Christmas · Handmade

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

Christmas · Handmade · Masculine

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

Christmas · Handmade

Sparkle, Shine & Winter Trees | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown September Technique Challenge

Hello, crafty friends! It’s time for another 52 Christmas Card Throwdown challenge, and this week we’re getting out the heat tool and adding a little sparkle with our Technique Challenge – Foil or Hot Embossing. I recently treated myself to some beautiful products from Chloe’s Creative Cards, and I couldn’t wait to have a play… Continue reading Sparkle, Shine & Winter Trees | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown September Technique Challenge

Christmas · Handmade

Cheers to 2027! | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown September Theme Challenge

Hello, and welcome to my blog.  It's time for another 52 Christmas Card Throwdown challenge, and this week we have a rather unusual theme – 2027! This one certainly got me thinking. Rather than making a traditional Christmas card, I decided to create something that looks ahead to the New Year, with the numbers 2027 taking… Continue reading Cheers to 2027! | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown September Theme Challenge