Happy Christmas

Well I knew I had not been on here for a while, but I was a little surprised to realise it has been almost 6 weeks.  So, if there is anyone still out there checking to see if I write any more on here, hello and thanks for popping back.

We had our last class for the year earlier in the month and the ladies all got to  make a card using the thinlits circle or label card dies.  These are great little sets that cut the card out to make a flip card and also have loads of different shapes that you can use to decorate the card like scalloped circles, arrows, and a few greetings.  

I decorated the labels card with some of the dies that are included, and then on the circle card used the scalloped circle and some patterned paper to pretty it up.  Both very easy cards to make and decorate.

 

We also had a go at making a starburst card.  This is one of the latest trends in the stamping world apparently.  It involves making a template up first with and then uses it as a mask. 

I wish I had taken photoes of the ones that were made because they were definitely better than my attempt.  I guess my two problems were that I chose the wrong colour to start with and then didn't stamp enough to define the edges.   Hopefully you get the idea.  

We also had got to make a few envelopes with the envelope maker.  It's so nice to be able to make any size envelope you need so easily.  

We also had lunch together with everyone providing something and there were lots of delicious foods to chose from.  And one of the ladies even provided us with an elegant chocolate table decoration.  Very pretty, and not bad to eat either.

These are photos of the little gift cards that I gave everyone when they left.  I love making owls and so he got dressed up as Santa.  Inside were some Rhinestone and Pearl Jewels for them to use on their own projects.

And finally, this is our Christmas card for the year.  I really wish Lucky Limeade didn't get retired off - it's one of my favourite colours and perfect for me for Christmas. If you haven't received your card yet blame it on the postman. 

Thank you again for visiting my blog throughout the year.  I hope to have more things to share with you next year, including all the great cards we have received this year.  I have some very clever and talented friends. 

And if you would like to leave a comment anytime, please do.  It's nice to know someone out there is reading this.

Finally, Happy Christmas to you and your family.  Enjoy the break and stay safe.