Hello and happy weekend to each and every one of you. I've had my DT card done for 52CCT for more than a week but after the craziness of this past week (on a variety of levels) I found myself scrambling to get my post up. That seems to be the story of my existence lately and I'm starting to wonder what I would do with myself if I wasn't always scrambling to keep up with everything. At least I work well under pressure - lol. Anyhoo...I was super excited about Ruth's gorgeous color combo challenge this week at 52 {Christmas} Card Throwdown. Here's my card to share with and inspire you this week:
I'm using a new single stamp from Stampin Up!. Since I haven't yet purchased the coordinating die cut I just trimmed close around the sentiment and did some other layering. I made my own background by using a stamp from the Delicate Doilies stamp set (also SU). Really wanted to throw a couple other embellies on this just cause I love to use them so much - but it ultimately seemed just fine as it was, so I stuck with a clean but layered design.
My stack of Christmas card is getting pretty big now - how about the rest of you? If you are just getting started now is the perfect time to join along with us at 52CCT #21. If you've been playing along I know you gonna want to use this great color combo. The other ladies on the DT at 52CCT have made some amazing cards to share with you as well. Please go visit them and see.
Til next time friends... hugs and happy crafting! D
Beautifully clean, simple and elegant. I really like the way the verse on the label stands out with the pretty doily background. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteI like how you used this color combination for a sentiment only card. The sentiment is so decorative, and your card has a great Christmas feel to it!
ReplyDeleteThat stamp is AMAZING! I wonder why I didn't see it in the catty...hmmm. ;) LOVE the doily image with it, too! HUGS and hope you have a great week! :) Mynn xx
ReplyDeleteThis is such an elegant card Danielle - that's a beautiful stamp - Jacqueline xx
ReplyDeleteI think clean and layered was the right way to go with this one. Embellishments would have taken focus away from the big, bold sentiment. The doily makes a great snowflake!
ReplyDeleteI think clean and layered was the right way to go. Embellishments would probably have taken focus away from that big, bold sentiment. I love the doily - it looks so much like a snowflake!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous card Danielle, I love the layout and the pretty doily makes a lovely festive background! I think the clean look was the perfect way to go - really adds to the impact of the sentiment!
ReplyDeleteHave a great (and less busy & stressful!) week! Ruth x
Your stamped background reminds me of Spirograph, I used to love doing those as a child! I also don't remember seeing this sentiment stamp in the catalog but I do that all the time! Brilliant job with the colour combo Danielle
ReplyDeleteLouise xx