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I stamped my images using VersaMark ink, then embossed with Golden Sparkle Embossing Powder. The circle ornaments were punched out with a 1" circle punch. Quick and easy elegance! Click on the photo above for sparkly goodness up close!
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#1 Stamps: Joy Circle, Give Circle, Noel Circle, Retro Christmas Tree by Sparkle N Sprinkle
Paper: Champagne Metallic (Prism), K & Co. DP, Very Vanilla
Ink: VersaMark
Accessories: Cuttlebug EF, Golden Sparkle EP, 1" circle punch, gold thread
#2 Stamps: Season of Joy and Season Flake by Sparkle N Sprinkle
Paper: Basic Black, Real Red, The Paper Studio DP
Ink: Encore Metallic Gold
Accessories: Cuttlebug EF, Gold Detail EP, Spellbinders dies, black organdy ribbon, red gems
I love the first card Judy! Simple embossing and flat, like a card I would really make and send for Christmas! Great layout too. The second card is just beautiful and I love the color combo with the gold embossing :)
ReplyDeleteAlways delighted with each visit to your blog, I am again smiling at your ingenuity! The retro tree looks shiny and bright for sure! It reminds me of friends who had one of those silver trees back in the 50s which spun around on its base LOL - only yours is prettier! :-) The black, red and gold card is stunning! The background paper, script and flourish dies all blend together marvelously! I especially am intrigued by your "band" in the middle!
ReplyDeleteGreat Christmas cards! I love your sparkly tree and ornaments. They really show up so nicely on the pretty background. Your red and black is so elegant and striking.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing! :)
Very elegent!!! Love the gold...and the black & red is a great combo sure to stand out! Adding your blog to my favorites!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the first card and it is so glittery! The black and red really stands out and makes a great Christmas card. You do such beautiful work!
ReplyDeleteGreat cards. The black and red is unexpected for the season but stunning. Thank you for some great inspiration.
ReplyDeleteI love the simple gold embossing. Always a hit at Christmas. The second card is just simply elegant. Red and black are always good together.
ReplyDeleteWonderful cards Judy! I can really get into the Retro Christmas Tree. What a great color and layout with the red and black. Awesome!
ReplyDeleteWhat great cards. The black & red was a great surprise and is quite stunning, I really like the tree card as well.
ReplyDeleteThese are both beautiful, Judy! Love the retro look on the first and dramatic color combo and die cuts on the second. Really wonderful!
ReplyDeleteHow elegant they both are. The red & black really caught my eye! Brenda
ReplyDeleteThis card is very shimmery and beautiful. I love all the glitter and the creativativity that was put into this card.
ReplyDeleteThese are both beautiful. I've never thought of using black for Christmas, what a unique idea!
ReplyDeleteNancy
These are both great Judy! My favorite is the red and black one - so striking and elegant (made sure I clicked on it to get a better view)! And thanks for the nice intro to my new blog! Love the cards Judy!
ReplyDeleteLove both of the cards. The only red and black I've ever seen at Christmas time is on Santa - and if it works for him - then it works for me too! Shona
ReplyDeleteBoth of your cards are great. I love the elegance of the second card and the gold used in the first card. Seeing your cards almost makes me want to get the tree out to decorate!
ReplyDeleteJudy, I'm not much into retro but that second card is really beautiful. Thanks for the ideas. Peg K.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your retro Xmas tree. I love it!
ReplyDeleteAmazing Cards! I love this stamp set. Its now on my wish list.
ReplyDeleteWhite with gold embossing is always an impressive traditional combination for cards. Your 2nd card uses gold and black which is eye catching....both are neat cards.
ReplyDeleteYour first card is one of my favorite so far (don't tell anybody!). I really like the feel of it, the coloring of the background, and the way you tied up the three little sentiment. A very classy card... Great job! And thank you for sharing, and giving me ideas...
ReplyDeleteDazzling! Linda Beyer
ReplyDeleteLove the gold Christmas tree! And the drama of the black & red card is very elegant. Thanks so much.
ReplyDeleteLove your cards! I was surprised and delighted by the black and red combination for Christmas. Your cards are truly elegant.
ReplyDeleteWonderful cards. I especially like the black on, very unusual!
ReplyDeleteBoth cards are wonderful, but the black one is really unusual.
ReplyDeleteI like your golden tree best! I must try it this year.
ReplyDeleteJan Hobbs
Two beautiful cards. Each card is distinctive in it's own way. I love the Black and red card. Very creative and beautiful artistry. Thank you for the tutorial.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely LOVE the red and black. Very elegant card.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards! I especially love the unexpected colors in the second one!!
ReplyDeleteLove both your cards, but the second black and red design is a real stunner. Absolutely superb designing at its best. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteJudy, Both of your holiday cards are so very pretty and elegant. I am sure getting into the holiday mood with those lovely creations.
ReplyDeleteYour cards are so pretty. The tree is so sparkly and unique. I would not have thought of black and red for Christmas but your second card is striking. Love it.
ReplyDeleteHoly Doodles Judy. That black and red card is so luxurious, so striking, so STUNNING!!
ReplyDeleteI particularly like your first card. It is especially lovely & even more so up close. Glitter is great!
ReplyDeleteYour first card is simply elegant. I love the gold embossing. Your second card is very sexy. Great job.
ReplyDeletewow so beautiful thanks for sharing and you have given great ideas for me. love both. my favorit is the black and red. I want to do that on. keep up the great job
ReplyDeleteAnita Braddock
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I love the retro gold tree but the black and red card was eye catching! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteBoth of your cards are outstanding and I found myself looking all over your site. You have such wonderful ideas and your use of color is amazing. Thank lyou for sharing.
ReplyDeleteReally beautiful cards on both. I love the gold sparkle of the first and the contrast with the darker colors or the second!
ReplyDeleteSuch great color combos...white and gold...red and black...I can't decide which one is nicest!
ReplyDeleteboth of your cards are really beautiful...love the use of the black and red.
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ReplyDeleteBoth cards are beautiful! thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteJust love that all you talented cardmakers share your beautiful creations with
ReplyDeleteus. These are lovely.
Love that gold EP! Both cards are fabulous but I think I like the gold Christmas tree the best. TFS.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you could join us at Digi Design House as a Guest Designer - I'm having a fantastic time browsing you site! You are one creative gal!!!
ReplyDeleteblack and red are by far my favorite colors. that card is awesome.
ReplyDeleteLove the retro Christmas tree. It's nice to a different type of tree. The black and red snowflake card is beautiful. Who would have thought to use red and black on a winter card? Not I, that's for sure.
ReplyDeleteLove both cards, but the white & gold is my favorite.
ReplyDeleteYour cards are awesome. I love the layering and variety of items used. Great job.
ReplyDeleteCandy Meyers
Your black and red card is outstanding. I love the color combination.
ReplyDeletelove the tree & winter flake
ReplyDeleteSandy Rustydoc1@yahoo.com
Gorgeous cards!
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I would say that BOTH of your cards are elegant! The gold EP adds just the right touch.
ReplyDeleteVery lovely and elegant cards. Really like the tree image and the great use of these pretty embossing powders.
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