The start of September represents the end of a great summer and back to school for many – the transition to cooler weather.

In the United States, our summers end with one last festive holiday at the beginning of September – Labor Day.  Labor Day is a wonderful day to relax with the family, have a picnic, watch a parade, or just enjoy time off from work.

I used the collection from  Maja Design called, Denim & Friends  paired with a die from Spellbinders to celebrate Labor Day with some cards that resemble old fashioned  “flag buntings” in my opinion.  I love how a magnificent collection from Sweden can help me celebrate Americana.

 These are the particular papers I selected for this card. 

Stars & Stripes (A & B sides) – shown on the top row

 Stonewashed

 Paisley

Here is the second card using the same papers.  I added a bit of red cardstock behind the Spellbinders die for a bold pop of color.

 Thanks for your time today.  I value your visit.

Maja Design Denim & Friends Collection: Stars & Stripes (A & B sides), Stonewashed, Paisley
Spellbinders Shapeabilities – Venise Lace – Bella Clair Border by Becca Feeken S4-790
Petaloo by Floracraft flowers – Darjeeling collection – Teastained Dahlias in Cream