I think Becky says it all when she said "SharonÂ’s style is simply exquisite. There is not one project on her blog in which when you view it for the first time your jaw doesnÂ’t end up on the floor!"
I think my card will qualify for Sharon's challenge . I have used a bird, ribbon (not quite as wide as Sharon uses), embossing and a flowers. I so love Sharons work and I am thrilled to see her honored this week.
This bird reminds me of a red Cardinal which is Indiana's State Bird. It was stamped with Closed to My Heart Ink and then cut out with Spell Binders Large Circle die. The matting and embossing was done using the Large Scallop die. I used the Cuttlebug Snow Flake Embossing Folder for the background.
SU Ribbon slot punch was perfect to run the ribbon through and the bow was added on top of the ribbon. I off set it slightly for balance. The JOY words were cut with the Cricut. I just received my order for these little Christmas Poinsettia's which are a suede like material and I think they are adorable. They arrived just in time as it was just what I needed to finish this card.
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Thu, Oct 16, 2008 @ 6:26 PM
Joan, what a stunning card!!! I LOVE this set of birds and your red is just PERFECT here -- what a JOYFUL Christmas card!!! Love the embossing and all your attention to detail is just wonderful!!! So glad you could play -- thanks so much!!!