and the theme for this week is...
THANKS/THANKSGIVING
I'm sure I'm not the only one who becomes overwhelmed by all that is happening in the fast paced chaotic 21st century world we live in and how easy it is to take the simple things for granted and forget that we have a lot to be thankful for. So I decorated a media board to display in my craft room...a reminder of how grateful I am for the love and support of a wonderful family and great friends. Taking into consideration the dreary dismal weather outside the window...I decided to go for cheery and bright....sunglasses at the ready folks...
I started off by painting a chipboard panel with Distress Paints...Worn Lipstick/Mustard Seed and Twisted Citron...
and used the Hearts Layering Stencil with Picket Fence Distress Paint...
added some Remnant Rubs...
added Small Talk Stickers and Wildflowers die cuts...
chipboard stickers painted with Black Soot Distress Paint and coated with Glossy Accents along with a Crinkle Ribbon bow...twine and a typed token
You can find all the products I used over at the fabulous Simon Says Stamp online store...just click on the links below...
Why don't you pop over to the Monday Challenge Blog and check out the amazing creations from my very talented Design Team mates and this month's fabulous Guest Designer Anita Houston. As always you all have the chance to win a $50 gift voucher to spend at Simon Says Stamp. You have until Monday 8am Ohio time...1pm UK time...2 pm CET to join in the fun...
You can also follow Simon Says Stamp on Instagram
and if you use Instagram...
please add #sssmchallenge to your entry uploads so we can see them on there too
I look forward to seeing what you create this week...
Have Fun and Happy Crafting
Hugs Kath xxx
Gorgeous panel Kath, the bright cheerful background looks fabulous and I love the details, very lovely :-)
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Love the beautiful colors of your background, Kath. So pretty!
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Such a lovely piece. The colours are beautifully cheerful - a real boost considering the weather.
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Gorgeous, love the beautiful colours and wonderful layering!
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Linda xxx
Kath this is an amazing piece. So vibrant and beautiful for your craft room. Love the step by steps. Hugs xxx
ReplyDeleteThis is so lovely Kath, beautiful colours and wonderful design. Love it! Hugs, Anne xxx
ReplyDeleteYou are so right...family and family are the best, our everything! LOVE the bright colors to catch your eye and keep good thoughts on those things. Wonderful make Kath!
ReplyDeleteYour beautiful colour palette is so refreshing at this time of year Kath and I love the gorgeous finished board with its wonderful message xxx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Kath, both your panel and the sentiment that inspired it! Deb xo
ReplyDeleteHi Kath and Buddy.Grrrrr having probs with the puter.Anyway Loving this creation so Beautiful.You are right,Family and True Friends is what matters not how many designer labels you can brag about.Today has been a day of "The Fog",can't see Nuffin.Off to see mum on Friday for 4 days,she is getting better slowly but surely.Hugs and Huge Cuddles for Buddy.Keep warm and safe.xxxx
ReplyDeletelovely sentiment and such a bright and cheerful piece!
ReplyDeleteWhat a happy color palette, Kath! I love the sentiment too... so true :)
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Steph
Simon Says Stamp!
Love your idea to celebrate Thanksgiving with these unusual colors! Wonderful! Your work is always gorgeous and this is no different! Great project! barbara
ReplyDeleteWhat an absolutely great concept from beginning to end! I love the non-traditional color palette you went with and how you made it so happy and bright. I also thought the layering of the die cuts was particularly clever! Well done, as always!
ReplyDeleteI love it. Fabulous. Great colours.
ReplyDeleteThis panel is so pretty Kath! I love the colour combo that you used and all the different background elements.
ReplyDeleteWow! What an explosion of colors! I love the blending of them making this fabulous background. The black elements and stamping look so great on it. Hugs, Marzena!
ReplyDeleteA really gorgeous vibrant piece, full of colour and with such a wonderful message ~ this is fabulous Kath and so pretty! Hugs xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful reminder to have in your studio, Kath! I love how you did this with a trio of lovely colors, and the layering and natural elements are beautiful! hugs, Maura
ReplyDeleteLove the gorgeous colors and patterns on the background you created! Kath. Such a great inspiration! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing piece, Kath! Love the fun bright color you've chosen! Hugs, Sandra
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