Cath Edvalson
It’s Go-to Gal Kim Kesti‘s birthday today!
Kim has been a part of the Paper Crafts family nearly as long as I have, and I’ll tell you what–not only is she a stellar paper crafter, but my-oh-my does that girl have an eye for trends!
She’s a loving mama.
A funky quilter.
A fantastic scrapbooker.
And a great friend.
Happy birthday, Kimmers!
So, I thought it only fitting that I throw a little online party in celebration of her big day–and bonus for you, this party is filled with all kinds of inspiration.
If you know anything about Kim, you know that she loves bold color, especially when it’s paired with the clean & graphic style. Here’s some cards I found in the blogosphere, specifically with Kim–and her birthday–in mind.
Check it:
Even though fellow Go-to Gal Teri Anderson didn’t make this card specifically for Kim, I know she feels this way about her–as do I:
Since Kim has such an eye for the trendy, this card featuring hexagons by Valerie Mangan is right up Kim’s alley:
I just know Kim would love the bright colors and the extraordinary use of white space in this card by Cristina Kowalczyk:
This card by Chan Vuong is all about the bold and colorful use of typography, something I know is near and dear to Kim’s heart:
This card by Go-to Gal Julie Campbell has incorporated all kinds of trendy elements for a more layered, graphic effect:
Primary colors (some of Kim’s favies) abound in this fun card by Julie Ebersole:
I just know that Kim would love the funky earthy tones that Lorena Canto has incorporated in this white-space joy of a card:
Kimberly Crawford‘s got the hip and styling globe and paper airplane goin’ on in this fun and graphic card:
…and this card by Karen Baker has got trendy banners, funky stitching, textured white space, and eclectic type treatments to give it some kapow:
…and last but certainly not least, this little number by fellow clean-and-graphic lover Courtney Kelley is sure to put a smile on all of our faces:
Join me in wishing Kim the happiest of birthdays, one that is filled with her kind of style!
Happy birthday to one stylin’ chica,
Cath
P.S. It’s time to announce the winner of Renae’s Falling for Fall Decor post!
Dina South (Sept. 6, 3:55 p.m.)
Congrats, Dina! Kelly will be contacting you shortly to discuss your prizes and get your mailing address. Thanks to all who left comments!
Happy Birthday Kim – your work is a constant inspiration to me!! Hope you have a great day
Happy birthday Kim! I think these cards should certainly brighten your day. Have a good one!
Happy happy birthday, Kim! What great cards that your friends created for you. . .crafters are the best kind of friends
Enjoy your day 
Happy birthday Kim. I’m so blessed by your style, talents and your expert mothering of your family. Thanks for sharing.
Happy Birthday Kim!!!
- April W
Happy Happy Birthday Kim…have a wonderful day and eat LOTS OF CAKE…
awesome cards…so so sweet
Happiest of birthdays today, Kim!!!! HUGS!!!
Hoping you have a happy birthday!
Happy Birthday Kimmers!! Hope it’s as fabulous as you are
Happy Birthday Kim!
Happy birthday Kim! Love all the card examples, may have to “lift” a few of those designs.
Happy Birthday Kim! Enjoy the cake.
Happy Birthday Kim!! You are an inspirations to us all!!
Happy Birthday Kim….
Happy Birthday Kim! (It’s my birthday today too!!)
Happy Birthday Kim!!! All of these cards do remind of your style…and I love it!!
Happy birthday Kim!
Happy Birthday, Kim! Hope it is the best one yet! Have a wonderful Thursday.
Happy Birthday Kim
Have a great day on your birthday Kim!
WOW! I so love all the wonderful colors. Bright and bold is a very cheerful touch. Happy Birthday to Kim! May the rainbow of colors shine on you today.
Happy happiest day, Kim!!!!!!!
Happy Birthday, Kim!!!
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Happiest of birthdays, Kim! Have always enjoyed your wonderful designs in PC over the years! Hope your day is wondermous!
Happy Birthday Kim!!! Have a blessed one.
Birthday wishes to you, Kim!
Happy birthday to you Kim, hope your day is magical! The chosen celebration cards are beautiful!
Happy Birthday!
These are simply wonderful ideas! Happy Birthday Kim!
Happy, happy birthday Kim! I hope you have a fantastic day!
Happy Birthday Kim! I wish you a day filled with lots of joy. Thank you for all the talent you share with us!
Happy birthday to KIM!!!! Hope you enjoy your special day and CELEBRATE YOU!!! Psalm 118:24
Happy Birthday Kim!
Happy birthday, Kim!!
Happy birthday KIm! May you get all the new toys and tools and goodies your heart can hold!!
Happy Birthday, Kim! Have a fabulous day!
Happy birthday Kim! What a party all just for you!
Happy Birthday Kim!!! Have one of those best days ever!
Happy Birthday to our Go – to – Gal KIM – Wishing you many more creative years….
Happy Birthday Kim!!! Make it a great one!!!
Hope your Birthday is Happy & Blessed.
Happy Birthday Kim!
Woo hoo, fabulous cards to celebrate a very talented gal!!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY KIM!! =) I hope your day is filled with fun!!
(Sniff, sniff). You guys are too much. THANKS so much for all the sweet comments. You have really helped make my day so very special.
Great crafting and a birthday= great times. Happy Birthday.
Hope you have the most fabulous birthday!