Today's card is a reminder for the CAS Christmas August Challenge.
There are only a few months to prepare for holiday cards. The sooner you start, the more relaxing your holiday season will be (speaking to myself...).
This month's theme is Tree, and I made a card with a little different texture from usual.
There are only a few months to prepare for holiday cards. The sooner you start, the more relaxing your holiday season will be (speaking to myself...).
This month's theme is Tree, and I made a card with a little different texture from usual.
Yes, I cross-stitched a Christmas tree. I used one of the design patterns on the My Favorite Things website.
The tag die-cut already has holes in it, so it's so easy to cross-stitch. I layered a gold matte underneath, stamped the sentiment in red, and added a gold cord.
The tag was popped up on the front panel with foam tape. I used the cross-stitch frame die for the front panel to echo the actual stitching.
I hope you'll check out the challenge blog to see the cards made by our wonderful Guest Designer, Barb, and our talented Designers. Check out also the gallery full of gorgeous and creative cards.
Come and play along with us - you have until August 24th to get your card linked up!
Stamp: Embellished Events (Stampin' Up!)
Paper: Whisper White. Gold Foil Paper (Stampin' Up!)
Ink: Versafine (Onyx Black - Tsukineko), Real Red (Stampin' Up!)
Accessories:Die-namics Cross-Stitch Tag (My Favorite Things), Embroidery Floss (DMC - 699, 817), Sequins (Pretty Pink Posh - Gold 4mm), Gold Cording Trim (Stampin' Up!)
Love your little stitched tree tag, Hideko. Beautiful card with the touches of gold too.
ReplyDeleteYour cross-stitched tree is so pretty, Hideko! I love how you added the gold mat and twine and your cross-stitched border pairs perfectly with your theme!
ReplyDeleteThank you again for having me along as GD for the August challenge!
Oh My, Hideko...Your cross stitched tree on your tag is just gorgeous and so creative, my friend. What a fun and relaxing project. Anyone, would be Thrilled to receive your card with the hand stitched tag:-) And...you still were able to keep your design Clean and Simple. Hugs...
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your cross-stitched tree! Such a wonderful creative change to a stamped or die cut tree! And I love the use of the cross-stitched border on the background - so perfect!
ReplyDeleteOh wow, HIdeko how fabulous is this? Love that you cross stitched the tree and the gold trim around the tag just really finishes it off. It's two crafts in one!
ReplyDeleteEeekkk! You are so talented, Hideko! I’ve been meaning to try some cross-stitching and have gone so far as to buying the supplies, but haven’t had time to actually try it. Your cross-Stitched Christmas tree looks amazing. You did an incredible job. Love it! xx
ReplyDeleteHideko, your Christmas card stash is going to be loaded, and each one a charmer! This darling little cross-stitched one will make someone very happy during the holidays - it's darling!
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Wow, does this bring back memories of cross stitching ornaments for the Christmas tree! What a fantastic die! Love the added texture the cross stitching gives and the xstitch frame that matches perfectly! Thanks for a fantastic challenge, my friend!
ReplyDeleteOMG I'm in awe, that is one special Christmas card. It really should be framed :)
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty little cross stitched tree on your tag, Hideko. Great challenge and hope you have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteYour cross-stitched tree is adorable Hideko! I can imagine that it took lots of time to do, but it is so sweet and very unique! You need to send that to someone very special on your list for Christmas! :) xx
ReplyDeleteWOW...this is CAS perfection Hideko!! I have that crossed stitched tag die and have done nothing with it yet...shame on me! Your lovely, lovely tag has inspired me though and the die is sitting on my desk right now so I remember to use it! LOVE the gold matting behind your tag and the mimicking of the cross stitch on your die cut white layer too! Beautiful card Hideko...love it!! :0)
ReplyDeleteSo adorable!! This is a little gift and card all in one!
ReplyDeleteI have a few of these to do as well, it is getting the time to do them, but they look fabulous don't they. Wonderfully done.
ReplyDeleteYou are so creative Hideko and so clever. Love your pretty cross stitched tree, which adds wonderful texture and is so cute. Love the tag layout and such a unique and beautiful card X.
ReplyDeletehow pretty, great job.
ReplyDeletexx Karen
Love your cross stitched tree! Simple yet so elegant with the gold sequins.
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