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18 Oct

Hello, Crafters.

Yesterday we had a huge tree in our garden cut down. Unfortunately, it was leaning towards the house, and if it did fall, it would crush the house! We have several birdfeeders in our garden, which have plenty of visitors everyday. We’re just hoping that removing the tree won’t disturb them too much. Our neighbour has plenty of tall trees in his garden where they can sit and watch and wait for their turn on the feeders, so hopefully all will be well!

Today’s card is actually two cards which are more or less the same. When I had finished the first one, I wasn’t happy with it because I thought it was too busy! So I made another card, and reduced the “busyness”. I’m sharing them both and would appreciate knowing which card you prefer; the busy card or the not so busy card?

This is the NOT SO BUSY card

The busy card is the one below with the strip of ribbon underneath the row of elves. I had put everything together apart from Mrs. Claus, and then found there wasn’t really enough room for her! With hindsight I should not have used that image but chosen something smaller! Alternatively, I should have put the sentiment lower, which would have allowed me to put the ribbon and the elves lower! Oh, the benefit of hindsight.

This is the TOO BUSY card

I stamped the images of Mrs. Claus – which is from the Signs of Santa Stamp Set – using Black Stazon Ink. The colours of the Marker Pens I used to colour the images are Poppy Parade, Garden Green, Smokey Slate, and the retired Blush Blossom for the skin. Ooops! I’ve just noticed, I’ve missed colouring the hands in on the less busy card….ooops!

To decorate the inside of the card, I adhered a strip of the elves,  and then a strip of the polka dot design. The Designer Series Paper (DSP) is called Santa’s Workshop, and the elves are on the reverse side of the polka dots. The sentiment I’ve used, Christmas Blessings, is from the Christmas Pines Stamp Set.

We only have about three weeks until the Stampin’ Up! OnStage Convention, and this time it’s more exciting than normal for me! Not only is there going to be eight of my team going, but with the help of Maire, who’s the Silver Elite in my team, we are going a day early so we can have a day crafting together! This will enable me to do some team training first of all, and then we can craft away for the rest of the day! I’ll share the projects with you once I get back. As my team stretches from the south of England up to the north of Scotland, and many places in between, it’s going to be a great opportunity for all of us to get to know each!. I think I’d better get on with some swaps, and sooner rather than later! Happy days!

That’s it from me today, so until tomorrow, happy crafting.

JanB.

Products Used

Poppy Parade A4 Cardstock

Poppy Parade A4 Cardstock
[121694]
£8.00

Whisper White A4 Card Stock

Whisper White A4 Card Stock
[106549]
£9.00

Santa's Workshop 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

Santa’s Workshop 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper
[147809]
£13.00

Signs Of Santa Photopolymer Bundle

Signs Of Santa Photopolymer Bundle
[149967]
£45.00

Christmas Pines Photopolymer Stamp Set

Christmas Pines Photopolymer Stamp Set
[142049]
£33.00

Big Shot

Big Shot
[143263]
£102.00

Big Shot Magnetic Platform

Big Shot Magnetic Platform
[130658]
£37.00

Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies

Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies
[145372]
£28.00

Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad

Poppy Parade Classic Stampin’ Pad
[147050]
£7.00

Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

Poppy Parade Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill
[119791]
£3.50

Jet Black Stazon Ink Pad

Jet Black Stazon Ink Pad
[101406]
£8.25

Jet Black Stazon Ink Refill

Jet Black Stazon Ink Refill
[102566]
£6.50

Brights Stampin' Write Markers

Brights Stampin’ Write Markers
[147157]
£27.50

Regals Stampin' Write Markers

Regals Stampin’ Write Markers
[147155]
£27.50

Neutrals Stampin' Write Markers

Neutrals Stampin’ Write Markers
[147158]
£27.50

Poppy Parade 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Textured Weave Ribbon

Poppy Parade 1/2″ (1.3 Cm) Textured Weave Ribbon
[147813]
£7.00

Paper-Piercing Tool

Paper-Piercing Tool
[126189]
£3.75

Paper Snips Scissors

Paper Snips Scissors
[103579]
£9.25

Grid Paper

Grid Paper
[130148]
£11.00

Liquid Multipurpose Glue

Liquid Multipurpose Glue
[110755]
£3.75

SNAIL Permanent Adhesive

SNAIL Permanent Adhesive
[104332]
£6.25

SNAIL Permanent Adhesive Refill

SNAIL Permanent Adhesive Refill
[104331]
£4.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

Stampin’ Dimensionals
[104430]
£3.75

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals
[144108]
£3.75

Tear & Tape Adhesive

Tear & Tape Adhesive
[138995]
£6.25


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  1. Linda says

    October 18, 2018 at 12:10 pm

    I like both cards, but prefer the less busy one. I look forward to your post and videos everyday, and always get inspired to go into my craft room and get busy.

    Reply
    • Jan says

      October 18, 2018 at 9:36 pm

      Many thanks, Linda. I’m so pleased you enjoy my daily blog and my videos. I really appreciate you support. Thank you. Happy crafting, JanB. xx

      Reply
  2. Sandra Warthen says

    October 18, 2018 at 2:35 pm

    I like the second card–mainly because of the two thin strips of real red above and below the elves. It showcases the elves so much better than the ribbon does. Thank you for all of your postings.

    Reply
    • Jan says

      October 18, 2018 at 9:34 pm

      Many thanks, Sandra. Yes, and I think the two strips are very discreet at the same time as doing a great job. Happy crafting, JanB. xx

      Reply
  3. geraldine says

    October 18, 2018 at 7:00 pm

    I see that you are on Cuteness roll, as this whole suite lends itself so beautifully! Love it!!

    Reply
    • Jan says

      October 18, 2018 at 9:30 pm

      Absolutely, Geraldine. I don’t normally go for something like this, but there’s something about it that really rocks my boat! Happy crafting, JanB. xx

      Reply
  4. Denise Johnson says

    October 19, 2018 at 7:53 am

    I love both but the one without the ribbons just edges out the one with.

    Reply
    • Jan says

      October 19, 2018 at 10:23 am

      Hi, Denise. Yes, I’m inclined to agree with you! I’m very much a “less is more” type of person! Happy crafting, JanB.

      Reply

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