MERRY CHRISTMAS!

CHRISTMAS

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Every time a hand reaches out
To help another....that is Christmas
Every time someone puts anger aside
And strives for understanding
That is Christmas

Every time people forget their differences
And realize their love for each other
That is Christmas

May this Christmas bring us
Closer to the spirit of human understanding
Closer to the blessing of peace!

~~ Author Unknown

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL MY FAMILY, FRIENDS & ALSO TO ALL MY BLOGGING BUDDIES!!  I WISH THE BEST CHRISTMAS EVER TO YOU ALL!

Waltzingmouse Sketch Challenge #28

I love making these tall cards as I call them.  They fit perfectly into a legal sized envelope.  The card measures 9 x 3.5.  I used the above sketch from Waltzingmouse.

what I used............................

Kraft cardstock

DCWV - Doodlin' Around paper pack

Cricut cartridge - Christmas Cheer 

paper doiley

pearls

craft fine glitter for ornament

Martha Stewart glitter tinsel

stamp

paper glaze

adhesive

bakers twine

Snowflake Christmas Card

I've spent most of today addressing Christmas cards for friends and family and I discovered that I was short a few cards.  So here's one I just whipped up and I have a few more to do.  I kept it simple and I really do like it.  Well.......off to make up some more cards.  I can't believe I'm still making cards at this time in December, they should have all been mailed a week or so ago!!!

Candy Cane Christmas Mouse

Whether used as gift tags or just given as sweet presents all by themselves, these candy Christmas mice are sure to cause a stir.  Visit  Disney Family Fun for 

easy directions.

The Shabby Tea Room - Week #40 - Warm & Snuggly

 

This week the challenge over at The Shabby Tea Room is called Warm & Snuggly.  We were to use felt or fleece on our project.  We were given a great photo of stacked very colorful fleece/felt as our inspiration.  I dug around in my button collection and chose very colorful buttons, added Martha Stewart's glitter tinsel, tied on brightly colored ric-rac,( the red is made of felt) added a couple of bells and hung it on my tree!!

Elf & Candy Canes

Another fun project that you can do with your kidlets!

Here is the link to find the directions and pattern for this great project.

http://www.favecrafts.com/Kids-Holiday-Crafts/Elf-Candy-Cane-Holder#

Missed the challenge deadline..............

I made this card last week for a color challenge.  We were to use the colors PEAR, ROSE & CHOCOLATE BROWN.  Well.........I missed the deadline and could not enter.  But, I wanted to share it here on my blog anyway.  I hope you all had a fabulous weekend.  I did!

FREE WINE LABELS!

       Wine for the Holidays

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  I think these labels are great and what a fun way to gift a bottle of vino!!!

AUNT CATHERINE'S CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS - 1985

 

Aren't these the best ever!  My great Aunt Catherine from New Jersey made me this set of Christmas balls back in, I think 1985.  At the time she gave them to me (I hate to admit) I wasn't thrilled with decorating with them (not my style) as I was young and dumb!!!  Today as I was going through some of my Christmas stuff I came upon them and to my delight......I loved 'em!!  It was like finding a hidden treasure.  Aunt Catherine put a lot of love into these ornaments and this year I am honoring her by using them on my dining room table.  We lost her many years ago and I hope she knows that her creations are being displayed with pride this Christmas.

FUN PROJECT FOR THE KIDLETS!

Peppermints are the coolest holiday sweets -- especially when transformed into edible hanging ornaments. Lay five or so peppermint candies in a circle to form a wreath; bond sides together with icing. Adorn front with cinnamon candies or mints. Let dry two hours before hanging. Loop twine around ornament; knot.

I found this fun and easy project for our kidlets to make at Martha Stewart for kids.  This would also be really cute made with large colorful buttons!!  I might have to try making one in buttons.  If I do......I'll be back to share it with ya all!

MIA'S VISIT WITH SANTA!

 

This is my almost 3 year old granddaughter, Mia.  Her daddy took her to see Santa yesterday and she would not sit on his lap, NO WAY!!  My son talked her into sitting right next to Santa.  I think this is one adorable photo!

Get Sketchy #67

My daughter and I went Christmas shopping this morning.  I did get a few gifts for some of my grandkidlets. I still have more shopping to do and I'm running out of time, yikes!  When I got home I grabbed this sketch from Get Sketchy and got my card made for this weeks challenge.

what I used......................

Basic Gray - jovial

Kraft cardstock

glitter star - Cricut George cartridge

lace

bling - Mark Richards crystal stickers

Martha Stewart tinsel glitter

craft glitter

Versa Magic chalk ink

thread

paper glaze

Waltzingmouse Sketch Challenge #26 & COLOUR Q Challenge #61

 

I'm just in a card making mood today.  I just completed this one for the Waltzingmouse Sketch Challenge & COLOUR Q Challenge #61  We were provided the above sketch and colors for our inspiration.  I've turned into a glitter queen......LOL!!

what I used......................

Kraft cardstock

DCWV Doodlin' Around stack

glitter star made by me

binding

Versa Magic chalk ink

bling

sequin snowflake - Darice

silk flower

paper glaze

Martha Stewart tinsel glitter

snowflake stamp

alpha stamps

Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge #167

We were given a fun sketch to play with this week over at Mojo Monday.  We could either make a square or round card using the sketch.  I have never made a round card, so I gave it a try and this is my version of the sketch.  I hope everyone is having a fabulous weekend.  Its kind of a jammie day for me as its cold and a little rainy today.  No need to leave the house!!

what I used.................

Basic Grey - jovial

Kraft cardstock

music paper from the thrift store

snowflake - Cricut cartridge Christmas Cheer

Darice glitter

Martha Stewart tinsel glitter

paper glaze

Versa Magic chalk ink

snowflake stamp

bling

bakers twine
alpha stamps

Waltzingmouse Sketch Challenge #25

Good mornin' to all my blogging buddies.  This card has been finished for a couple of days and I finally had the time to get it posted.  Thanks again Waltzingmouse for another great sketch!

what I used..................................

Basic Grey - jovial

Kraft cardstock

music paper bought at a thrift store

snowflakes - Cricut cartridge Christmas Cheer

buttons

bling

binding

Darice hemp glitter cord

snowflake stamp

craft glitter

Martha Stewart tinsel glitter

Versa Magic ink