Paper Issues, Simon Says & Deconstructing Sketch {Wishing You Sunnier Days}

I wanted to play along with a couple of challenges today! The first was the "Up in the Clouds" theme challenge over at Paper Issues. I have a cute cloud embossing folder from Darius that I picked up in San Diego this Christmas. I thought this umbrella would look fun paper pieced and popped up on top of the embossed clouds.

The Deconstructed Sketch #94 was the main inspiration behind my layout. I decided to elongated the side panels and added the oval shape to the bottom of the layout as the sentiment.

I also wanted to play along with Simon Says Stamp Anything Goes Challenge, it is their Umbrella stamp set called "Sunnier Days" that I used. I was drawn to the Snap "Colour Vibe" Paper from Simple Stories. 

      

The Pink Elephant Monday Sketch Challenge {Happy Birthday} & The Sweet and Sassy Digi Challenge

Had the chance to play along with Lori's sweet sketch over at the Pink Elephant Monday Challenge! I love this sketch and can see myself using it time and again! It was a clean lined look that I love!!! It even challenged me to use more "embellishments" on my card, which I have been trying to do!

Wow, I used a bunch of different pattern papers on this card but I am happy with the look!! Now I need to go make some supper. I am actually just home from a long day and there is nothing like creating a card to help unwind!!

I am also linking up to the Sweet and Sassy Digi 321 Challenge!

Here is how I used the challenge:

I used 3 different patterned papers

I used 2 different punches/die cuts

I used 1 digital image 

Thoughts of You Warm My Heart {Holiday Spirit}

Tonight I had the chance to play along with the TAWS Challenge! I have never played along with them before and I loved their inspiration photo, especially the vibrant colours! So I picked out one of their adorable digi designs and went to work! I was looking for a clean sketch and found a great one at Retro Sketches. I made this card for a co-worker, who helps me so much in my classroom! She is amazing and loves coffee! This will be a holiday thank you card for her which is perfect for the Ribbon Carousel Holiday Spirit theme.

During the Black Friday Sale a few weeks ago, I took advantage of some amazing deals at the Ribbon Carousel. I bought some Simple Stories "Snap-Colour Vibe" Paper! LOVE it! I wish I had bought two packs! The ribbon is from American Crafts and the Baker's Twine is some I had in my stash! I coloured the cute mug with my Copics. This card came together very quickly!