Some cute cupcakes!

I have been tempted to play along with a Mojo Monday challenge for some time. They celebrated 'Mojo turns 100' last week with a fabulous inspirational sketch every day.
I loved all of the sketches but was too busy to hit the craftroom. The Week 101 sketch really 'called' to me and as I am less busy now I decided to go for it and join the fun!

My first effort looked better without the snipped ribbon effect, so I added some gems and just went with it.

This is my second attempt, which is closer to the sketch.

Both cards have similar ingredients - Hero Arts Cupcakes Clear Stamp set, some Cuttlebugging, Stickles for added sparkle and Versacolour inking. I was inspired by Lucy's lovely colouring on kraft paper and decided to give it a go. It gives a very soft, muted effect and looks quite pretty.

...and here is the cutest cupcake of all: my beautiful niece at 3 months old. Is there anything as sweet as a baby taking a nap whilst wearing a fancy hat?

Her Mommy is still poorly, but we're all hoping that she will be able to leave hospital really soon.

I have just had a call from Hannah (my best friend's daughter) to tell me her GCSE exam results. She has done really well, especially in English and History. I am so proud of her!