Today's card was a UFO, which came in most handy. We've got a visitor, and we're traveling to Florida. Had some unexpected family things that needed attention, so I was very pleased to find a topper done earlier as craft time was at a minimum. I believe this was a Desiree die and some American Crafts glitter paper (6x6 pack, which I buy any time I spot a sale. These papers have a thinner backing than some of the glitter papers that are so hard to die cut).
Put the created topper on a side fold card base, added a Starform sentiment sticker, and was able to get this Reindeer card ready the day prior to leaving for Florida. Very simple card but I do like the sky blue and pale gold together.
Please take time to visit my fellow team members to see their Reindeer cards; blog links are on the right side bar.
Edit: As I publish this CCC post, we are in sunny South Florida, where it is about 82F, low humidity, so very pleasant outside. Got email from my relatives at home, that it's 48F and drizzling cold rain. Our Yankee friend is expecting snow! (FYI: Our house is occupied while we are away, and neighbors are good to keep an eye on things too.) I will try to keep up with commenting/visiting, but if I am slow, please understand. Doubtful if I do a new post until we return home however. Just chillin', enjoying our DD & her DH and granddogs.
Ya'll have a wonderful day, and come back when you can. Blessings and Hugs.
Beautiful card, Mary, the die cut is lovely and looks great in the glitter card. Enjoy your time in Florida....and all that lovely warm weather. It's been sunny here and much warmer today, but still only got up to 48F! xx
ReplyDeleteGreat reindeer Christmas card with all that shimmery glittery blue color! Love how festive it looks! So glad you're basking in sunshine as we're getting hammered with about an inch of snow per hour or so! It's really coming down out there! Enjoy your family time :)
ReplyDeleteLovely card Mary! Have a wonderful holiday - wish we were there in the sunshine as well.
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Di xx
Super card Mary what a clever die and I love the sparkly blue. Enjoy Florida xx Zoe
ReplyDeleteGlad you have arrived safely in Florida and that the weather is lovely and hot, and good just to take it easy Mary. I love this pretty blue glitter card die with this wonderful scene, and just perfect as you were needing to get away. Enjoy the stay with your DD. x
ReplyDeleteLovely Christmas card, the glitter makes it precious!
ReplyDeleteHope that all is well for you and parents. Have a good travel!
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This is so beautiful, Mary!! I love the die you used!! The colors and sparkle are fabulous!! Enjoy your family time in Florida!! Safe travels, my friend!! Have a great weekend!! Big hugs :)
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A Mermaid's Crafts
Mary, your glittery reindeer background looks wonderful :)
ReplyDeleteHi Mary wow i love your xmas card,you are very clever my friend xx
ReplyDeleteI too love the gold and blue, a delightful card considering how busy you were. Enjoy the sunshine......sounds lovely xxx
ReplyDeleteIt’s beautiful...the colour combo really makes the die cut pop...and so glittery.I hope all goes well on your trip and enjoy the lovely weather...we have a frosty clear morning here a real cheer up day after all the rain we have been having.....enjoy your hols xxxxx
ReplyDeleteHi Mary, Fab caqrd.
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a nice time in Florida. Sue
A wonderful die cut topper, perfect for this challenge and especially great in glitter card stock adding another dimension to the design.
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Great card, MAry. I love the gold and the blue together. The dies are amazing and so are you for getting this card made before you left.
ReplyDeleteHave a good visit with your daughter and soak up some sun!
A lovely card - a great image and love the glitter too.
ReplyDeleteKath x
Love the blue and gold, such glimmer and sparkle a great die to use with the papers.
ReplyDeleteI'm happy to hear you have made it safely to Florida and enjoying the warmth. Relax and enjoy, I look forward to seeing your makes on your return.
Faith
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Beautiful card Mary! All that glitter makes it such fun. If I were in Florida with that kind of weather I'd be chillin' too. Enjoy your time. Crafting and commenting can wait until your back to the 48 degrees and there's nothing better to do. Enjoy!
ReplyDeletePretty card!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect die for this challenge, Mary! Love the schparkly blue and gold together! Safe travels!
ReplyDeleteA very striking card with that glitter paper. Such a pretty scene this is. Soak up that sunshine! I'm so jealous as we had light snow and cold temps yesterday and it is cold this morning but dry.
ReplyDeleteGreat creation, love that you made it up with stuff you had on hand! Very effective and I do love the color combination. Have a great time away and enjoy the warmth.
ReplyDeleteBlue's my favorite color so yes, I LOVE THIS! SO pretty and shimmery and beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHave a great time in Florida and soak up all that good sun.
Lynn
Beautiful designed card and love the color and all the shimmer.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous die Mary and the colours you've used look great together. Enjoy your family time in Florida. Carol x
ReplyDeleteHi Mary- you are so right about some glitter papers! The one I was using for the little Deer scene was a nightmare to cut- some of the paper almost had a fabric like feel to the backing, and involved a lot of extra snipping to get it free. Love your take on the theme, and the colours. Hugs, Shaz XX
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Christmas card Marylove the die-cut scene and all the sparkle-enjoy your break and hope everything is okay
ReplyDeleteCarol x
gorgeous sparkly card Mary - wow - enjoy your time away - sounds blissful to me! Having said that I did manage quite a lot of time outdoors today! Hugs rachel x
ReplyDeleteA perfect reindeer card Mary and I definitely approve of that colour combo. Have a wonderful visit xx
ReplyDeleteThe only use Miss Di and I are getting out of our bucket and spades is to clear the duck pond out!! I nearly picked up a slimy toad thinking it was a large stone. Uck!! Your card is lovely Mary. The glitter card looks bwetter than some of the ones on sale here in the UK which still shed almost as much as using loose glitter. Enjoy your time with your daughter and family. Hugs Mrs A.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful card Mary, a fabulous scene and lots of super sparkle.
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Beautiful Christmas card Mary! love the die-cut scene, enjoy your break.
ReplyDeletePam x
Simple yet smashing, what a great die, and the card is perfectly glittery for Christmas.
ReplyDeleteSuper duper card Mary, love the blue and gold glitter card and the lovely die.
ReplyDeleteKath x
I love the card...so glittery and magical. Enjoy your vacation in Florida. It is supposed to be 5C tomorrow but raining and more Tuesday and Wednesday but temps to be up to 11C
ReplyDeleteMary enjoy your warm break!! I do love the card - that shade of blue against the gold is stunning.
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Maxine
So fortuitous that you had the wherewithal to make such a great card so quickly. Hope you really enjoy your vacation. Great to be in the warm sunshine instead of what youhave left behind ... lol! Hugs Christine xx
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ReplyDeleteoh I love this wonderful card and that glitz is gorgeous.
The colours are stunning and go so well together.
Love the wonderful scene created by those super die cuts.
Have a lovely time with your Daughter these times are sooooooooo! precious.
Lots of love and crafty hugs from my house to yours.
Jenny L.
Brilliant card, love everything about it. I can understand why you were doing a happy dance!!
ReplyDeleteI have those flowers and leaves, really must open the packets and use them.
Patricia xxx
Brilliant card Mary, great design.
ReplyDeleteHave a good holiday.
Patricia xxx
Hi Mary
ReplyDeleteFabulous card.... Love the scene.... Stunning card....
Hugs Sylvie xx
Love the colours Mary, great card. Hope the family matters are resolved.
ReplyDeleteI have been away for a few days so playing catch up. Gorgeous card, love that fabulous die cut and the bling is great! Hope you are having a lovely time ? x
ReplyDeleteThose flying reindeer are so pretty. I love the sparkle. You're so smart to be making Christmas cards.
ReplyDeleteFabulous glittery Christmas scene, like the color combo too!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun card Momma Mary! I love the glitter paper and love that die cute. A fun, festive and blingy card, which I love! Glad you were able to soak up that nice weather and sun....now I need sun around here! lol Hugs, Brenda
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