MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!
My turkey is in the oven and I was happy I had some time to play.
Here is my card for the MIX challenge today; Spread the Cheer! and the F4A305, Traditionally Speaking. We are being inspired by Tiffguam and her wonderful gallery for the MIX. Tiffany has a very fun and happy gallery and I love the banners she added at the top of this card and of course, the blue caught my eye too: Lots of Splatters, Different Brushes by tiffguam at Splitcoaststampers
The fun sentiment on my banner speaks to the Traditional side of my Christmas. Every year, we celebrate Christmas day with my best friend and every year she comes dressed in one of her Christmas sweaters, funny slippers and a flashing nose and antlers. We always dress up and act silly and my kids remember all the times we have been just crazy even when there is no alcohol involved!! We sure have a 'HOLLY JOLLY EVERYTHING'.
The background was done by pressing my Versamark pad over a stencil from SSS then embossing with clear powder. After heat setting it, I rubbed Distress inks all over the top then splattered with some white acrylic paint. I also embossed the edges to mimic the feel of snow.
Added the banner and a fun little star at the top.
Registered: August 15, 2007 Location: Twin Cities MN Posts: 50711
Fri, Dec 25, 2015 @ 7:58 AM
Fabulous card Karen and I LOVED hearing about your funny and festive celebration! Sounds like a blast!! Merry Christmas to you and yours...and have a great day!!
Registered: March 9, 2005 Location: OH Posts: 28553
Fri, Dec 25, 2015 @ 5:05 PM
Karen, your card is beautiful. What a fun tradition. I'd have loved that tradition. Still smiling thinking of your friend's visit. Wonderful memories for your kids.
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Fri, Dec 25, 2015 @ 5:44 PM
This is so pretty! I love all the little details, and it really does represent Tiffany's style. Love the fun story, too - everyone should be like that with their bestie! Merry Christmas!
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