Beverly Parkison aka Lateblooming Designs

The garden that is. We have been trying to get the garden planted for ever… either too wet so too much else going on, but now the tomatoes, cream peas, okra, kale, purple ” green ” beans are finally in the ground. Still need to get some cuks planted and we only planted two yellow squash plants. Some times they just produce way more than I can cook up or put up. There are four bell pepper plants but no banana peppers. The freezer is full of banana peppers.
The carrots from the fall garden are still producing and we replanted the beets. Are they good or what? Now the health news is full of information on the greatness of beets.
Gabriel loves to pull carrots. Now if only he will learn to eat them. They are so sweet and tender and so good for us.
When every thing gets really going I will snap a picture so ya’ll can see the progress. Now this only counts if they really get going. the last two years have been real duds. With food prices going up every week and going to get even higher things really NEED to get going.

Memorial Weekend is a time to be thankful for all of those who have fought for the freedom we have very little of today. Please remember them while BBQ and water sports are the fair of the weekend. Also think about joining OWH ( Operation Write Home) and send a card to” Any Hero” or get in touch with me and come make cards for those who are still fighting for our freedoms. It’s a feel good kinda thing.

Until later… this is the Lords day…Rejoice!

Muse #68

Muse # 68

Muse # 68

Now this card front has been a fun one to make. It is my interpretation Of MOJO Monday’s # 68. Here is what I did.

Paper: whisper White cs: Calypso Coral cs and dsp: Pear Pizzazz cs and filter paper.

Ink: Calypso Coral and Pear Pizzazz

Stamps and matching punch: Banner Blast

Die: Floral Frames # 1 & #2

Extras: Brights collection button with white Bakers twine.

There are also embossed “lines” across the top and on the corners from Simply Scored border Plate that don’t show up very well in the photo. The two “photo corners” were added to cover up a boo-boo ink smear.

I think it is Jessica Taylor who stated there is no such thing as a mistake only an opportunity for embellishment. That was my thinking on the photo corners.

MOJO #346

MOJO #346

Here is my take on the MOJO Monday #346 challenge. Products used are;
Paper: Modern Medley dsp and Very Vanilla cs.
Ink: Stazon Jet black
Paper piercing: Essentials
Crystal effects: there are three dots on the black strip on the left that can’t been seen on camera.

PP#196

PP#196

This floral card is following Paper Players #196. They ask for “Floral”. No other demands. Here is what I used:

Paper: Whisper White and Pear Pizzazz cs
Stamp: So Very Grateful
Inks: Pear Pizzazz,So Saffron,Calypso Coral,Perfect Plum
The ink was applied with a water brush for a water color effect. The tag ,which doesn’t show up well, says “You’re so very giving”. Who do you know who deserves a” You are so very giving” card? Is it you?

WELL…

Any one reading this blog has probably figured out I am having trouble learning the ropes. I’ll get there but some things are out of my control. Like not being able to get the pictures from the camera to the blog without a serious headache.

Oh… the weather has been sooo nice. Cool at night which means no air con. needed and very comfortable during the day. We went to the Square Affair this morning. Crafts and “old” cars with a truck or two  are always fun to visit. Not sure I want to join the circus of craft fairs. Didn’t seem to be many people buying and it is expensive to sit these things up. Some of the vendors came from a long way and I do hope someone bought more than I was able to.

Do have plants ready to put in the garden next week. It is going to be another beautiful weather week I think. Of course “they” could change it over night. Happens often. Rose Bud store carries Bonnie plants and they look good ,we will see what happens. The last two years of gardens have been duds. We really need for the garden to do really well this year.

Ok..I’m out of her for tonight.  Sleep well and remember tomorrow is the Lords day ( just like every day) Rejoice!
 

CTS #76

CTS #76

Well, I still don’t know how to paste the sketch to this site. Learning curve is tight. lol.

FMS #`136

FMS #`136

This is for Freshly Made Sketches # 136. Not sure how to link back to them but they are at freshlymadesketches.blogspot.com

MOJO Monday # 345

MOJO Monday # 345

Case on Sunday #33

CAS on Sunday #33

CAS on Sunday #33

This was made for CAS on Sunday #33. Not sure how this will work and don’t know how to show their sketch but here goes.

Coming June 2

New 2014-2015 Catalog

New 2014-2015 Catalog

The new Stampin’Up! dream project book is here. Sorry I can’t show you the inside just yet, but get in touch with me and I will make sure you get your very own copy. It is really great and laid out to make it easy for every one to order and know you can make things too. There are a lot of pictures of projects from cards, gifts and home decor. New colors, products and of course stamps,stamps, stamps.
Orders can be receive on June 2, 2014 when the catalog goes on line for every one. Check it out, place your order and be sure you get your copy . Let me hear from you soon.
http://lateblooming.stampinup.net

I’ll be back later with a project or two made with the new
fun products. Until then…This is the day that the Lord has made…rejoice!