Christmas

[Mystik Nat]

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Come share your cards celebrating all things Christmas in this thread. :D

For tips on posting images, see here (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/showthread.php?p=5062695).

Please feel free to carry on......

[angeljakki]

Thank you for all your lovely comments about the snowman card.
I have gone for a fun card with santa.
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FIS8zVJSMyM/SRq0fLGNaHI/AAAAAAAAA9U/JtHAoX15Lqo/s400/sunny+christmas

[gwyneth 123]

Fab cards these last few days girls.
Love that snowman Angeljakki - how did you do his waistcoat?

ETA - just had a look at your blog, what a really good idea to layer it like that - your blog is fab !

[tracygough]

Love the cool Santa, that would be perfect for my relatives in Oz.

Made this one yesterday, sorry it's another done on the Cricut, and the horse really rocks! :)
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_prC_ZA6tMzw/SRq_Eb2AG-I/AAAAAAAAAqg/Gnxtg934gSY/s400/Rocking+horse+card+008.JPG

[Mystik Nat]

Just a quick one - but I really need to be quicker at this whole Christmas card making malarky! :lol:

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/kool_kitty_musings/images/2008/11/12/cad_179_june_28_2008.jpg

[elwoodsusanm]

LET IT SNOW (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=178073&ppuser=10220)
Made entirely on the Craftrobo :)

[Mole]

Wow, these are fab!

[g61]

Here's (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=178092&cat=501) a very small selection of my cards.

[Mole]

A great selection, g61 !

[CraftyCaz]

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9oW3Q4M_yJQ/SR1NT-IVaiI/AAAAAAAABxg/5qlKci3fj2Q/s400/CCT-Red-%26-Green.jpg
Here is another Xmas card from me...now up to 37 made. This is for the CCT challenge to use Red & Green this week....details are HERE (http://aloadofoldblogocks.blogspot.com/2008/11/cute-card-thursday-challenge-36-red.html) on my Blog.
Caz
x

[~amanda~]

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/picture.php?albumid=519&pictureid=9619


thought i would have a go with the sewing machine, also used stampin up heat and stick with there dazzling diamonds

[lisawilson]

Lovely cards Ladies. I am off to the local crop tomorrow so hoping to get loads of cards done.

Caz, I cant believe you have done 37 already. How many more to make?. Also, what pens do you use to colour your stamps in as I have been using watercolour pencils but want something brighter and your always look fabby x Just spotted on your blog its pro markers. Are they easy to buy online?

[CraftyCaz]

Just spotted on your blog its pro markers. Are they easy to buy online?

Best place to buy is from Bryony at Silly Monkey Crafts....fab price, and free shipping when you spend over £15...and shopping points too.
Caz
x

[CraftyCaz]

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_9oW3Q4M_yJQ/SR6meu8PeJI/AAAAAAAABxo/7d3WVRssB2U/s400/FS-Sketch-28-by-Mumur.jpg
Here is a card I made yesterday...this was xmas card number 39...Details can be found HERE (http://aloadofoldblogocks.blogspot.com/2008/11/friday-sketchers-sketch-28-by-mumur-of.html) on my Blog.

Caz
x

[reward]

wow these cards are fabulous! ive never really done the whole card making thing well many moons ago but not with stamps, do you all tend to paint them or what? my painting looks pretty naf on this little moose i have

[craftybea]

lovely cards wheres the sunbathing santa from? Bea

[lisawilson]

Best place to buy is from Bryony at Silly Monkey Crafts....fab price, and free shipping when you spend over £15...and shopping points too.
Caz
x

Thanks Caz. My birthday is coming up so will inform hubby :P

[angeljakki]

lovely cards wheres the sunbathing santa from? Bea

Its a High hopes stamp and Silly monkey sponsors on here sell it.

[angeljakki]

Here is a card using the magnolia stamps
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FIS8zVJSMyM/SR9MG106mYI/AAAAAAAAA98/Vnoy0-xjhm8/s400/christmas+love3.jpg

[craftingkaren]

Jakki that card is gorgeous, the colouring is really good.
Here is one ive made today, and lots more on my blog if youre interested.
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y232/craftingkaren/christmas5.jpg

[CraftyCaz]

Cute Bear Karen, How did you make him?
Caz
x

[CraftyCaz]

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9oW3Q4M_yJQ/SSEgUb7nB9I/AAAAAAAAByI/0O7C14Ubs7k/s400/Magnolia-v-Stampavie-Week-3.jpg

Another card I made with the new Winter Stamp Club, with a sketch from a challenge blog. Details HERE (http://aloadofoldblogocks.blogspot.com/2008/11/magnolia-v-stampavie-week-2-tie-that.html) on my Blog.
Caz
x

[silverst170]

Another Christmas one from me too Christmas Bay Windowhere (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=178327&ppuser=16646)

[CraftyCaz]

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9oW3Q4M_yJQ/SSKF7SsO47I/AAAAAAAAByQ/hMZ17ANPLcc/s400/Ismaki-%26-PTW---Let-it-Snow.jpg
Another Christmas card from me...I am now up to 42. Details can be found on my Blog...HERE (http://aloadofoldblogocks.blogspot.com/2008/11/combined-challenges.html)
Caz
x

[caryn]

Here's one I have made today. I have been doing them slowly over the last few weeks (they're on my blog if you scroll down through the page).

Tracey, I adore your rocking horse card. I also loved the bauble one you did. Congrats on winning that prize, it was stunning.

[tracygough]

Lovin all your cards Caz, your colouring is amazing!

Karen your bear card is so cute.

Tina love all the intricate detail on you window card.

Wow, Caryn that's gorgeous!

Here's a couple i've made this week,

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_prC_ZA6tMzw/SSF3132VJ2I/AAAAAAAAArM/GXbF8gxX7EY/s400/Christmas+hugs+%26+kisses+004.JPGhttp://3.bp.blogspot.com/_prC_ZA6tMzw/SSKy_OyedRI/AAAAAAAAArc/SR1_rqft4hM/s400/Minnie+Christmas+card+001.JPG

[CraftyCaz]

WoW Tracy...they are both gorgeous. Love all the detail on the Robin card, and I love the holly border on the Minnie Mouse card..fab!
Caz
x

[caryn]

Tracy, HOW do you know to put those pp's together - that TERRIFIES me! lol. It just looks awesome! That Minnie card is beautiful.

[gwyneth 123]

Wow some really fantastic cards on here since I last looked.

That paper looks so much nicer with Minnie on it than sitting in my box since last christmas Tracy LOL.

[angeljakki]

great cards and I love disney too and that card is lovely.
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FIS8zVJSMyM/SSNaJvljsZI/AAAAAAAABAE/FuDLIvz_X7w/s400/winter+wishes.jpg
These are from the winter hanglar kit.

[~amanda~]

great cards, pff to have a peep at your blogs

[silverst170]

Beautiful Cards Ladies

[lisawilson]

stunning cards everyone. I think I have about another 20 to make. Just ordered a few more stamps so some of them arrived today so off to have a play and really must get some cards made rather than playing with them:P

[Mole]

Caryn, love your snowflake wreath!

[angeljakki]

todays pastel creation
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FIS8zVJSMyM/SSVS8kF6fcI/AAAAAAAABAs/2j2nZH6MLRw/s400/Christmas+with+love+copy.jpg

[janetlinda56]

Heres some christmas cars I have made
http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/500/thumbs/img025.jpg (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=178470)
http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/500/thumbs/STA71381.JPG (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=178471)

[caryn]

Made a few christmas cards over the last couple of weeks. Love this time of year - do you think it's too early for decorations?

[angeljakki]

Lovely cards caryn and I'm itching to get the decorations out but I always try to hold of to the 12 days before something we have done for years

[caryn]

I'm afraid I'm way too impatient for that. The whole lot goes up uon the 1st December!

[misteejay]

I was lucky enough to attend an all-day card workshop and these are the cards I produced...not sure I'll be able to part with them though :rolleyes:

[Mole]

Looks like you had a great day, Toni!!!!!!

[lbuick1]

Lovely cards all
Lorraine

[CraftyCaz]

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9oW3Q4M_yJQ/SSZ8oDPy_lI/AAAAAAAAByw/mk6XxkuCkGU/s400/CCT-Snowflakes.jpg
Here is my latest Xmas card. Details are HERE (http://aloadofoldblogocks.blogspot.com/2008/11/cute-card-thursday-challenge-37-snow.html) on my Blog.
Caz
x

[lbuick1]

Heres the card I made for Mum & Dad for Christmas. Hope you like it.
Lorraine

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/picture.php?albumid=690&pictureid=9905

[lisawilson]

great cards everyone.

Toni - I dont blame you for wanting to hold on to the cards

Caryn - love the colours you have used for your cards and no, Its not to early for decorations

Caz, love the colours of this card

Lorraine - I'm sure your mum and da with love this card.

Angeljakkie - love this stamp and the papers are lush

Janet - what a great selection you have made. You must have been busy

[Maxmara]

Congratulations all on these beautiful cards. The colours are so vibrant and I love the contemporary styles. Very inspirational.

[g61]

You can see some more of my cards here (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=178547&ppuser=15835) and here (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=178546&ppuser=15835). As you can see I go for the quick-and-simple style....

I am lost in admiration at the artistic effort you guys put in!

[Sav]

I really love everyone's card you are all so talanted, as I have never coloured in cards before can anyone let me know what the best way to do it is and what to use, many thanks.

[hazgizz]

Finally got round to doing some cards - as usual just like me plain and simple :lol:

[silverst170]

Beautiful Cards Hazel

[hazgizz]

Thanks Tina. Not in the league of most you ladies on here but I'm happy that I've made some! Got about another 40 to go :o

[silverst170]

LOL
I haven't made one yet to send ............. I suppose I bettter get a move on

[dozyrosy]

They're not really my style but I do love the clean simple lines and bright colours on your cards Hazel! There's no harm in plain and simple cards - they can be very elegant and stylish, and I think these really stand out.

Rosemary

[elwoodsusanm]

Finally got round to doing some cards - as usual just like me plain and simple :lol:
Hazel, they are lovely. Are they stamps? :)

[hazgizz]

Yes they are

[Mole]

I really ought to start making my own Christmas cards, oughtn't I???!!!!!! After all, it's December next week ... yikes!!!!!

[Mystik Nat]

LOL Mole, it's not for want of trying that I am currently having issues in the Christmas Card making dept!!! Grrrr... my one creative brain cell seems to have gone on a long winter holiday to exotic climbs, I will be surprised if it ever comes back. :lol:

But I have been loving all the cards posted here - so nice to see the festive spirit in full creative swing!

[lisawilson]

LOL Mole, it's not for want of trying that I am currently having issues in the Christmas Card making dept!!! Grrrr... my one creative brain cell seems to have gone on a long winter holiday to exotic climbs, I will be surprised if it ever comes back. :lol:

But I have been loving all the cards posted here - so nice to see the festive spirit in full creative swing!

I am the same - I keep trying and trying but nothing is happening. I am going to stamp some tonight and get making

Lovely cards ladies.

Hazel love the tilda stamps you have used

[lisawilson]

I really love everyone's card you are all so talanted, as I have never coloured in cards before can anyone let me know what the best way to do it is and what to use, many thanks.


I use water colour pencils and stamp with stazon on watercolour paper or my most recent purchase has been Promarkers ( all thanks to Caz :lol::lol: )and they are amazing but you have to watch which paper you stamp onto as they can bleed.

I am sure all the talented ladies on here will be able to give you more ideas

[Sav]

Thank you Lisa for your help.

[hazgizz]

Gave up on the stamped images

[Mystik Nat]

Oh that is nice Hazel, did you emboss the background with a Cuttlebug folder?

Well I am finally posting what I made at the weekend, not the best effort or results by far, but at least these ones didn't end up in the bin!

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/cad_185_july_04_2008.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/cad_181_june_30_2008.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/cad_182_july_01_2008.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/cad_183_july_02_2008.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/cad_184_july_03_2008.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/cad_186_july_05_2008.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/cad_187_july_06_2008.jpg

Here's hoping I get my festive brain cell back! :lol:

[hazgizz]

Loving the bright vibrant colours and the snowman is so cute

The embossing on the card is one of those CB edges so I just did it at the top and the bottom if that makes sense

[Mystik Nat]

Oh yes, I have heard about those, never seen them in action though. :)

[hazgizz]

I love them - going to look see if there are any xmas ones at our crop on Saturday - maybe holly leaves or something

[Mole]

Nat, some cool cards there!

[gwyneth 123]

Loving you cards Hazel & Nat.

I made one with that snowman from BG last week too but I forgot to take a pic before I sold it on Friday.:(

Must try & take some photos of mine but I keep forgetting !! Here's one, it's decoupage but I really don't have the patience to make many - too fiddly for me !

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb146/jongwyn/Cards/Christamas%20Cards/Snowmandecopage.jpg

Come on then Mole, lets see what you can do with that new Cricut:D

[lisawilson]

Hazel - love the card. really like the edges just embossed like that.

Nat - really like these. Love the bright colours

Gwyneth, the decoupage is really effective but can imagine it could be fidly. never tried it myself but have watched in amazement at a crop when someone spent the whole crop doing this. love it though but like you I dont think I would have the patience to do loads

[Mystik Nat]

Well here are a couple more I made this evening, seem to be on an American Crafts and Ki kick of late:

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/cad_188_july_07_2008.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/cad_189_july_08_2008.jpg

[gwyneth 123]

Love these two Nat, especially the merry & bright one :)

[Mole]

Nat, love the way you've created the pressies, can I copy??!!!
Gwyneth - I've cut some shapes from the cricut, and have tried working out how to creat word-shape cards - eg NOEL and JOY. I need some more time to practice and try cutting them at bigger sizes, but KI think I may be heading in the right direction! I've a day off tomorrow so might have some time then to experiment.

[hazgizz]

Nat on your 'peace' card is that the CB embossing folder? How did you make it blingy?

[Mystik Nat]

Sure you can Mole - I seem to always do a few cards like this each year as scraps left over from others are great for making pressies! :D

Hazel, it's not blingy, it's just single-sided "cardstock" - like thick patterned paper - in the embossing folder and I've just sanded it back, works really well on that gingerbread coloured sheet. :) Also a nice way of using up bigger scraps! If you have any cardstock with a white core like DCWV I am sure you'd get the same result. :D

[hazgizz]

I was thinking of using it to make my gift tags for pressys. Maybe using a scalloped punch and then the folder - never tried sanding cardstock before! Is it just ordinary bazzill

[dozyrosy]

Gwyneth - I've cut some shapes from the cricut, and have tried working out how to creat word-shape cards - eg NOEL and JOY. I need some more time to practice and try cutting them at bigger sizes, but KI think I may be heading in the right direction! I've a day off tomorrow so might have some time then to experiment.

If you look in my gallery I have a concertina type NOEL word I made on my Craft Robo - it's just letters welded together and cut from an A4 sheet of card. If you can't cut that big on the cricut, try cutting each letter separately with a little hinge added so that you can glue them together. It's worth looking too at some of our CR designs as there are some nice examples of welded words and numbers in our templates and galleries that might help with ideas.

HTH, Rosemary

[Mystik Nat]

Nope it's not Bazzill, this is old KI Memories single-sided "cardstock" - you need a cardstock that has a white core so DCWV would fit that bill.

Otherwise try it with thick paper like BG, Crate or American Crafts - AC's double-sided sheets are rather thick and you could use the plain side rather than the patterned one. :)

[feline]

Hello...can I share some Christmas cards with you that I've been making using Basic Grey :)

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/BasicGreyCard.jpg

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/SantaSleighCard.jpg

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/ReindeerCard.jpg

Thank you...you all make gorgeous cards, I'm still a bit new to this cardmaking game :lol:

[OnTheScrapHeap]

ooooooooh I like these.... but I just LOVE that 3rd one ..... I'll send you my addy LOLOL :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Mole]

If you look in my gallery I have a concertina type NOEL word I made on my Craft Robo - it's just letters welded together and cut from an A4 sheet of card. If you can't cut that big on the cricut, try cutting each letter separately with a little hinge added so that you can glue them together. It's worth looking too at some of our CR designs as there are some nice examples of welded words and numbers in our templates and galleries that might help with ideas.

HTH, Rosemary

Thanks Rosemary, I'll go for a nose! :lol:

[feline]

ooooooooh I like these.... but I just LOVE that 3rd one ..... I'll send you my addy LOLOL :lol: :lol: :lol:

:lol: Thank you :)

[nin2three]

lovely cards ladies and gents hugs Cathy

[CraftyCaz]

Great cards Claire. Here is one I made last night....

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_9oW3Q4M_yJQ/STEpfPVtwqI/AAAAAAAACUg/uAArhhmJOpQ/s400/FS-Sketch-%2330.jpg

Details of all items are on my Blog....HERE (http://aloadofoldblogocks.blogspot.com/2008/11/friday-sketchers-sketch-30.html).
Caz
x

[clairewill]

Love your cards Claire, and that is so cute Caz! I'm finding this thread really inspirational :)

Here's a few of my attempts (sorry the pictures are really dark!) -
http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/picture.php?albumid=1642&pictureid=10134
http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/picture.php?albumid=1642&pictureid=10130
http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/picture.php?albumid=1642&pictureid=10132

[G-ma]

These are all wonderful cards, It makes me want to make more when I look at them, G-ma

[feline]

Fantastic cards Caz & Claire :)

Can I share one my 7 year old son made for his Gran & Grandad...he's been off School poorly with a nasty cough and cold and we sat crafting together...he did everything himself from choosing the stamps to all the colouring with Marvy Le Plume...so proud :wub:

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/EJChristmasCard.jpg

[elwoodsusanm]

He has done an excellent job :) Well done :D

[clairewill]

That is fab, is that his first card? If so, he must have a natural talent!

[feline]

Thanks ladies...he was so pleased with himself and yes it was his first attempt at cardmaking, wish my first one was as good :lol: :lol:

[craft fairy]

Well. I'm not going for conventional here, but this is my latest. Not too much giggling please.

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2144/10048433/18103594/345406535.jpg
Yvonne

[Mystik Nat]

Caz, I love how you've used the Elsie papers - really lovely.

Wow Claire! You've been busy, I love your trim the tree card especially!

And feline Claire, your 7 yo certainly has picked up the card making genes! Truly fab card there! :D

Yvonne - I am sure whoever gets that card will be laughing their socks off! hehe

[hazgizz]

Great cards girls!

loving the old lady! How fab is that stamp. Can I ask what make it is. That would be perfect to send to my best friend :lol:

[JAniemay]

Lovely cards on here - I'm gathering lots of inspiration. Here's a few I made last week. I'm almost finished with my list. Trouble is I'm always thinking of someone else to add!

Haven't got round to making one for my other half yet - but no doubt I will on Christmas Eve !!!

Jane

[tracygough]

Wow, you have all been busy and produced some really stunning cards. I've been a bit slow with making my Christmas cards, but i've made these two recently.

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_prC_ZA6tMzw/STALyAAxoAI/AAAAAAAAAtQ/Zp_Oh_Hn1Es/s400/NOEL+card+1.jpg http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_prC_ZA6tMzw/STEPLZo_OuI/AAAAAAAAAtg/DVvOxY4pfo8/s400/Merry+Christmas+snowman1.jpg

[~~Lynne~~]

Stunning cards everyone :)

[feline]

OMG Tracy those cards are truly stunning... gorgeous :)

Where on earth do you begin :wacko:

[Biscuitlid]

ooh Tracey, they are beautiful

[CraftyCaz]

They are amazing Tracy....I can see some happy recipients.
Caz
x

[craftingkaren]

Tracy those cards are gorgeous, Santa are you listening i need a cricut, LOL!
here is a card ive made today more are on my blog
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y232/craftingkaren/magnoliaxmas1.jpg

[Mystik Nat]

Wow Tracy, that is a seriously amazing technique! So effective!!

[tingturaNiklas]

Not your usual Christmas card, but then again, Im not the usual cardmaker :P

The text reads "Ha en Underbar Jul" which is swedish and means "Have a wonderful Christmas".

[hazgizz]

Fabulous cards ladies

[jeanB]

Not your usual Christmas card, but then again, Im not the usual cardmaker :P

The text reads "Ha en Underbar Jul" which is swedish and means "Have a wonderful Christmas".

Love it !

[tingturaNiklas]

Thanks jeanB!

Fabulous cards ladies

...and gentlemen? ;)

[hazgizz]

Oops - sorry :lol:

[CraftyCaz]

Not your usual Christmas card, but then again, Im not the usual cardmaker :P

The text reads "Ha en Underbar Jul" which is swedish and means "Have a wonderful Christmas".

This is fab....I love the ring pull embellishment...LOL
Caz
x

[feline]

More cards I've had a go at today :)

BTW - Lovin' the monster, thats the sort of image I need for my boys cards ;)

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/BeMerryCard.jpg http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/SnowflakeCard2.jpg

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/TreeCard.jpg

[jo]

They're lovely Claire. I love that tree at the bottom.

[elwoodsusanm]

HUBBY 2008 (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=179268&cat=500)
Made on the Craftrobo

[tingturaNiklas]

Made a card for a challenge (no patterned papers) using just a white paper, blue distress pad and some stamps. Yea, and a mask, spunge etc :)

The text reads "JulKram!" which i swedish meaning "Christmas Hug!"

[Biscuitlid]

After admiring all the gorgeous card on here I thought I'd better get cracking on mine this year! These are a few of the ones I made for my mum in law this week:

Used pink petticoat papers, some embellishments out of a very old Christmas kit, nestabilities, cookie cutters and DCWV ribbon:

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/7246/medium/Christmas_3.JPG

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/7246/medium/Christmas_2.JPG

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/7246/medium/Christmas_13.JPG

Victoria
x

[Mole]

More yummy cards, girls!

[Biscuitlid]

some more from me
http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/7246/medium/Christmas_6.JPG

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/7246/medium/Christmas_5.JPG

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/7246/medium/Christmas_4.JPG

Victoria
x

[Valentine]

If you stuck for Christmas card ideas - I'm posting 'a card a day' for the next 10 days on our blog - hopefully will inspire you a little xxx

[Pink Chocolate]

card a day, i need to do at least 10 a day to get anywhere near what i need ive pmd you for blog details as i used to love reading your blog but cant find the link again now

[jo]

Lovely cards Victoria especially that snowman!!:D

[Mystik Nat]

Wow, so many amazing cards!

Claire I especially love your tree card - is it a stamp? Not that I need more, but I feel compelled to ask the details! :P

[ceep]

Right now I'm getting my butt kicked in a Christmas Card contest. Some good stuff there! Vote for your favorite:

http://tipjunkie.blogspot.com/2008/12/christmas-card-contest-vote-now.html

Carol

[Valentine]

Card 5 is now up!!! - Im beginning to feel all christmassy now :)
xxx

[misteejay]

Some really fab cards :)

I've been on a bit of a production line roll as it finally hit me that there wasn't much time to get all my cards done, written and sent/delivered :rolleyes: I've posted pics of some of them on my blog (http://misteejay.blogspot.com/)

Lovin all the cards that I'm seeing on here :wub:

[germgirl]

Wasn't sure where to put this, it's a Christmas theme thank you card. For the lady at work who organised our Secret Santa today, she's only been there a few months and she organised us rabble, brought in food and drink, sorted out a room, a Santa and all the other bits. We had a great time! She didnt even participate herself as she said it wouldnt have been fair for her to do so! So, I made her this card and a few of us are going to buy her some chocs and smellies.
Anyway, I used last years blonde moments papers (might have even been the years before?!) and some doodlebug and Mm stickers.
it's quite 'thick' with lots of layers and brads, hence the rubbish scan :)

[elwoodsusanm]

It's lovely :)

[feline]

Wow, so many amazing cards!

Claire I especially love your tree card - is it a stamp? Not that I need more, but I feel compelled to ask the details! :P

Sorry I keep forgetting I post in this thread occasionally :blink:

Yep its a stamp from Penny Black...its lovely, I can see me using it quite often :D

BTW you need it :lol: :lol: Of course I'm not encouraging you to buy much :ph34r: :lol:

[Cambiel]

I have been away from the forum for a little while but here is a selection of the Christmas cards I made.

[silverst170]

They are all lovely Chris and welcome back

[minus]

Forgot to put anything out this time but here is some of them..

[minus]

:)

[minus]

:love:

[minus]

:)

[minus]

:love:

[minus]

:rolleyes:

[minus]

:love:

[minus]

:wacko:

[Sandra]

Oh Minus, your creations are truly wonderful. You have been so busy with all your card making!! well done!!

[Sav]

Minus your cards are a total inspiration how I wish mine looked like that.

[kimmie_35]

minus your cards are wonderful... am so trying to get myself to make more cards... thank you for sharing...

[Ashy]

my latest christmas card! :P

[Sav]

What a lovely card Ashley love, the colours you have used. Well done for getting ahead for this year.

[Ashy]

thank you Val! :D yes, im deciding to get going with them this year...I always leave it till the last minute and stress! :rolleyes: so I'm being sensible for a change! don't know how long the inspiration will last though ! hehe :lol:

[caz890]

Ashy - Love your card, I have that stamp. Love the way you have edged the card too

[Ashy]

it's one of my favourite stamps Caz! it has great detail. the edging of the card was actually an accident hehe turned out ok in the end though!
More of this weeks efforts... :unsure: had to stick on some christmas films for the motivation. home alone and the grinch always does it :PB)

[Sav]

More fantastic cards, they are a great inspiration, perhaps I should start on some ready for this year.

[craft fairy]

This may not be your usual card for Christmas but, what the heck. Anything goes now days and this will make everyone laugh.

http://pic90.picturetrail.com/VOL2144/10048433/18103594/345406535.jpg (http://craftfairydesigns.blogspot.com/2009/07/christmas-in-july.html)

More details are on my blog (http://craftfairydesigns.blogspot.com/2009/07/christmas-in-july.html) too.

Yvonne

[Sav]

Yvonne, this is a great fun card, I love what you have done with the stamp.

[ladybug2008]

Here's some Christmas cards I made last year...not got round to this year's yet!
Have bought some new stamps ready tho :)

Karen

[ladybug2008]

and some more....

Karen

[Sav]

Fantastic cards Karen.

[Julie-Ann]

Here's one I've just done with the new Christmas Smirk papers...........

[Beej]

Wow these cards are gorgeous, is it really sad that I am really excited about Christmas before Autumn :)

[kermit73]

Heres a little cutie I made last night on my blog (http://aloadofoldpickle.blogspot.com/)

How do you put piccies directly on here please? can't worl it out lol

Kerry x

[tracygough]

Kerry if the card is already on your blog, just right click on the picture, then go down to properties, copy the Address (URL), then click on the image icon up there^^^, then paste the copied address into the box, remember to delete the http:// that's already there. HTH
Great card btw.

[VAL DER RE]

Great cards everyone, have had a couple of days off so have been thinking about this year's cards and trying to decide what I fancy doing.

This year I quite fancy a nice nativity scene, I would love it if Magnolia brought out an Edwin/Tilda nativity scene. So, if anyone has seen any really nice nativity or wise men stamps please let me know.

[passionflower]

Ooh I ve started my Chirstmas cards and gifts as well, shocking really for me:o
A Z fold card and the set containes 3 cards and a set of coasters made from stamped stone tiles with felt feet to protect the furniture.
http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1482/7044979/20408809/373040857.jpg http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1482/7044979/20408809/373040808.jpg
Used Stampinup stamps.:D

[TracyG_04]

Love those cards they are gorgeous. How did you do the snow, it looks so puffy!

[TracyG_04]

Great cards everyone, have had a couple of days off so have been thinking about this year's cards and trying to decide what I fancy doing.

This year I quite fancy a nice nativity scene, I would love it if Magnolia brought out an Edwin/Tilda nativity scene. So, if anyone has seen any really nice nativity or wise men stamps please let me know.

Pink Gem Designs (http://www.pinkgemdesigns.com/catalog/winter-christmas-c-27.html?page=2&sort=3a) have 2 nativity stamps on that page and a little donkey on the previous one, very cute.

[bramblepie]

tracey why did you show me the donkey stamp
I got the qk nativity
got some iris folding templates they nice but unless I start early ts always a mad rush and they never get done
I really like last years magnolia with the candle but wonder what will be this years will be

[VAL DER RE]

Monica, as usual your cards are beautiful, they always look so professional.

[Maureenp]

Just made this card using my new Hero Arts stamp :)
It's a 6 x 6" card that is folded back on itself ..... I don't know what thats called !!!

[mad about cats]

Not done any Christmas cards at all this year mind you I do have 116 cards left from last year lol so dont think I need to stress.

[beaumontfox]

I'm just going to panic once November gets here lol.

Got so much to do before Hallowe'en with getting this tour scrapbook done, about 50:wacko::wacko: calendars to make plsu al lthe bits I have to do towards our big Auction night on Hallowe'en I don't have time to eat or sleep let alone start thinking about Christmas!


Though I'm tempted to just go with a simple aperture greeting card done on the Cricut and then blinged up.

[lbuick1]

I made this christmas card for the promarker challenge. I hope you like it.
Lorraine :)

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/picture.php?albumid=690&pictureid=18716

[Caza]

Just joined today and thought I would post a few of my christmas cards

[Elin]

Welcome to UKS! Your cards are beautiful. Especially love the scottie in the middle!

[lbuick1]

These cards are georgous, love the doggy one.
Lorraine :)

[lbuick1]

Made this today with my new Papermania stamp, isn't the stamp georgous. It done with black sparkle embossing powder but its hard to see.
http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/picture.php?albumid=690&pictureid=18950

[Jenni H]

Some cards I've made using my new range of Polymer Stamps {non-sponsor advertising removed}

[VAL DER RE]

Great cards Jenni, I particularly like the little baby stamp, that is sooo cute and the colours are gorgeous.

[Flyingpig58]

This is the first of my 2009 Christmas cards.

I am so sorry I wanted to add this to Christmas Card thread, not start one, and I can't find where I can delete or move it/

[vickypgr]

Here is a card I've made by paperpiecing! I have used distressed triangles to make the tree and squares wrapped with ribbon for the gifts! Some gems for sparkle and 3d foam adhesive for dimension... Hope you like it!
http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/501/thumbs/Love_this.JPG (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=200683)

[jeanB]

Some cards I've made using my new range of Polymer Stamps {non-sponsor advertising removed}

That's just gorgeous...!!

[Gottacraft]

Such beautiful cards :) ... thank you for the inspiration. I just started making mine today and you're all just what I need :lol: .. thank you.

[paperpearl]

There are some great ideas and great cards on here, thank you for the inspiration.

[NickyRich]

have started making xmas cards for a stall at a school fete. Here are some so far. These are Sugar Nellie stamps
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g149/NickyRich/PA171568.jpg
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g149/NickyRich/PA171566.jpg
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g149/NickyRich/PA171565.jpg

[hazgizz]

Gorgeous cards

[loopyanna]

A few i've made with the Jolly by Golly range from Cosmo Cricket :)

http://i946.photobucket.com/albums/ad302/loopyanna/Handmade%20by%20Anna/nopeeking1.jpg

http://i946.photobucket.com/albums/ad302/loopyanna/Handmade%20by%20Anna/Store1.jpg

http://i946.photobucket.com/albums/ad302/loopyanna/Handmade%20by%20Anna/letitsnow2.jpg

http://i946.photobucket.com/albums/ad302/loopyanna/Handmade%20by%20Anna/readysetsnow1.jpg

Loopy x

[~~Lynne~~]

Gorgeous cards everyone...Great inspiration :)

[paperpearl]

More great cards

[tracygough]

Great cards everyone, and all so different.

Nicky i love that snowman on yours, he's so cute.

Here's one i've made,
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_prC_ZA6tMzw/Sth7SgACQmI/AAAAAAAABuo/mDedO9vtN0o/s400/S8002297.JPG

[tracygough]

Here's another one from me, i love this Sugar Nellie Santa image.
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_prC_ZA6tMzw/St3e_314OCI/AAAAAAAABvg/EVsGeGTZ2iw/s400/pfp+week+22.jpg

[hazgizz]

Thats a really lovely card and a cute stamp

[Flyingpig58]

It's almost half term.... I have got all my materials together I am I going to spend the whole of next week getting all my cards and other bits and pieces made.

This is No.1 in my 2009 box

[paperpearl]

Nice card, I love the snowman and the colours you have used.

[Quackas]

Here is a card i made for Christmas... not allowed to mention the stamp brand i dont think... :s

[Flyingpig58]

I am very sad I know, but I am bonkers about stickers you can get from one of the High Street stores that sell ladies and childrens Accessorizes.

I have to admit that this years Christmas stickers aren't quite as lovely as last year, but these snowmen are very cute.

[Flyingpig58]

This is a different style for me

I used craftwork cards die cut xmas trees and Creative Creations Ltd Paper, plus clear square gems and silver stars.

[Flyingpig58]

I have used the whole of Cuttlebug Sledding embossing folder and just coloured and embellished the snowman panel, backing it on a blue card blank.

[gwyneth 123]

Love the B & W in particular Helen, lovely card.

Made one with " The Snowman"

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb146/jongwyn/Cards/Christamas%20Cards/IMG_3495.jpg
and one with the forever friends stamp coloured with promarkers

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb146/jongwyn/Cards/Christamas%20Cards/IMG_3451.jpg

Thught I'd do a bit of embossing while I was at it, not used my embossing powders for months.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb146/jongwyn/Cards/Christamas%20Cards/xmas-mum-and-dad-1.jpg


Oops sorry they're a bit big, forgot to resize them !

[Sav]

Lovely cards everyone.

[Flyingpig58]

Here are three more cards I have made this week.

For details of materials used etc please have a look at my blog.

[CharlieDK]

132801

Made this card for a "make your own xmas cards" evening at my work. 10 participants (1 male...) and a lot of fun - I had prepared 5 cards - they all managed to make two - some three - but they were absolute beginners so they did REALLY well.

[CharlieDK]

132802 Mostly QK dies used here - but cute isn't he. He looks so confused. I think he lost track of Santa... :lol:

[gailie]

Here are a few simple christmas cards using some old Dovecraft papers. I am really trying to use up some of my older christmas stash before I treat myself to some of the new stuff.:)

[Mystik Nat]

Here's the first card of this year's festive card making operation! :)

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/209_in_2009/card-134-of-209.jpg

[gailie]

Loving the cards everyone. Here are a few more of my Christmas efforts using the Daisy Bucket Wrapped Wishes papers and the Anita's Cute stamps from a couple of years ago.

TFL

[Mystik Nat]

Here are a couple of recent cards:

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/209_in_2009/card-137-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/209_in_2009/card-136-of-209.jpg

[tracygough]

Gorgeous cards, so many different beautiful designs.
I love that birdie one Nat, do you want my addy?:lol:

Here's another easel card i've made
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_prC_ZA6tMzw/SwUwRBlMFVI/AAAAAAAAB0c/QuUo5vKO5GE/s400/pfp+week+26+a.jpg

[~~Lynne~~]

Gorgeous cards everyone :)

[Mystik Nat]

LOL Tracy! Well, I have made so few this year so far that it likely I will have to send out some {gulp} shop-bought cards! :o

Btw, how did you do the cut-detail for the scallops, is it a threading water and cricuit combo?

[tracygough]

That's a shame Nat, i'm the same though, Clintons here i come :lol:
The mat is a die, from one of my new Nellie's Multi Frames sets, i'm loving these at the mo, and they seem to be appearing on most of my cards at the mo, in one shape or another. :) The scalloped border is a Fiskars punch.

[Jayne W]

Gorgeous cards everyone. Here's a couple I have made today:

[Jayne W]

Another one from me using My Mind's Eye Winter Wonderland papers:

[tracygough]

Gorgeous cards Jayne, i love circular cards.

[Mole]

Some gorgeous cards girls, very inspiring.
Love the ciricluar cards, too, was there a Cricut involved, by any chance?

[Jayne W]

Thank you for your comments that is my first ciruclar card. I didn't use a cricut I used the large circular scolloped nestabilities. I have put Storybook cartridge on my christmas list as I am hoping to make more scolloped/shaped cards. I hope I have chosed the right cartridge.

[ejc]

Love the circular card!

One of my first family Christmas Cards, there are more pics on my blog showing the inside :)

[Sizzix_sister]

These two cards are my first attempts at stamping and using promarkers - so please forgive that they arent quite at your standards everyone!!

[SamG]

Great cards SS, I love the spending time with deer friends one!! :lol:

[ejc]

They are great don't be so modest! another from me, not sure i like it as much as the more traditional colours, getting good use of my bug though :)

[gwyneth 123]

Lovely cards ladies, love that deer with friends stamp.....who's stamp is it please?

Made a couple with Little Yellow Bicycle Christmas Magic PP last night

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb146/jongwyn/Cards/Christamas%20Cards/img351.jpg

and this one I sort of semi lifted from one I saw on the Papermaze blog

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb146/jongwyn/Cards/Christamas%20Cards/IMG_3590.jpg

[Sizzix_sister]

Lovely cards ladies, love that deer with friends stamp.....who's stamp is it please?

Its from the Smirk Christmas range. Glad you like the cards. :)

[VKerr]

Love that reminder of how many days to Christmas, I will have to get started have not even unpacked all my stash yet, not long since moved.

[sniggle]

I'm very new here and only just found this thread.

WOW!!!!!!!

Well done ladies, your cards are lovely. Thank you so much for sharing and giving me inspiration.

xx

[Mystik Nat]

Here are some of mine from today, fingers crossed I can get some more made this week. :)

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/my_cards/card-178-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/my_cards/card-179-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/my_cards/card-180-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/my_cards/card-181-of-209.jpg

[bluenose1107]

really fab cards folks

[ikki]

Over the last month I have been posting a daily Christmas card on my blog all using some aspect of die-cutting or embossing. So if you are in need some ideas for your cards using die-cuts or embossing folders you are welcome to visit. ikki

http://ikkiscuttlebugcupboard.blogspot.com/

[Mole]

Love the 'ding dongs' card, Nat, really made me chuckle!

[Mystik Nat]

LOL, I know there are some great little card elements in that cosmo line. :lol:

[Mystik Nat]

Just back to post some more festive cards, this time using AC Merry Mint and KI Festive. :D

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-182-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-183-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-184-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-185-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-186-of-209.jpg

Thanks for looking!

[Jayne W]

Fab cards everyone, love the bright colours. Here's one I've made today ordered by a work colleague for a baby's first christmas.

[Mystik Nat]

Here are a few cards from today's little card making session. :)

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-187-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-188-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-189-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-190-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-191-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-192-of-209.jpg

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/kool_yule/card-193-of-209.jpg

[~~Lynne~~]

They are all fantastic cards Nat...

[ikki]

In the Cupboard this morning is a card made using the Create a Flake die from the Spellbinder's Shapeabilitie range. On a grey day this is a bright cheerful card to add to my Christmas stash of cards. Fairly quick to make, but classic. Pop over - see what you think. ikki

http://ikkiscuttlebugcupboard.blogspot.com/

[mumtrish]

Here's a parchemtncard I've made for my Mum. It took me ages, she was thrilles to bits with it. Photo quality not too good.
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[Elin]

I'm not surprised she was thrilled with it. It's gorgeous!

[Mole]

Lovely additions to the card collection, everyone!

[ScrapgalGR]

Hi guys, first post, I would like to share with you some cards I made

[bramblepie]

welcome scrapgal love your cards everyone else too really nice ones love the cosm cricket papers good job it too late for this christmas as I would feel tempted to buy

[marion82]

hi guys, first post, i would like to share with you some cards i made

πολύ ωραίες κάρτες!! καλώς ήρθες!!!

[ScrapgalGR]

Hi girls, thanks for the welcome!

[feline]

Hi, been a while but here are a few family cards I've made for Christmas :)

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/EJChristmasCard09.jpg

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/KylesChristmasCard.jpg

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/KylesXmasCard09.jpg

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/EJXmasCard09.jpg

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/JasesXmasCard09.jpg

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q54/feline73/MomRogersXmasCard09.jpg

Thanks for looking and there are some truely lovely cards on here :)

[aurora]

My favourite this year, have made this card in several colourways but this is the best ...

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/500/thumbs/Xmas_2009.JPG (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=204725)

I have to admit I haven't finished making cards, still a few to make!!!

Some fabulous cards on here :O)

[vickypgr]

Great cards everyone!
Here is a gift card I've made.

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/500/medium/santas_sleigh.JPG (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=204739)

If the receiver unties the bow the gift card will be free. It is secure with ribbon on the background paper.
For a "how-to" video, free sleigh template in svg, gsd and pdf format and list of supplies please visit my blog.
TFW

[tassycrafty]

Hey everyone
This is another video tutorial I did this year for holiday cards. Check it out and hope you like it .
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHMq61j8viY

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2515/4092720990_8a9cbe6062.jpg

Happy holidays to all of you.:love:

[tassycrafty]

I wanted to add that this is a Penny black rubber stamp and it has been coloured with watercolour pencils.

[Mole]

Vicky, I love the gift card - what a clever idea!

[Mystik Nat]

Wow, such wonderful cards!

Claire you totally rocked the BG!!! :D

[feline]

Wow, such wonderful cards!

Claire you totally rocked the BG!!! :D

Thank you Nat :wub:

[dozyrosy]

One of my Christmas card offerings for this year, details in my gallery.

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/6719/thumbs/mistletoe_kisses.jpg (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=204788)

Feline I love your Christmas tree tag card. I used that stamp to make silver embossed tags for some of my presents last year, and I think my sister liked hers better than her actual present!:lol:

Rosemary

[ScrapgalGR]

My last two for this year

[mel81pop]

Love everyones cards, I was asked to make some A4 ones this year along with the more normal sized comissions so thought I'd share:
The first was a traditional one, in a gold window box:

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/501/thumbs/trad_card.jpg (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=204796)

The second a lilac pearlised card with an acetate wrap in a silver window box

http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/data/501/thumbs/one_I_love_montagelow_res.jpg (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=204797)

It was nice to be working in a totally different size as it got me out of a rut!

[Mystik Nat]

Well, this could very well be my last Christmas card for a while - the Christmas stash will need to go away soon... but I may make a few more during the year to start filling up my card box in advance!

http://koolkittymusings.typepad.com/photos/my_cards/january-02-2010---1.jpg

[Fluffy Squirrel]

Myself and another few crafters have given ourself a "one a week Christmas card challenge" to save on the chaos towards the end of the year, so here are a couple I've done so far:

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c207/Shadow1980/January%202010%20makes/ValentineCommission.jpg
http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c207/Shadow1980/January%202010%20makes/Christmas2.jpg
http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c207/Shadow1980/January%202010%20makes/Christmas3.jpg

Laura xxx