Monday, November 24, 2014

STAMPlorations Sketch #24


It's the last STAMPlorations sketch of the year, and it's running until 28 December, so you've got loads of time to play along.

Because it's an extended challenge, you can enter this one more than three times, and Shery's throwing in a couple of extra prizes - a $5 gift certificate to one participant, and a $10 gift certificate to a participant who uses a STAMPlorations image, both randomly selected.


I saw baubles in the sketch, so I stamped and white-embossed the text on a piece of card, sponged Pickled Raspberry, Mustard Seed, Salty Ocean and Dusty Concord all over, then cut out three circles.

I added some silver parcel string (took me ages to tie those tiny bows!) and a silver die-cut sentiment.  You could make a masterboard with this design, then cut out loads of circles for quick card makes (maybe without the bows!).

Pop on over to the STAMPlorations blog for loads of fabulous inspiration from the team, and from our guest designer, Julie of Handcrafted by Jules.

21 comments:

  1. Wow, wow, and wow!!!
    I just adore this stunning creation and what a simple and easiest technique you have used, a festive and cheerful creation!!!!

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  2. Fabulous! The ornaments came out awesome. I'm impressed your camera caught the purple -- Mine ALWAYS ALWAYS comes out blue :(

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  3. What a cracking idea to incorporate those words into your gorgeous baubles. They look fabulous against that purple background. :)

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  4. This is pure purple perfection, Shirley! I love your idea and it turned out great. xxx

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  5. Be still my heart - those colors!

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  6. These are lovely non traditional Christmas colours. I will try to do something like this.

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  7. Oh my goodness, Shirley, these ornaments just glow ... they're completely gorgeous ... right down to those teeny, troublesome bows! Anita :)

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  8. I adore this card, Shirley! From the purple card base to the super artsy baubles to the adorable bows right down to that silver die-cut sentiment -- love everything about it!

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  9. Love this card Shirley....Those ornaments are so pretty!

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  10. And what AWEmazing baubles these are, Shirley! Love, love, love!! Those bright colors will POP sitting on someone's mantel! And I wouldn't be surprised if your card doesn't get deconstructed so those baubles can be hung on next year's tree! Hugs, Darnell

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  11. Absolutely amazing colors!!! And I love the white print on the ornaments!

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  12. Shirley...you make it seem so easy to achieve these amazing results! Once again, a stunning mix and flawless blend of colors that are displayed beautifully against the vibrant purple backdrop!

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  13. These ornaments are so very pretty :) Love the colors too

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  14. OMG ... am in love with this card!! Such a beautiful design and fabulous colours Shirley! Loll xx

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  15. Another gorgeous card, Shirley! Your baubles look so pretty with all those lovely colors and I love the purple card base!

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  16. Love these baubles, Shirley! Awesome colours too. Have a lovely day! hugs Monika xxx

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  17. Your colored ornaments look wonderful against the purple Shirley!

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  18. Adorable stamping ornament Shirley...stunning color and you always have amazing idea...I adore all your card..would be so happy if you like visiting my card using the same sketch dear Shirley...hugs and happy holiday..Monika

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