I used different colors but used one focal image, the stocking and then just stamped Christmas words all over the background in coordinating ink. I stitched the stocking with embroidery thread and then I stamped my daughter's dog on the cuff. They are moving to FL in December so I am sure going to miss them (we are in NC). She wants to start "over" somewhere new as she says and it's so funny because they are moving to where I grew up. Same town and everything and she will only know one other person, plus my mom and sister are there. So I will be visiting more often I am sure. I was going to do another stocking for her but wasn't sure "Emily" would fit onto a "cuff" so I did her dog's name instead.
Now that it's cooling off some in the Carolina's I can start on my Christmas cards. Not sure how many I will stitch but will do a few for sure.
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Fun holiday card, Sherri! I like the stitching on the stocking and word BG! Sounds like you have a great reason to visit your hometown, with more family to see!
Registered: June 4, 2009 Location: Deatsville, Alabama Posts: 83925
Sun, Sep 24, 2023 @ 1:05 PM
Sherri, this is a Very cute idea. Love the stitching. Darling card!
After she moves you will probably be making her a lot more cards.
I know your heart is missing her already, mine is about to move 11 miles away from me (right now she is right next door) and I am missing her already. Hugz
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Registered: February 19, 2011 Location: Fullerton, CA Posts: 15375
Sun, Sep 24, 2023 @ 2:41 PM
Wonderful CASE and I'm glad it inspired you to created that fun holiday bg. The stitching on the stocking is super and then personalizing it for the dog is just plain fun. Great card.
I guess your daughter's move is the perfect excuse to visit "home" more often. What a lovely reunion it will be each time.
Registered: November 3, 2005 Location: Fairport Harbor, OH-IO, Lake Erie shoreline Posts: 60382
Sun, Sep 24, 2023 @ 3:16 PM
How cute! I would miss my daughters so much if they moved. Our son is only 3 hrs. away, but it seems like miles and miles. Anyway, what a cute , cute card for your DD. I like the dog's name on the stocking.
I see lots of travel in your future!
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Sherri, this is a great case of Betty's inspiration card. I love your take of the layout and the sweet stitched stocking. The simple red background with the red sentiments is perfect.