... certainly not on the radio or on the news, or in parts of Victoria.  The wind direction changed today and there's been a smoky pall over all of Melbourne. 

Australians have been overflowing with generousity and compassion and there are fund raising efforts happening everywhere.

Cards can be one way to connect people with one another, and I thought it might be time for one here with just a little sparkle.  Perhaps you'd like to send a card to someone you care about or appreciate this weekend. 

If you are coming to a class this month, or live locally - you might like to make some thank you cards for the collection that a fellow Stampin' Up lady is gathering.  She's getting a list of CFA and emergency service crews and sending the cards out early next month.  Please write a short message on your card and pop it in an envelope please.  Thanks to Michelle who started our pile with a contribution of 4 lovely thank you cards last night.   I'll send our package of cards to the lady organising this at the end of the month.

And now for a card ...

The Recipe

Stamp Sets: Paisley Background and Bodacious Blooms, plus Short and Sweet for the greeting.

Cardstock: Real Red and Whisper White

Inks: Real Red and Whisper White craft ink

Other: Heat and Stick Powder, Heat Gun, Dazzling Diamonds Glitter, Word Window Punch, and a large Half Pearl from the Pretties Kit to finish it off.

One of the three cards we'll be making at my February classes.  (A couple of spots left - check this page for details.)

Wishing everyone a safe weekend.

Sue