if only...

yes, if only everyday would be as calm and peaceful as the still waters of halong bay, vietnam. to be honest, at first i was abit skeptical about going there but was really happy that DH finally convinced me. I loved it!!! spending christmas night on the boat there, was one of the most peaceful experience ever (and a much needed one, since awhile now).



For this layout, I used Sassafras - Count Me In collection and the matching embellishment stickers (always love these and are perfect for layering). Also got out the friskars cloud punches for some action and finally tried out the Sew Easy Tool from We R Memory Keepers (love love love love - and its super easy to control where you want the holes to be punched!!!).



And also trying out another new stamp set from Studio Calico - what can I say, I have a major soft spot for their stamps... wouldn't you?



Also added some rub-ons stars from Studio Calico... and check out those details on the pattern paper... love it!


materials used include:
cardstock: american crafts; pattern paper and sticker embellishments/alphas: sassafras; rub-ons and stamp: studio calico; envelop and leaf pins: maya road; punch: EK success; stitching tool: sew easy

thanks for stopping by everyone!!!