I took the plunge and cut into my beautiful Basic Grey Curio papers. There are some papers that are so pretty that it actually hurts a little when you cut them. I find it hilarious and terribly ironic that we all buy paper to use on cards or layouts but have the hardest time actually using it. The same could be said for this photo. I had a hard time using this photo.. Here's my journalling:

I used a couple of new Technique Tuesday stamps on the layout.. Can you spot them? 

The background stamp (diamond shapes) is called Harlequin Harmony, and the sentiment is from a set designed by Ali Edwards called Love Always Wins. 

Other elements used: Rose trim by Making Memories, die cuts from Silhouette, Tattered Angels Mist, manilla tag.