Country Christmas Cardinal

Have you noticed how many companies have cardinals in their new Christmas release sets?  There are several really beautiful images but I still love the one in the retired Stampin’ Up! set Christmas Cardinal.  The Splitcoaststampers Sketch Challenge had an oval shape in the layout and inspired me to pull my cardinal out and use …

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Sending Warm Winter Wishes

The Splitcoaststampers Tuesday Color Challenge was fun with soft colors.  The challenge was to use Blushing Bride, Baja Breeze and Cookie Crumb.  Since I don’t have some of the new Stampin’ Up! colors I used a soft pink Prism cardstock, Baja Breeze and Kraft.  I couldn’t resist trying a snowman scene with these pretty colors …

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Gingham and Evergreen Wreath and Snow Cuddles

I don’t usually try clean and simple card designs as I usually get too busy adding scenery or other stuff. I checked the Monday CAS challenge while I was on my lunch break and knew I had to play as soon as I got home.  The challenge was to use either gingham or checks. I …

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Polar Present, Nature Inspired and Fun Holiday Cards

I had so much fun stamping this past week and weekend.  I wanted to share my projects with you.  It is my turn to do the Stampavie blog post today so I am starting off with Laurence Design Polar Present. These two have the cutest expressions on their faces. I love nature inspired holiday cards.  …

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Christmas Cards for Adopt-a-Family Holiday

For years I have kept a basket full of cards for sale on the patient check out counter at the medical practice where I work. The money raised each year is donated to the adopt-a-family event sponsored by my company to serve many families in need. It is exciting to see the card purchases pick …

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