Morning all, a Christmassy post! I've not been able to craft for several weeks, but decided something with just die cuts might be less stressful on the recovering neck and arm and came up with the card below for the current Snippets Playground plus above an old make from my files for Chistmas Kickstart's new theme.
It's 'A friend is for life, just not for Christmas' and figured the little Elf and his Robin friend should fit the bill. All stamps are Lavinia and to keep typing to a minimum as that's still difficult, hope I'll be forgiven for not linking each image individually, background is Pan Pastels. Little Red Wagon's theme is to add or use and envelope, mine is stamped with the larger Robin from Lavinia
For the Playground some of my oldest dies, all from Spellbinders except the trellis which is Tattered Lace and had to be just a little stamping, that's the Lavinia sentiment. Just us Girls theme is Die cut week, so linking there.
And my snippets.
Beautiful festive cards Brenda, the sweet Lavinia scene is beautifully done as always, the die cut design is striking, love the traditional red/green/ white combo.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are feeling up to a little crafting...just don't overdo it!
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Love the beautiful stamped scene with the Elf and little Robin, love the beautiful die-cut poinsettias and shaped background.
ReplyDeleteCarol x
So glad you were able to have some crafty time! Both cards are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteTwo great festive makes - the card certainly used lots of snippets and the little elf chatting to the robin is a delightful scene. Pleased you're managing to fit in some crafting which is great for taking your mind away from problems, even if it's only for a short while
ReplyDeleteLovely to see your beautiful festive cards Brenda,
ReplyDeletelovely cards. I am trying hard not to think about Christmas! I hope you are making steady progress in your recovery xx
ReplyDeleteRecovery can take time Brenda but so glad you managed 2 beautiful creations xx
ReplyDeleteTwo fabulous festive makes Brenda. Looks like you’re making progress. Keep up the good work.
ReplyDeleteThanks for coming to play in the Snippets Playground. I’ve put another comfy chair next to Di’s one up in the treehouse so you can have a chinwag! I’ll bring the hot chocolate’s over! xxx
I haven't even thought about Christmas art yet (and maybe that's why I always seem to get behind...grin) but I really like your robin And your die cut card is very lovely too. I love the layers and those pretty poinsettias. Have a great weekend and I hope the neck and arm improve soon. hugs-Erika
ReplyDeleteThe Lavinia one is adorable, and I love the bright and cheery poinsettias against that lovely background . Take care xxx
ReplyDeletewhat gorgeous cards you have made Brenda........gr karin
ReplyDeleteWoW what for beautiful X.Mas cards
ReplyDeleteGreetings BAstelfeti
So glad you are managing a little gentle crafting, Brenda, it's so restorative isn't it! Love both cards, but I espeically like the robin and the elf card. You really do work magic with Lavinia images. Thanks for joining Lauren, Stephanie and me at The Christmas Kickstart Challenge. Jo x
ReplyDeleteGlad you have been able to do a little crafting. Your robin and Angel card is just delightful and such pretty colours. The Christmas card with the dies makes great use of the scallops to reveal the trellis and fab poinsettias too.
ReplyDeleteCreating the sweet Lavinia scene with the elf and robin gives your festive card a gentle storytelling feel, and the layered die cut poinsettias and trellis on the second design add bright seasonal depth that works so well with the traditional colors.
ReplyDeleteLove how your "die cuts" card turned out, to beautiful and wonderful traditional Christmas colors! A pretty Lavinia scene too! So magical!
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous cards, Brenda.
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you had a short time crafting Brenda - and what a stunning result - love your beautiful, dimensional Christmas card!!
ReplyDeleteThe pan pastel background really is the perfect backdrop for your wee friends in your first card! Beautifully shaded and stamped.
Blessings
Maxine
What a fun little friendship card. So glad you joined us.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card and a wonderful display of stamping and coloring technique! Thanks for joining Jo, Stephanie and me (Lauren) for the Christmas Kickstart Challenge!
ReplyDeleteTwo beautiful Christmas cards Brenda, love the scene on the first one and all the lovely die cuts on the second. Nice to see you you managed a little crafting.
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It's good to hear your recovery is going well enough for you to resume some crafting, Brenda. The die cut card is so lovely and the trellis background gives such depth.. The Lavinia card is so pretty and I love the robin perching on the lamppost.
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Hugs,
Carol x
Love the Lavinia 'oldie' But think the background with the diecut part is a special one! Hugs, Gerrina
ReplyDeleteA really beautiful Christmas card Brenda. The dies you used are gorgeous.Thanks for sharing with us at Just Us Girls challenge. Hugs, Denise x
ReplyDeleteWonderful cards, and that little bird on your envelope is absolutely adorable. Thanks so much for joining us over at Little Red Wagon Challenge this week!
ReplyDeleteTwo fantastic cards Brenda. x
ReplyDeleteWow, what s stunning scene and such an elegant second card.
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Your cards are so beautiful, Brenda. I love the first one with the little robin, so lovely.
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Anke
Gorgeous cards B, as ever. Loving the snippets one - so eye catching and wonderful to see the poinsettia and holy dies being used - I have both here. Food for thought! Great to see you in the Playground with us.
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Di xx
Gorgeous stamped Robin scene and beautiful die cut card - nice to see old dies in use
ReplyDeleteMagical holiday scene and beautiful poinsettia Christmas card!
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