Early Espresso Sympathy

I had company today so time again was limited.  I needed a card that was quick and easy so I used my new Leafy Branch Embossing Folder for today's design.  Although it's hard to see on the card, it was sprayed with Luminarte Radiant Rain Shimmering Mist.  It added just a touch of shimmer to the Early Espresso Core'dinations Paper.

Stamp:  Teeny Tiny Wishes; Ink:  Early Espresso; Card Stock:  Marina Mist, Early Espresso Core'dinations Paper, Very Vanilla; Accessories & Tools:  Scallop Oval Punch, Large Oval Punch, rhinestones, dimensionals, Luminarte Radiant Rain Shimmering Mist

It has been raining off and on here for the past couple of days with more to come.  It's given me an idea for a new design.  Check back tomorrow to see what's in the clouds.

A Bit Of Birthday Trivia

Albert Einstein was born on this day in 1879.  He is considered the one who developed the theory of general relativity and best known for the formula E=MC squared (sorry, didn't know how to get the 2 in the right spot so thought it would be best to spell it out).  In reading a bit of his biography, I find him to be quite interesting.  It surprised me to learn that he did not advocate using nuclear fission as a weapon.  To learn more about Albert Einstein, you can start here:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Einstein

Albert Einstein, by Yousuf Karsh

And, during my research, I came across some quotes that have been attributed to Mr. Einstein.  I'm sharing a few here and have also included a link below for more.
 

 "A man should look for what is, and not for what he thinks should be."

"All religions, arts and sciences are branches of the same tree."

"A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new."

"Before God we are all equally wise - and equally foolish."

To read more of his quotes, click on this link:  http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/authors/a/albert_einstein.html.

I had planned to design a card to go along with this bit of history, but spent so much time reading him that I didn't get it done.  So, tomorrow, I promise to have a new card design for you.

Until we meet again...

Just For You Valentine

And, here we have our final card made in class.  Because of the time limit, I had the cutouts done ahead of time but they did all of the punching.  I took the dies along to show them how each image was made.  Each guest left with my schedule and know that they are welcome at the Stamping Cafe to use the product for themselves.  I'm looking forward to having them stop by and using some of the product I wasn't able to take with me.

Stamp Set:  Teeny Tiny Wishes; Ink:  Wisteria Wonder; Card Stock:  Wisteria Wonder, Very Vanilla, Lucky Limeade, Cherry Cobbler, Pink Pirouette; Accessories & Tools:  Little Leaves Sizzlets Die, Hearts Collection Framelits Dies, Jewels Basic Pearl, Big Shot

Some made it a Valentine card, some made it a birthday card and some made it a Mother's Day card.  I think this was my favorite one of all of them.  The inspiration came from a design I saw while browsing and knew the class would appreciate it, too.  I don't remember where I saw it but I do thank the person who inspired it.

Until we meet again...