A most timely challenge, Lyn and perfect for the VSN 'Holiday Stories' open until December 24th.
My ATC coin is done for Ann's Polar Express (DEC18VSND). We were to use a child's image along with a train. There must be many mom's and dad's who have read this delightful book by Chris VanAllsburg to their children. I know it still brings joy in our household~ full of taller than myself sons. It is about keeping the magic of Christmas in our hearts.
I had to use this precious little guy stamped and fussy cut. He was placed onto the awesome BG 'Dasher' paper. The train was stamped directly onto the paper and embossed with clear ep. I added the die cut stars which had been embossed with 'Winter Wonderland' ep.
The scalloped bg has a sentiment stamped on the back: Always be on the lookout for a sense of WONDER. And that indeed seems to bring a peaceful sense of happiness.
May you all feel that wonder. Thanks for stopping by.
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Registered: March 31, 2008 Location: Eastlake, OH Posts: 22598
Mon, Dec 17, 2018 @ 5:38 PM
Only you could create this wonderful scene in 2 ½"! Love the combination of elements on this as well as the warm message it evokes. This is one of the most imaginative things I've seen!
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Registered: July 27, 2007 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 131381
Tue, Dec 18, 2018 @ 6:55 AM
I've never read the book nore seen the movie (it is one, isn't it?), but I love your trading coin inspired by it. The little pierrot image is so sweet. I still miss those wonderful distressed BG solid sheets. I even bought myself a suitable distress background stamp, I think I should use it more.
Registered: January 20, 2010 Location: Brampton, Ontario Posts: 26119
Tue, Dec 18, 2018 @ 7:29 AM
Boy I miss BG as well. Every time you use a bit of those papers I sigh a little! Love your little figure glancing at the stars and being delighted! Great little scene!
Registered: February 27, 2007 Location: LaCrosse, Wisconsin Posts: 39187
Tue, Dec 18, 2018 @ 8:49 AM
Love the Polar Express, have loved it ever since the book came out. I have a little Brio train of it, complete with the bell. Beautiful representation of the magic.
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