It’s time for the final 52 Christmas Card Throwdown challenge of October, and this week we’re getting creative with our dies! Our technique challenge is to create a mini scene using shaped dies. I had a good rummage through my collection of dies and considered a few different shapes before settling on something a little different.… Continue reading Snow People | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown October Technique Challenge
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Letters to Santa | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown October Theme Challenge
Hello, crafty friends! It’s time for another 52 Christmas Card Throwdown challenge, and this week Valentina has chosen a lovely festive theme for us: Christmas Mailbox. Now, I have to admit, this week's card was particularly exciting for me to make, as I had some wonderful inspiration fresh in my mind after attending a workshop… Continue reading Letters to Santa | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown October Theme Challenge
Sage green, Cinnamon & Dark Wine | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown October Colour Challenge
Hello, crafty friends! It’s time for another 52 Christmas Card Throwdown challenge, and this week Valentina has chosen a lovely colour combination for us to try: sage green, cinnamon and dark wine. These aren't necessarily the first colours that spring to mind when I think of Christmas cards, so it was fun to look through my… Continue reading Sage green, Cinnamon & Dark Wine | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown October Colour Challenge
A Little Santa Sparkle | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown October Sketch Challenge
Hello, crafty friends! It’s time for another 52 Christmas Card Throwdown challenge, and this week we’re back with a new Sketch Challenge. I do love a good sketch. It takes away the "where on earth do I start?" moment and gives you a great starting point for creating your card, while still leaving plenty of room… Continue reading A Little Santa Sparkle | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown October Sketch Challenge
