As parents we always say time flies as we watch our children quickly grow up from infants who need us daily to adults who stand proudly on their own. It seems as grandparents the time flies even faster especially when you don't see the grandchild often. But you hold on to the memories harder and cherish each and every one of them.
Today my first grandson, Spencer, turns 18. Watching him being born from across the room is as clear today as it was so many years ago.
For his card today, I used Cuttlebug's Typeset Embossing folder over a 'roll off' paper from doing gelli prints. I love the wide variety of earth tones that were captured on this scrap of paper! After trimming to the card size, I brushed the tops with black Versa Fine Clair ink so the letters would show better and have depth. Then I secured the young man silhouette and the 'Happy Birthday' die set from Gina K Designs. Next, I added the die cut '18' from the Studded Numbers set from Gina Marie Designs. After added the black mat, I secured the top designed piece to the white card base to complete the card.
Happy Birthday Spencer!
Pam's Pearls
I will be entering this card in the following challenges:
Seize the Birthday ~ Challenge 313 ~ Embossing
Sisterhood of Crafters ~ September ~ Birthdays
The Male Room ~ Challenge 202 ~ Create Your Own Background
Try it on Tuesday ~ September ~ All About Children
Inspiration Station ~ September ~ Photo
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Love that name Spencer and I love your card. I hope he has a great day xoxo
ReplyDeleteBeautiful memories and an equally amazing birthday card. We're delighted you've shared your sweet card with us at The Inspiration Station Challenge, thanks so much.
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Pam, what a GREAT birthday card for an 18 yr old grandson! I love how your created your background using gelli printing and embossing! Thank you so much for sharing your card and creativity with us at The Male Room for our "create your own background" challenge! -Donna
ReplyDeleteWell I can certainly feel what you are feeling! I only have 2 grand children and they are 33 & 28 ... good grief WHERE has the time gone? And, now I have Charlie my GREAT grandson who just turned 6! Seems like he was just born yesterday! How blessed are we to have them in our lives to keep us young! Your card is awesome!! Thanks so much for joining in the fun at the Sisterhood of Crafters challenge! Good Luck and we hope you’ll come back often.
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