Sunday 13 November 2016

Reindeer for the Christmas Card Club!

Hello Everyone I hope you are all tickity boo, but if not , I hope you will soon feel better.

Well what a week for excitement... Trump for President, England beat Scotland at footy, well there's a surprise, they even lost the rugby, an even bigger surprise, lol, but most importantly the John Lewis Christmas Ad is released featuring Buster the Boxer, has anyone seen it, it's absolutely brilliant, Aldi have released their with Kevin the Carrot, he's a wee cutie and M&S has brought out one that bring a wee lump to the throat, which I think is the best one they have done for yonks. Oh yes we're speeding full tilt towards he big day, and talking about Christmas, it's time again for the ladies from the Christmas Card Club to share what they have been making for Sunday. This time the theme has been chosen by our lovely Lorraine and it's Reindeer, always lovely to see them on cards.
Here is what I've come up with;
I've used this beautiful stencil from Imagination Crafts and Sparkle Medium on to black glossy card and then matted on to card I've had for ages from Hunkydory, them gold card from Crafter's Companion, my sentiment is from a wonderful set by John Lockwood.
The image on this card is made with one of Imagination Craft's Art Stamps, and various colours from Memento, inked on with Ink Dusters from Inkylicious. The Embossed background is a folder from Sara Davis, tartan ribbon and a lovely little embellishment form Creative Expressions, then some gems. There is a sentiment there, embossed but not showing up well.
Finally, I'm sure you will recognise this sweet image from LOTV, coloured with Promarkers and Gel Pens by Sakura, lots of glitter, but not showing up. Gold glitter card and papers from an old pad from LOTV, sentiments from Little Claire, a little gold ribbon, a few gems and we're done.

Being part of the lovely group of crafting ladies is such a good way of getting ahead of the game  by having your cards ready in time for Christmas, so it anyone would like to join us for next year please let me know and I will put you in touch with Margaret who keeps us all organised.

Just want to thank everyone who visited and left a comment,  and this is for Mary from Carolina, a Gritter is a big vehicle that spreads grit when the conditions are icy and snowy, you will have the same thing over in your neck of the woods, probably just by another name.

Take Care everyone and see you soon,

I would like to enter my second card into the ;http://www.fashionablestampingchallenges.com/2016/11/13/challenge-117-tis-the-season/
and also my first card into the; http://allsortschallenge.blogspot.co.uk/2016/11/week-389-feature-creature.html

30 comments:

Marianne's Craftroom said...

What a great selection, of course LOTV is my fave.

Christine Harrop said...

Gosh youhave been a real busy bee Kate and produced three terrific cards. I couldn't choose a favourite. Take card. Hugs Christine xx

brenda said...
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brenda said...

Three lovely seasonal creations Kate, the colours you have used on the first in particular give a really elegant feel, have a good Sunday.

B x

Rainey's Craft Room said...

My word you have been busy creating these gorgeous festive cards. Thanks for joining in my challenge, I can see that you enjoyed making all three, they are brilliant. I love the sparkle medium one at the top, I don't have any of this and it always looks so beautiful on cards that I've seen. A fab job all round.
I saw the M&S ad yesterday and you're right, it is very touching but I had to laugh at the John Lewis ad, the expressions on all their faces were so funny.
Lorraine

Wendy L said...

These are so gorgeous Kate, loving the Xmas adverts but M&S is fave, xxxx

Sandma's Handmade Cards said...

Three stunning cards Kate and all so very different. I think I'm especially drawn to the first one with it's superb, woodland scene, but there again, I love the other two as well. Enjoy your Sunday and I hope you have a lovely week ahead. Crafty hugs, Sandra x

shazsilverwolf said...

Hi Kate, love all the cards. I bought the Imagination Crafts Reindeer stencil this year, isn't it great? Great colour choices for all the cards!Hugs, Shaz xx

Rita said...

Hello Dear Kate. Well, what outstanding cards you have created. Love them all and the copper colours show up so well on the reindeer too. Even your cutesy one is so special. Like you its the best thing ever joining the CCC as all our main cards are just about finished. You already know how much I love Imaginations products too. Hope your well. Hugs Rita xxxx

Paper Creations by Shirley said...

Wow gorgeous cards, with lots of detail. I especially like the bronze in the top one. Have a great week, Shirleyxx

rachel said...

brilliant cards Kate - love the sparkly one - one of my fave stencils - wonderful work! Big hugs rachel x

dutchess said...

You have been a busy bee again this week Kate and these are three great cards...love the sparkle medium.....it's such a great stencil.Your LOTV card is such a cutie and I love that image....hope you are enjoying the rest of the weekend xxxx

aussie aNNie said...

Lovely creations Kate, stunning and love the fabulous style and design.xx{aNNie}

Linda Simpson said...

These are all gorgeous Kate, love the different designs and loving the LOTV deer with Santa.
Hugs
Linda xxx

MRS DUCK said...

Hi Kate
What a trio of festive joy. Three fab cards. You're a dab hand with the stencils and pastes.
Haven't seen the M&S ad yet but I'm in love with Buster.
Maybe Damian could try Milo with a trampoline?
Ang x

Flo Langley said...

What a treat! 3 super cards Kate. All so different. Lovely ideas. I went and checked out the John Lewis advert and there seems to be some sort of controversy going on now about it. Typical!! I still love the old Argos adverts. They always made me giggle.
Have a lovely evening.
Hugs Flo xx

Carol said...

A gorgeous trio of cards Kate and all so different. I haven't seen all the ads yet but I do like JL and M&S. Carol x

MaryH said...

You are on a roll with making sets of Christmas cards...soon you will have a great stash! Loved the sparkle of #1, pretty scene too. Lots of silvery sparkle on #2, and I love the way you've done the embossed background with the sweet little spray of pinecones tucked in the tartan plaid ribbon. Santa & his packhorse reindeer just made me smile...again, loving the tiny green trees on the bold red. What a trio of lovely and delightful cards! Enjoy your day. TFS & Hugs

Sandy said...

Beautifully done Kate -- of course I like the Santa the best - he makes me laugh and laughter is always the best medicine.
I don't think there is a "tickity boo" on my tea towel -- love how it sounds when I say it!!!!
Sandy xx

pam said...

Beautiful Christmas cards Kate, not seen MS advert yet, so will be on the look out.
Pam x

Marlene Atkinson said...

A great collection of gorgeous Christmas Cards, it is hard to pick one. Marlene

Sue said...

A really lovely selection of cards, I love your designs and beautiful colour schemes too.
hugs, Sue xx

cotnob said...

Beautiful cards Kate, such different designs - the first one is gorgeous, so elegant.
Pauline
x

Gibmiss said...

Hi Kate
Three beautiful cards Kate... love the first one... think that's my fave....
Hugs Sylvie xx

Diane said...

What a lovely collection of holiday designs Kate. Sorry I have been away for a while my dad passed away.

Hugs Diane

Erika said...

Kate three great Christmas cards, love them all, you can't beat a bit of sparkle at Christmas time.
As for the adverts, you've picked my three favourites from this year so far.
Good to see our bosses got it right this year as the last couple of years haven't been great.

Enjoy the rest of your evening, hugs Erika. x

Sue said...

Wow Kate you have been busy. The first deer card is gorgeous. The second deer card is so pretty, and that Santa and reindeer card is delightful. Love them all.

Hugs
Sue

Mrs A. said...

Slowly catching up on everyone's makes. Goodness me 3 excellent cards and all so different. I love that last one. Great choice of colours. I think Mary H.has more chance of spotting a Gritter than we will. In our neck of the woods they only come out on the road's in nice weather!! Hugs Mrs A.

Caro´s kreative Welt said...

Beautiful cards, great designs. Thank you for joining us at Fashionable Stamping Challenges.
Greetings Carola

Cathy - CMP Designs said...

Beautiful cards! These would make great entries over at the Emerald Creek Dares Challenge! :)