This uses the Ornamental Pine stamp set from Stampin Up and the design is like quite a number that have appeared on Pinterest. This was one of those designs that actually takes quite a while as you have to let the ink dry properly between stages - the actual pine stamp, the ink shading and then the snow embossing. I stamped the snow using a stamp from the SU set Gorgeous Grunge. The cones are decoupaged. I added a few tiny gems for a little sparkle too.
Amazingly all my different card designs this year have fitted through the postal slot for thickness - result! All the more amazing as I have added gems and sequins.
I started to put a few decorations up last night as I have a visitor for the weekend. Quite a bit earlier than usual, but it has brightened the place and me up considerably. Photos to follow, but my mantelpiece is looking more like the pic in my blog header now.
I hope you are also getting some pleasure from your Christmas preparations and are finding time to stop and breathe some spicy scents and enjoy the experience!
Elaine x
A beautiful card Elaine, fabulous design. I pine cone stamp and the lovely snow effect.
ReplyDeleteI find small gems and pearls etc. usually go through the postal slot OK, it's when you have a ribbon with a knot or bow that they don't go through.
Jean x
Hi Elaine, your card is beautiful, I love the colour of the background and the splats. I've had my Christmas decorations up since Dec 1st, a little early this year, but I was in the mood. I enjoy the lights of the tree at night since it gets dark so early these days. Take care, Hugs, Shirleyxx
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ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful card! It looks so dimensional too. Wonderful and very festive. I too, have mailed 95% of my Christmas items. It really does feel good to get that far this early. I am usually much later! lol.
Hugs,
Terri
Hi Elaine, hope you are doing fine, it's been a while......love your card with the pinecones and greens ! beautiful design and the white texture looks like snow, xx Miranda
ReplyDeletelove this one Elaine, grunge stamp makes fab snow!
ReplyDeletelove this one Elaine, grunge stamp makes fab snow!
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