Thursday, October 30, 2014

12 Kits of Occasions: October (and a BIG Surprise)

Hi!  It's time to share this month's 12 Kits of Occasions cards...yay!  I'm still so excited to be part of this group.  These kits really are like Christmas to me.  I love them for many reasons, but one is that  I get to try out lots of brands and products that I don't own.  This kit was full of fabulous things, and I have sketches galore on how I was going to use the fun items in it, but alas, I didn't really get much beyond the sketching.  I promise I have a good reason...  
Surprise! :) We're feeling blessed and happy and tired and a little out of sorts as we adjust, but mostly blessed.  Luckily the four of us have really been the five of us as my mom has been here off and on the last little bit.  She's incredible.  

Okay, now that I've totally sidetracked you (and myself)...back to cards. :) You should definitely visit the 12 Kits of Occasions blog to see how all the other ladies used this wonderful kit from Jessica (thank you!) and to check out the supply list, especially since my brief post does not even begin to do it justice. 
This super simple card was made by trimming out some branches from one of the patterned papers in the kit.  The brads in the centers I have had for ages, but were a pretty close match to the beautiful rich purple that was part of the kit.  And I have to admit, I was quite proud of myself for actually using them, you know, since they've been sitting in my craft supplies for almost a decade.
The rest of my cards are pretty self-explanatory.  I didn't add much to the kit at all, so make sure you check the 12 Kits of Occasions blog for the supply list.
The only thing in the kit I added to the above card was the sentiment from Simon Says Stamp's Thanks set.  I'm linking it up to this week's Simon Says..Anything Goes challenge and The Card Concept's Thank "Fall" Challenge.  I was inspired by the cluster of fall goodies in the wheelbarrow.  I wanted to do a freestyle collage, but I don't think I really achieved it...I kept pulling stuff off.  So...
I'm also linking up this next one to the Thank "Fall" Card Concept Challenge in the Clean & Simple category.  The multi-colored leaves in the sentiment reminded me a ton of the leaves in the photo.  I even tried to mimic the layout of the photo a bit.
And I'll leave you with one last picture of another cutie patootie.  As I was finishing things up today, he discovered that punches and a bone folder make a great drum set and drum stick.  He cracked me up because every time he'd start to play he'd say "One, a two, a one two three four!"  It was a cute moment that I just had to document.  Okay, I'm off to hopefully catch a bit of sleep tonight.  Have a happy weekend!

33 comments:

  1. Oh Lindsey! Congratulations! Such wonderful, wonderful news for your family! Your cards are beautiful but more importantly so happy for the arrival of your new little one! xoxo

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  2. Lindsey, CONGRATULATIONS! What a blessing and joy to welcome a new little one to your family! I am surprised you were able to make such awesome cards during sleep deprived nights! I always enjoy the cards made from these kits!

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  3. Congratulations and Blessings on your newly arrived family member! Babies are so precious and you all must be absolutely delighted!! And you've managed to make some rather stunning cards while caring for two little ones too! Love them! Bev

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  4. Lovely cards, Lindsey! Huge congratulations to your family & hoping everyone is settling in nicely - love your little drummer boy :)

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  5. I love the picture you chose to share your wonderful news with . Such beautiful family inside and out! Your cards, on limited time and sleep are amazing! LOVE your last card so much ...outstanding!
    I love that Luke entertained himself with crafting supplies . So happy for you Lindsey !

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  6. Oh my goodness Lindsey, happiness and joy to you and yours! What a beautiful pix of the two of you with your new little one. Aren't moms the greatest (ahem, I was present for each of my 11 grandchildren, and have wonderful memories of helping with each!) Can't believe you could find time and energy to do 4 lovely cards but congrats, they ARE lovely! Blessings!

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  7. A big congrats on the newest addition to your family-your cards look great-where are you finding the time (lol)!! Thanks for playing along with the Card Concept Challenge #22

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  8. Oh I am so distracted now - I love that photo of you and your husband holding the baby! She is so precious and ONE of your VERY BEST creations! And then I get back on track - stop roaming down memory lane, check out your beautiful cards, and then you hit me with your little man playing the drums with your punches. What a hoot! Yes you do have your hands full - but remember to enjoy every moment! Your cards are so beautiful - and I love your clean style. You add just enough extras and bling to make me happy! Big hugs to your beautiful family!

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  9. Lindsey I love having you in the group because your cards are gorgeous. I give you an A+ in the fussy cutting department. I am completely amazed that you got your cards done! She must be good that you were able to get four done! Your son's moment is awesome, make sure you document those even if you think you'll remember!

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  10. awesome cards and congrats again on your beautiful new baby!!

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  11. First--love the drums! So cute. I cannot believe how much you made given that you have practically just given birth. You are amazing. Don't tell me you were sketching and die cutting while you were in labor.

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  12. Lindsey ... many congratulations on your new arrival ... what a blessing to have a new little life in your family! Such fabulous cards ... I'm so taken with the last one ... it's just gorgeous! Anita :)

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  13. What a Blessed Surprise! Congratulations:)
    Enjoy this time..you know how quickly they grow up.
    Oh, and Thanks for linking up with The Card Concept! Your card is Lovely:)

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  14. Lindsey...a big congratulations to you and your sweet family and I love your photo, so sweet and just precious. So happy to have you as part of our 12 Kits family and your cards are just amazing. I love them all. Wishing a wonderful nights sleep, that is if you get any. I also wanted to thank you for playing along with us at The Card Concept.

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  15. Aww! CONGRATULATIONS dear friend! I am so excited for you! That is one very good reason indeed! Love your card and each time I stop by I want to try those kits, they look so versatile! Thanks so much for sharing your new bundle of joy with us! Hugs and lots, lots of blessings!

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  16. Congratulations, Lindsey! I would say that new addition to your family is now your first priority! Such a precious photo, too. Take good care of your latest creation!

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  17. How exciting to see that you have shared the news with the world now, Lindsey! That photo of the three of you was one of my favorites from the digitals! And thank you for sharing Luke's innovative drum set, too! He's going to be a good boy for you; with that imagination, he'll be able to entertain himself when necessary! Your Kit cards are phenomenal! I especially love that you used those ancient NBUS brads!! Congratulations again!! Big Hugs!! Darnell

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  18. Beautiful cards, but what really struck me today as I read your blog was your wonderful family! You look so happy in the picture, the baby is adorable and the "drum" moment is something you will cherish and hopefully...show him when he is a teenager and completely embarrass him! Your card was also perfect for the Card Concept this week...so glad you shared it with us!

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  19. Wait, what?! CONGRATS to you, Lindsey!! That is so awesome, and what an adorable picture of the three of you! I am so impressed with all the cards you managed to make in the middle of it all. Way to go on using decade-old supplies! And that multicolored thanks with the thread nest behind it is so pretty!!

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  20. Congratulations again on your precious baby--love the photo! The one of your son is priceless! Looks like he is quite creative. All of your cards are fabulous. I'm amazed at your fussy cutting the branches--such a clever idea! And you got all of these done with round the clock care of your little ones--awesome!

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  21. OHHHH MY GOODNESS GRACIOUS!!!! Congrats on your sweet new baby....awwww, so happy for you!

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  22. CONGRATS Lindsey! Lovin' the shorter hair too :) Fab photos & cards!
    So glad you joined in the fun @ FUSION.

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  23. WOW, congrats...awesome photo! darlin cards too...so glad you played along with Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge!

    sparkle & shine *~*

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  24. Love both of your cards. I especially love the multi colored subway sentiment stamp and the cute acorns! Great thanks card too... gorgeous colours! Congrats on your little one! Hope you get some good rest.
    Thanks for playing with us at The Card Concept!

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  25. Thank heaven!! Big congrats on your sweet new angle!! and your cards are soooo sweet as well! Thanks for playing with us at the Card Concept!

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  26. What an awesome pic of you three :) She is the sweetest little thing, congrats! And my oh my what you were able to do with that wee one so little...I am totally impressed! I just love that in the first card you cut out some of the branches from the patterned paper... that was brilliant! That Thanks one with the string behind it... stunning..seriously love that! Then the sweet colored acorn, what a great little bunch you created at the bottom. You are wonder woman! (also cute pic of the "punch drums" hahaha).

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  27. Congratulations!! Such a lovely little girl you have!! Your cards are so beautiful!! When did you find the time?

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  28. Congratulations!!! I think I'll forgive you for not being around much and providing your usual inspiration - but only if you post more sweet baby and family pictures!!

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  29. Beautiful cards, but your photo shows the real beauty! Congratulations :)

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  30. Congratulation!!! What a beautiful photo!!
    Your cards are amazing,as always!! Thank you so much for joining us at The Card Concept!!

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  31. Congrats on your win....at the card Concept!

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  32. Congratulations on your little bundle of joy! I have the same news too! I just got back into crafting after a hiatus because of our recent addition (Max). He is 4 months now and I finally feel like getting back into card making! Babies are fun! Congratulations!

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  33. I meant to tell you that your cards are gorgeous too!

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