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This week's SCS Inspiration Challenge comes from the fabulous array of Christmas decorations found at Bronner's Christmas Wonderland. Bronner's was founded in 1945 by Wally Bronner. When Wally painted his first sign over 50 years ago, little did he dream that his small business would one day become the world's largest Christmas store visited by millions of people. Open 361 days of the year, Bronner's features over 50,000 trims and gifts, including Christmas ornaments, Christmas lights and collectibles.
For those of you who say you get overwhelmed with having too many choices, I’ve uploaded three of my favorites … so just stick with one (or all) of those for your inspiration. The rest of you, remember to let us know which product from Bronner's Christmas Wonderland that inspired you.
I asked Mary (jandjccc) to join me this week in making an addition IC Sample.
Use the keyword: IC261 (no spaces or extra characters) when you upload your card, and make sure you put commas between your key words.
How to Play ~ View the attached images. You may be inspired to recreate the pieces ~ but that isn't necessary ... get your inspiration from the colors, layout, style or 'theme'. Just enjoy wherever your inspired creative journey takes you. Remember, if you are inspired by the creation of another artist, please do not use print-outs of the art in your creation or directly copy their work. Make the inspiration piece your own. Don't worry ~ no card is 'wrong' and there is no time limit for uploading your card for the challenge. There are no rules, so let your creative juices run wild ~ be *inspired* and go get stamping!
Don't forget about No Upload Sunday - Let's give the gallery moderators a day off and not upload on Sunday (unless, of course, you are a Fan Club member - yet another reason to spend a little money on your favorite site). Also, remember to link to your SCS gallery on this thread. Thank you for joining me on this inspiration journey.
I grew up about 20 minutes away from Bronner's. It is an amazing place. It is so big you can get lost! (The size of 10 football fields...) Frankenmuth, MI is a wonderful place to visit. I will have to play after work tomorrow!
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I, too, live only a couple hours away from this famous and fabulous store! It truly is a "wonderland" to visit, explore, and shop. Terrific choice, Stef!
This ornament was perfect for my birthday card. I loved the colors and flourishes. Thanks for the wonderful challenge. I buy our advent calendars from Bronner's every year!
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Oh my goodness, Stef this is an awesome site. I have several picked out already, but now I need to get back to work. Our company party is tonight. I am in charge & I AM NOT READY. Be back later.
I grew up about 20 minutes away from Bronner's. It is an amazing place. It is so big you can get lost! (The size of 10 football fields...) Frankenmuth, MI is a wonderful place to visit. I will have to play after work tomorrow!
I have visited, shopped, and dined here! Loved the whole town, and yes Bronners is super cool! It was a gorgeous place when all the flowers were in bloom, and hanging so beautifully from those cool corner flower hangers and from all the shops and homes in the town! I need to go back and do it again!
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St Louis Missouri My Blog
What a cool place, Bronners! I have been there, and it was so fun to shop there! I love my ornaments from this store! Great choice for the Inspiration Challenge today!
__________________ Gillian W.
St Louis Missouri My Blog
OMG, I LOVE Bronner's! My hubby is from Flint, which is about 30 minutes south of Bronner's -- finally made it there 3 years ago and I spent all day there -- in JULY! While the hubby took the kids and nieces/nephews to the water park! I know just the thing I'll use for inspiration!
Oh, it's been a VERY long time since I've been to Bronner's!!! What a delight to browse the online store. Thanks for a great inspiration site, Stef!! Here's my first for today:
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IC261 ~ Bronner's Christmas Wonderland {12-04-10}
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