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Sparkles Christmas Challenge this month is Santa....and guess who chose this theme? It was me. I've had this Santa graphic for a long time. It is on one of the first graphic cd's I purchased and I've used it on tags, but never on a card. This card is a quick and easy one....I did a few things I've not done in quite some time. First I printed the graphic on photo paper. I normally use matt paper, but this time I wanted him to pop....so glossy accomplished that goal. Then I embossed the card stock and I liked how it looked, but it needed something just a bit more. So I used metallic rub ons. I've had them forever, so I can't really say what kind they are. I like the look. The embossing folder is Cuttlebug - Holly Ribbons and the sentiment is PoppyStamp - Merry Christmas. I layered gold behind the embossed and the graphic piece. This card is a quarter fold 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 inch. It may require extra postage because of the layers. I guess that depends on where you are mailing from.
I hope you find time to play along with this challenge. It's a great way to get one more Christmas card finished and be inspired by those who are posting their creations.
Well, that's it for me....My hubby and I are painting the family room / den and I best get back at it. I am absolutely amazed that 2 months ago I could barely walk. I had knee surgery (meniscus repair) and I am up and down ladders and going full steam. Because of this, we are also painting our studio/craft room/classroom and replacing the flooring. As you can imagine, my house is in total disaray and finding anything is a test of patience. We hope to be up to playing again by July 1st. I can't wait, it seems it's been ages since my friends and I have come to crop.
Until next time....I hope you find time to create. Hugs from my world to yours.
Mary Mac
AKA: Glitter Grammy
Hi Mary, wow I am loving your beautiful creation. Fab choice of theme too for us to follow. I am so glad you are doing so well after your knee surgery. Don't be working too hard painting.... busy lady.hugs xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card Mary .........you sound so busy l haven't stopped since l move house and about to get my bathroom re-vamped so more mess but so looking forward to having a new one take care sending lots of love x
ReplyDeleteHi, Mary! First of all, your card is so pretty... just stunning! Secondly, you chose a great theme. Isn't it fun to see all the different Santas on the DT cards?!
ReplyDeleteYour card is beautiful Mary, I love the metallic look on the embossing. Thank you for picking Santas, it gave me a chance to use a stamp that hadn't been inked before x
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