These cards are for the niece, nephews and Godson. They are all over 18 but they still get a little something in their cards.
My Mom, who passed on Christmas Day 2006, refused to put tags on presents under the tree. She was sure I would snoop -- I never did, but I was a great guesser.
To combat that, she wrapped all gifts for me in similar colors and those for my Dad in different similar colors. As I got older I did the same thing, which explains why I am not much of a tag maker. So as a tribute to my Mom, all but one of these cards is following the tradition she set on gift wrapping.
Thanks for visiting and Merry Christmas. I am taking the rest of the month off, see you again in the new year.
Beautiful Christmas presents design, Cat! Thank you for sharing how you made them as a tribute to your Mom and her genius idea for keeping your nose out of the packages!! Merry hugs, Darnell
ReplyDeleteBrilliance runs in the family I see! Cat, what a wonderful tribute to your Mom! Beautiful, too - I'll bet you had as much fun coloring these packages as she had choosing paper for each of you!!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your Christmas in Ohio!
Merry Christmas, my friend - see you in 2020!
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What a lovely tradition to follow. These cards are so lovely and the colour co-ordination makes them extra special. I hope Christmas Day brings you very happy memories of your Mum xx
ReplyDeleteI love all the coordinated colours on each of these fun cards, Cat ... and that you took your Mom's inspiration for them ... such a lovely idea! Wishing you a joyful and blessed Christmas! Hugs, Anita :)
ReplyDeleteThese are lovely! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely tradition, Cat and a great memory of your mom! Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!!
ReplyDeletePretty cards, Cat, and a wonderful tribute to your mom! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteFunny story about your mom not putting tags on presents. Would you believe--I was the gift wrapper for the family including my own presents. My folks trusted I wouldn't look inside the boxes & I never did. Lost my dad 10 yrs ago on Christmas. Hard to believe it's been that long ago--still hear his voice & see his face in my mind's eye. Hope you had a lovely Christmas, my dear friend. Your cards for the "kids" are fun & festive--love them!
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful memories for you Cat and such contemporary and fabulous cards. Hope Christmas was wonderful too ? x.
ReplyDeleteNow that I have Christmas all taken care of I can do a little visiting. I'm off till the new year, too. I love the story that goes with your cute cards! That sounds like a good idea! I was never a peeker, either, because I didn't want to spoil the surprise, but my brother was another story. Will see you again soon, Cat. Happy new year!
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