Come fall though, that’s a completely different story. The humidity breaks and I’m rejuvenated. The sun isn’t burning directly overhead, and there’s a freshness in the air. I live for the day I can turn off the a/c and open up the house to let the fresh air in.
Fall is a time of cleaning for me too. It’s a time to count my blessings, and be thankful for who and what I have in my life.It’s a time to purge and go through cabinets and closets that seem to be bursting at the seams. I started this weekend in my kitchen. I’d be challenged by a friend to begin intentionally living, and in order to do that, we must intentionally remove the physical clutter around us. When our environment is clean and beautiful, we can live cleanly and intentionally.
It’s been a big chore to clean and purge my kitchen. I’m spent several hours going through every cabinet and pantry shelf. Everything has been wiped clean. I know where everything is, and have a good sense of what foodstuffs I have. Does anyone need an extra jar of curry powder or thyme? How about some non-fat sweetened condensed milk? If a zombie apocolypse happens, I’ve got you covered on all 3 accounts because I’ve found multiples scattered throughout my kitchen! And truly, how silly is that? I don’t like curry powder; and I only use sweetened condensed milk and thyme at the holidays.
This week, we’re counting our blessings and cultivating thankfulness with the Many Blessings Stamp Set. Remember to post a comment on today’s blog for your chance to win a DIY Card Kit every day this September. (Offer valid to US Residents Only).
Today’s Tutorial
Layer 1: Early Espresso, 2 1/8″ x 3 3/8″
Layer 2: Country Lane Designer Series Paper, 2″ x 3 3/4″
Layer 3: Early Esprsso, 4 1/8″ x 2 5/8″
Layer 4: Whisper White, 4″ x 2 1/2″
- Stamp images and sentiment in Memento Tuxedo Black ink onto Layer 4. Color with Pumpkin Pie, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Old Olive Stampin’ Write Markers.
- Adhere all layers to card.
- Finish with Crumb Cake Classic Weave bow.
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I admire your efforts! Regarding fall weather, I am with you 400%. I, like so many others, am exhausted by the heat and humidity. Welcome fall with your color and weather splendor! I enjoyed reading and appreciating your blog today. Have a peaceful and fulfilling week.
Fall will probably arrive at your house much sooner than mine. I’ll have to live vicariously through you.
Decluttering is so cathartic. I never realized the weight on my shoulders was from carrying all this stuff that I don’t need.
Right? It is joyful to know you have space to breathe again.
I agree with you regarding summer is way to hot to do anything that involves being outside. I too love the a/c. This Count your blessings card is gorgeous. I love the colors.
Thank you, my friend. Here’s to cooler days, soon!
Fall is my FAVORITE season!! Can’t stand the humidity of summer. Thanks for using my favorite set from the Holiday catalog as your product of the week!!
Whoo hoo! I love this set, too. I hope you get some good ideas this week.
I love this set and the cards you are creating! Really nice and easy!!
Thank you, Beverly.
I am loving this set and your cards! I am glad you are giving us a tutorial on how to color with the Blends! May have to add this to my ever-growing list of wants!!
You’re going to love using them!
I need to get this stamp set! Love the different ways you’re using it.
Yes! This one has so many different options.