How about something a little different and non-Christmasy for a change? Isn’t that camera die from Kelly Purkey just fabulous! I cut the camera and heart from some patterned paper and popped them up over a watermarked sentiment stamped onto dark cardstock. The sentiment from Kelly Purkey’s I Like You set is stamped twice and the camera fit perfectly so the start of the sentiment is visible above and the end below. Don’t you just love when things line up that way :) I think this would be a great card to give to a guy however, I think I should perhaps send it to myself!
What?!
Yep and probably I’m guessing to a bunch of you guys too. How about some blunt honesty for a Saturday morning. I’m painfully camera-shy, always have been but the passing of time and the changes to my body have made me more so. Believe it or not it was blogging that got me back in front of the camera! When I started on Design Teams people wanted to put a face to the name and so reluctantly I braved the lens. I don’t think I will ever like having my picture taken but hey you know what, this is me, wrinkles, crinkles, laughter lines and excess pounds. I can’t say I wouldn’t want it differently but being absent from photos isn’t going to change any of that. So in the next wee while I will be handing the camera to my daughter and asking her to snap away :) Do you fancy joining me on the other side of the lens?
Supplies: Stamps – Kelly Purkey I like you; Dies – Kelly Purkey instagrammed, Simon Says Stamp large holiday shapes; Card – Bazzill marshmallow, sugar wafer; Paper – Teresa Collins he said she said (he said); Ink – Versamark
Love the card (always do!)…and just so you know…I have always loved the picture of you on your blog…every time I see it, I think about how sweet and kind you seem, and how talented and beautiful you are!
Thank you Shannonn <3 I think having my daughter taking my picture helps me - I can't help but smile at her :)
I totally agree with Shannonn – your profile pic is gorgeous, and you look so happy.
I’m like you… there are barely any pictures of me… I have to organise a shoot with my dad if I need a DT pic. :)
Maybe this Christmas I’ll try to make my husband take more of me and Lily. I am sure I’ll regret it one day if I don’t. :) Thanks for the idea.
And your card is FABULOUS.
We should all try and be in some pictures I suppose and yes I agree that we will regret it if we don’t. Lily will love to see pictures of you and her when she’s older and the new babe too. When are you due Lucy?
You’re beautiful inside and out, and I wouldn’t want you any other way! <3
Thank you honey <3
I think we’re all a little insecure because there are so many photo shopped perfect images out there…but the best are still those people willing to be “real”…your smile and generous heart always shine thru Debbie! You’re beautiful!
Photoshop certainly has a lot to answer for doesn’t it Pat!
I totally agree with the others it’s such a nice picture it always makes me smile. But i completely understand your feelings i have the same but I also keep in mind that it will be a pity if we are not a pictures anymore. Lovely card once again.
We can only try can’t we :) I’m assuming when I’m 90 I would be quite happy to look as I do now LOL.
Oh boy did you hit the nail on the head! I HATE having my picture taken so much so that even though we moved VERY close to a year ago, I am still driving on my old driver’s license. SO illegal, but I just can’t seem to make myself go in there and take the head shot. *sigh* I suppose I really should ….. after the holidays!
Hehe Celia, I had to check my picture driving licence to see if it had an address on it!! Unfortunately it does, so that’s it then. I can never move again LOL.
Firstly, I have to say that I think you SHOULD send this card to yourself…your pretty fabulous, Debby!!! And, this card proves it! I love your watermarked sentiment and the camera really does fit perfectly…stunning, as always!
I am also very camera shy, so I completely understand how you feel…but, I love your blog photo! It speaks to what a sweet person you are! I also think you should keep letting your daughter take your pic, especially since she makes you smile! Like mother, like daughter, you know!
Thanks so much for always sharing your amazing talent with us! I always love to see what you create…and by the way, I really enjoyed your tutorials at Holiday Card Workshop…thanks!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the Holiday Card Workshop Barb. Jennifer Rzasa hit the nail on the head when saying that the best part of teaching in the classes is actually getting to join in with the class too :)
You guys are all so sweet! I think it’s time for a group hug, shall we get that on camera LOL
My first vision of you was as an adorable lime with googly eyes. That seems like only yesterday… Oh, how the years have flown since then and I now have the total honour and privilege to know for sure that you’re an adorable person both on the inside AND the outside! Lots of love to you, friend! xo
P.S Awesome card. I love those eureka moment you have when combining elements on a card. :)
I was reminiscing about that lime too Aimes! I should dig that photo out sometime! We should have a day on FB where everyone changes their picture to their first for blogging LOL.
Hmmmm…lemme think about what my first blogging picture was before I commit to such an idea. LOL! I know for sure my first picture wasn’t as fun and adorable as yours! :)
Debby, I love love this card! That camera is just too cute! Love the pop of red in the heart too!