Hello! It seems like a long time since I was last here- time kind of got away from me in the run up to Christmas, I fully intended to wish my lovely friends, followers and visitors a very happy Christmas and also to express my thanks for all the kind and generous comments left for me- all very much appreciated! I hope you all enjoyed the festive season, however it was spent- with all the fun and chaos of a family Christmas or quietly and peacefully. Best wishes also for 2026- wouldn't it be wonderful if there could be a solution to all the endless wars and unrest on our planet? Sadly, I think it's very unlikely but we can hope.
It's been crazy busy here- a party for friends on Christmas Eve, my son, daughter and their families on Christmas day- 10 for dinner and total chaos, but a lot of fun and laughter, yesterday a quieter day with just my brother and cousin joining us for lunch. I have spent a LOT of time cooking!!!
Today has been so peaceful- no visitors- no cooking! I had a lovely walk with Marvin, trying out his new ball flinger , so good to be out in the fresh air after being indoors for days!
I still have a few Christmas cards I haven't blogged yet, this one was made using a stag stencil/mask and stamps from various Cardio sets, distress inks and a sprinkling of glitter. Before inking and stamping the stag I used an embossing stylus to trace around the edge of the stencil after placing the stencil on a light box and the cardstock panel on top, it gives a nice raised edge, saw this tip somewhere on YouTube and thought I'd try it.
Thanks for stopping by
Chris
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Merry Christmas Chris and so glad you had a fun happy time although busy,busy,busy, me too cooking and more cooking, thank goodness we can and enjoy it though..your card is absolutely gorgeous, I have not got the stencils but straight away reached for my huge stag head die set and going to cut it and add paper behind it for a similar effect....we'll see, lol.
ReplyDeleteHappy New year 2026 ahead I'm sure, see you next year..
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Absolutely stunning Chris, you created a beautiful wintry scene within the raised edge of the stencilled area
ReplyDeleteThe technique worked very well Chris and gave me endless 'pawing' time to try and decide how the Stag was achieved, but such a beautiful card. I'll try and emulate one day when my Mojo makes an appearance, I've not made a single card since the Caer-io one I cased weeks ago.
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Gorgeous card Chris! xxx
ReplyDeleteThis is aboslutely beautiful. I like the silhouette of the stag and the way you decorated it.
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This is a real beauty Chris. I am definitely enjoying my Cardio stamps and stencils too. I love the colours you went with here.
ReplyDeleteWow you had a lot of cooking to do alright but as Chrissy says, we should be grateful we are still able to do it. I had a busy Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and visitors nearly every day till yesterday. Breathe lol. Next lot due on New Year's day and a Grandson's birthday party on Tuesday. I hope you have a very happy and healthy 2026!
A really beautiful card Chris, just love the Stag.
ReplyDeleteGosh you had a busy time, we were at Carla's house for Christmas dinner, it was so much fun, we had alot of laughing. I am doing New Years dinner, alot less fuss than Christmas I think, the little ones will be back with us, they went to visit my dil parents at Christmas in Poland as they have both been quite poorly. Be good to have childrens laughter too.
I wish for you to have a happy healthy new year, all the best my lovely friend. xx
Beautiful card thank you for sharing your card with Rudolph challenge
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card and Wintry scene inside the fabulous stag stencil. WOW you had a bust happy Christmas and lots of cooking-Best wishes for the New Year.
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WOW WOW WOW absolutely stunning, I love your card.
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Anke
WOWZA! What a FABULOUS creation! Love it! Like you, I'm praying things get better for us & our country in 2026 but it's not looking good so far! We will keep hoping & praying for world peace vs all the hate & discontent!! Your design is very peaceful ... thanks for that! Thanks so much for joining in the fun at our Stencil Fun & The Sisterhood of Crafters challenges! Good Luck and we hope you’ll come back often.
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WOW, masterfully done - and what a beauty! Love the colours, the details and above all the serenity of this card - it does indeed give one hope! Hugs, Kate!
ReplyDeleteWow, absolutely gorgeous, this whole design and colours is just perfect ♥
ReplyDeleteSuch a stunning card. Thank you so much for entering our challenge at CRAFT Challenge, wishing you a Happy New Year
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A fabulous card Chris, with a wonderful scene. The little stamped stag is a perfect finishing touch.
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So effective - love the colours you've used.
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simply stunning xx
ReplyDeleteSuch a striking and serene design. The raised edge from the stylus gives the stag silhouette so much presence, and the soft inking and Cardio stamping build a beautiful winter atmosphere inside that shape. The balance of detail and open space feels effortless. Your description of the holiday whirlwind made me smile, and it is lovely how this peaceful scene reflects the calm that follows all that joyful chaos.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card! I love the scene inside the stencil. I will definitely have to try using a stylus too. Thanks for sharing the tip!
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