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Wednesday, November 16, 2011

A Pastel Christmas



supplies: Carnation, Pool, and Grass Hero Hues Layering papers, white, lime, and kraft cardstock, Hero Arts CL459 Merry Christmas Trees, CG119 Flourish Background, CL357 Holiday Dolls (snowflake), soft blossom ink, versamark ink and white embossing powder, glue pen and prisma glitter, clear gems, pink baker's twine

I made this for 2 challenges, the color challenge at Hero Arts

and the color challenge at The Shabby Tea Room:

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24 comments:

  1. MichelleNovember 16, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Wonderful take on the challenge, Lin! I love those trees!

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  2. Tiffany ErvinNovember 16, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Gotta love pastels for Christmas, Lin! Beautiful embossing on all of the trees!

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  3. CinnamonSallyNovember 16, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Just beautiful Lin, you have used these pastel shades to perfection!!

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  4. Sue McRaeNovember 16, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    You've used the pastel colours beautifully Lin and love the touches of shimmer!

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  5. BettyNovember 16, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    beautiful card, lin! i've been having fun with those trees too.

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  6. Virginia L.November 16, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    This is GORGEOUS!! Love your use of these stamps in pastel colors! Just came back from sending stuff off...it sure feels GREAT :) HUGS!!!

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  7. TraceyNovember 16, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    WOW oh WOW Lin GORGEOUS!!! LOVE the pastels for Christmas!

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  8. Wanda G (stampcat)November 16, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    WOW! Lin, this couldn't be a more perfect card for both challenges! You are amazing! I love the pastel palette and I love your creation! You always make me smile! Have a great day. :-)

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  9. sheilaNovember 16, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    an absolutely stunning take on both challenges Lin! Your card just sparkles and glows....I love the pastels!

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  10. Suzanne CNovember 16, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    So wonderfully soft and delicate! Love the beautiful scene in the soft pastels.

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  11. NancyNovember 16, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    Such a beautiful Christmas card, Lin! I love the way you have used these soft colors!

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  12. CindyNovember 16, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    WOW. This caught my eye. What a beautiful card Lin. The trees are so pretty against the pastel background. Great card!

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  13. Kelly BoothNovember 16, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    LOOOOOOOOOOOVE this Lin!!! Sooooo Pretty.....Hugs!

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  14. AnonymousNovember 17, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    So beautiful Lin!! Love the colors and beautiful glitter :-) Thanks for sharing your beautiful creation this week at The Shabby tea Room :-)

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  15. Therese FranziskaNovember 17, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    love your special card, Lin!!The background and the stars looks so beautiful!!!Hugs and a nice weekend, Franziska

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  16. StephanieNovember 17, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    Everything about this card makes me want to run to my craft space and start creating! Thanks for the inspiration :)

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  17. Dawn TNovember 18, 2011 at 3:09 AM

    stunning card Lin. I love these soft pastel colours.

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  18. Elizabeth AllanNovember 18, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    You did it again Lin. You are a color challenge queen!

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  19. Kathy MartinNovember 18, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    So pretty! Love your pastel trees! :)

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  20. Kath StewartNovember 18, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    you've used those gorgeous colours beautifully and I'm now drooling over those yummy cupcakes...hugs kath xxx

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  21. Savannah O'GwynnNovember 18, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    I LOVE the idea of using these colors for a Christmas card--GORGEOUS! LOVE your embossing and that glittered snow! FAB!

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  22. BrendaNovember 20, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Very beautiful Lin! I love your background and the added stickles on the flourish!

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  23. AnnNovember 20, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Oh my goodness, a perfectly lovely card Lin. Love those pretty colours and the glittery background is gorgeous!

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  24. Cynthia PattersonNovember 22, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    very lovely cards, I love how peaceful they are....great job!

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Thank you so much for your kind comments - they make my day!