I die cut the Joy To The World ornament from some shimmery green mirror card stock from Crafter's Companion and the sentiment and topper were die cut from some silver glitter paper. The background paper I used was some my son and daughter-in-law gave me when they were home from Japan this last August. It has silver and gold flecks in it along with a few threads of silk. It is beautiful. I thought it worked well with this design. I also layered it to a silver glitter panel and then placed it on a red card base. The finishing touch was to add a white sheet of paper inside the card.
And here is something I often do. Where I had die cut designs from the silver glitter paper I was able to still use the leftovers to add a layer beneath the focal design. That way I was using every bit of the glitter paper. No one can tell that underneath there is a hole where I had die cut something out. The ornament design fit over that spot anyway.
Anyway, as I said the extra die I will be giving away. You have until Sunday 6 o'clock PM CST to leave a comment and I will pick one of those comments as a winner by doing it the old fashioned way of putting it in a container and drawing out a name. This is open to international comments as well. So good luck! I think whoever wins this die will love it too.
I was looking back and realized that I have been doing my blog for six years as I started it on January 4, 2014. I did not realize it had been that long. I guess it proves when you are having fun the time flies by.
Well, the weekend weather prediction is for a winter storm so I guess that is what we have to look forward to. But in the meantime it is sunny and cold. It doesn't bother me though as I stay inside as much as I can. I don't trust myself walking on snow and ice if I don't have to.
Well, take care and good luck in the draw!
God bless,
Verna
23 comments:
This is gorgeous! You have used not only a very lovely die, but a collection of special papers. I would love to be in the running to win. And I also recently ordered two of something! That is a great idea to give it away!
Yes I too have ordered two of the same die sets......Your card Verna is absolutely beautiful and what amazing papers/cards you have used. The paper from Japan is so pretty and so is the green mirror card. A stunner of a card and how clever how you did the silver layer x.
That is so generous and kind of you to offer the die as a gift Verna x.
Stay safe and indoors with the storm coming and craft!!! x
Congratulations to your 6 year blog anniversary and here's to many more....x
Wow! And six years of blogging? You're so on top of things! I just don't have time to do all of that online. Love the die, very festive for Christmas. Blog on!
I have done that a couple of times myself Verna. How thoughtful of you to offer it as a give away!! Your card is just beautiful! I love the sparkle and shimmer!!
Six years!! wow how wonderful. You have caused e to go back and look to see how long it has been since I began my blog. My first post was September 29, 2008! I have taken a few breaks along the years but I have posted at least once each year since 2008. What a fun way to look back on your hobby and enjoy where we are and where we have come from in both style and skill!!
BIG (((Hugs))) and stay warm my friend!
This is one amazing card! I love those beautiful papers especially the one that was from your son and his wife. Congrats on 6 years of blogging and hope you continue for many more. Your giveaway reminded me that there use to be so many blog candy... maybe I will offer one soon.
Hello, Verna! Your ornament card is gorgeous, so rich looking with the mirror and glitter cardstock! I love the beautiful background paper too! Congrats on 6 years of blogging! I started my blog in June 2013, so that's not long before you did. That is one snazzy ornament die and I'd love to win it! I confess I've bought two of the same item before myself; it's easily done. Thank you for your generosity and best wishes to whomever is chosen!
What an exquisite card Verna - love it! That die set is wonderful. congratulations on your 6 years blogging.
Stay warm and safe
Blessings
Maxine
I love this pretty card with the glittery accents and mirror ornament - what a great combination for a festive Christmas card! How generous of you to offer one to your readers - that's such a kind thing to do :)
Happy Blogaversary! I always enjoy your creations. Your ornament card is stunning with the all the shine and glitter. I try to remember to use my special paper and cardstock using your tip. Thanks for the generous offer of the giveaway. The die is fabulous and makes an awesome Christmas card.
Wow, another beauty, I can see why you loved this die...love all the sparkle and very cleaver the way you have used the paper!! I just die the same thing..sort of..I had an order where you could get a free ink pad by entering the code, but they also ordered free shipping with a code, so I put the pad in my cart and then also added the free shipping, which in turn took the FREE off my order for the ink pad, and charged me for it, evidently it was only one code that could be used....that will teach me to read instructions better and check my order before submitting...well I do now have a pretty pink new ink pad!!
Your card is gorgeous. Love this die. I, too, have added an extra item in my cart. It arrives and you look at your original order only to see that yes it was you that ordered it.
Happy Blogaversary. Now I need to go check mine to see if I've have a blogaversary soon. [Bunny]
Just checked my blog and I started 3 days after you did. How about that for some close timing. [Bunny]
Such a pretty card! The background paper is gorgeous, and goes so well with the mirror ornament and glittery sentiment. I often do the same trick with my bottom layer. No one knows what's been cut out of the middle! My blog will be 6 in May! Thanks so much for the chance to win the die set!
This is gorgeous! That mirror paper is perfect for a Christmas ornament and goes beautifully with the silver. Smart to cut out the portion of silver behind the ornament for another project! The background paper your son and daughter-in-law brought from Japan is the perfect backdrop for the rest of your design.
It's so kind of you to offer your duplicate die as a gift! And happy belated blog-aversary!!
Wow! I just checked and my first blog was 3/4/11!! It will be by 10th Anniversary next year!! I'll have to do something special then. This card is really gorgeous Verna. What a beautiful shine on the ornament. The silver topper is so pretty also. Love the frugal tip - to cut out of the piece of pretty layer paper. I do it too, when I'm thinking!! Yes, I think we have all ended up with two of somethings - my latest was the Versafine Clair inks. Saw them at a convention a little cheaper and decided to "wing it" as to which ones I had! Ended up with 2 doublers!
Congratulations on doing your blog for so long! Your die is wonderful and I'd love to win it. Your card is lovely and thanks for the hint.
Your ornament card is beautiful! All of your cards are beautiful!
You are so creative!
I would love to be in the running for the die
What a clever way to give away your extra one
Congratulations on 6 years of blogging!
Time certainly does fly when your having fun!
Enjoy your day!
Beckyb.
That's so easy to do with online ordering. It's very nice of you to offer the spare to your readers, Verna. It's such a pretty die and you made a gorgeous card with it. The glossy green and silver glitter CS make a festive combo!
love this gorgeous card!! looks amazing, what a great die, sure someone will be thrilled to win it!
xx Karen
Awesome die especially with the shiny paper!
Wow! Love that shiny ornament..so pretty!
CAS perfection and I love the sparkle.... I have several doubles just from ordering a second at a different time... Even though I have a system to keep organized it fails some times. Well.. the system doesn't fail.. the human does...lol What a great way to share the love...
Love it! I've done that before... added two of something...lol! I guess we really wanted to make sure we got it! Congrats on your blogaversary! Love that you used the glitter paper layer to create a die cut from the center... I do that often especially when it's a paper I love... beautiful card and congrats to the winner... since I"m moving backwards I already know who won!...lol!
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