Monday, December 1, 2014

Season's Greetings Shaker & News!

Hey everyone, it's Monday and that means time for another fun challenge at Merry Monday!  This week's theme is brought to us by Deanne, and she wants to see everyone make a Christmas card with a bird on it.  I decided to go with a shaker card.




You can see all the details and gorgeous inspiration from the rest of the Design Team here.  Or stop by their blogs and give them some love:

Katie Melhus (you're here!)
Lori Turner

I also have some family photos and some news to share.  Here are some highlights from our very first family photo shoot.  Ansley is 4 now, and you can have a look at my fabulous husband, Ken :)





As you can see, there is a bit more of me to love these days because we are expecting our second child February 19 (Which can't come soon enough as far as this pregnant lady is concerned!)  We are having another little girl, and are currently completely stumped for names...any suggestions?

Thanks for stopping by, keep it crafty!



19 comments:

  1. Lee-AnneDecember 1, 2014 at 5:54 AM

    Adorable in every way, Katie! The patterned paper makes that little bird sing :) and I love your shaker design!

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  2. Tenia NelsonDecember 1, 2014 at 8:19 AM

    LOVE!!!

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  3. KarrenDecember 1, 2014 at 11:11 AM

    Congratulations on your fantastic news, Katie! You have a beautiful family and I'm so happy for you. As far as names, I always liked Catherine Grace but I only had boys :) On to your card - such a fun shaker card - love the bright, cheery colors.

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  4. BonnieDecember 1, 2014 at 1:44 PM

    What a beautiful family, Katie! You'll come up with the perfect name. I love this pretty Christmas bird and the sequins in the shaker! I really need to try a shaker card! Have a great week, Katie!

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  5. DeeptiDecember 1, 2014 at 2:37 PM

    Wow congrats Katie on the happy news, great photos :) Your card is as adorable as ur family :)

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  6. WendyDecember 2, 2014 at 2:38 AM

    What a beautiful family photo, Katie and congrats again on your pregnancy! Such exciting times! Love your pretty shaker card this week! Those birds are adorable and I love all the sequins! Very pretty! Happy Holidays! :)

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  7. MarybethDecember 2, 2014 at 8:27 AM

    Congratulations, Katie!!!! Wonderful news, and beautiful family photos! Your daughter is gorgeous!
    Ok on to your adorable shaker card.... I LOVE It!

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  8. Notes by NinaDecember 2, 2014 at 11:48 AM

    Lovely family photos Katie, congrats on your baby news. Your card is pretty fabulous too :).

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  9. Debbie Henderson Debbie's DesignsDecember 2, 2014 at 4:08 PM

    Yay, congrats on the baby bump! Your daughter is adorable! Love your shaker card and the bright colors you used!

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  10. 3treescreations@gmail.comDecember 3, 2014 at 6:30 PM

    Oh congrats to you and your beautiful family!!!!!!!!!!! Your card is absolutely adorable. My cousin just named her new baby girl Maddyn and I think it's the cutest name ever!

    Deanne :)

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  11. Laurie UngerDecember 4, 2014 at 9:31 AM

    Sweet card and family photos! Congratulations on your soon to be new addition.

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  12. Kristie GouletDecember 5, 2014 at 9:39 AM

    Very sweet card and family photos! Congratulations on your baby bump! Yay!

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  13. Heather NorthDecember 5, 2014 at 10:12 PM

    I love your sequin shaker card. Congrats on the new precious bundle of joy coming this February. As for girl names.... Ashley, Kaitlin, Avery, Miranda

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  14. ManuelaDecember 6, 2014 at 4:19 AM

    oh how cute your card is, love it!

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  15. GretaDecember 6, 2014 at 6:17 PM

    Congrats Katie! Being a February baby as was my mom, I can say that's a wonderful month. Your card is fabulous--one of the neatest shakers I've seen!

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  16. wienerhoneymoonersDecember 7, 2014 at 10:02 PM

    Congrats!!!! CUTEST card!!!!...Oh names are FUN!!! Ana, Aleah, (I guess I like "a" names a little)... Anika, Arielle, Brooke, I didn't have a girl, my top two were: Mackenna and Aneliesse..
    I really also like Veronika, (DH) says: Sasha, Kennedy, Brooklyn, Casey..Elle..
    Lovely Family pic!!!

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  17. KimCreateDecember 9, 2014 at 12:16 PM

    Congrats! Your family is lovely and I'm glad you are growing your family!

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  18. brrenwickDecember 15, 2014 at 10:17 AM

    Oh my word....the last picture is the BEST...totally made me cry happy tears :) Love you friend!

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