Tuesday, November 1, 2011

It's A Sketch Challenge at CCAYR


What a fun time I had with this card.  Decided to try something a little different for me with these HFC stamps I got a CKC.  Oh how I'm lovin these new stamps and what you can do with them.  The workshops were so much fun and for sure you will be seeing all of the new stamps I got before years end.

The challenge this month at CCAYR is a sketch challenge and if you'll hop on over to the challenge blog you'll see what an easy sketch they have for you this month and some wonderful inspiration by the design team.  Christmas mailing time is just a skip and hollar away and will be here before ya know it.  I usually include a Christmas Letter with my cards so sometimes you won't see a  place on the inside to add a note.  That is when I get them mailed out.......Last year I did not mail one Christmas card and boy did I hear about it from some of our dear friends, so this year I'm sending them out early.

Card Deets:
  • HFC 3347 Cardinal Bird Feeder & HCPC 3432 Magnificent Spruce Trees
  • DP SU Cherry Cobbler & Bo Bunny Father Christmas 6x6 paper pad
  • Go Create XXL Frilly Frame (chipboard) & Spellbinder's Long Classic Rectangle
  • Memento Black and Green Verte Verde ink for the trees - Color Box Ice Blue Chalk for clouds
  • Copics G28, 24,21, 20 - E59, 57, 55, 53 - C7, 1
  • Other:  Crystal Dust, Snow-Tex, White flat paint, Clear embossing powder, Polar White Flower Soft, micro glitter, and pop dots for dimension
  • Card shape - Center step card
That's all from me today folks.  Thanks so very much for stopping by and I hope to see you again soon.  If you have the time to leave me a comment I will come visit.  I've tried to get around to visiting everyone but in case I missed you, your comment will definitely warrant a visit from me.  Have a wonderful day!
"Love & Hugs" Carol (Granny)

24 comments:

Chrissy said...

Oh! Carol. you didn't have to twist my arm to leave you a comment...this is gorgeous...love the thick snow and the beautiful cardinal..Fabulous card..

Luv CHRISSYxx

A Consuming Passion said...

Car what a beautiful card you made with your new stamps!!! Can't wait to see how you play with these!

Inkypinkydelights said...

Goodie! Your inspiration has returned! And oh WOW Carol what a lovely card it is too! Love your colours and shape, absolutely gorgeous! Judy x

cheryl said...

oh carol hun this is just gorgeous oh just love your new stamps,gorgeous shape and super super detail hun hugs cherylxxxxxxx

craftieodmae said...

I knew you would love them!!!! Fantastic rubber hehe. Your card is breathtaking, can't wait to see what else you make

Unknown said...

wow Carol
It been a long time and now I am glad to see your beautiful card
like the snow that you did on the bird house well your card is beautiful
let see what next
Have a very nice day
HUGS

The Other Patti Sue said...

OHMgosh girl... this is stunning! Can't wait to see what else your up to!

Carla S. said...

Gorgeous card, Carol! I love the cardinal and all the snow! A wonderful design!

Theresa's Studio said...

This is amazing! Love your design and what a wonderful use of the HC stamps. Beautiful!!!

Patti P. said...

I love this one....so elegant and the snow on your feeder is so yummy!! Love the special fold! I too, am on a quest to get my cards ready on time this year! I make cards all year and can't seem to get them in the mail when I should, go figure. Talk to you soon,
Patti

Linda Palmer said...

Wow!! This is so beautiful! I love cardinals and snow together. Great job on a fabulous card.

Anonymous said...

Oh wow my friend!! This card is so stunning!!! Just love the texture for the snow and the scene is amazing!! Beautiful job!! Hope you had a lovely weekend!! HUGS :)

Pat said...

Oh this card is beautiful Carol, love the image and the gorgeous subtle trees on the background Nestie shape.

Pat xx

Tamara Morton said...

OOOhhh Carol this is simply divine!! I just adore that snow and the stamps are fabulous!!
Hug s
Tamara

SYLVIA-ANNE said...

What a fabulous design Carol - the Cardinal against the white fluffy snow is a stunning combination.

Hope all is well with you and yours my friend - hugs, Sylvia xxx

Rufus said...

What a gorgeous job you've done with some of your new goodies! Love the snow on the roof.
R/

Gail said...

So beautiful Carol!
Popped in from CCAYR, and see I've been missing out!
Love the scrapbook pages you did!
Sorry I missed the candy...you're so sweet!

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful Christmas card, Carol! These HFC stamps are beautiful and you did a fantastic job with them. So glad you are back with your beautiful creations.
Amelia x

Renkata said...

hi carol, such a wonderful winter card.

Angelica Turner said...

Carol, this is so beautiful. Your detials are stunning.

Sandra said...

Beautiful!!
Sandra x

Shelby Goolsby said...

Oh my goodness, this is spectacular!! The bird feeder looks amazing. I am working on a cardinal right now but I think you need to finish it for me:)

TRACEY O said...

Lovely card Carol. Thanks for stopping by my blog. It reminded me to post my card :)

Eulanda said...

And another home run card!! This is so cool and great job on the center step card! Very pretty bird on the birdhouse. Love the snow too!! WOW! Hugs!