!!!  When I gave Tony the card, I told him he had to open it in front of me (because I knew how hideous it was), but he opened and said how much he loved it and how much his wife would love it too (so kind).  Anyhow...I can't unsee Grimace.  Supplies I used were My Favorite Things Caption Numbers, Caption Alphabets and Instaframe die-namics.  Smoky Slate, Black, and White card stock.  Circle punches.  To make the "rock" I tore the card stock, crumbled it in a ball several times, sponged Smoky Slate ink on it and eventually called it good.

Me and Tony at a gravel ride we went to.  

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Happy Birthday Lisa...

Celebrating Lisa's Birthday!  She's one of our Sponsors and Tuesday Riders.  Lisa is the owner of a local coffee shop, REN Coffeehouse.  It's a very popular spot for cyclists, located right off of "The Loop" (a car free loop around the city for cyclists, walkers, horses, etc).  I'm not a coffee drinker, but REN has the best frozen hot chocolate which is perfect for a mid/post ride treat in Arizona!

I found this picture on Lisa's website and knew I had to recreate it into a card.  It was so fun to make!!!  The supplies I used are as follows...

Stamps- My Favorite Things Coffee Order and My Favorite Things Life's a Beach (taking only the words needed from the sentiments to create the sentiment on the inspiration photo).
Inks- White Craft, Early Espresso, Pecan Pie, Copper Clay, Creamy Caramel.
Paper- Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla, Creamy Caramel.
Other- My Favorite Things Coffee Break Companion, My Favorite Things Fishtail Foundation, Woodgrain Cuttlebug folder.

The birthday girl!!!  

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Thanks for a Paw-some Time!!!

A thank you for our dog sitter while we were out of town.  Jetta has the best time when she stays with Jeanine.  She gets spoiled with two walks a day, homemade liver treats (her favorite!), and lots of belly rubs and attention.  In return we know she's in good hands with a wonderful, caring and loving person.  We are also sent many pictures throughout Jetta's stay with a daily update on how Jetta's doing and all the friends she's met, made, and saw along her daily walks.  We know Jetta's in good hands with Jeanine and wanted Jeanine to know how much we appreciate her.

 I kept this CAS.  I used My Favorite Things A2 Stitched Rectangle Stax, Paw Prints, and Fishtail Foundation die-namics.  And My favorite Things Big Greetings.

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Desert Birthday Vibes for David...

When David found out that I made cards, he looked at my instagram and liked a card similar to this one but with a purple bike/cardstock.  He said he liked the colors and the it would look great in his home, that he'd like to have a canvas made out of it.  So, when his birthday came around, I of course had to try and replicate that card the best I could!

This Hero Arts Card Kit that my besties got me for my birthday last year is by far one of my most favorite things to use when making cards for my Arizona Cycling friends.  We love being on our bikes getting lost in the beauty of our desert.  

I used the following inks for the card- Caramel, Sand, Pine, Tangerine, Granny Apple Green, YoYo Yellow.
My Favorite Things Stitched Rectangle Frames and a bike die.

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