Believe in the Magic of the Season
Hello folks! Yes, it’s that time of year when I think of making Christmas cards. This one had a lot of detail put into it. Each layer of paper was machine stitched. The horizontal band was run through the Cuttlebug and a scalloped edge was attached. White dots were added with a stylus dipped into acrylic paint. Finally, a poinsetta was added. I really wanted to add more to this card, but I couldn’t think of what to do because the card front seemed busy already. My problem is that I just never know when to stop. Do you have this problem?
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Stamp: Rubber Stampede; Designer Paper: DCWV Ultimate Christmas Stack; Poinsetta and leaf (unknown source as I threw out the packaging). Image was coloured with Prismacolor pencil crayons and OMS.
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May 24, 2009 - 07:05:43Beth, there is an amazing amount of detail. What a beautiful card! I’m kinda’ like you – when my son reaches the end of the school year, I start creating things for the holidays – something for the fall, usually, and then LOTS for Christmas.
I love your snowman card – there is a lot to look at but I wouldn’t call it “busy”. It is too nicely balanced.
Your card is perfect not to busy at all! Very well balanced! I do not start to think about Fall or Christmas right now- I need to enjoy the summer yet! LOL! Gorgeous card!
Brilliant card, beth! Love all the little details you put on this one! Can’t believe you are thinking of Christmas card already. I haven’t even stamped in an aweful long time.
Christmas cards in May, that is when I really should start on mine because I never get them done on time
. This is adorable, love the image and the dp you used.
I just love snowmen and this is sure a cute one!! Your card is so wonderful. I really like the way you have done the coloring and the white dots are a very nice touch.
You can never have too many sonwmen—-cards, quilts, wall hangings, or anything else. Xmas cards are year round for me. I never make two of the same. Keep posting your marvelous snowmen cards & you have a blogger friend forever! THANKS!!
I love the idea of the gift box for cardsand will try it. Not sure what bristol board is but I image itis a stronger cardstock. Hope allis well. Thanks for sharing your amazing pgotos and ideas.
Hgs,
Audrey
Oh Mz Beth this is adorable I love snowmen and today I wouldn’t mind having one visit gotten a little warm out there.
You are really getting a head start on your cards good for you.
What a beautiful card!!! I {{heart}} snowmen sooo much! Every Christmas season – my home is decorated in blue and white – with a touch of red and green, snowmen and snowflake themed!
Oh my!, I’m behind as it is – I must add Christmas cards to my list now
TFS :*)
Don’t be daft Beth, it’s perfect!!
Viv xxx
I think you added just the right amount to your card, Beth. It’s beautiful! I love that snowman. Good for you to be starting on your Christmas cards this early.
Awesome Christmas card, Beth!! I love that snowman! He is adorable. Love the pretty flowers that you added too! Stop by my Christmas challenge blog and play along! We’re making Christmas cards all year long! LOL!
Maria
Beth, I am having trouble with the posts in your blog. Your blog is added to my blogroll (sidebar) and there it shows the latest post as a tutorial (6*6 card box) but when I click the link, I can’t see it… the error message says ‘ Page not found’. I have been seeing this update since yesterday. Is it due to our time difference (I should be around 10-12 hours ahead)? Is it a scheduled post?
Your card is lovely, as always.
Hugs,
Smita
adorable – love the details! all that sewing – amazing! great snowman image too!
Your card is so cute Beth! Your sewing is fantastic and I love the layers and DP!
hugs
Risa:)
Beth love this little guy. Snowmen are favorites of mine and I will need to pull some of mine out soon. I just can’t do the sewing part.