At this time of year, anything round looks like a wreath to me - whether it be a fall, winter or Christmas wreath. I was determined to be different with this sketch, but obviously I couldn't get past the wreath. I tried, but as I was flipping through my not-yet-used stash, I started realizing this card could be a real stash-buster with multiple products, including at least one of my many wreaths, that could be moved into my regular stash after I used them. (As I decrease my not-yet-used stash, I can enjoy shopping, although it could be a year from now before I make a big enough dent to bring too much new stuff home.)
Since I didn't challenge myself with the wreath, I decided to jump out of my comfort zone with colors - or at least with the greens. It's a big step for me but I'm sure it won't be noticed by anybody else. I decided to use the cooler greens that I never use - Stampin' Up's Shy Shamrock and Shaded Spruce. I am always about yellower greens; Granny Apple Green is my favorite. I'm looking at the picture and thinking I could branch out of my comfort zone more often!
I hope to see you playing along with us at Freshly Made Sketches.
SUPPLY LIST
Stamps: Pinkfresh Basic Banners: Christmas
Dies: Poppystamps Stitch Wreath and Nordic Bird Bunch, Sizzix/Tim Holtz Christmas Minis (the ornament), Pinkfresh Basic Banners
Cardstock: Stampin' Up Shaded Spruce, Shy Shamrock, Flirthy Flamingo, Poppy Parade, Real Red
Other: Studio Katia Red Hearts
This green, red, coral combo should be in your Christmas rotation every year, Kim! LOve the die cut wreath and your sweet little bird!
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Your card is beautiful! I love wreaths also. Those greens look great with that red and touch of Flirty Flamingo!
ReplyDeleteThat's a pretty little wreath and the tiny ornament looks cute hanging from it! Delightful card, Kim!
ReplyDeleteAdorable card, thank you for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteHi Kim! I really like the contrast between your use of negative and positive space in your beautiful card design. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteThis card is so sweet Kim! I love that diecut wreath but the teeny weeny bird and ornament steal the show! They are so cute! Love the sentiment as well!
ReplyDeleteI love this fresh take on the traditional colors. Really works with this fun wreath.
ReplyDeleteThis die was perfect for the sketch and I do love your colour choices!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely Chrstmas card, Kim, so sweet! And pretty colors, too.
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