Monday, October 26, 2015

Second Helpings for Freshly Made Sketches #209 - and one for Muse ChristmasVisions!

I had another little chance to create a second FMS209 card using this sketch from Jennifer:


A shaker, at that!
 
 
I used another of those gorgeous acetate journaling cards, a die-cut tree window - lined again with vellum, and a gold-embossed JOY [a little one left from the stash I received from Jacquie last year!!!].
 
Here is another shot which might show the window ... by my window!!
 
 
This shaker card inspired another much easier version for Muse Christmas Visions #25 - okay ... it is a stretch to compare mine with this beauty from Betty:
 
 
 
But this time, I found a much easier method for the shaker - I poured a few of the beads into a clear plastic sleeve, stapled it shut and adhered it to the back of my die cut word ... it may just be easier to show you:
 
Inspired by Betty's word, her holly, and the clapper from the bells!
 
 
Both cards brought me joy!  Your visits bring me joy daily!
 
=]  Michele
 

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23 comments:

  1. ArdythOctober 26, 2015 at 12:08 PM

    Beautiful, classic, elegant and wonderful! And shake-y to boot! Love these! Thanks for joining us at MCV this week, Michele!

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  2. Barb GhigOctober 26, 2015 at 1:25 PM

    You have been a busy girl, my friend! I love both of your shaker cards! So elegant and festive, and just plain gorgeous!!!

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  3. Lisa EltonOctober 26, 2015 at 2:48 PM

    Oh good grief, could these be any more FABULOUS!!! Love that polka dotty tree too!!

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  4. Anita in FranceOctober 26, 2015 at 4:43 PM

    There you go with one of my fave words again, Michele ... can I just say ... Oh JOY! Your shakers are both spectacular ... and simply splendid! Hugs, Anita :)

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  5. Nora NollOctober 26, 2015 at 7:18 PM

    Love, love, love!! These shaker cards are so clever!! I think the second one is my favorite, though!!

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  6. KaraOctober 26, 2015 at 7:56 PM

    What a cool card! That tree is awesome!

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  7. TKOctober 26, 2015 at 8:12 PM

    Beautiful! I just adore all three!!!

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  8. Betty WrightOctober 26, 2015 at 8:25 PM

    I love both of these shakers! Fantastic designs! Wonderful Christmas card! Thanks for playing along at Muse Christmas Vision!

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  9. Amy OOctober 26, 2015 at 10:12 PM

    These are so fun! I love how clean they are, and I love how you used little beads in them. Thanks for joining us at Freshly Made Sketches this week!

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  10. Jen TimkoOctober 26, 2015 at 11:20 PM

    What wonderful projects! And that shaker is really amazing! Glad you joined us this week at FMS!

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  11. Leigh PennerOctober 26, 2015 at 11:40 PM

    These are all fabulous!

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  12. Jenni's JemsOctober 27, 2015 at 2:38 AM

    Simply fabulous and elegant ,brilliant take on the challenges and a sure fire winner Michele love love that muse card!!!x

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  13. Kristie GouletOctober 27, 2015 at 8:42 AM

    These are both just awesomesauce!!!! LOVE!!!

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  14. Valentyna KomisarenkoOctober 27, 2015 at 10:53 AM

    Stunning cards, Michele! The second one stole my heart :)

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  15. SharronOctober 27, 2015 at 2:14 PM

    Both are wonderful but I am in LOVE with your tree card. Adore the polka dots and the fabulous way you did the sentiment!

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  16. Cat CraigOctober 28, 2015 at 12:13 AM

    These are fabulous Michele, so cheery and bright.

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  17. BobbyOctober 28, 2015 at 10:20 AM

    Look at you - making shaker cards. They are fabulous, Michele. A clear plastic sleeve sounds like an easy way to go but the acetate journaling card is fantastic. I'm still trying to figure out how to use mine since the edge is so narrow.

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  18. AnonymousOctober 28, 2015 at 11:32 AM

    Both cards are so neat! I love the double window with the tree cut out in the back. What a great look! The idea of the clear bag for a shaker is a nice tip, too! Shaker cards are so much fun! Sue (suen)

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  19. JoyceOctober 28, 2015 at 5:37 PM

    Two amazing shaker cards--and you have made them elegant as well as fun.

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  20. MarilynOctober 28, 2015 at 8:27 PM

    Your cards are so stunning.

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  21. Marika October 29, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    Fabulous!

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  22. Taunya ButlerOctober 29, 2015 at 6:15 PM

    Completely JOYOUS and BEAUTIFUL cards - so very lovely!!! You WOWed me!!!

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  23. cmNovember 16, 2015 at 10:13 PM

    OH JOY is right, my friend! Classy and gorgeous, that first card; the shaker elements adds WOW to the impact. Your second: another joyous gem! Smart you with the stapled-on-shaker bag!
    hugs~c

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