What happens when faced with too many choices of topics to post about?  Absolutely NOTHING, that’s what! Making the choice between round or square wasn’t so bad. Now add colors, new specials for Stampin’Up!, celebrating 1,000 comments on the blog, and on, and on, and on and one might feel like they’re ready to implode!  That’s when the word BREATHE comes in handy. Decisions, decisions.

I took a step back, baked a Lemon Meringue Pie for husband’s birthday then went out in the garden and pulled weeds.  What do you do to decompress?

Now, let’s get to some fun. I decided to work both challenges together.  Kind of fun to see how things come together when faced with so much structure. For me that much structure is a challenge in itself.  Next, decide Round or Square.  No problem, I’ll make both and see which one comes out the best.

Square seems quicker so let’s go there first.  Step 1, pick paper and elements that incorporate the Pals Paper Arts color challenge (Lucky Limeade, Pool Party and Summer Starfruit).

Next, pick a stamp.  I chose “Get Well” from the Delightful Dozen stamp set.  I’m so glad it’s not retiring this year.  Ooo, I would hate to see this one go.  It’s so versatile.

Delightful Dozen – #122650 [w]; #122652 [c]

 Put it all together and what do you get?A cheery get well for someone. Now, on to the round version.

Shaped cards are a favorite but they take a little more time. Many times I take the easy way out and opt for the traditional A2 or Square size.  So glad I took the extra time to create the round version of the sketch.

The scalloped edge really makes the focal “Get Well” piece come to life.  Which one do you like best?

I have a great idea! Let’s celebrate hitting 1,000 comments here on the Wild West Paper Arts blog.  Are you game?  I’ll make it really easy.  Answer the question, “Which is your favorite, round or square?” by leaving a comment on this post by Midnight (PDT) on May 12, 2013.  I’ll pick a winner to receive the Large Scallop Edgelits and Square Lattice Embossing Folder by Random Generator and post the winning name to Facebook and Twitter on Tuesday, May 14, 2013.

#127019 Edgelits- Large Scallop

#119976 Textured Impressions Square Lattice Embossing Folder

Meanwhile, here’s a list of Nuts & Bolts for today’s projects.

Stamps: Delightful Dozen (#122650 [w], #122652 [c], #127597 [MDS]); Paper: Card stock (Lucky Limeade #122926, Summer Starfruit #126839), Whisper White (#100730); Birds of a Feather (#126896), Sunshine and Sprinkles (#126922); Ink & Coloring: Classic Inks (Lucky Limeade #122935); Embellishments:  Pearls Basic Jewels (#119247);  Ribbon: Bakers Twine (Lucky Limeade #125572), 1/2″ Seam Binding (Pool Party #125582); Tools: Big Shot Machine (#113439), Bigz Dies (Scallop Circle #113468, 3-3/4″ Circle (retired); Punches (1-1/4″ Circle #119861, 1-3/8″ Circle #119860, 1-3/4″ Scallop Circle #119854); Stampin’ Trimmer (#126889); Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (Perfect Polka Dots #117335); Adhesives: Multi-Purpose Liquid Glue (#110755), SNAIL (#104332), Stampin’ Dimensionals (#104430).

What next?  There’s still a long list to choose from…. decisions, decisions.

Thank you for spending time with me today.

See you tomorrow with the next big decision!

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