Wednesday 17 November 2010

Curiously Splattered

I'm combining challenges once again, it's that time of year so much to do and so little time LOL. My Christmas card is for the following challenges:-
Compendium of Curiosities Challenge with Linda - Alcohol Ink Splatter
The Sunday Stamper Challenge with Hels - Santa Claus
Simon Says Stamp & Show - Whatever Makes You Happy
I love Christmas, not all the work but I do enjoy decorating the tree and watching my children open their presents and I love giving presents at Christmas, hence I have made another Christmas Card to add to my growing list of people to send to.  I have used my favourite Santa Claus for Hels' challenge this week, the ink splatter in the background for Linda and the Compendium of Curiosities challenge and something that makes me happy for Simon Says Stamp and Show.
I did not want too many colours so stuck to blues and a little pearl mixative for the technique in the background.  I added hand stitching around the heart to lift it from the page, added a co-ordinated floral, sentiment and some silver nail heads to complete.  Have a great Wednesday everyone, Tracy x x

21 comments:

Helen said...

Love this!! The flower is gorgeous.

Sandy said...

Yeah I love it Tracy.
Wonderful flower. Gorgeous card.

Netty said...

Wow Tracy its a fabulous card, love it.
Annette x

Sue West said...

Such a beautiful card, I love the soft subtle splatter.
Sue

Suzanne B aka brookfies said...

Beautifully blue
Need you to show me how to make those flowers.
Suzanne x

PS...thought you werent in the mood heheh!

Kim said...

This is beautiful! The simple blues worked perfectly for this.

MarleneMAZ said...

Gorgeous card! love the monochromatic look you did with this.

france papillon said...

awesome! love how everything works together!

Zue said...

I think you are onto a winner with the colour scheme. I love, sort of monotone, especially for Christmas.
It is beautiful, Tracy. I see your inspiratiion returned since this morning. You said it had gone astray
Sue xx

Meggymay said...

Fabulous card, love your two tone colours.

G Peplow said...

Hi Tracy, yes, yes love this Christmas card, very classy colours and the flower's perfect:0) xx

Anonymous said...

Love the colours Tracy, glad your mojo came home............

Linda Ledbetter said...

WOW!

How unbelievably gorgeous this is, Tracy! The blues and pearls are spectacular, and the Alcohol Ink splatter looks amazing. I love that Santa stamp, too- it's one of my very favorites!

This has such a sweet feel to it, and the rose is a lovely addition. The lucky recipient is going to be thrilled!!!

Lori said...

This turned out great, Tracy, I just love the monochromatic colors you chose, and I LOVE that Santa, and what a fabulous way to highlight him in the heart!

Lynn Stevens said...

Gorgeous Tracy, My favorite so far!!!

Elaine said...

That's my favourite santa too. Love the fact you've just used blue - so effective.

Suzanne Bouchard said...

I just love the way the Santa comes out with the splatter technique behind! So subtle! Very nice card!

Terry said...

I love your Curiously Splattered Santa! Beautiful!

CuddlyBunny said...

Cool! Beautiful piece!

JaN's ArTy JouRneY said...

Wow, Tracy, you have been very busy in my abscence!! Loving all your latest beautiful creations!! :)
BTW, theres an award for you on my blog to collect :)
Jan x

Terry said...

Ohhh my goodness, love it love it....wowzersssWowwwzersss absolutely beautifull thank you for joining us at Simon Says Stamp and show with your fabulous creation. Hugs Terry xxxx