Saturday, July 11, 2009

Christmas in July

Happy Saturday! I hope you have a good weekend planned. Chris is taking Kyle and Megan to my brother-in-law's farm today and overnight, so I'll be hanging with my two little girls at home! I think they already have some miniature golf on the agenda! :)

It's been hot and humid for a couple days, but that didn't stop me from playing the Ways to Use It Challenge -- Christmas in July. I had been itching to ink up these new stamps from American Art Stamp, and the challenge was perfect! :) I paired Paisley Bird with Ornaments with a sentiment from Greetings Words. I colored with Copics and sponged the edges of the image panel. I had a little fun with the ribbon and machine stitching, and I love the way it turned out!

Well, I'm going to see what my girls have planned for today! Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Have a wonderful day! :)
Christina

Stamps: Paisley Bird with Ornaments, Greetings Word (American Art Stamp) Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black (Tsukineko), So Saffron (SU!) Cardstock: Riding Hood Red, So Saffron, MFT Perfect Paper Panels Paper: Wassail 6x6 pad (BasicGrey) Other: Copics, BasicGrey button, linen thread, paper piercer, 1 1/4" striped grosgrain, sewing machine, sponge, dimensionals

7 comments:

Jackie Pedro said...

What a great card, Christina!! LOVE the ribbon and the stitching!!

Dawn Easton said...

FABULOUS, Christina! Love that image and sponging! GREAT ribbon treatment!

Michele Boyer said...

Oh, I love that folksy bird, Christina! Fantastic card!!! :)

Tracey said...

Love this Christina! A gorgeous card!

Melody said...

Cute! I am a fan of American Art Stamps. Just love that color combo. Like what you did with the ribbon and the button.

Unknown said...

Love Christmas anytime of the year! :) the ribbon/button is one of my favorites and the warm look reminds me of an Anna Wight card-- totally love that look!

Amy Johnson said...

Love this Xmas card! Love the unique image, and the sponging around the edges. Fabulous ribbon treatment!