This week’s colour challenge at 52 Christmas Card Throwdown is to use red, green and brown – such a classic festive combination! I decided to make the sentiment the star of the show, surrounded by lush greenery and bright red berries. By keeping the card unfussy and traditional, it gave the card a masculine look,… Continue reading Holly Jolly Masculine Card – 52 Christmas Card Throwdown Colour Challenge
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Penguins in the Snow – 52 Christmas Card Throwdown Sketch Challenge
This week’s challenge at 52 Christmas Card Throwdown is a sketch, and I couldn’t resist creating a little snowy scene with some cute penguins and Christmas trees. Card Details Challenge theme: Sketch Card size: 6" square, deckle-edge base Main colours: Soft Sky, Lucky Limeade, White, Black Techniques: Embossing, die cutting, alcohol marker colouring, glitter accents… Continue reading Penguins in the Snow – 52 Christmas Card Throwdown Sketch Challenge
Mixed Media Bauble – 52 Christmas Card Throwdown Technique Challenge
This week’s technique challenge at 52 Christmas Card Throwdown is all about mixed media – perfect for getting a little messy and layering up different textures and techniques. I decided to build my design around a bold bauble focal point with plenty of inky detail and texture. Card Details Challenge theme: Mixed Media Card size:… Continue reading Mixed Media Bauble – 52 Christmas Card Throwdown Technique Challenge
Poinsettia Scallop Card – 52 Christmas Card Throwdown Theme Challenge
This week’s theme challenge at 52 Christmas Card Throwdown is poinsettias – such a classic Christmas motif and one that never goes out of style. I couldn’t resist pulling out some festive patterned paper to build my card around. Card Details Challenge theme: Poinsettias Card size: 6-inch square Main products: Scallop Stack Square Dies &… Continue reading Poinsettia Scallop Card – 52 Christmas Card Throwdown Theme Challenge
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