Monday, November 7, 2011

And the Stockings were hung.....


It's the first Monday of the month...sooooo it's that time again...for another fun blog hop at Just Inklined!  So get yourselves comfy, and Ho-ho-ho....check out this month's ideas for Christmas giving.

If you've arrived here from the talented Heidy's blog, that is the beginning of the hop, as Heidy is our host this time around.  When you are finished here, you'll need to hop over to see Jeni, who always has something wonderful to share.  Don't forget to leave your comments along the way, as we have a couple of hidden spot prizes to give away!


I've gone with a Christmas card, and this adorable image....Hanging the Stockings.  Coloured with copics and then cut out with a fancy die, it really becomes the centre of attraction.

Supplies used:
Papers:   Basic Grey (Nordic Holiday)
Tools:  Nestibilities die (Fleur De Lis Squares), Edgebilities die (Classic Triple Scallop)
Other:  Darcie stamps for sentiment and background paper; white paint and silver glitter pen.

Thanks for visiting, and all your lovely comments!  Keep on hopping and have yourselves a wonderful day!

A few fun challenges:

Basic Grey Challenges - #56 Anything Goes
Card Makin' Mamas - #32 Cut It Out
Lothian Crafts - #20 Christmas
Dream Valley - #19 Anything Goes
Paper Sundaes - #94 Rectangle
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32 comments:

  1. CathyNovember 7, 2011 at 2:16 AM

    Joyce, this is gorgeous. Love all the layers and embellishments. Beautiful.

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  2. Turtle In The SandNovember 7, 2011 at 2:50 AM

    I am loving all those delicious blue DPs you used in this creation and that diecut looks awesome. Linda

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  3. Christine HarropNovember 7, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    This brings to mind a really tradional Christmas. Won't be long now!

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  4. ChrissyNovember 7, 2011 at 3:28 AM

    Gorgeous image and such lovely colouring...lovely Christmas scene.

    Luv CHRISSYxx

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  5. veronicaNovember 7, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    lovely image, beautifully coloured

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  6. CRAZYCRAFTSHEDNovember 7, 2011 at 4:37 AM

    Hi Joyce
    A gorgeous and fabulous card
    Hugs Dianne xx :)

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  7. JudiNovember 7, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    This card is GORGEOUS! Love the fireplace image, really gets me feeling in the mood.

    Hugs

    Judi x

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  8. Jak HeathNovember 7, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    simply gorgeous Joyce, love your card.

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  9. CARDS BY JOL AND ART BY JOLNovember 7, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    fantastic card, I can see myself sitting at the cozy fireplace.

    Hugs jolande

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  10. TammyNovember 7, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    Beautiful Joyce! Gorgeous coloring and wonderful DP. Great card!

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  11. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    Absolutely adorable. Wonderful coloring and I love both of the Nestis. All around terrific job.

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  12. heidyNovember 7, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    Wow what a beautiful card Joyce
    Hugs Heidy

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  13. The Sparkly FairyNovember 7, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    Wow - what a stunning card. So festive! Gorgeous!
    Emma - The Sparkly Fairy

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  14. CraftyJoNovember 7, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Lovely card and very nice colouring - I'm trying to improve my technique to stop it looking like my grandchild has coloured-in!! - so I appreciate being able to see how others do it :)

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  15. Carolina Girl (Cely)November 7, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Super darling....I love the extra blue colors you added and the extra punch border. Beautiful little card.

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  16. corryskaartNovember 7, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    hoi joyce
    wat een geweldig lief en mooi kersttafereel,erg warm van kleur,GEWELDIG!!
    groetjes van corry

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  17. Carla S.November 7, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Beautiful card, Joyce! I love the paper and the wonderful holiday image! Fantastic coloring!

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  18. ToniNovember 7, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    beautiful card Joyce lovely colouring

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  19. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    Absolutely stunning! The colors are brilliant! TY for sharing with us..Heather Jewett, Rome,Pa

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  20. DeirdreNovember 7, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    So beautiful - love what you created.

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  21. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Beautiful, just like Christmas should be. Colouring gorgeous. Ursula X

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  22. Karen JNovember 7, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Lovely card Joyce and lovely colouring :) xx

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  23. DianeNovember 7, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Such a lovely card.. Your detail and colouring is fantastic.

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  24. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    The image you chose is so pretty - I love all the detail. Great card! Cheryl W

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  25. Crafty_KittenNovember 7, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Gorgeous card. Love the image, it makes you feel all warm and cosy waiting for santa. That diecut frame is just right for the card.
    xx Lynn xx

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  26. Jan MNovember 7, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    Love the colouring on the image and that die really makes it 'pop'. Great card xx

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  27. GinnyNovember 8, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    love it :0)

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  28. Julie PNovember 8, 2011 at 3:44 AM

    Wonderful creation, love all the detail. Thanks so much for joining us at Paper Sundaes this week
    hugs Julie P

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  29. ZosiaNovember 9, 2011 at 5:26 AM

    What a lovely traditional card. The colours and detail is fabolous.

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  30. Amanda RNovember 9, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    This is beautiful! I love the blue color theme and your coloring is amazing! Thanks for playing along this week at Paper Sundaes!

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  31. Dawn FrostNovember 9, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Gorgeous image, I love how bright the image is and how its framed with the lacy square!

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  32. Jacqui PNovember 10, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    Wow a beautiful card!! Love the cosy fireplace!! and your colours and layout is fab!!
    Thankyou for joining us this time over at Basicgrey challenge!
    Hugs
    JAcqui Px

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