My Top Faves for 2017

Can you believe that yet another year has almost passed?!

Time for my personal picks of favorite creations this year!
A lucky baker's dozen ended up being the magic number. 
I liked everything I created this year, but
I loved each of these the most for different reasons.
Here they are in alphabetical order........

1976 Stylish -

I love this fabulous photo of my beautiful Mom!

This layout was really enjoyable to create - 

Color experimenting on the chipboard pieces, spraying the background to give shading, 

layering tags & cut outs and making flower arrangements.

The hummingbirds added a very special touch since Mom favored these little birds.

I couldn't wait to use them after I received them from my sweet friend, Mary!

A daughter is a gift from Heaven - 

I don't do splatters often so I love how this one turned out! 

Purple is my favorite color and 2nd is blue.

Mostly though, the photo captures my heart and reminds me of how lucky I am.

Beautiful - 

I absolutely love the simplicity of this one!

I love the feminine feel and especially how my beautiful daughter rocks those jeans!

Best Friends - 

I love my bestfriend, Carmel.

I'm so happy that I created two virtually identical layouts so we both could have one.

Jane Belaire - 

I adore this 'sassy' photo of my gorgeous mother at age 17.

Her hair is fabulous!!

I love the gorgeous chipboard and the flower arrangements, as well as the photo strip!

Of course I love the purples....did you think I'd not mention that? ha!

Lucy's Beloved String - 

Need I write one word?  This is just so self explanatory!  

Lucy is a stealer of hearts!  💗💜💚💙💗

M is for Marvelous!! - 

This is the first time that I've used various layered die cuts as the design and I just love how it turned out!

The vibrant colors with Brianne's fabulous photo really make the whole layout look amazing!

Mardi Gras Paisley - 

Here I am again loving all of the purple tones!!

I love this one not only for the colors, but that fabulous paisley chipboard! WOW!

BTW, Paisley is a favorite shape of mine.

I love all of the flowers, including the ones printed on the paper, but what makes it extra special are those luscious deep purple beauties handmade by my special friend Carrie!

Pop & Grandma's House - 

This one appeals to me because I've never made a layout like this before....

Meaning that I didn't use a photo as the focal point. 
Also, I don't journal, but I did on this one!
A document of my wonderful childhood memories visiting my Grandparents.

Pretty as a Picture - 

I love, love, love this photo of my Mom. 

This gorgeous paper blows me away too!

Tranquil - 

The teal color with the oranges & yellows are so beautiful together.

My daughter's photo is so serene and breathtaking!
Angling the chipboard to be parallel with Brianne's back was the right thing to do.

I'm really excited how the wood grain stencil looks like water!

The Gali Girl - 

Miss Gali is an exceptionally gorgeous Birman girl.

I LOVE this photo of her!

I'm so pleased with the daintiness of this layout because The Gali Girl is so dainty.

I just love the combination of flowers & especially those adorable spiral stamens.

I'm so very happy how the inking of the brick chipboard turned out too!

Unconditional Love - 

Last, but not least by any means is my precious Pepper.

I love the purples in this layout, especially the plums.

Pepper has brought a huge piece of my heart with her to The Rainbow Bridge and I know that we will meet again.  I also know that she is very happy & healthy and enjoying being with her Pop & Mom once again....

and this brings comfort to my heart.

Thank you so much for taking time to view my personal faves for 2017. 

I wish you all a very healthy, happy & prosperous 2018!

Lisa : )