Tuesday, December 23, 2014

Signing off for the week!



I'm signing off of the blog for the rest of the week.  We'll be seeing both sides of the family, and spending lots of time relaxing and testing out Christmas loot.

I thought this card was appropriate for this time of year.  I always have lots of big plans for the holidays.  Invariably there are things that fall through the cracks, and don't get done.  Kids (or really anyone) might not react/behave in that magical manner they are supposed to at Christmastime, so if you're feeling a little on edge today because stuff is not getting done, this card is for you.

It's one of my favorite Verve Plain Janes, and I used a two step stencil by Julie Balzer from The Crafter's Workshop.  The solid image was blended in with a couple ink colors and then I used Dreamweaver's Gold Paste on the outline portion.



Have a wonderful Christmas, and remember to give yourself some grace this season....it is after all the crux of the holiday isn't it?

Supplies Used
Paper/Cardstock:  Strathmore - Mixed Media Paper, PTI - True Black Cardstock;
Stamps:  Verve - Grace Plain Jane
Ink:  Versafine; CTMH - Gypsy; Hero Arts - Raspberry Jam Shadow Ink
Other:  The Crafter's Workshop - 4 Feathers 6x6 stencil; Dreamweaver's - Wendy Vecchi Metallic Gold Embossing Paste; AC - Foam Adhesive

22 comments:

  1. A very Merry Christmas to your family! We definitely have less than magical moments around here during the holidays but we smile, laugh and carry on. :) I adore the gold paste outline in your card- so pretty!

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  2. I hope you have a wonderful holiday!! This card is awesome, I love love love the feather! The gold embossing paste is so cool!!

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  3. WOW your amazing.. this is gorgeous.. I love it..
    Merry Christmas.

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  4. Love the texture and the pretty colour combo! Happy Holidays!

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  5. Such a beautiful card! There are usually a few dramatic moments during the holidays for every family. Somehow we all make it through. Merry Christmas to you!

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  6. Just stunning! Merry Christmas!

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  7. Stunning feather Miriam...and those colors are so beautiful together. Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas!

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  8. absolutely gorgeous Miriam....Happy Holidays!

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  9. What an amazing effect with the gold and blended colors. A beautiful reminder of the gift of grace, thank you!

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  10. This is *SO* gorgeous, Miriam! WOW. Stunning mix of colours and textures. Love your use of the stencils! Merry Christmas to you and your family!!

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  11. What a beautiful card. I hope you are enjoying your week.

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  12. Fantastic card Miriam and so appropriate indeed, it's lik eyou read through my mind!
    Enjoy that special time!
    Hugs~

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  13. Lovely texture and color...so pretty! A wonderful message of grace! Everything came together well for our Christmas get-together and meal. Unfortunately, I now have bronchitis. I want to get all the Christmas things put away, but in due time. Thanks so much for the wonderful message! Take care and enjoy the holidays! May you and family be blessed with a happy healthy New Year!:-)

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  14. Wow this is so gorgeous and inspiring! LOVE the gold embossing paste!! Hoping you had a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays/New Year!

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  15. So BEAUTIFUL ans such a fantastic design!!! Love it!!! Wishing you a very Happy New Year Miriam ! Hugs, Karin

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  16. What a gorgeous card--- LOVE the feather and gold!!! LOVE the colors used and the simple design-- yet it has so much detail! LOVE LOVE LOVE it all, Miriam <3

    THANKS so much for stopping by my blog and leaving love--- your love, support, and comments mean so much to me <3 HUGS!

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  17. Wow! This is stunning! I need that stencil! Thanks for the inspiration! :)

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  18. So pretty!! Love the texture from the paste and the yummy colors underneath!

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  19. Absolutely stunning card, Miriam. Just love it.

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  20. Wow! So striking, and absolutely gorgeous!

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