Let Your Light Shine

This one feels like a quiet moment you almost miss if you’re moving too fast.

She’s not loud about it. Not trying to impress anyone. Just standing there, holding her little sunflower close… and somehow, that says everything. There’s a gentle kind of confidence here—the kind that doesn’t need attention to be real.

• Sunflower Girl
• Card Base - Kraft Cardstock
• Cardstock - White, Early Espresso, So Saffron
• Pattern Paper - Stampin' Up scraps & Deep Blue Sea by Carta Bella
• Ink - Soft Suede
• Die-Cuts - Pretty Labels, Banner, Grass
• Twine - Kraft with Yellow Sprinkles for bow
• Other - Adhesive

I love how the layers frame her so softly, like the whole card is protecting that tiny glow. And that sweet banner across the top? It doesn’t shout… it simply reminds.

This card doesn’t sparkle loudly… it glows.

Moral of the story: Your light doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful.

Now I’m curious: When do you feel your light shining the most?

Janis

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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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Wishing You Were Here

• Image: Watercolor Summer Girl Clipart 
• Echo Park "My Favorite Summer" 6x6 paper pad - All pattern papers for this card
• Stampin' Up ink -  Starry Sky - Edged around all the paper edges (except the sentiment)
• Fancy Label Dies for Sentiment
• Stampin' Up Sentiment - Sunny Splash set
• Foam Adhesive - to adhere the die cut and stamped sentiment

This one feels like a postcard from a happy little adventure.

That tiny traveler sitting on her suitcase looks like she’s caught somewhere between dreaming and wandering… like she’s ready to go anywhere as long as it means making memories along the way. And that sentiment—“Wishing you were here”—turns the whole card into something warm and personal, like a note sent from someone who genuinely misses you.

I had fun mixing all the playful patterns on this one. The sunny oranges, cheerful florals, and soft sky-blue background make everything feel bright, welcoming, and full of possibility. It’s layered in a way that feels a little like collected moments from a journey—different pieces coming together to tell a story.

This card doesn’t feel rushed… it feels thoughtful. Like someone paused in the middle of their adventure just to say, “I wish you were sharing this with me.”

Moral of the story: The best adventures feel even sweeter when shared with someone you care about.

Now I’m curious… If you could pack a suitcase today, where would you go first?

Janis

My YouTube Channel: Janis Lewis, Pause Dream Enjoy

                        My blog: Pause Dream Enjoy

        My Crafting blog:  Crafting Happiness Challenges

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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!

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Here is the promised video I made. I'll be sharing it on my project posts all this week and will post a new video next week.  Thank you so much for visiting me and watching and commenting! Hugs!

Enjoy the rest of your day.

Janis, Pause Dream Enjoy

Founder & Design Team Member - Crafting Happiness Challenges

Challenges Entered:

Crafting From The Art

Crafts Galore Encore Challenge

Love to Craft Challenge Blog

Mix It Up Challenge Blog

Paper Rock Scissors

Perfect Time To Craft

Crafty Catz

Creative Fingers Challenge Blog

Crafting Happiness #201

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with Crafting Happiness Challenges. 

Ch#201

Anything Goes 

Thanks for sharing your creations with us.

Remember, EVERY type of crafting is welcome.

Have a blessed day!

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Crafting Happiness #199

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Ch#199

I is for Indians & Pilgrims

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Remember, EVERY type of crafting is welcome.

Have a blessed day!

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Crafting Happiness #196

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Ch#196

Costumes 

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Remember, EVERY type of crafting is welcome.

Have a blessed day!

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Crafting Happiness #192

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Ch#192

Farm 

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Remember, EVERY type of crafting is welcome.

Have a blessed day!

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Crafting Happiness #186

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Ch# 186

H is for Hot Hot Hot! 

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Remember, EVERY type of crafting is welcome.

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Crafting Happiness #184

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Ch#184

Rock Painting

or Retro 

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Remember, EVERY type of crafting is welcome.

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Crafting Happiness #177

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Ch# 177

F is for French Fries

or Fireflies 

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Remember, EVERY type of crafting is welcome.

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Crafting Happiness #173

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Ch# 173 

E is for Elephants 

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Remember, EVERY type of crafting is welcome.

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Crafting Happiness #171

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Ch# 171 

D is for Dogs 

• ART PHILOSOPHY "Tag 3" cut @ 4 1/2"
• ART PHILOSOGPHY "Banner 5" cut @ 1" for the Birthday Hat
• DOODLECHARMS Sun cut @ 1 1/2" with shadow
• DOODLECHARMS Dog cut @ 3"
• Googlie Eyes!
• CARDZ TV STAMPS "Make A Wish" 

Thanks for sharing your creations with us.

Remember, EVERY type of crafting is welcome.

Have a blessed day!

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Crafting Happiness Ch#168

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with Crafting Happiness Challenges. 

Our Top Picks are posted on the Crafting Happiness Challenge blog.

Be sure to LIKE any projects entered

to help with the Top Picks!

Ch# 168

Bunnies

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Remember, EVERY type of crafting is welcome.

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Oh What Fun!

Simple Stories card kit - Christmas Wishes

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Gather All the Good & Let Go of the Rest

Simple Stories Card Kit - Happy Greetings

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Love Grows Here

Simple Stories Card Kit - Love Grows Here

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Gather Together

Simple Stories Card Kit -Happy Greetings

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Ch# 8 FarmQuest General Store

 Hey, y'all! 

A new challenge has started 

at FarmQuest General Store.

I hope you'll come join the fun each month this year!

Monthly Themes:

Always Anything Goes Farm/Rural/Country Life

I am having a ton of fun 

with the Simple Stories - Homegrown Collection Kit!

I came across some card size paper bags that I forgot I had, 

and decided it would be fun to stick a bookmark in there.

Wait for it........................

Voila! Love it!!

Supplies:

Simple Stories - Homegrown Collection Kit

Bags from stash

Stitched banner die for bookmark 

Stampin Up red ribbon

Painted wooden buttons from stash

MOO! is puffy stickers from collection kit

foam tape

Come play along this month @ FarmQuest General Store!

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Happy Day

Flower theme this month at Crafting Happiness Challenges!

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Supplies:

Simple Stories - Good Stuff Collection

Gems

Twine

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August - Halloween Crafts All Year Round

A new challenge has started 

at Halloween Crafts All Year Round.

I hope you'll come join the fun each month this year!

Always Halloween theme

Any type of crafting welcome

Supplies:

Close To My Heart (CTMH)

Boo Crew Pattern papers

Coordinating Cardstock

Sticker Sheet

Other

Stampin' Up Ribbon

Sequins

Stitched Banner Dies

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Bloom Market

Flower theme this month at Crafting Happiness Challenges!

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Supplies:

Maggie Holmes, Market Square - pattern papers & tag

Extra Thick twine

Burlap cardstock

Stitched postage stamp die

Kraft card base

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:) Janis Lewis, Pause Dream Enjoy

My online store Moose 42

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Design Team, Halloween Crafts All Year Round

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