Let's kick off the week with a fresh Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge (MOJO213 by Julee Tilman.
I choose a 4 x 4 square card and incorporated the colorful, "retro" Christmas tree bulbs created with the Stocking Accents Originals Die (Holiday Mini Catalog, 124099). I used the same adorable die (the Christmas tree design) on this previous project with the wine bottle tags!
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If you are a texture maven like me, you'll love the effect the Snow Burst embossing folder added to the tree bulbs and large circle. - I recropped the bulbs with just a touch of Silver Glimmer Paper at the top for added sparkle.
- Itty bitty bits of Mini Glue dots keep the silver cord (retired) in place.
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Stamp Set: Contempo Christmas (W118734, C120594)
Paper: Regals Patterns Designer Series Paper Stack (117154), 2011-2013 In Color Patterns Designer Series Paper Stack (122384), More Mustard (100946), Lucky Limeade (122926), Cherry Cobbler (119685), Very Vanilla (101650), Silver Glimmer Paper (Holiday Mini Catalog, 124005)
Ink: Cherry Cobbler (119669)
Cool Tools: Extra Large Oval Punch (119859), Blossom Bouquet Triple Layer Punch (122464), Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine (113439), Stocking Accents Originals Die (Holiday Mini Catalog, 124099), Snow Burst Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (Holiday Mini Catalog, 124096), Circle Scissor Plus (112520), Circle Scissor Plus Glass Mat (112531), Paper Piercing Tool (116631)
The Perfect Touch: Antique Brads (117273), Silver Cord (retired), Mini Glue Dots (103683), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)
Envelope: 2011-2013 In Color Patterns Designer Series Paper Stack (1222384), 3/16" Corner Punch (119871), Simply Scored Scoring Tool (122334)
Wow! Love your crisp colors and all the fab embossing!
Mackie
This card looks really great! I love the bold colours and the texture 🙂
Mary you did it again . . .two great cards very well done. Thanks, Elvy : – )
I love all the embossing! I would never think to do so much embossing on one card but it really works here. Thanks for sharing, I think I might have to pin this to my ‘card inspiration board on pinterest! 🙂
Kristina
http://www.pearlgateway.com
Beautiful card Mary! Thanks for sharing so I can copy! 🙂
LOVE this, Mary!
Love your textured light bulbs. Very nice card.
Simply gorgeous!!!
Hi Mary – Happy Halloween. I love everything about this card. Your colors and especially the texture on the ornaments — amazing. I almost bought a an ornament die from another company until I saw this card today and realized SU has this in the Stocking Accessories!!! Gotta have it soon!
Oh WOW – that is just beautiful – thank you for sharing ! I LOVE the colors – you always amaze me….
Just love your creativity – great card! Thanks for sharing…
Fun card and thanks for reminding that the extra pieces to the fabulous stocking die will create the lights…TFS!
I love this card! Did you punch the silver glimmer paper or just hand cut the top of the bulbs?
I love, love, love this card Mary!! I had no intention of buying the Stocking Accents die until I saw this. Now it’s on the order I’m putting in today.
I love the texture and color combination too. Thanks for the inspiration … again!
Very Cute! Love the little light bulbs!
Nice card: love all the texture and the colors are beautiful. I’m looking forward to your next video class because I just found out I’ll be having a new grandchild next June! Can’t wait to get started on all the announcements, thank you’s, etc.
Awesome Card!
Mary I just love checking out your blog every day. You have the best ideas and such gorgeous cards. This Christmas card is just darling!
This is absolutely fabulous, Mary! Love the texture and the shimmery silver on the bulbs.
Hi Rhonda: I got the word about the extension from SU early this a.m. and am trying my best to get everything updated. It’s such great news (and an amazing offer). However, the extension was a total surprise! Hugs, M
The Big Shot deal has been extended to November 11th!
Your card is gorgeous.
I love both cards and yes, I’m now thinking of getting the one die. LOL You did it again. Thanks!
What a fabulous card – love the texture!
Great card. Love the Christmas lights and the texture.
You always have great inspiring ideas!
Great card. Love the Christmas bulbs. Very clever.
Hugs, Judy
Mary, I love your Christmas lights card – how cute! The colors are great and the texture is perfect. Can’t wait for your next class…that litle baby booty looks just like the real things…how sweet!
Mary that’s a great Christmas card without using Designer Series Paper! Another cute little die there that I don’t own. Sigh!