Just BELIEVE - - -

The rule at our house at Christmas is

"you better believe or Santa won't come"...

Even our grown kids get in on Santa because it is 

the spirit of giving that brings joy!

However, no Christmas gift is sweeter than 

the one God gave us when He

gave His Son for us - that if we BELIEVE

we would have Everlasting Life!

It's for that reason this card has a double meaning for me...

the Amazing gift of the baby Jesus and the wonder of Santa

as the stockings are hung with care on our mantle.

This card is a wonder of layered stamping and has a 

beautiful look as it is put together.

Supplies used include:  Brushed Silver Cardstock, 

Real Red Cardstock, Whisper White Cardstock,

Silver Embossing Powder, Heat Embossing Tool, 

Versamark Ink Pad, Embossing Buddy,

 Snowflake Soiree Stamp Set, Whisper White 5/8"

Organza Ribbon & Winter Frost Embossing Folder.

Look for a tutorial to be posted soon 

(most likely November 5) on this technique.

Enjoy today's Christmas Countdown idea!

Ornament Fun

Making an ornament 3D in fashion is a quick 

and easy way to create a fabulous card!

Using three different designs of Designer Series Paper (DSP)

- always using one light, one medium and one dark value of color - 

makes this card just right! 

To create the 3D ornament punch the ornament

3 times and score down the center of 

each punch from top to bottom. Glue together

to create the 3D effect and then punch 

a small hole in the top for 

silver thread.  Then add a beautiful bow to the 

top and place on top of the banners created 

from the other two pieces of DSP.

Add the sentiment by stamping in Versamark, 

adding Silver embossing powder and 

heat embossing for the fabulous holiday look!

Enjoy today's Christmas Countdown feature!

REGISTER TODAY - 2013 Gratitude Gathering

Don't Delay - Register Today...Seats are filling fast!

2013 Gratitude Gathering is set for November 16th

at 10:00am.  We will create an beautiful set of Autumn projects 

and enjoy some delicious food (lunch is included) and a fantastic day together.

Register by clicking on the "Register" link in the navigation bar.

Reserve your spot early as seating is limited for this event.
If you would prefer to mail a check - contact me for details.

I look forward to seeing you there.

Home for Christmas...

This is a little bit of a spin off a Christmas card 

I did for Founder's Circle one year.

I love this Christmas lodge feel and the 

addition of Dazzling Diamonds on the

rooftop for the effect of snow, makes for winter wonder!

I love the Cherry Cobbler and Whisper White combo

for this Christmas Countdown Card.

I hope it is a card idea you will enjoy!

Make it a great day!

Enjoy - - -