It's the first Sunday of November which means it's time for our new challenges at We Love Stamping and Stamping Sensations and this month our themes are Christmas and Make it Magical....... seems like the perfect opportunity to double up your entries. We have prizes of Christmas themed dies and Lavinia stamps.
Above a card not unlike the one I shared last month for my Guest Designer spot over at Rudolph Days, but this time I went with red and green, the Fairy is Eve, her friend is in a set called Large Hares and Forest Leaves at the top, love this stamp, Winter Berries and Wild Vines, a moon and lots of sparkle. The theme at the Lavinia challenge is all about Sparkle so one I'm entering there.
This one using a selection of AALL an Create stamps including a Robin which is a favourite of many of us, the sentiment is one of my own Christmas Christmas Magic set available from Stamp Addicts.
The crash of Create and Craft has left many of our favourite retailers in precarious positions owed money going back months, not forgetting the presenters and backroom staff suddenly faced with unemployment. The majority of the industry plan new products months ahead intended for future shows, so most are looking for new outlets to sell products. Sarah from Stamp Addcits and a group of other companies have formed Craft Suppliers Direct which you can find here. It's only a small start but as one said to me this week, anything is better than nothing as we try to build a new future.
33 comments:
Both cards are truly magical Brenda,your choice of colours and stamped on each is fantastic
2 gorgeous scenes and cards. Sorry can't help with the glitter as only use stickles - their 'frosted lace' is iridescent free x
2 magical cards Brenda - both equally gorgeous but my favourite is the 2nd, I love the whole composition of your wintry scene. Sorry can’t help with the glitter .. I only use Stickles or more commonly a sparkle pen xx
Two beautiful cards, love the scenes you created. Anesha x
Love your sparkly fairy with her lantern, lovely colours Brenda. The Robin is fabulous, love the little mouse and the beautiful Robin and wreath, a lovely verse too. x
Your fairy cards are alway stunning Brenda and a lovely setting for your little Robin too x
Again a great Lavinia card! Love how you used the big leaves on it.
Don't know why I cannot go to the Stamping Sensations blog anymore; get a çritical notice or a message that the blog is not availble?
Hope you have a good weekend!
I love the little hare in the first card almost as much as the tiny mouse in the 2nd, but both cards are gorgeous. Wishing you a pleasant Sunday with good health too!
A beautiful magical fairy framed by those lovely leaves and berries- love your use of colour and the fabulous sparkle.
A beautifully stamped wreath to frame the sweet robin- nearly missed the cute little mouse, such a lovely touch.
xx
Your cards are just so gorgeous Brenda. You really do do fairies well and your robin is looking so happy in his holly wreath! It was very shocking and sad to hear about Create and Craft and I have already joined that group, which is a great idea!
Two beautiful cards, love the colors you've used. Magic is in the air.
Greetings Miranda
They both are so beautiful and magical, perfect for the themes!
Two very precious and gorgeous looking cards as usual Brenda.
Hugs
Cathy
xxx
Just popping back to say I love your robin card too … that darling little bird is definitely one of my favourites, and I love the foliage … I just grabbed that stamp set a couple of weeks ago as it is so perfect for Christmas. I noticed you had a different one on your blog and the challenge .. you obviously have too many fabulous creations to choose from lol! Xx
Gorgeous and delicate cards;-))m
Your magical card definitely feels very magical. Love the colours and the moon. the little robin on your Christmas card looks very happy to be the centre of attention. I like the little mouse looking on too xx
Two gorgeous cards Brenda, love the magical scene with Eve tip toeing through the leaves. The
Robin looks fabulous in his sparkly wreath, don't know why I don't have this stamp, I love him.
Avril xx
Both fabulous cards, love the Magical stamped scene but the Robin in the wreath is my favourite.
Carol x
Fabulous cards as always, Brenda - both beautiful.
Helen x
Two stunning cards Brenda. I particularly like that lovely Robin and he looks great inside your stamped wreath. Wishing Craft Suppliers Direct good luck in the endeavours. Non FB members can't see much though! xxx
Both fabulous and magical scenes Brenda! x
Sooo wonderful, Brenda!
I love the depth on the first card, you can walk right into it, so pretty. My fav A&C robin on your second card and a lovely frame for him too.
both cards are gorgeous and great use of colors Brenda.....gr karin
Two stunning cards Brenda. I love the magical scene in the top one and the gorgeous robin in the second.
Lorraine x
They are both beautiful Brenda. I can play with my new ALL create stamp too, first one in my collection. Thank you. Xx
Your cards are so beautiful, Brenda, with such magical details to each. Thank you for the peaceful respite; tense day here today! I applaud all of you for working hard to keep this industry going into the future. Mwah! Hugs, Darnell
Beautifully stamped and coloured creations.
Thank you for your comment Brenda, I'm making a tentative return to blogging, just once a fortnight to ease myself in.
Lorraine
Lovely, lovely cards Brenda and I especially love that darling robin. The C&C situation was a great shock and I hope that this group can make some good out of a bad situation xx
What beautiful cards, again with a lovely magical feel to each. A fairy-themed festive card is fun but the robin perched on his wreath has captured my heart! It's always so sad when craft companies go under isn't it and unfortunately there has been a lot of it lately. I wish all who have been affected by the demise of Create and Craft all the very best as they move on. Vicky x
Two beautiful cards Brendaz, I love the robin inside the wreath and as azlways your fairy card is gorgeous.
Pat xx
The card with the Fairy Eve, Large Hares, Winter Berries, and all that sparkle must look enchanting. Supporting Craft Suppliers Direct is a commendable effort, and your dedication to the crafting community shines through.
How sad that a business went under leaving all those people in the lurch. At least I think that's what you're saying. Both your cards are truly magical!
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