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April 2026 Monthly Mood Board Challenge

Timeless Classics

There are many timeless classic themes and trends we can look at today. I want to focus on one and then shift the perspective to the timeless classic themes in cardmaking. Especially, those of Not 2 Shabby.


First up, let's define a timeless classic: It is  a piece of art, literature, fashion, or design that retains its value, relevance, and popularity across generations, never feeling outdated. 

A Timeless Classic has these characteristics:

1. Universal Appeal: It resonates with people of all ages, cultures, and eras.

2. Enduring Quality: It remains as high a quality and relevant today as when it was created.

3. Transcends Trends: Unlike fads, it never goes out of style, ex. white dress shirt for men, little black dress for women, etc. 

4. High Standard: It often serves as a benchmark for excellence in its particular genre. 


So, our first look outside of the card making industry is going to be: Books and Movies...There is a reason books as well as their movie adaptations have been around for generations. Some that come to mind are: Gone with the Wind, The Godfather, Robin Hood, The Wizard of Oz, Cinderella...I could go on and on. 

Now, Let's get to the whole reason we come to this blog and this wonderful company, to purchase, get inspiration from, and treasure the timeless classics that Not 2 Shabby has to share with us month after month.

For the month of April 2026, I am going to focus on the timeless classic theme in cardmaking of bees. We have used this theme almost every single year since I have been assisting Jamie with the Monthly Subscriptions. It amazes me how each and every time we do this theme we can bring a different aesthetic to the table. This time it is soft and sweet. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have enjoyed creating with it so far.

Lots of Hugs and I will "see" you next month with another great theme,

Teresa

A Tri-Fold Sweet Card

Front of Card

I had so much fun creating this card. I am sure this is a design that is a classic and has been used by many cardmakers, although I did not seek it out by searching, the design came to me while I was trying to get to sleep one evening. 

Back of the front and the right side that closes over the message area.

This design was able to provide many lovely spots to showcase the wonderful ephemera and beautiful pattern papers.

Message area and back of right side

I know I will be making several more cards like this...honestly, I cannot remember a time I have had so much fun making a card. 


*Products Used: Box of the Month or Honey Bee Garden Paper Pad & Honey Cottage Ephemera OUR WINNER IS MARCIA H. CONGRATS! PLEASE EMAIL ME TO CLAIM YOUR PRIZE.

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