Sunday, November 17, 2024

It's that [most wonderful] time of year!

It's not a record-breaking performance, but I've written the sentiments, signed and stuffed 195 one-of-a-kind Christmas cards for Bring Smiles to Seniors!  Yay!

2024 will be extra special as this year, I'm hand-delivering these to two assisted living centers in my very own community - if only I could be present when each one is opened! 

Now, I have plenty of time to get those holiday cards I send to family and friends ready for the post!  

A few weeks ago, I shared a new stencil from Alex Syberia but haven't shared the die set I added to my stash: Whimsy Blooms Bouquet!  Here are the first cards made using this fun set - two styled as Mistletoe:


I only wish I owned that SU! Dashing Designs embossing folder - but I know just where to
go to make a few more as needed - Thanks, Marcia!


The debossed detail on this card base is using ASD's Mermaid's Melody
cover plate on PTI Scarlet cardstock.


I'm sure you will all 'get it' when I tell you the final push to 
buy this set was that gorgeous bow.
Okay, the blooms are darling - yes, whimsical - too!
The 'dots' are another cover plate from ASD: Tiny Dots.

Speaking of Mistletoe - one more... Marcia brought me the sweetest little PB set for my birthday!  Thanks tons my sweet friend! [btw I now have the die, too!]


I found this embossed C&9th Juniper panel in my stash -
let's just say it steered my coloring today.


That PB Classy Frame has really had a workout - I love it!

I'll be back soon - until then, stay crafty my friends!
Michele

1 comment:

HilaryJane said...

195 cards, very well done. That deserves to be celebrated, and still you are making stunning one of a kind Christmas cards. These are all great. Yes, that is a pretty special embossing folder. Lucky you to have a friend like Marcia xx