September Already?!?!

I can't believe it's September already!  I haven't been as good as I wanted to be about keeping my blog updated and projects posted.  I've been super busy with everyday life and trying to get ready for the holidays.  I know, I know...it's too early for Christmas...LOL...but I'm one of those who procrastinate so bad that I'm hitting malls and stores on Christmas Eve and wrapping gifts early Christmas morning!  This year, I vowed to start early and finish on time!  I'm planning on making the majority of my gifts for my family, and I've started making my Christmas cards too.

Here are a few of the Christmas cards I've made.

This is one of my faves

A fave as well!

I like how this came out!

My cousin actually helped with this one.  Thanks Sierra!

As far as gift ideas...I've got a whole bunch!  I'll have to keep them secret for now though!

This past weekend, my sister and I presented a 25th anniversary gift to our mom and stepdad.  We're sending them away on a trip to Lake Tahoe, and while they're up there, we got them a gift card for a nice dinner at one of their favorite restaurants.  They loved it!  They were so surprised, they both had tears in their eyes!  Jenn and I are such awesome daughters!  *High five Jenn!!!*

I made them this card using my Elegant Edges Cricut Cartridge. The little metal heart has "Adore" engraved in it, and I ran some purple ribbon through it.  I also added some pearl bling to the ribbon, and some rhinestone bling to the sentiment. 

I have to admit, I really love the Elegant Edges cartridge!  I owe a big thanks to Mary at Cardz TV for introducing that cartridge to me *Thanks Mary!!*

Cheers!