Today is a very special day. Where would I be right now, I wonder, had Jan Marie Caruso never realized her dream of bringing an extraordinary kind of beauty to stamping with her own company? Well, I’d probably be right here, but I wouldn’t have the pleasure of creating with Flourishes drop-dead gorgeous images! I also wouldn’t be in cahoots with some of the most awesome stampers and beautiful ladies I’ve ever known to bring about this birthday celebration. So, today I’d like to express, not only the best of best wishes for a happy birthday to Jan Marie, but my most sincere gratitude, as well.
The entire Flourishes gang has gotten together for a surprise birthday bash! Be sure to read on, but I’ll start with the birthday card I created with Flourishes Cherry Blossoms set.
I colored with Copics and used Prima Fairy Flora paper, a pearl flourish, and sheer ribbon, all of which came from Flourishes online boutique at one time or another. The sentiment is part of the Mix-n-Mugs set – a super adorable set in its own right, but full of little sentiments I love to mix-n-match with other sets, too.
Now, how about a little gift giving to go with our party today? Leave a comment here to be entered in a drawing for one of my all-time favorite Flourishes sets: Butterflies & Blossoms
Gorgeous, yes? I’ll keep this open until Tuesday night, March 1st, at which time I’ll close comments and announce the winner soon thereafter.
Please join our celebration by visiting the rest of the team! You’ll see some real beauties and you may even find more gifts along the way. First and foremost, drop by The Caruso Manor and wish Jan Marie a happy birthday!
The following list includes Flourishes Senior Design Team, the Friends of Flourishes Team, and the Bring Back Beautiful Team – fabulous stampers, every one of them!
- Barbara Anders
- Christine Okken
- Cindy Lawrence
- Danielle Kennedy
- Dawn Burnworth
- Julie Koerber
- Leslie Miller (you are here)
- Stacy Morgan
- Betty Wright
- Cindy Haffner
- Dee Jackson
- Maki Jones
- Silke Ledlow
- Tammy Hershberger
- Beate Johns
- Cindy Coutts
- Heather Jensen
- Kathy Jones
- Yvonne Hagane
I would be remiss if I didn’t let you know that Flourishes progressive sale has now reached 25% off. You can find all sale items here.
I’m so glad you dropped in today! One last thing. . . Happy birthday, Jan Marie! Love you much!
Stamps: Cherry Blossoms, Mix-n-Mugs (sentiment) Paper: Rose Red textured, Pink Pirouette, Flourishes Classic White, Prima Fairy Flora designer paper Ink: Memento Rich Cocoa, Rose Red, Copics for coloring Accessories: Ribbon, pearl flourish, Spellbinders Classic and Scalloped Oval, Classic Circle, and Labels Seventeen Nestabilities, Scotch brand foam mounting tape
Truly beautiful! Delicate and graceful.
Posted by: Karen Shaylor | 02/26/2011 at 11:37 AM
This is really beautiful!
Posted by: Karen Shaylor | 02/26/2011 at 11:40 AM
What a lovely card, I am sure JanMarie loves it! Your coloring is amazing.
That is a gorgeous stamp set, thanks for the chance to win it.
Blessings Bernie
bernietom47@yahoo.com
Posted by: Bernie | 02/26/2011 at 12:09 PM
This is a gorgeous card and a beautiful stamp set!!! It could be used for so many kinds of cards!!! Thank you for the chance to win it!!!
Posted by: Geri Rissman | 02/26/2011 at 12:21 PM
Stunning Leslie. I love the paper along with the pretty Cherry Blossom. You always do such an amazing job. :)
Hugs~
Posted by: Heather | 02/26/2011 at 01:17 PM
This is beautiful!! I love the soft blue...really makes the cherry blossoms pop!
Posted by: Alyssa S | 02/26/2011 at 01:44 PM
Beautiful just doesn't even seem to be grand enough of a word for this set!
darlene
Posted by: Darlene Castor | 02/26/2011 at 02:09 PM
Gorgeous! Love how you've framed the beautiful image!
Posted by: Betty Neville | 02/26/2011 at 03:28 PM
GORGEOUS design, Leslie!
Posted by: Tammy Hershberger | 02/26/2011 at 04:15 PM
What a stunning card, love your image and the bling! Beautiful coloring!
Posted by: Shirley N | 02/26/2011 at 05:35 PM
Absolutely gorgeous Miss Leslie! Love the way you framed up these flowers and the swirl of bling is just the icing on Jan Marie's Birthday cake! :-) Hope you have a great weekend lady!
Posted by: Julie Koerber | 02/26/2011 at 06:36 PM
Gorgeous card!
Posted by: Pat Dimzoff | 02/26/2011 at 06:47 PM
This is gorgeous. Your details are beautiful!
Posted by: Nancy Wilson | 02/26/2011 at 07:32 PM
Your card is just gorgeous! I love the design papers and the way it is framed with the die cut-out. The pearls are fabulous. Very beautiful card!
Posted by: Karen Linarez | 02/26/2011 at 08:14 PM
Oh, how gorgeous! Love the way you used the die cuts - and, the pearls add such a beautiful touch. Thank you for sharing - and, for generously offering such a beautiful stamp set.
Posted by: Charlotte | 02/27/2011 at 07:47 AM
I am so sorry that I'm late leaving a comment for you. This move is really difficult.
Leslie, this card is a true work of art.
Posted by: Cindy Coutts | 02/27/2011 at 08:54 AM
Love the stamp set. The card is wonderful!
Posted by: yvonne | 02/27/2011 at 09:28 AM
Love to see all your creations! thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Laurie Morse | 02/27/2011 at 12:44 PM
Lovely design and detail
(Lyn)
Posted by: spyder | 02/27/2011 at 01:32 PM
This card is absolutely gorgeous Leslie! I love the cherry blossoms but that Butterfly and Blossoms would be fabulous to own! Thanks so much for the chance! I hope Jan Marie had a fabulous day as I am posting this after the fact.
rebeccadunham at hotmail dot com
Posted by: Becky D | 02/27/2011 at 02:54 PM
The colors are gorgeous!
Posted by: Marian Bonney | 02/27/2011 at 03:54 PM
Your card is just beautiful.
Posted by: Carrie Zrodlowski | 02/27/2011 at 05:53 PM
Oh my...this is absolutely stunning, Leslie!! You've colored this so beautifully, and I love all of those pearls!!
Posted by: Rose Ann | 02/27/2011 at 07:38 PM
very sweet, lovely
Posted by: bethann disciasco | 02/28/2011 at 06:00 AM
Oh my goodness, your card is beautiful! Love your coloring of the image, and the papers and pearls are perfect!
Posted by: Nancy | 02/28/2011 at 12:20 PM
This is a gorgeous card. You did an amazing job. I know she will love it , along with this great hop. I know I do. Thanks for the chance to win such a lovely set.
Posted by: E. Marie | 03/01/2011 at 06:26 PM
Totally gorgeous card.
Posted by: Ida | 03/01/2011 at 07:11 PM