Thursday, January 19, 2012

Snowy, Wintery Day....

Good morning! I have woken up once again to a bit of snow on the ground. Just a dusting, but the temps have dropped, and it reminds me that it is only January. I have to admit, like most people, this is my least favorite month. It is cold. Dreary. Dark. But to try and put a positive spin on it, at least snow "looks" pretty! ; ) So here is my snowy card that I created using the Winter Wishes set by Crafty Secrets. I broke out the ole' Copics and colored away!  I added liquid applique to her snowball and pom pom on her hat.  The circular frame was created with 2 sizes of circular Spellbinder's dies.  I added liquid applique to it as well.  While I heat it and it gets puffy, I sprinkle glitter over it.  The heated applique "grabs" the glitter, so there is no need for glue.
I used papers I printed from the Crafty Secret's Vintage CD.  I print a bunch at a time and keep them on hand!  The flower was made with felt and a Sizzix die.  I added some white pom pom trim, a bit of satin ribbon, twine, and pearls.  I created a little flag to balance my image a bit.  I also made a little ruffle at the bottom with pink ribbon. It is a bit tricky, but I love the result!
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Have a great day my friends! Bundle up and stay warm! : )

14 comments:

EllenaElizabeth said...

What a beautiful card, thanks for sharing. Hope your January is not too bleak, say I from Australia in the middle of summer.

Diane Hodrick said...

This card is darling! I will say it again, you know the best tricks. I love how your frame looks with liquid applique and glitter. Such a fun shabby chic feel to this card. I adore it. February is worse for me than January. Usually, I'm tired of the snow by then and I've had it. Come on May!

bonnie said...

Oh I love snow...so pretty you got a dusting! Pefect card...so pretty! ;) Hugs x

Kit said...

this is gorgeous, lovely soft wintry colours I love it

Patti J said...

SO pretty! I wouldn't have thought to do the liquid applique around the circle - fabulous idea! Thanks for sharing!

1CardCreator said...

Gorgeous card Michelle! I love your idea for adding the glitter while embossing, I'll have to try that.

Deborah Garcia said...

I love your creativity! your projects and style are always so elegant. I just love browsing through your blog.

Jingle said...

This is so pretty!

JennyKozar said...

Michelle - This is such a sweet card! Perfect.

Rea' said...

Precious, love your color combination and the ruffles!

Barbara Schram said...

Absolutely wonderful, Michele! LOVE the colors!

Cricut Couple said...

What beautiful colors! It's just fantastic!

Amy Johnson said...

What a beautiful card! I love how 'frosty' it looks! You've managed to make winter look 'pretty' even though I hate winter! LOL!

Deb Neerman said...

Gorgeous!