Sunday, August 3, 2014

Back To School--PP207

August 3, 2014

 I attended my "40th" yes, "40th" High School Reunion last night in Greenfield, Indiana!  WOW!  How wonderful it was to see all the friends that I grew up with!  I will cherish these memories forever.  We can move away, but home is always HOME!  

 This week at The Paper Players Sandy is our hostess for a fun challenge.  This week we are challenged to use buttons on our projects!  I love buttons and I hope you will play along with us!  

Check out all the Design Team members blogs for inspiration that will amaze you!  




My card this week is for a very special girl!  Our Miss Addison starts Kindergarten tomorrow.  We are so excited for her and I know she will love it!    I must admit in my own selfish way, I am sad.  She will grow and change so much this year and we have to face the fact that our Little Princess is growing up much to quickly.  I wish I could bottle her voice and her sincere innocence.  After teaching First Grade for many years, I know the process, but I am thankful she is healthy and ready to start the next phase of her life.  







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Claire

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22 comments:

  1. UnknownAugust 3, 2014 at 8:50 AM

    So sweet!

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    1. Claire BroadwaterAugust 3, 2014 at 1:28 PM

      Thank you very much, Jodi! So sweet of you to comment on my card! XX

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  2. LeAnneAugust 3, 2014 at 12:05 PM

    Oh my goodness, this is just as sweet as can be....I love anything "old school" and I hope Addison will like it too! I am with you on the sad thing....can't even think about Cassidy going off to kindergarten next year! And I am so glad you had fun at your reunion, you young thing, you!!!!

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    1. Claire BroadwaterAugust 3, 2014 at 1:29 PM

      LeAnne, it is so difficult to see them grow up. I want to keep her my little girl forever!!! You are so kind and thoughtful! XX

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  3. YaphaAugust 3, 2014 at 12:14 PM

    What a perfect first day of school card! I love that DSP and the button is a great touch!

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    1. Claire BroadwaterAugust 3, 2014 at 1:29 PM

      Thank you very much, Yapha! So kind of you to comment on my card! XX

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  4. Joanne James - The Crafty OwlAugust 3, 2014 at 5:02 PM

    Claire this card is just gorgeous!! I love the colours, layers and the button and bow finish it beautifully. I hope Miss Addison has the best first day at Kindergarten - as one door closes, another one opens. xxx

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    1. Claire BroadwaterAugust 5, 2014 at 9:03 PM

      Thank you very much, Joanne! So true about the door closing and opening! So kind of you to remind me of that! XX

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  5. laurieAugust 4, 2014 at 8:09 AM

    Aaaaah, that is such a sweet card! Time for school already, where has the summer gone?

    She will love the card, and I bet she will love kindergarten, too.It's always so hard to see them go off that first day!

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    1. Claire BroadwaterAugust 5, 2014 at 9:04 PM

      Thank you very much, Laurie! It is difficult to see them grow up! XX

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  6. Andrea WAugust 4, 2014 at 1:40 PM

    This is such a wonderful keepsake for Addison! The colors and details are just lovely.

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    1. Claire BroadwaterAugust 5, 2014 at 9:04 PM

      Thank you very much, Andrea! I appreciate your kind words! XX

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  7. stampwithsandyAugust 4, 2014 at 8:48 PM

    Wow, Claire! Your card is a real stand-out in the gallery. So many beautiful colors and layers, but the inside just made me melt! Thanks for rocking my button challenge!

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    1. Claire BroadwaterAugust 5, 2014 at 9:05 PM

      Thank you very much, Sandy! I so appreciate your very kind comments! XX

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  8. Nance LeedyAugust 5, 2014 at 8:08 AM

    Oh.My. GOODNESS, Claire! This card is vintage loveliness! All the shading, stitching and torn edges are just gorgeous with that lucious ribbon and beautiful button. A special card for a very special little girl. The inside is as sweet as can be and brought tears to my eyes--what a proud Grammy you are! ((hugs))

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    1. Claire BroadwaterAugust 5, 2014 at 9:05 PM

      Thank you so very much, Nance! She certainly is a special little girl! I am a very proud Grammy! I appreciate your kindness! XX

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  9. jaydeeAugust 5, 2014 at 10:58 AM

    Claire, this is fabulous. I love the multiple layers, the apple, the button, the notebook die.... everything. I know that she will have loved it all, too!
    Hugs
    Jaydee

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    1. Claire BroadwaterAugust 5, 2014 at 9:06 PM

      Thank you very much, Jaydee! So kind of you to say such kind things about my card! XX

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  10. MikeAugust 5, 2014 at 4:10 PM

    Oh my gosh! Is it back to school already? Seems like I just got out - well I did - 30+ years ago. (I'm counting college. That's school too!) Gorgeous retro creation. You have incorporated so many layers beautifully!

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    1. Claire BroadwaterAugust 5, 2014 at 9:07 PM

      Yes, Mike! School started in Georgia! I appreciate your kind thoughts on my card! Yes, I went to school all my life! I just retired a few years ago! XX

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  11. Cindy BrumbaughAugust 7, 2014 at 12:18 AM

    Definitely an awesome "stole the show" card. So creative and a card for your grand-daughter to have in her Project Life scrapbook! Your talent never ceases to amaze me, Claire. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this!

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    1. Claire BroadwaterAugust 10, 2014 at 8:43 AM

      Cindy, thank you so very much for your beautiful compliment! It means so much to me! XXX

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