Monday, October 28, 2019

I have missed you!



Hello dear friends,

I can't tell you how much I have missed you! and missed seeing all your amazing creativity over these past few months.  I never meant to disappear ... what started out as a couple of days turned into a couple of weeks and the rest is history.

In my absence I have done a little traveling and had some visitors.  I have worked on finishing some old sewing projects and started some new ones. I have continued with my on-line water color classes and enjoyed some bike riding, reading and lots of relaxing.

One thing I have not done any of is card making!  My "stash" is incredibly low so when Jill Foster invited me to play with "First Snow", the newest release from Penny Black, I was pleased as punch!!

Penny Black has done it again.  You can see the entire "First Snow" collection HERE.  This is such a sweet release!! trust me - even though the temperatures are getting colder..... even here in the Southwest... this collection of adorable! is sure to warm your heart.

Here is a little cutie pie that tells you all how I feel about YOU!



Thank you so much for stopping by. It is an incredible blessing to be a part of this wonderful "community".

BIG (((hugs)))


All supplies by Penny Black:
Sweet Sledder #30-647
Snippets #30-283
Elegant Stitching #51-440


p.s. isn't my new blog look cute? It is all thanks to my friend, and yours, Loll Thompson of "Stamping with Loll" blog.  I'm pretty sure there isn't anything she can't do!!






23 comments:

kiwimeskreations said...

What a beautiful card Patti - so exquisitely composed and coloured! It's great to see you back again
Blessings
Maxine

Lyn said...

Sounds as though in your absence you have done some wonderful things which is great :). I watched a Youtube video of the new release last night and was in awe of all the beautiful stamps <3 I adore the teddy and love the colour you choose to color him........As a teddy collector I approve hehehehe. Lovely to see you back and hope you share as you create a stash of cards. Lyn

Jeanne said...

Oh golly, it sounds like you have had a wonderful and fun blog break! SO happy to hear that. Those experiences must fill your bucket as much as card creating does. I adore your new blog look! That Loll is amazing isn't she? Very happy to see your lovely creation. That little sweetie is adorable and is colored in your sweet style. Thank you SO much for sharing! It sure is good to "see" you again! :) Big hugs!

Marcia Hill said...

Welcome back Patti...you've definitely been missed, but so happy you were filling your time with FUN things! We all need a break once in a while, and you've come back with a bang with this adorable little girl and her teddy bear! Perfect coloring as always and FABULOUS card my friend!! :0)

Linda said...

I am so happy to see you back in blogland. We have been worried about you, but so glad that you have been fine doing other things. We certainly missed all of your beautiful cards. Your card is so adorable and beautifully colored.
Hugs, Linda

Lisa Elton said...

I'm so happy to see you back today Patti, I've missed you! Sounds like you've been having some fun and lots of happy going on, that's a good thing. Now about this card...it's extra sweet! That little one is as cute as she can be and you've colored her perfectly. Sending a big hug right back atcha!

Darnell said...

It's wonderful to see you back, Patti, and I'm so relieved you weren't away because of ill health! It sounds like you enjoyed your break tremendously and it's clear that your hiatus didn't impact your card artistry at all! Your coloring of this heart-breaking card is perfection and so is your new cacti blog header that Loll designed for you!! Hugs, Darnell

Carole Z said...

Hi Patti! I’ve missed you too! So sorry I haven’t been in touch...I’m still not back to cardmaking...our dog & hens have certainly taken over my life...your card is adorable, I’ll be in touch xx

Beth F. said...

Welcome back to the crafting world You have been missed!
Your card is absolutely adorable. That stamp captures the wonder and awe small children feel with a snowfall.

Birgit said...

It's so wonderful to see you back and your darling card says it all. YOU were missed! This sweet little cherub is so adorable!!

Bobby said...

Welcome back, Patti. It's so nice to see you crafting again and using the darling PB images.

*Vicki* said...

Welcome back my friend!! I was wondering where you went! Sounds like you had a busy good away time though! Your image here is so precious and I adore her on this simple white background!! Fabulous coloring!! Sending hugs and best wishes!!

Vikki H said...

You better build your stash quickly because we’ve missed your creative cards and posts. Loll certainly captured your new vista! Big welcome ((hugs)) 💕

I Card Everyone said...

You already know how happy I am to have you back, Patti! You couldn't have made a cuter come-back card... this little cutie is number one on my PB list!! You haven't lost a bit of your coloring skills, my friend - fabulous!
=]

Verna Angerhofer said...

So good to have you back and I am glad it wasn't an absence due to health but instead one of having an enjoyable time. And, you certainly have not lost your touch with the card making. This little cutie is so well colored and is perfect for the Winter season giving. And, I missed you too!

TaeEun said...

Oh! I'm soooo happy to see your post landing in my mail box again, Patti! The little girl is so adorable with your coloring! Love the cacti in your blog head too :)!

KT Fit Kitty said...

So nice to see you again, Patti! I take a lot of breaks too, so I know how they can go on longer than planned. Your card is absolutely adorable! What a precious stamp! Your card is adorable!

Hugs,
Kitty

Colleen said...

Oh Patti, how I have missed seeing you on blogland! I am so happy you are back to inspire me...I was needing some "Patti channeling" *wink. I totally understand and think it is quite healthy to take a break and do other things and "live life"! I have been doing a bit of that myself...I worked ahead on some things and then it looks like I am still playing, but not really...I do miss getting to my friends blogs though, but sometimes it seems there is not enough hours in the day to do everything! I will write you a letter about how Jalen is doing with the diabetes. It is very stressful for my daughter...more to come later. But welcome back and thank you for this new enabling...ha ha, I love what you have colored and she is so darn cute...I think I might need her...I am afraid to go to the site because there will probably be lots more of what I absolutely know I "need". Heart Hugs friend and I look for seeing more of you whenever you can! Colleen

Jill said...

Welcome back, Miss Patti!! How wonderful to see you posting your amazing stamped artwork, full of the charm, happiness, and CAS perfection you are so well known for. It looks like inspiration station is up and running and I am sure glad to have stopped by!! I love the colors you've chosen for this image and the simple sentiment speaks to the heart. HUGS to you! PS- love the cacti on your header and signature!!! :)

Barbara said...

Welcome back Patti, I was about to ask Nancy Leppek if she had any news about you and then I received an alert that you had posted. So glad that your break was all good and that you have missed card making. Looking forward to more of your creations.

Mac Mable said...

You know how much I have missed you Patti x Glad to see you back in blogland x. The sweetest of images on your adorable card and I do so love how the little teddy is all wrapped up on the sledge. Super cute and fabulous x.

Mac Mable said...

Meant to say...Your blog looks fabulous and yes how clever, generous and talented is Loll? x.

Lynne in NI said...

Yippee, you're back!! Sounds like you've had a lovely chilled time over the summer, but I'm delighted to see you're card making again. You always make CAS look so easy, but when you colour as beautifully as you do, you don't need any faff! Love these new release images xx