A Joyful Christmas with In The Snow Scarf Tilda

Happy Christmas Eve Everyone!
This is my final Christmas Card of 2013, in fact it is my final new card for 2013 as I am taking some time off to have some festive fun with my family.
Now we don't get a lot of Santa here in North Texas, it is the dreaded ice when we get cold, but that didn't stop me wanting to color up this cute Tilda in her scarf throwing a snowball!
Last year on Christmas Day we got snow, I don't think it will happen again this year but maybe Tilda can ask very nicely and get some sent to us!

Challenges:
Totally Tilda - Anything Goes
Magnolia Down Under - Anything Goes
Fashionista and More - Winter Snowflakes (and "no nose" girl stamp)
Card Mania - Winter Wonderland
Auds Sentiments - Christmas (5 entries only)
Milk Coffee - Christmas Creation (3 entries only)
Shelly's Images - Winter/Snowflakes
Southern Girls - Christmas Wishes (1 entry only)
2 Creative Chicks - Christmas/Winter
A Little Bit Crafty - Christmas Cheer (3 entries only)
Emerald Faeries - Christmas (3 entries only)
Marvelous Magnolia - Anything Goes (2 entries only)

Card Recipe:
Image - In The Snow Scarf Tilda from the Winter Wonderland Collection
Sentiment - A Joyful Christmas
Medium - Copic Markers
Paper - Christmas Cottage by Teresa Collins
Label Die Cut - Spellbinders Gold
Oval Die - Spellbinders
Lamppost Die - Winter Lamp Post by Die-Versions
Rose Trim - Hobby Lobby
Silver Paint - Tulip
Glitter - Glamour Dust

I wanted to add some snow to this image so I used some silver fabric paint and topped it with glitter to make a some snowflakes falling on little Tilda. Plus she has a snowball in her so there have to be snowflakes right?
Anyway, there it goes, the last new card of 2013 and with it I wish all of you a Very Merry Christmas and a Safe and Happy New Year!

Katie

Paper Nest Dolls - Build a Snowman

I have my last card for 2013 for The Paper Nest Dolls to share with you today.
It features little Owen and his Snowman stand!
How cute would it be to have a place to get all those accessories that the best dressed Snowman definitely needs? :)

Challenges:
Paper Crafting Journey - Christmas
Craftin Desert Divas - Christmas
Crafty Boots - Christmas
Whoopsi Daisy - Christmas
Auds Sentiments - Christmas (5 entries only)
Emerald Faeries - Christmas (3 entries only)
2 Creative Chicks - Christmas/Winter
Milk Coffee - Christmas Creation (3 entries only)
A Little Bit Crafty - Christmas Cheer (3 entries only)
Creative Moments - Winter Wonderland (3 entries only)
Challenges and Candies - Winter Magic (3 entries only)
Chocolate, Coffee and Cards - Happy Holidays (3 entries only)
My Hearts Pieces - Digi
Digi Stamps 4 Joy - Anything Goes (3 entries only)
Make It Monday Papercraft Linky - Anything Goes

Card Recipe:
Image - Build a Snowman
Medium - Copic Markers
Paper - Winter Wonderland by My Minds Eye
Sentiment - Recollections
Border Punch - Martha Stewart
Rhinestones - The Paper Studio
Glitter - Glamour Dust

Although it is hard to see it from the photo I added lots of touches of Glamour Dust (one of my favorite super fine glitters) to add a little Winter Sparkle.
Be sure to come back tomorrow for my final new card of 2013
Katie

Christmas Spirit with Christmas Eve Edwin

As promised I have another Christmas card to share with you today.
This one features Christmas Eve Edwin from the Winter Wonderland collection in stock at Magnolia-Licious!

Challenges:
Paper Crafting Journey - Christmas
Craftin Desert Divas - Christmas
Crafty Boots - Christmas
Whoopsi Daisy - Christmas
Parade Your Crafts - Christmas (2 entries only)
Melonheadz Friends - Christmas (2 entries only)
Inky Chicks - Christmas (3 entries only)
Emerald Faeries - Christmas (3 entries only)
Happy Campers - Christmas (3 entries only)
Eureka Stamps - Christmas (3 entries only)
Auds Sentiments - Christmas (5 entries only)
Milk Coffee - Christmas Creation (3 entries only)
A Little Bit Crafty - Christmas Cheer (3 entries only)
2 Creative Chicks - Christmas/Winter
Kaboodle Doodles - Christmas Colors (3 entries only)
Chocolate, Coffee and Cards - Happy Holidays (3 entries only)
Color Me Creative - Holiday (3 entries only)
Creative Card Crew - Holly or Poinsettia (3 entries only)
Make It Monday Papercraft Linky - Anything Goes
4 Krafty Girlz - Anything Goes (3 entries only)
Marvelous Magnolia - Anything Goes (2 entries only)

Card Recipe:
Image - Christmas Eve Edwin
Medium - Copic Markers
Paper - Echo Park
Sentiment - The Paper Studio
Stockings - Hobby Lobby
Tree Border - Recollections
Rhinestones - Doodlebug
Burlap - Unknown

I paper pieced little Edwins overalls and hat, how cute does he look? He will need to get that tree home soon and decorated for the big day.
I hope you are all set and ready for the festivities, I have two more cards scheduled and then I'll be taking a short blogging break to enjoy some well needed time with my family :) Katie

All I Want For Christmas is You - Digital Delights - Skating Donita

It's my last of 2013 for Digital Delights, next time I'll be back with the 1st New Releases of 2014.
For this card I chose a favorite of mine from the 2012 Christmas releases and that is Skating Donita

Challenges:
Paper Crafting Journey - Christmas
Craftin Desert Divas - Christmas
Crafty Boots - Christmas
Whoopsi Daisy - Christmas
Eureka Stamps - Christmas (3 entries only)
Crafty Calendar - Cold and Frosty (3 entries only)
Bunny Zoes - Wings
Paper Playtime - Winter Fun
Digi Stamps 4 Joy - Anything Goes (3 entries only)
Make It Monday Papercraft Linky - Anything Goes
Crafting From the Heart - Anything Goes (3 entries only)

Card Recipe:
Image - Skating Donita
Sentiment - A Touch of Christmas Sentiment Set
Medium - Copic Markers
Paper - Winter Tortellini and Spinach Soup by Jillibean Soup
Ribbon - Hobby Lobby
Border Punch - Hearts by Martha Stewart
Rhinestones - Unknown

I colored a couple of the images and decoupaged them to give a little lift to this bright and cheerful card.
I hope you like her and be back tomorrow for another card!
Katie

Seasons Greetings - Inky Impressions - Merry Christmas

It's Wednesday and time for another challenge at Inky Impressions and this week we want to see your "Merry Christmas" creations!.
Now this is my last card as an Inkette, I was there 10 months but it is time to move on.

Challenges:
Paper Crafting Journey - Christmas
Craftin Desert Divas - Christmas
Crafty Boots - Christmas
Get Inky - Christmas (3 entries only)
Brown Sugar - Christmas (2 entries only)
Paper Playtime - Winter Fun
Creative Moments - Winter Wonderland (3 entries only)
Cardmania - Winter Wonderland
Challenges and Candies - Winter Magic (3 entries only)
CCEE Stampers - Oh Christmas Tree
Whoopsi Daisy - Christmas
C is for Challenge - Traditional Christmas
Eureka Stamps - Christmas (3 entries only)
Kaboodle Doodles - Christmas Colors (3 entries only)
Digi Stamps 4 Joy - Anything Goes (3 entries only)
Make It Monday Papercraft Linky - Anything Goes

Card Recipe:
Image - Ice Skating Background
Sentiment - Sentiments 4 U
Medium - Copic Markers
Paper - Christmas Cottage by Teresa Collins
Poinsettias - Recollections
Fern Punch - Martha Stewart
Washi Tape - Martha Stewart
Glitter - Glamour Dust
Puffy Paint - Tulip
Rhinestones - The Paper Studio

For this card I used one of the wonderful background stamps and added my favorite puffy paint with a touch of glitter to add some Christmas sparkle!
Katie

Being Together is the Best Gift of All - Snowy Friends with Penny Black

Another Christmas card for you!
Now you know that Diana at Magnolia-Licious sells Magnolia Stamps but did you know that she also carries a selection of super cute images from Penny Black
Today I got to use the adorable Mimi, Betsy and Snowy and I went with a bright and fun color combination (not a piece of traditional Christmas patterned paper anywhere to be seen)

Challenges:
Add a Little Dazzle - Cherry Cobbler, Kiwi Kiss and Coastal Cabana
Paper Crafting Journey - Christmas
Craftin Desert Divas - Christmas
Crafty Boots - Christmas
Inky Chicks - Christmas (3 entries only)
Happy Campers - Christmas (3 entries only)
Penny Black Saturday - Christmas (PB image)
Cut It Up - Christmas (and a die cut)(1 entry only)
Cute Card Thursday - Christmas Catch Up
Craftitude - Christmas Sparkle (3 entries only)
LEJ Designs - Festive Fun
Chocolate, Coffee and Cards - Happy Holidays (3 entries only)
Crafty Calendar - Cold and Frosty (3 entries only)
Patties Creations - Snowy Scene
Christmas at Sweet Stampin - Let It Snow
Simon Says Stamp - Let It Snow
Creative Moments - Winter Wonderland (3 entries only)
Moving Along With the Times - Walking in a Winter Wonderland
Challenges and Candies - Winter Magic (3 entries only)
Fab N Funky - Snowflakes
Nutcrafters - Snow
Make It Monday Papercraft Linky - Anything Goes
4 Krafty Girlz - Anything Goes (3 entries only)
Crafty Catz - Anything Goes (1 entry only)

Card Recipe:
Image - Mimi, Betsy and Snowy by Penny Black
Sentiment - Clearly Sentimental Christmas by My Favorite Things
Medium - Copic Markers
Corner Die - Corner Bow by Memorybox
Snowflake Border Die - Gabriella Border by Memorybox
Paper- Memorable by My Minds Eye
Flowers - Sugar Blooms by Prima
Glitter - Coarse by Martha Stewart
Rhinestones - Michaels
Doily - Wilton

I used some coarse glitter on the hats, makes a change from my usual go to super fine.
And I colored the snowman (and snow) with a very pale blue, works really well with the paper I think.
Anyway I hope you enjoyed this and be sure to be back tomorrow for another Christmas card.
Katie

Greetings of the Season - Paper Nest Dolls - Holiday Ballerina

Happy Sunday!
I have another cute card for you that is on The Paper Nest Dolls blog today.
With the Holiday Season here I'm sure you can't miss something to do with The Nutcracker ballet and so today I'm using Holiday Ballerina to celebrate that glorious tradition.

Challenges:
Paper Crafting Journey - Christmas
Craftin Desert Divas - Christmas
Crafty Boots - Christmas
Loves Rubber Stamps - Christmas
Brown Sugar - Christmas (2 entries only)
A Creative Romance - Sparkle at Christmas
Craftitude - Christmas Sparkle (3 entries only)
Cute Card Thursday - Christmas Catch Up
Creative Card Crew - Holly or Poinsettia (3 entries only)
Going Grey - Holiday (2 entries only)
LEJ Designs - Festive Fun
An Inky Situation - Stripes
Crafting From the Heart - Anything Goes (3 entries only)

Card Recipe:
Image - Holiday Ballerina
Medium - Copic Markers
Paper - Vintage Christmas by Dovecraft
Sentiment - The Paper Studio
Flower - Walmart
Gifts - Recollections
Rectangle Dies - Cheery Lynn Designs
Leaf Spray Die - Memorybox
Snowflake Wreath Die - Cottage Cutz

I really enjoyed coloring this image used muted, sort of vintage feeling, colors and I hope you like her too :)

Katie

Holly Jolly with Wee Holly

That big Christmas Day is speeding towards us and I know you still have a few cards left to make so I'll keep sharing (at least for another week ;))
Today I am using the adorable Wee Holly from the Wee Stamps Collection at Magnolia-Licious

Challenges:
Hanna and Friends - Christmas
Craftin Desert Divas - Christmas
Crafty Boots - Christmas
Loves Rubber Stamps - Christmas
Parade Your Crafts - Christmas (2 entries only)
Melonheadz Friends - Christmas (2 entries only)
Get Inky - Christmas (3 entries only)
Inky Chicks - Christmas (3 entries only)
Happy Campers - Christmas (3 entries only)
Paper Crafting Journey - Christmas
Crafty Sentiments - Christmas (1 entry only)
The Sisterhood of Crafters - Christmas Sparkle
Cute Card Thursday - Christmas Catch Up
Cutie Pie - Special Friend Christmas (must be cute)
Going Grey - Holiday (2 entries only)
Color Me Creative - Holiday (3 entries only)
Craft Your Passion - Let It Snow (snow on image and the mica flakes on the edge of the mat)
Incy Wincy - Let It Snow
Lexi's Creations - Snow
Creative Card Crew - Holly or Poinsettia (3 entries only)
LEJ Designs - Festive Fun
Make It Monday Papercraft Linky - Anything Goes
Created with Love - Anything Goes (3 entries only)
4 Krafty Girlz - Anything Goes (3 entries only)

Card Recipe:
Image - Wee Holly
Medium - Copic Markers
Paper - Cozy Little Christmas by The Paper Studio
Sentiment - The Paper Studio
Holly Leaves - Hobby Lobby
Flowers - Michaels
Border Punch (inside) - Fiskars
Glitter - Mica Flakes by Martha Stewart

For a little sparkle and a little snowy effect I added Mica Flakes to the edge of the die cut mat, you have to sort of "squish" them on with your fingers so they go just where you want them but I like the effect as a change from regular glitter.
I absolutely adored coloring Wee Holly in the traditional red and green of Christmas but I think she would also look cute in blues and purples, umm maybe I'll have to give it a go?....
Be back tomorrow for another Christmas card and stay safe!
Katie

Digital Delights - Warm Wishes from Our House to Yours

For my card for Digital Delights this week I decided to do something a little different, a card that can be easily reproduced, fits in an invitation sized envelope and perfect for those last minute cards you know you still need to finish.
Also I only used a sentiment, no coloring at all, so it really sped up the "production line" :)

Challenges:
Paper Crafting Journey - Christmas
Craftin Desert Divas - Christmas
Crafty Boots - Christmas
Loves Rubber Stamps - Christmas
Di's Digis - Non Traditional Christmas Colors
Milk Coffee - Non Traditional Christmas Colors
Kaboodle Doodles - Non Traditional Christmas Colors
Whoopsi Daisy - Non Traditional Christmas Colors
Make It Monday Papercraft Linky - Anything Goes
Clear It Out - Anything Goes (3 entries only)

Card Recipe:
Image - Warm Wishes
Paper - Holly Jolly by The Paper Studio
Corrugated Cardstock - Unknown
Die Cuts - Labels 22 an Picot Edge Circle by Spellbinders

It was a super quick card, I did all the printing first, then got the die cut machine machine going (gotta love my Big Shot for a clean cut every time), lined everything up, ATG gun in hand and 6 cards whipped out in just a few minutes.
I hope I have inspired you if you still have some of those Holiday cards left to do.

Katie

Inky Impressions - Christmas Decorations

It's Wednesday and time for another challenge at Inky Impressions and this week we want to see a Christmas Decoration.
I created a mini bag that is now proudly hanging on my tree :)

Challenges:
Paper Crafting Journey - Christmas
Craftin Desert Divas - Christmas
Crafty Boots - Christmas
Loves Rubber Stamps - Christmas
Totally Papercrafts - Christmas Anything But a Card
Anything But a Card - Anything But a Card
Dream Valley - Anything But a Card
All My Crafts - Anything But a Card
Make It Monday Papercraft Linky - Anything Goes
Created with Love - Anything Goes (3 entries only)
Crafting From the Heart - Anything Goes (3 entries only)

Project Recipe:
Paper, Borders, Tree and Santa - Basic Grey
Sentiments - Inky Impressions

This was a very easy project and a great way to use a favorite sentiment and to add a "handmade touch" to your Holiday decorations.
I hope you can find time in your busy schedule to join us at Inky Impressions this week.
Katie