Saturday, July 09, 2011

Penny Black Christmas in July

Well my photo skills haven't improved since I've been away, hopefully I'll find some decent daylight today and take the pic again. edited changed the photo yesterday but Mr Blogger wouldn't post!
Anyway you may think its strange to see a Christmas card but its for the Christmas in July Penny Black Saturday challenge. I'm not really ready yet to make Christmas cards and all my papers are still stored away from my Craftroom but at least all my Penny Black Christmas stamps are still in a draw in my craftroom.
So using plain white card  I draw some wavy lines then cut them out and inked some pale blue ink on the edges to make the snow background.
The blue background I used an Embossing folder sorry not sure whose, I think I brought it at AllyPally in April. I found a snowflake on a Penny Black Clear Christmas set, along with the sentiment. I used a colorbox inkpad in white I had to heat dry it cos it was a pigment ink, next time I plan to experiment with some holographic embossing powder.
I manage to find some Basic Grey christmas tags and I just about managed to cut out three, using my favourite Christmas tree die. All that was need was Snowy the snowman himself and a touch of ribbon.
Do pop over to the challenge block and check out all the fab cards the DT have made.
An update on my Dad who is now home and Mum who has been in respite went back home yesterday since my Dad is really missing her.
I've been shattered and spent a couple of days just chilling the only time I've been to my craftroom was to unpack my craft tote but I hope to change that today and actually make a card!

60 comments:

XxJULESxX said...

oh Debby love this!gorgeous card as usual!!

G Peplow said...

Gorgeous card Debby, love little snowy, hope you had a good night and feel a little less tired, Gay xxx

Riet said...

What a gorgeous card Debby.

Hugs Riet.xx

Chrissy said...

Its a hard road Debby, so do take care of yourself.
Lovely card, I think the colour of the photo is quite nice, all blue and snowy looking. Very pretty.
Luv CHRISSYxx

Unknown said...

Hi Debby, I'm back, finally!!! Doing some quick hellos today. Love your card, really and fun card. Yes, that is what they say, you need another holiday after a holiday, hope you enjoyed it in Spain. Hugs xxx

cheryl said...

oh wow hun this is amazing,gosh you have created an amazing snowy scene love it hugs cherylx

Suzie Q said...

Hi Debby,
fab christmassy card x
i hope your mum enjoys being back at home x
have a great crafty weekend
hugs
Suzie qx

Christina said...

That is a real gorgeous card Debby! Love the blue shades!
Hugs Kristel

Trudy said...

Hi Debby,
fabolous card with great colours, beautiful papers and a cute image.
Hugs Trudy

Anita said...

Beautiful Christmascard!
Glad your dad is home with your mum Debby :) That's gives everyone a little bit of peace I can imagine.
xoxo Anita

Lisa Jane said...

oh sooo cute .. love his hat!
Lisa x

angelwhispers said...

Just love this fabby christmas card the background is just so perfect for your snowman!!! Chanelle xxx

jenny said...

Gorgeous card Debby....love the snowflake stamped background!

Jenny x

Doreen said...

Ooh this is fabulous Debby that snowman sure looks cold.xxx

Faye said...

Brilliant. Love the trees and the fluffy bobble! x

PinksyDoodles said...

Super card Debby!
Hugs, Clare x

PinksyDoodles said...

Super card Debby!
Hugs, Clare x

Bastelfrosch's Kreativseite said...

This card is wonderful!!!
Annette

NGCARDS said...

This is gorgeous hun xxx

Barbara said...

What a gorgeous Christmas card.
Have a nice weekend.
Hugs Babsi

Wishcraft said...

Lovely Christmas card Debby. Great colours and I love this cute snowman :o) Lisa x

heidy said...

Oh gorgeous card Debby!
Hugs Heidy

Wendy said...

Fabulous card Debby,love this gorgeous image and the blues.
Wendy xx

KraftyKaren said...

Gorgeous card Debby. I'm loving this week's challenge as I make Christmas cards all year round LOL!! So won't have to go far to find my supplies.

Karen x

Clare said...

Hi Debs! so sorry i have not been around for ages. Wow this is such a beautiful card hun. Gorgeous colours and love all the glitz and glitter. Big hugs Clare xxx

Merlie said...

Our winter was soooo long, I'm ok if we don't see snow for a while. Your card is fantastic!! love the trees and all the glitter.

Lynda said...

It wouldn't be Christmas without Snowy - he's one of my favourites! Absolutely love this card Debby.

Love Lynda xxx

Kelly Schelske said...

What a fantastic card Debby! Love the snowy scene!

Kath Stewart said...

gorgeous card debbi and I love that tree die cut.....enjoy the rest of your weekend...hugs kath xxx

Annie said...

a fabulously festive card Debby and love the splashes of red. enjoy your weekend.
hugs, annie x

Monique said...

What a lovely card Debbie.

Hugs Monique

Monique said...

What a lovely card Debbie.

Hugs Monique

Liz McGuire, said...

Gorgeous card this week, as always,

Liz x

Donna Mosley said...

A gorgeous christmas card Debby, love the embossing and fab trees. Aww! what a cute little snowman too.

Donna x

Silli said...

oh...smile a christmas card...;-) I love it Debby! BIG hugs

Pop's Cards said...

Such a gorgeous creation sweetie, fab design and colours, hugs Pops x

Anonymous said...

Beautiful card,Debby! Love the image and all the embellishments you have used.

Hugs Jannie

Donna said...

Beautiful design Debby and such a cutie snowman...love the trees :) Donna x

D K Crafts said...

Hi Debby. Absolutely beautiful. Love the scene you have created and the detail is gorgeous. Such a cute snowman. Glad to hear your dad and mum are both at home again. Donna

coops said...

stunning card debby.your winter scene and details are beautiful and i love the image :D

xx coops xx

Deb said...

Such a beautiful card love the embossed background
Happy crafting, Debx

Jennifer said...

Hi Debby! Love this, the embossing looks fab! Have a great weekend xx Jenny xx

Jocelyn aka JoBear2 said...

Beautiful card Debby! Love how you created the snowy hills and love those trees. My fav colour combo too - those colours always look awesome together.

{{hugs}}
Jocelyn

Crafting Queen said...

Great card, love the decoupaged snowman!!

Melodie said...

Ha, Debby, I'm waiting for the summer *lol*.
But your winter-card is fantastic. I love this snowman.
Hugs
Melodie

Craftdee said...

Lovely card, I'm struggling with the whole "get onto your christmas cards" scenario too! Glad your mum and dad are back together...at least that cuts your running around down :-) Dee

Anonymous said...

What a great card Debby ;o)
This is my favorite stamp from PB ... I love snowman stamps!

Hugs, Janneke

cabio's craft corner said...

That's so very cute Debby!
Hugs,
Cabio

Marlies said...

A gorgeous card! I love the way you made a scenery with the snow and trees!
hugs, Marlies

~ Ali Robertson ~ said...

He is such a cutie love love love it

ali x

Lee said...

Really gorgeous,love everything about it.xx

Tasha said...

What a fab fun christmas scene, that snowman is so cheeky looking!
love tasha xx

Arline said...

Hope you are able to rest up hun. Lovely card...love your trees!x

Whimcees said...

Hello!

Every time I see your cards I wish I lived close by so could watch you create! I love your style and this little fellow is perfect for a hot and humid July day!

Wishing you and your family well and hope today is happy!

Hugs,

Barbara Diane

Cazza said...

I LOVE this one Debby, fantastic scene card and the red really pops!
Hugs,
Cazza
xxx

melsanford said...

Gorgeous card! Such a cute snowman :-) Love 'n' hugs, Mel xx

Juls said...

fabulous!! Love the fancy trees!!! Hugs Juls

Anonymous said...

Absolutely gorgeous Debby, fabulous scene!
Helen x

Jenny said...

How sweet Debby, love his fluffy pompom hat. The decorative trees are so pretty :)
Jenny x

Sylvia Zet said...

Another perfect buty!:)