Summer is just around the corner and the birds are everywhere.  Especially in my cherry trees!  I guess that's the price I pay for their sweet song.  This sweet little bird is perfect for the Mojo Monday #244 Sketch Challenge. 

Isn't he cute? 

The stamp above is from the Four Seasons Hostess Set in the new Stampin'Up! Catalog.  I love a set that can be used all year long and coordinates with punches.  So smart!

 

Another tool I just had to have, is the new Essentials Paper Piercing Pack.  When I first heard the old Mat Pack was retiring I was not a happy camper, to say the least.  But now, I must admit, the new pack is SO much better.  I think you'll agree.  Click here to see what I mean.

 

Finish it off with 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain ribbon, a little Dahlia, some Rhinestones, and sentiments for inside and out from Petite Pairs.  You're all set! 

Tips & Tricks:  Secure firm embellishments to ribbon with a dab of Multi-Purpose Glue #110755

 

Nuts & Bolts:
Approximate 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" (A2 Envelope)

Supplies:

* Card stock – Daffodil Delight, Rich Razzleberry, Whisper White

* Designer Paper – Floral District #126919

* Ink & Coloring –  Classic Inks (Baja Breeze, Rich Razzleberry)

* Stamps – Four Seasons Hostess Set #126832; 

Petite Pairs #122497

* Embellishments – Dahlia Assortment #127556; Rhinestones Basic

Jewels #119246

* Fibers & Ribbon – 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain #126872 (Daffodil Delight)

Tools:

* Paper Piercing – Essentials Paper Piercing Pack #126187;  Paper

Piercing Mat #126199; Paper Piercing Tool #126189

* Punches – 3/4" Circle #119873; 1" Circle #119868; 2-3/8" Scallop Circle #118774;

Scallop Edge Border #119882

Adhesives:

* Multi-Purpose Glue #110755

* SNAIL Adhesive #104332

* Stampin' Dimensionals #104430

 

Take some time now to listen to our feathered friends. 

They're right outside your window,

waiting to sing you a sweet song of good cheer.

Thank you for stopping by today.