Saturday, 28 July 2012

Christmas in July

Yes I know summer is only just getting going in the UK, but still I know a lot of crafters start Christmas cards now – or even earlier and as I was sent these fun  stamps from Stamp Addicts to make samples with I couldn’t avoid joining in.

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This cheerful chappy is Rodney Reindeer, I made a zig-zag card, stamped with trees and winter cottages and painted with distress inks. Rodney is coloured with pro-markers and I added glossy accents to his bright red nose. He looks like he’s having a great time in the snow ! I’m sharing my card here -

The Stamp Man – Anything Goes/Celebrations

Joanna Sheen – Animal Crackers

Secret Crafter Saturday – Bright and cheerful

The Friday Mash up – Christmas card/decorate inside

Anything Goes – Let’s not be square

….and I did feel a bit as though Christmas had come early yesterday as I had some very exciting news. I had an E-mail from Shirley at Fashionable Stamping inviting me to join their fab design team (I had responded to the DT call, it wasn’t just random LOL). I’m so excited…… !! I hope you’re all having a good weekend too…Esther xx

26 comments:

  1. I think this card is fantastic Esther -it must have taken you ages to make it!! The textured card stock really brings the snow to life too. Congrats on your new DT place as well.

    Sharon x

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  2. I love the cute reindeer on this gorgeous zig zag card.
    Thanks for sharing it with us at anything goes challenge.
    Hugs Emma xx

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  3. Congratulations Esther, not at all surprised that the fashionable one's chose you! XOXO Zoe

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  4. oh congratulations hun not at all surprised sweetie,as love your work and this is just gorgeous love the image and great shape too hugs Cherylxxxx

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  5. what a gorgeous card, thank you so much for joining us at the Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge
    Hugs Kate xx
    ps I have candy if you are interested and have not already joined me for my celebrations :)

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  6. A fabulous card Esther and the shape is just perfect with those cute images.
    Lovely to have you with us at FSC and looking forward to working with you again.
    Hugs, Fliss xx

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  7. Congratulations with becoming the new DT Member of FSC...good luck and lots of fun and creativity :-)

    greetings, Alie

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  8. Its a fantastic card, love the image.
    Congratulations and I look forward to you working with us at FSC.
    Yvonne/Meggymay

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  9. Fab card Esther and congrats on your DT position looking forward to working with you too ! Sue C x

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  10. Hello Esther
    A wonderful card on display.
    Congratulations on your DT position with FSC. I am looking forward to working alongside you.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  11. Just to say that I am unable to become a Follower. Not sure where the hitch lies.
    Will come back later.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  12. A super card Esther.
    Congratulations on your announced DT position on Fashionable Stamping Challenges. I am sure you will greatly enjoy being part of an excellent creative team. Caz

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  13. A fabulous card Esther and congratulations on your new DT post.
    xxx Hazel.

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  14. It's a beautiful Christmas card, lovely images :)

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  15. A fabulous card Esther and so pleased to welcome you to FSC. Great to be on a team with you again.
    hugs {brenda} xox

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  16. What a wonderful scene you've created with this adorable reindeer! Such a fun card, anyone who receives this should be thrilled!

    Thanks so much for joining us at The Friday Mashup!

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  17. HI Esther, What a really fun card, sorry I've not been around lately, it just all gets a bit busy LOL Congrats on your happy news your new design team are lucky to have you, hugs Gay xxx

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  18. Welcome Esther! So happy you have joined us at FSC, we couldn't wish for a better birthday/anniversary pressie!

    Fantastic project, so cheerful!
    Hugs, Joanna xx

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  19. Cutest card ever! That's the perfect stamp for the fun little scene you created! :) Your background is fabulous!

    Thanks for sharing with us at The Friday Mashup!

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  20. Fabulous Christmas card... love the way he can ski on the slopes!

    Thanks for joining in the challenge at Anything Goes.... good luck and hope to see you again soon!

    Hugs
    Christine x

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  21. Love your zig-zag card for this scene - so cute! Thanks for joining the Friday Mashup.

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  22. What a wonderful card, love every detail!

    Thanks so much for joining us at Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge this week.

    Hugs, Franz.

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  23. Cute card! I love the sweet dears. Thank you for playing with the friday mashup this week. Liebe Grüße Ulrike (guest designer from germany)

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  24. wonderful card love every detail

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  25. Hi Esther, oooh Rodney is adorable with that shiny nose and I love the scene you've stamped.
    Claire xx
    ps I don't think the panpastels come is a smaller size but they do last ages and ages. They also blend really well so you don't need loads of colours. I made do with black, white, permanent red, diarylide yellow, ultramarine blue and permanent green for ages and found you can mix lots of different colours and shades. They are very addictive though lol

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  26. congratulations Esther, brill news. Loving your fun Christmas card, x

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