May Around The Web

Hello, friends. In lieu of my usual links around the web I felt compelled to share some resources for learning, donating, and shopping to support #BlackLivesMatter. I know I personally can do better and hope to become a more effective ally and learn from the unfolding current events.

• George Floyd Illustration by Nikkolas Smith

• Anti-Racism Resources for White People

• Black Owned Businesses in Kansas City

• 10 Kansas City Organizations That Support and Empower Black Communities

• Books I’m reading/have purchased to read: White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism, and How to Be an Anti-Racist

#BlackLivesMatter

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Hallmark Mahogany Grad Card

For those in your life graduating this year, this card printed beautifully! Sometimes the process really brings the artwork to life and I loved seeing my lettering and illustration featured on this Hallmark Mahogany card.

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Peony Season!

Peony season is in full bloom in my backyard and I’m soaking up every second. I have bouquets all over the house and have given a few to friends, too. Enjoy!

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Make with Hallmark At Home!

Hello, friends! I’m excited to share my Make with Hallmark at Home video with you where I show you three fun ways to decorate envelopes and I send some mail to a few people in my life working hard to care for others. I hope it inspires you to send some mail to those you love!

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Have a minute to send some cards to someone you're thinking about? Hallmark Artist @alexandra.violet is sharing three creative ways to decorate envelopes. Let your friends and family know how much they matter and send some happiness out into the world! 💌

A post shared by Think.Make.Share Blog (@think.make.share) on May 4, 2020 at 5:54am PDT

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Spring Trio

It’s supposed to be a rainy week so here’s a photo of a sunnier day when I had this trio of Spring blooms sitting in my kitchen. I’m still working from home for the foreseeable future so I’m pretty excited when I can have some fresh flowers inside the house! This iris came from my parents yard but we recently planted some a neighbor was giving away so hopefully by next Spring we will have some blooming iris of our own. Enjoy!

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Strong Women

Happy Mother’s Day! I can’t wait to celebrate my mom and I hope you all get to spend some time safely or virtually with the moms in your life today. This last card I’m sharing is one of my favorites because I got to collaborate with my friend Lauren Hale and I love the message, too.

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