Holy Land Experience Layout

I've been meaning to play along with the 5th Week Challenge on Splitcoast Stampers and finally got my act together to do so! This challenge is posted whenever there is a fifth week (M-F) in the month, and the December one combined a sketch, a Variety Challenge, and a twist (use a stamped image). I had to put my thinking cap to get all three in one layout, but I managed it! I cut the title using my Cricut and two photos. I had never cut photos on my Cricut before, and I was surprised how easy it was - no slipping or ragged edges.

Recipe:
Bethlehem stamp set
Pemberly Level 2 papers
Slate cardstock
Slate & Black ink
White gel pen (Sakura)
Gold metallic marker
Durable Square Studs - Antiqued Gold
Cricut Artiste cartridge: title
Pattern: SCS Sketch 200

Evensong Christmas Cards

After a crazy weekend of crafting (amid other activites), I finally have all my Christmas cards made and mailed. My only problem? I forgot to take a picture of the card I send out to most of my friends this year, so you'll just have to take my word for it that it was cute! I also used all the cards I created in my Jingle workshop, plus I needed some more, so I duplicated the Jingle workshop using Evensong papers. These I did remember to photograph, so here they are. I didn't do all the cards from the Jingle workshop because I didn't need that many, but here are the ones I did complete. I used all the same stamps and embellishments, but matched the ink colors to the paper pack. I know it's too late to inspire anyone this year (because you've all created and sent out your cards, right?), but maybe it will get you going for next year.

Jingle Christmas Card Workshop

I just finished designing the cards for my Christmas workshop for next Saturday. Yay! We're going to be doing 20 cards, two each of ten designs. Each card features a white base, Creme Brulee cardstock, and papers from the Jingle Level 2 paper pack. Although the cards are simple, I tried to have something special on each one: Liquid Glass, ric-rac, embroidery floss, Prisma Glitter, etc. I'm really looking forward to this event. I'll let you know how it turns out!





Recipe:
December Word Puzzle, Jingle Borders, Just for the Holidays, Shining Star, Bethlehem, Say It In Style, Good Times stamp set
Jingle Level 2 paper pack
Creme Brulee & White Daisy cardstock
Juniper, Creme Brulee, Tulip, Olive & Blush ink
Creme Brulee, Tulip, Olive, Blush & Black markers
Liquid Glass
Round sparkles
Foam Squares
Circle window charms
White Daisy ric-rac
White Daisy embroidery floss
Prisma Glitter
Scallop border punch (Fiskars)