However, several hours after the first pic attempt I have finally got a reasonable one!
I took some fern and pine needle stamps, inked them in Versa Summer Sky and just stamped randomly at the bottom and sides of the card.
The 'Snowberry' is from an old Elusive Images (Chocolate Baroque) set and heat embossed in silver.
Some of the berries are simple outlines so I added some silver Nuvo Crystal drops to the larger ones. The die is a new purchase (a bargain!) and I silver embossed that too after cutting out.
So into the stash for Christmas - not a bad idea to try and do a couple of cards each month - I doubt if I will stick to it but will try!
We have had some snow showers today, although nothing has stuck but boy is it cold! So perhaps the blue/silver combo is just right for today!
Hope you are warm wherever you are!
Joining in at
SSS (Wednesday) - CAS
A2S+M - CAS
ABC Christmas - B for Berries
Christmas @Sweet Stampin - Anything Christmas
Craft Rocket - Winter
26 comments:
Such a wonderful idea to use the fern stamp and stamp in the pretty blue. Love the silver embossed accent of the snowberry and the addition of the nuvo crystal drops. Beautifully CAS and so very pretty x. Stay warm x
A very delicate and pretty card - love it. I have that Elusive Images stamp set as well - had it seemingly forever!
Well your perseverance paid off Viv, it's a lovely clear photograph. Gorgeous card Love all the stamps you've used x
So beautiful! I like how the silver one stands out from the blue ones. Classy wintery design.
So beautiful Viv, love it!
Wendy xx
Beautiful Viv x
Indeed all is merry and bright all around.
B x
Gorgeous CAS card love it
Carol x
Lovely card Viv!....and well done you for a cracking start on your Christmas cards. xx
Beautiful and arsty card Viv. I always am inspired when I come by for a visit!! Love the beautiful soft blue you've used with your fern stamps, and the gorgeous branch and berries done in silver. Elegant card! Photos are always tough of any mettalic embossing. Thanks for sharing with us at CAS Christmas! xx
That's amazing!! Love it!!
Lovely soft blue stamped Viv and your silver die is gorgeous..xx
Beautifully done, love that soft blue with the touch of silver.
Viv, I love the non traditional fern on your Christmas card in that beautiful soft blue, Gorgeous card. Thanks for joining us at CAS Christmas :)
Lovely card, well done! Thanks for joining us at Craft Rocket Challenges.
groetjes, Ellen
Your card is exquisite, Viv! I'm sorry you had to take so many photos. Sometimes that happens to me, as well, and it can be frustrating. It's a fabulous creation! So glad you uploaded your project to Christmas at the Sweet Stampin’ Challenge so I could come visit. Your artwork is a delight! Hope to see more of your pretty submissions in the future. Please check back to see if you are a selected DT favorite!
Warm Smiles,
de
{Creative Smiles - my little crafting world}
Love the delicate silver embossed twigs against the stamped 'greenery'!
So pleased you joined us at ATSM. :)
So elegant and pretty and the blue ferns look perfect with the silver foliage and sentiment Viv. Gorgeous. x
What an elegant card design.
Hugs Diane
CASimple and ever so lovely in those soft colours. Thanks for sharing over at ATSM.
I love how you've stamped the ferns and pine needles around the edges, Viv! But that dainty sprig of berries steals the show! Thanks so much for sharing with us at CAS Christmas!
Beautiful CAS card Viv, the ferns and diecut are so delicate, Cathy x
Really pretty and wintry. I've finally discovered, after years, that taking photos in the bathroom, at night with the light on, is the best place. I have no idea why.
Very Cute card.
Thanks for joining us at ABC Challenge
Julie T
fabulous card I love the blue and silver together, Thanks for joining in with our challenge at ABC Christmas Challenge,
hugs Samantha :0)
This is so pretty, blue and silver is always a nice combination. Thanks for joining us at the ABC Christmas Challenge.
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