I've used papers from the lovely Prima collection 'A Victorian Christmas'. Placed the robin in a faux layered nest and then magnified him with a Prima Memory Hardware Antique cloche that was rather tricky to photograph. The holly branches are cut using Creative Expressions 'Holly Sprays' die. All the holly has been glittered. Edges are variously inked with Prima chalk edger and Stickles 'Memory Glass'. The outer edge is torn in places and Prima lace trim 'Snow' is placed beneath the tears. I've also done a little random stencilling using Finnabair white crackle texture paste - it's meant to represent some snow swirling around a weary looking Santa! The banners (cut with MFT Fishtail Flags die) are coated with Glossy accents to highlight them and then edged with stickles. Added 'berries' with a Waco pearl pen. Finished with a copper star atop tree.
Thank-you so much for stopping by and warmest welcomes to those who have recently signed up to follow.
Nicola x
I wish to enter card to the following challenges:
Prima - 12 Days of Christmas (Day 1 'A Victorian Christmas' and memory hardware)
Anything But Cute - You've got Happy Mail
Craft for the Craic - Christmas Cheer
Frilly & Funkie - Tis The Season
Scrap & Craft - Anything Christmas
Sparkles Christmas Challenge - Die Cuts for Christmas
Country View Challenges - Create A Scene
Simon Monday Challenge - Just a pinch - I've used tiny amount of crackle paste
Inspiration Emporium - Tis The Season
Your card, is so very beautiful, dear Nicola, love the papers, and your stenciling ,the beauty of the berries is gorgeous, and ofcourse love the glitter, too.
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Wow Nicola this is a stunning Christmas creation!!
ReplyDeleteKevin xx
Gorgeous papers and embellishments and of course your attention to details make this a stunning Christmas card.
ReplyDeleteLove it.
Avril xx
And I'm commenting from a dark and drizzly Cambridgeshire Fen, like you I am just about fed up with all these dull and dreary days.
ReplyDeleteBut your card goes a long way to brighten things, it's another real stunner Nicola.
B x
Oh wow, Nicola, this is absolutely stunning!! I love the papers!! You showcased them perfectly!! The dimension is fabulous!! Each detail and embellishment you added is gorgeous!! I absolutely love this!! Wow!! Have a great day :)
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A Mermaid's Crafts
Such a delightful vintage card! Every detail is wonderful!!!
ReplyDeleteYou always do the most beautiful cards Nicole and this one is no exception. I adore the Father Christmas image, the little pops of red on the berries and the hints of stenciling are wonderful. Love this beauty!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for joining in our 'You've Got Happy Mail' challenge at Anything But Cute, always lovely to see you there... Hugs, Anne xxx
Hi Nicola, Sorry for my lack of visits to your lovely blog......but I know you will understand. Love your nostalgic card, it's always such a treat to see your Christmas projects.
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Your card is absolutely lovely, Nicola! I love the vintage Christmas atmosphere you've created with the Prima collection. Their papers are lovely and you've made them even more beautiful! Thank you for sharing this with us at the Frilly and Funkie Challenge!
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Nancy
Absolutely beautiful Victorian Christmas card, Nicola! What a perfect way to showcase that amazing paper collection! Simply stunning!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much again for joining in our You've Got Happy Mail challenge at Anything But Cute!
Hugs! Branka DT xxx
Holy cow Nicola, you've done it again!! I'm swooning over here!! Just love this Santa image and that little of the birdie too! So many wonderful sprigs of foliage creating a whirlwind of Christmas festive cheer!! Just love it!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for joining us at Anything But Cute for our 'You've Got Happy Mail' challenge, you really captured the spirit of the season with this one! Hugs, Pamellia DT :)
I've not seen these Prima papers. They are gorgeous! Your card is gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteOh wow. This vintage beauty is breathtaking. Love all the traditional colours and your shabby elements. Thanks for joining us at Frilly and Funkie.
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Cec
Nicola, this is as beautiful as your heart... which is saying a LOT! The papers are lovely, made even more stunning by your masterful work with them. Every detail is stunning, combining to create Christmas magic. :o) Exquisite! And thank you for the beautiful note... I'm grateful for your kindness, especially during trying times. Your work brings endless joy to my heart and I'm so happy to be visiting you tonight. Have a beautiful rest of the week, sweet friend.
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Karen
I always love F.C. in white, and the little robin under his cloche is a lovely touch. Another beautiful piece of vintage Christmas crafting, Nicola.
ReplyDeleteAlison xx
This is just the cutest card ever and just perfect for our challenge over at
ReplyDeleteSparkles Christmas Challenge " Die cuts for Christmas” good luck and hope to see you again next time Dt Member Sandra H xx
I'm drooling over this!! Absolutely gorgeous work. Thanks so much for sharing with us at Frilly and Funkie!
ReplyDeleteAnother beautiful and stunning card, Nicola! The detail is amazing and your work is always gorgeous! Thank you so much for sharing and for playing along with us over on the Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge Blog... :) xx
ReplyDeleteThis really is so beautiful Nicola! Thanks for joining us at Frilly and Funkie. Jenny x
ReplyDeleteOh, how could you not be Happy when you receive a beautiful vintage card like this lovely one! I love the papers and the way you have adorned them with glitter, die cuts and stenciling! Awesome!
ReplyDeleteThank you for joining us again in our You've Got Happy Mail challenge at Anything But Cute! Hugs! Sara Emily DT
WOW!!! Nicola, this is another stunner!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for joining You've Got Happy Mail challenge at Anything But Cute!
Hugs
Samra DT
Paper Talk with Samra
What a gorgeous vintage christmas card, the papers are so beautiful, I just love this..
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this with us and hope to see you next time good luck
Hugs Babs Sparkle Christmas DT Member x
Sbeautiful vintage card. Hope you had a lovely Christmas and Thank you for joining us this month over at Craft for the Craic.
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