SSC246

I wanted to create a modern-ish Christmas card, so I used colors that popped and a clean and simple layout.

stamps:  papertrey ink

papers:  stampin’ up, papertrey ink

dies:  papertrey ink

embellishment:  sequin - every elle

SSC218

I'll be the first to admit that I struggle when it comes to creating masculine cards (and I'm sure I'm not the only one who does!) but I like the way this card came together . . .

 

 

 

 

stamps:  ink to paper
paper:  stampin' up, papertrey ink
dies:  ink to paper, papertrey ink

SSC209

I love these colors - I’m always drawn to high value contrasts . . . my sister-in-law loved the results!

 

stamps:  papertrey ink

papers:  stampin’ up, papertrey ink

dies:  papertrey ink

SSC187

 

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Not only has stamping been a creative outlet for me, it has also been a beautiful way to stay connected with the people I love.  I was blessed to reunite with a dear friend during the summer and I look forward to keeping in touch with her - a retired teacher (and her favorite color is red).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

stamps:  papertrey ink

papers:  jen hadfield, american crafts, stampin' up

dies:  papertrey ink

embellishments:  rhinestones - from my stash; white embossing powder

 

 

from my garden

for weeks, it has already looked and felt like spring here in northern california, and it's my favorite time of the year!

stamps:  papertrey ink
papers:  stampin' up, pebbles
dies:  papertrey ink
embellishments:  button - papertrey ink; baker's twine - pebbles in my pocket; paperclip - office depot

thank you for helping . . .

 

 

a very appreciative "thank you" to my brother for driving half way across the continent to help . . .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

stamps:  papertrey ink

papers:  stampin' up

dies:  my favorite things, papertrey ink

embellishment:  twine - hemptique

 

chicken soup

sending a little chicken soup . . .

 

 

 

stamps:  papertrey ink
papers:  stampin' up, papertrey ink
dies:  papertrey ink