Oct 08 2009

A Sparkly Challenge

Published by leslierich at 7:54 pm under Cards, Flourishes

Gosh, Friday seems so far away on Monday, but when it finally comes, I can hardly believe how fast it got here.  In fact, the whole month of September raced right past me and now it’s time again already for Flourishes’ Pre-Release Challenge.  Next week we’ll begin previewing the new releases.  Where does the time go?

We’re going to get things started today with our challenge — A Season That Sparkles.  Put some sparkle on a card, enter it in the challenge, and keep your fingers crossed that you might be the lucky winner of all six of the October releases.  Yes, you read right — all six!  Read more details on the Flourishes Newsletter.

A Christmas card is not a prerequisite of the challenge, but that’s what I chose to make since the season is fast approaching and I’m not nearly where I’d hoped to be with my Christmas cards by this time.

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This ornate tree from the Flourished Christmas set is still a favorite, particularly for quick cards.  I stamped the tree with Versamark on Classic White and embossed with gold tinsel embossing powder — an oldie but goodie from my stash.  I added the sentiment and cut with a Spellbinders Labels Four die.  I do like to keep my Christmas cards as mailable as possible, so weight and dimension must be kept in check, but do not have to be sacrificed entirely.  I was able to add the very slim and delicate Finishing Touches embellishment to the raised main image panel without exceeding the bulk limit.  There’s a pink rhinestone set into it’s recessed center — a little extra touch of pretty with no extra dimension.  The metallic gold cord and bright pink satin ribbon can be found at Flourishes, as well.

Prepare yourself to be dazzled by the light when you visit the rest of the team:   Christine, Cindy, Julie, Latisha, Laura, and Stacy.

Best of luck to you with the challenge, and have yourself a wonderful weekend!

Stamps:  Flourished Christmas  Paper:  Flourishes Classic White, retired Stampin’ Up! designer paper  Ink:  Versamark, Adirondack Pesto  Accessories:  Satin ribbon, gold metallic cord, Finishing Touches brad, rhinestone, Spellbinders Labels Four die, gold tinsel embossing powder, Scotch brand foam mounting tape

21 Responses to “A Sparkly Challenge”

  1. # ChristineCreationson 08 Oct 2009 at 9:16 pm

    This is just so gorgeous and regal Leslie….that tinsel ep really gives it such a lovely look. And I love the Finishing Touches with the gem. Absolute elegance!

  2. # Becca Feekenon 09 Oct 2009 at 3:03 am

    Simply dazzling Leslie!!

  3. # Susan Raihalaon 09 Oct 2009 at 4:29 am

    So pretty and sparkly!

  4. # savorthejourneyon 09 Oct 2009 at 5:19 am

    Whoa!! What an elegant creation! You’re so right … the tree is ornate, yet so easy to incorporate into a simple & amazing card. Thanks so much for your ever-inspiring view, Leslie!

    (((hugs))))
    Bev

  5. # Veltaon 09 Oct 2009 at 6:06 am

    Leslie ~ My very favorite Christmas stamp!!! This is THE one stamp that you can NEVER go wrong with!!! Your rendition is just beautiful, as always!

  6. # Julie Koerberon 09 Oct 2009 at 6:11 am

    Just lovely Leslie! I have some of that tinsel powder and don’t use it nearly enough — especially for Christmas! BTW, LOVED the pics of you and your ‘younger man’ on the beach — he sure has the life - doesn’t he??? :-)

  7. # Laura (scrapnextras)on 09 Oct 2009 at 6:52 am

    Beautiful and so classy! Love the sparkle and the clean design! That’s one set I don’t have….so I’ll have to fix that soon!

  8. # Rose Annon 09 Oct 2009 at 7:28 am

    This is so elegant and beautiful, Leslie!! I love these colors and your fabulous hardware with bling!!

  9. # Stacy SCS Twinshappyon 09 Oct 2009 at 7:29 am

    Leslie this is beautiful! I love this image and in the gold it just screams AWESOME. Beautiful card.

  10. # NancyKon 09 Oct 2009 at 8:38 am

    I’ve always loved the elegant look of this tree and your card does its elegance justice!

  11. # Candyon 09 Oct 2009 at 9:23 am

    Stunning Leslie!!

  12. # Silke Ledlowon 09 Oct 2009 at 10:10 am

    Oh this is soooo gorgeous and elegant - Leslie!!! Hugs ~S~

  13. # Latishaon 09 Oct 2009 at 2:44 pm

    Such a beautiful Christmas card! I must get that stamp set now, that tree really is pretty.

  14. # Micheleon 10 Oct 2009 at 5:55 am

    This is absolutely gorgeous!!!! WOW!

  15. # Karen Witteron 10 Oct 2009 at 10:32 am

    This is gorgeous, Leslie. It’s so very classy and elegant!

  16. # KKon 10 Oct 2009 at 2:49 pm

    L-
    I just discovered your blog and love it! Everything is beautiful and I especially love that handsome lil’ Wally :)

  17. # Nikaon 10 Oct 2009 at 10:08 pm

    O, lovely card!!! I so like your blog and your beautiful cards!Helo from Russia. Nika

  18. # Elenaon 11 Oct 2009 at 4:41 am

    Wow! This card is gorgeous! I love the golden embossing! And embellishment look so beautiful here!

  19. # Yvonneon 13 Oct 2009 at 3:50 am

    GASP! This is such a stunning beauty!! Perfect comination of papers, colors and embellishments. Beautifully done!!

  20. # Linda Bullardon 17 Oct 2009 at 6:56 pm

    Oh my, what an extra special Christmas card! Love the glitz and glitter, and it’s a fantastic design. Nice to see that oldie but goodie dp. Linda

  21. # nancy littrellon 19 Oct 2009 at 8:29 pm

    Gorgeous, gorgeous sparkle and shine on your stunning Xmas card. TFS

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