A Little Note From The Heart

 

This one feels like a quiet little “thinking of you” that shows up at just the right time. 

That sweet face, the bow, the way she’s peeking out like she’s been waiting for you—it’s soft, gentle, and full of affection without saying too much.

• Animals With Pink Bows
• Gatefold card! Love these!
• Stampin' Up: Doily, Cardstock, Ink, Pattern Papers, Stamped Message

I love how the gatefold opens like a little reveal… almost like unfolding a note meant just for you. And inside—“Just sittin’ here thinkin’ of you!”—simple, sincere, and impossible not to smile at.

This card doesn’t try to be big or bold… it just feels personal. Like a small reminder that someone cares.

Moral of the story: The simplest messages often mean the most. 

Now I’m curious… When was the last time you sent someone a “just because” card? 

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

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Lost In A Good Book

This one feels like a quiet little escape you don’t want to end. 

Sunglasses on, book in hand, completely tuned out from the world—she’s not just reading… she’s gone. Off somewhere far more interesting than whatever’s going on around her.

• Funny Summer Grandma Clipart
• Stampin' Up: Cardstock, Pattern Papers
• Die-Cuts: Stampin' Up Layering Ovals with Scallop Edges
• Twine from stash

I had fun layering these patterns to feel a bit like collected moments—little snippets, like pages from different stories coming together. It’s relaxed, but still full of personality.

This card doesn’t ask for attention… it invites you to slow down and slip into your own story for a while.

Moral of the story: Sometimes the best place to be is lost in a good story. 

Now I’m curious… What’s the last book you couldn’t put down? 

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

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A Little Sunshine To Share

This one feels like it brought its own sunshine with it. 

That little fox holding onto a sunflower like it’s something special… it’s simple, sweet, and just a little bit proud. Like it found something beautiful and couldn’t wait to share it.

• Summer Funny Sunflower Animals Clipart
• Stampin' Up: Cardstock, Pattern Papers, Ink
• Die-Cuts: Die-namics Squares Stitched 

I leaned into those warm yellows and rich tones to keep everything feeling bright and grounded at the same time. It’s bold without being loud… cheerful without trying too hard.

This card feels like a quiet kind of happiness—the kind that shows up and stays awhile.

Moral of the story: Sometimes the best thing you can give is a little bit of sunshine. 

Now I’m curious… Who would you share a little sunshine with today? 

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

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Bright Ideas & Happy Thoughts

This one feels like a spark of happiness you didn’t see coming. 

That smile, those flowers, the way she’s just sitting there soaking in her own little moment—it’s like she’s holding onto a really good thought and doesn’t want to let it go.

• Spring Girls Clipart PNG Bundle
• Pattern papers from stash
• Pink & Main: Mod Stitched Rectangles Stitched Dies 

I had fun pairing the structured grid with those bold, colorful stripes… a little mix of neat and playful. It gives the card a fresh, upbeat feel—like everything is lining up just right.

This one doesn’t whisper… it smiles right back at you.

Moral of the story: Happiness often shows up in the simplest, most unexpected moments. 

Now I’m curious… What’s something that’s been making you smile lately? 

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

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A Cup Full Of Cozy

This one feels like comfort you didn’t know you needed. 

A tiny kitten tucked inside a teacup… like it just wandered in, got cozy, and decided to stay awhile. It’s sweet, a little unexpected, and impossible not to smile at.

• Cute Kitten Storybook
• Stampin' Up: Cardstock, Pattern Papers, Ink
• Die-Cuts: Steal Dies Stitched Circles

I played with the layered patterns behind it to feel a bit like a patchwork of moments—soft florals, gentle colors, little pieces coming together to create something warm and inviting.

This card doesn’t try too hard… it just quietly wraps you up in a cozy little feeling.

Moral of the story: Sometimes the smallest things bring the biggest comfort. 

Now I’m curious… What’s something simple that instantly makes you feel cozy? 

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

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Floating Through The Day

This one feels like a gentle exhale. 

Eyes closed, floating along, not a care in sight—she’s not trying to get anywhere… she’s just enjoying where she already is. And somehow, that feels like exactly the right place to be.

• Cute Watercolor Beach Mouse PNG Clipart
• Pattern Papers from stash
• Stampin' Up: Ink
• Die-Cuts: Die-namics Ovals with Stitching
• Twine: Pink & Blue

I loved mixing the playful patterns here—the waves, the soft florals, the pops of color—like little pieces of a carefree day coming together. It’s relaxed, but still bright and happy.

This card doesn’t rush or push… it just drifts, quietly reminding you to do the same every now and then.

Moral of the story: Sometimes the best thing you can do is simply let yourself float. 

Now I’m curious… When was the last time you truly slowed down and enjoyed the moment? 

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

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Hope It's Your BEST. DAY EVER.

This one feels like the start of a really good day… the kind you don’t overplan. 

Rod in hand, hat pulled low, and not a single hurry in sight—he looks like he knows exactly what today is for. Not catching the biggest fish… just being there for the moment.

• Boy with Fishing Rod
• Stampin' Up: Cardstock, Ink
• Die-Cut from Amazon - Stitched Rounded Rectangles

I kept the layers bold but grounded, letting those rich greens and textures feel a little like nature itself—simple, steady, and full of quiet life. It frames the scene without taking away from it.

And that sentiment—“Hope it’s your BEST. DAY. EVER.”—doesn’t feel loud here… it feels genuine. Like a wish you actually mean.

This card feels calm… but not sleepy—more like content.

Moral of the story: The best days aren’t rushed… they’re lived. 

Now I’m curious… What would your “best day ever” look like? 

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

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Hold Onto The Fun

This one feels like a burst of energy that refused to stay still. 

Hair flying, toes barely touching the ground, and that oversized beach ball like it’s the most important mission of the day—she’s all in, no hesitation. It’s playful, a little chaotic, and completely joyful.

• Funny Summer Beach Girl Clipart
• Stampin' Up Cardstock & Ink
• Stampin' Up - Lots of Labels Framelits Dies
• Pattern papers from stash
• Gems from stash

I leaned into those bold colors and fruity patterns to match that energy. It’s bright, a little unexpected, and full of movement… like summer decided to show up all at once.

This card doesn’t sit quietly—it shows up, laughs loudly, and invites you to join in.

Moral of the story: Sometimes the best moments are the ones where you just jump in and enjoy it. 

Now I’m curious… When was the last time you let yourself be a little carefree? 

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

Sweet Daydreams & Sunny Moments

This one feels like a little pause in the middle of a happy thought. 

She’s sitting there, chin in her hands, completely lost in her own little world—like she’s replaying something sweet or dreaming up what comes next. And those soft hearts behind her? It’s like we’re getting a peek inside her thoughts.

• Surfer Girl 
• Stampin' Up - Ink, Cardstock, Pattern Papers
• Die-Cut - Amazon
• Foam tape to pop up image of surfer girl

I had fun layering everything just a bit off-center, almost like those thoughts are floating around and landing wherever they please. It gives the whole card a light, playful energy without trying too hard.

This one feels soft… hopeful… and just a little bit giddy.

Moral of the story: Sometimes the best moments happen in your imagination first. 

Now I’m curious… What’s something you’ve been daydreaming about lately? 

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

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Tiny Curiosity, Big Personality

This one feels like a tiny moment caught in the middle of something important… even if we’re not quite sure what it is yet. 

That little kitten looks completely focused—like it just discovered something fascinating in the grass and the rest of the world can wait. It’s curious, a little serious, and just the right amount of adorable.

• Cat in the Garden 
• Stampin' Up - Cardstock, Ink
• Red - Ribbon and Gems
• Stampin Up Die Cuts - Layering Squares Scallop edge

I layered in all those soft florals and added a pop of red to keep things playful, but still let that sweet little scene stay front and center. Sometimes it’s the quiet, curious moments that make a card feel the most alive.

This one doesn’t rush… it just pauses and notices.

Moral of the story: There’s magic in paying attention to the little things. 

Now I’m curious… What’s something small that made you smile today? 

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. If you want to check out their affiliate program, click here for details: Creative Fabrica! 

I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

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Saddle Up & Dream Big

She doesn’t say much… but you just know she’s going somewhere. 

Boots planted, hat tilted just right, and that quiet kind of confidence that doesn’t need to prove a thing. This little cowgirl feels like she already has a plan—she’s just waiting for the right moment to go after it.

• Gatefold Kraft card
• Whimsical Quirky Western Baby Cowgirl
• Die-Namics Oval Stitched Die-cut (front)
• Spellbinders Wonky Rectangles Die-cut (inside)
• Stampin' Up papers, ink, and sentiment

I kept the design clean and centered to let her story do the talking. Sometimes the strongest message comes from giving a moment space to breathe… and letting it unfold when the card opens.

And inside—“Follow your dreams.”
Simple words, but they land a little deeper after meeting her.

This one feels steady… determined… and just a little bit brave.

Moral of the story: Big dreams often start with quiet courage. 

Now I’m curious… What’s one dream you’ve been holding onto lately?

(If you'd like, share it in the comments.)

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. You can check them out here.  I love shopping at Creative Fabrica! 

Please be aware that I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

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Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Crafting blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

Froggie Cards: Part 4 - Fun Froggie

This card just makes me HAPPY!

• Cute Frogs  (Affiliate Link)
• Stampin Up - Cardstock & pattern papers
• Dies - Rectangle Stiched Round Corners
• Sticker phrases

Between the bright colors, the playful patterns, and that adorable froggy under his umbrella—it’s impossible not to smile.

The sentiment, “start doing things you love,” feels so uplifting and motivating. It’s like a cheerful little push to follow your joy.

I had fun with the layout on this one, especially that folded corner detail—it adds a bit of surprise and dimension that makes the design feel extra special.

The bright orange and yellow tones keep everything warm and energetic, while the stitched border brings in a nice finished touch.

This card is pure sunshine on a rainy day—fun, encouraging, and full of personality.

I hope you have enjoyed each of these 1-4 Froggie ideas for cards. 
See you tomorrow.

*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. You can check them out here.  I love shopping at Creative Fabrica! 

Please be aware that I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Challenge blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges

Froggie Cards: Part 3 - Artys Vibes

This card is bringing ALL the personality today! 

• Cute Frogs  (Affiliate Link)
• Stampin Up - Cardstock & pattern papers
• Stamin Up - Shimmer Artsy Background
• Dies - Rectangle Stitched Round Corners
• Stamin Up - Basic Gray Ink
• Sticker phrases

I wanted to try something a little bolder with this one, so I paired this adorable frog with a more artsy, mixed background—and I love how it turned out!

The layers of color and texture behind him give the card a fun, slightly messy (in the best way!) creative feel. It’s like organized chaos… and somehow it just works.

The sentiment, “do what you love,” says it all. Short, simple, and powerful.

I added some soft ink blending around the image to frame him and help him stand out against the busier background. That little detail really pulls everything together.

This one feels energetic, creative, and a little bit fearless—just like the message itself.

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*Note: I have a subscription to Creative Fabrica and use tons of their images for my different crafting needs. You can check them out here.  I love shopping at Creative Fabrica! 

Please be aware that I also use other items from various sources such as Stampin' Up!, Pink & Main, Cardz TV Stamps, Sizzix, Die-namics.... the list goes on. LOL Thank you for visiting my blog. I appreciate your comments and visiting with me to see my latest creations. God Bless You!

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Janis

My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

My Challenge blog: Crafting Happiness Challenges