Fresh Squeezed Stamps: Hang In There!

I love the holidays - I really do - but I also let out a big "whew" when it is over.  It was a huge relief to make this non-holiday card. I actually made it before Christmas and the "hang in there" sentiment seemed particularly meaningful as I was entering the final stretch of baking, wrapping, rehearsing, etc. But obviously this card could be used for so much more than survival of the holidays - everybody needs a "hang in there" boost once in awhile!

The stamps come from one of my favorite all-purpose sets from Fresh Squeezed Stamps.  It's called String Me Along and is full of a variety of sweet and unique images.  I've already used the Chinese lanterns and the high-top tennies (seriously!!!) but really wanted to use this cheerful little jar and lightning bug.

I picked the brightest paper that I could find - and the furthest from traditional holiday colors that I could find!!  I figured it had enough going on, so I went very simple for my layout!

I hope you all survived (and enjoyed) your holidays; that you have let out a big "whew"; and that you are looking forward to a new year!

• Stamps: Fresh Squeezed Stamps String Me Along
• Paper: Papertrey Ink Summer Sunrise, Studio Calico Printshop 6x6 dsp
• Ink: Memento Black, Copics
• Accessories: Hemptique Kraft 10-lb. twine, clear sequins, glitter pen (on light and bug)