You may have noticed I haven't been around much? I've been
stay-cationing with my husband, which included shutting down, and tuning out blogging, social media, and crafting! But I have enjoyed seeing the wonderful cards you have all made - from the sidelines! Here is a little something I got done before shutting down!
It's time to remind you that there is still time to enter
The Flower Challenge #58 - Add spots, or Stripes!
I found the perfect bloom to wear the spots today - complete with a few stripes
of its own design!
Because it's nearly six months 'til Christmas, another card for my stash!
Yes, it's one of my favorite tropical Christmas blooms again...
the line design of this Altenew Modern Poinsettia combo provided the stripes I was
looking for - but those dots? All mine, added with two shades of
pinkish red for my spots!
Have you played along? You know you can play again, right? But be sure to read the rules about how many times, okay? I don't want to be the one to lead you astray! Find our link, and rules here!
=] Michele
Hey! Since this card features a Poinsettia, I'm sending it over to Linda, our host at
I have missed you, but I have been neglectful of popping around to visit people too! I am glad you're enjoying your stay-cation! AND this is just gorgeous! Love that big bold poinsettia as well as that beautiful sentiment! The font is yummy! Stay cool!
ReplyDeleteWhat a striking card and I like how you added those fun dots Michele x. The hint of the green is perfect and so is that sentiment x. I hope you are having a peaceful and lovely time at home with DH and making those memories? x.
ReplyDeleteHope you and your mate are having a wonderful staycation. Sorry to interrupt but this awesome card deserved a comment. Glad you chose the dot option...and, what dots you made. Have to congratulate you on your technique, those dots are perfect.
ReplyDeleteOh, I really like your card! Have a great vacation wherever you are!!
ReplyDeleteMichele, love your unique poinsettia. So pretty. Thanks for joining us at CAS Christmas.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card! And time off is important….even for a fun hobby!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea adding the spots to the lined poinsettia. Fabulous and beautiful...enjoy your staycation.
ReplyDeleteOh, I like this! Beautifully CAS. I think we'll be doing a stay-cation too and I'm perfectly okay with that! Enjoy your time with your guy. Are the fish biting?
ReplyDeletegorgeous poinsettia, love the look with simple pinkish red outline :) thanks for joining us at CAS Christmas.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous poinsettia, Michele! I love how you added the spots and the fabulous font on your sentiment! Thanks so much for playing along with us at CAS Christmas...We always enjoy seeing your beautiful cards in our gallery, my friend!
ReplyDeleteSo unique and pretty, Michele. Thanks for sharing. Hope you have been having a fabulous staycation! Hugs!
ReplyDeletePerfectly placed dots, Michele. What a great way to use the challenge theme. I love the font on that sentiment.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and creative design with your dotty poinsettia Michele!! Hope you are enjoying your stay-cation! xx
ReplyDeleteSuper duper cute Michele, gotta love those dotty striped leaves, they fit the challenge to perfection!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful poinsettia, it's easy to see why you love it, and your card is a stunner
ReplyDeleteYou enjoy your stay-cation! Beautiful card and I love the scripty sentiment.
ReplyDeleteThe already there stripes and the added pretty dots make this Poinsettia absolutely BEAUTIFUL Michele!! Love that scripty sentiment and the green gems too...lovely, lovely card my friend!! Hugs. :0)
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you enjoyed your staycation with hubby Michele! Always good to unplug for a while and just enjoy life around you. Love your card! This beautiful poinsettia bloom has it's own built in stripes for sure, but I love that you added the spots. I thought they were built into the stamp. But then read that you placed them on! Love the beautiful font on the sentiment. A beautiful set, a beautiful card and another one for the stash! Hugs, Brenda
ReplyDeleteVery sweet and pretty Poinsettia, love the added dots, perfectly placed, what patience, my dear.
ReplyDeleteLove the sentiment too, you have a beautiful Holiday card to add to your stash, well done.
Stay healthy and safe.
XO
Isn't it nice to shut down for a few days? Just don't take too long. Your poinsettia is gorgeous with it's spots and stripes! Beautiful color and sentiment! Thanks so much for the beautiful birthday card! Love those tulips!
ReplyDeleteOh this is so pretty!!!! I'd have to leave home to shut down, sad to say. Good for you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect CAS card, I totally agree with the sentiment and love the little pop of green. Enjoy your holiday xx
ReplyDeleteMichele, I'm glad to hear that you've been enjoying your stay-cation with Tom! Stay-cation is one of my favorite ways to spend my vacation!
ReplyDeleteYour poinsettia is so pretty! Love how you added spots to the flower! The green gems are wonderful finishing touches!
Hideko xx
So pretty and also clever to create for the striped challenge.This must be the only Altenew poinsettia that I don't own.
ReplyDeleteStaycations are wonderful!!! None of the stress of a travel vacation and so utterly relaxing! I do love your card - the flower is fabulous and deserves the full attention your card gave it!
ReplyDeleteYou are so creative and clever, Michele! You got both stripes and spots on your poinsettia!!! What a pretty CAS Christmas card!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this. You certainly have a way with poinsettias... Love the touch of the green pearls. Fabulous.
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