Fall Apple Picking Shaker Card

 Hello, Ribbon Lovers!  Today's card is a preview of my favorite season: fall!  If you've never experienced the fun of Fall apple picking, I highly recommend it!  Nothing tastes as wonderful as a sun kissed apple plucked straight from the tree!

I've dressed this autumn beauty up with some of my favorite fall trims from Really Reasonable Ribbon.  Plaid Ribbon and autumn just seem to go together like apple pie and cinnamon. So I created a lovely bow with 3/8" Brown and Cream plaid ribbon to set off all the wonderful shades of green in this shaker card.    Brown Sugar Baker's Twine adds the perfect accent to my flower clusters, too.  

I don't know about you, but I'm definitely looking forward to some cooler, crisper days after the heat and humidity we've experienced this summer.  

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Feminine Flowers and Butterflies Mixed Media Card

Hello, Ribbon Lovers!  Mother's Day is just around the corner, so I thought I would share a feminine card featuring flowers that will never fade or wilt.  My mom's favorite color was pink,, and I love the way this Pink Chevron Striped Ribbon bow adds to the feminine vibe of this mixed media card.

Topping the bow with a Brown Sugar Baker's Twine Bow and button adds to the girly grunge feel of this card.  It's always a good idea to add extra texture to a mixed media card!

 Mom loves treats on her special day, so I added a box style pocket inside the card, then filled it up with all kinds of goodies.  

Mom can enjoy the tea, honey, cookies and chocolate now.  Later on she can enjoy the vintage demitasse spoon and packet of wildflower seeds.  

You'll find Chevron Striped Ribbon in lots of shades and widths at Really Reasonable Ribbon.  Even though this is a wider ribbon, it ties the most beautiful bows because it is so soft and supple.  If you're not familiar with the Baker's Twine Assortment at RRR, I highly recommend it!  It's a rare day when I don't add either burlap string, metallic string or Baker's Twine to a project.  It's always just the perfect finishing touch.

Wishing you a day filled with joy and creativity!

kathy