Christmas · Handmade

Christmas without snow | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown August Theme Challenge

It's time for another 52 Christmas Card Throwdown challenge, and this week's theme is "Christmas Without Snow".  As much as we associate Christmas with snowy scenes here in the UK, that's certainly not the case everywhere in the world. Millions of people celebrate Christmas under warm blue skies, surrounded by sunshine instead of snow, so this… Continue reading Christmas without snow | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown August Theme Challenge

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A Festive Mug-Themed Christmas Card | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown

This week’s theme challenge over at 52 Christmas Card Throwdown is all about mugs, which immediately made me think of cosy festive drinks, warm colours, and a touch of festive foliage. I decided to revisit one of my favourite colour combinations — Pool Party, Real Red and white — and added a little Garden Green… Continue reading A Festive Mug-Themed Christmas Card | 52 Christmas Card Throwdown

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Red & Green Festive Playful Vignette

Hello fellow crafters! It’s time for another fabulous challenge over at 52 Christmas Card Throwdown, and this week we’re embracing the most classic of festive combinations — red and green. There’s something so nostalgic and timeless about these colours, and I had such fun bringing them together for this traditional yet playful Christmas card. Materials… Continue reading Red & Green Festive Playful Vignette

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A Festive Fox for the 52 Christmas Card Throwdown Sketch Challenge

There’s nothing quite like a good sketch challenge to spark creativity, and this week’s 52 Christmas Card Throwdown sketch was the perfect inspiration for a festive yet elegant design. I wanted to create something with a mix of classic Christmas tones and shimmering winter elements, and this card came together beautifully with a blend of… Continue reading A Festive Fox for the 52 Christmas Card Throwdown Sketch Challenge