Christmas cards.

 This morning I have made several Christmas cards. I sell these for $1 each and donate all money to Medical Research. 

Here's my efforts

This reindeer is for Christmas cards all year round.

Atlantic Hearts

 

Here is the sketch at Atlantic hearts challenge

While on the subject of elephants for my layout I did earlier today I made an elephant card.

It is simple yet I think will get a smile.

I didn't worry about the double trouble challenges. 

Challenege YOUrself

 The theme at Challenge YOUrself is to use a GRID pattern

I used 2 photos (one of me) plus other pieces of geometric paper and a journal card to create a grid pattern.

I placed this in the centre of a diagonal striped paper.

Lasting Memories -art inspiration

 

WE are asked to be inspired by this artwork. Nathaniel Mather. 

I started with the elephant!  

A few years ago, a baby elephant was born at Taronga zoo in Sydney. He walked by shuffling until his legs became stronger. He was nicknamed "Mr Shuffles"

On my layout I featured yellow as my background colour. I added a bird embellishment next to a flower I made (top right)

Jumpstart challenge at The Scraproom.

 

Here is my layout for the Jumpstart sketch at The scraproom.. I only had 2 photos but otherwise followed the sketch closely. I chose black, white and red because it went with the photos.

My papers are from a paper pad named Vintage Escape. The 2 paisley shapes on mulberry paper have been in my stash for a long time as have the red brads.The title was from a travel themed paper set. The red banner says "Together is my favourite place to be"

AS you like it challenge.

 My favourite thing to use on Christmas cards are tags, usually paired with a brad or ribbon.

On this card I have layered 3 tags then popped a chipboard shape in the front. I think they look classy or if arranged well "balanced".

I'm entering this at As you like it challenge.

Crafty Gals corner and Farmquest.

 This morning I rebirthed a Christmas card for 2challenges.

Firstly, at Crafty Gals corner they want 3 layers. I have double matted my picture then added a sentiment on top. This makes a total of 4 layers.

Next at Farmquest they wanted a frozen pond or creek. The penguins are having a lovely time ice skating.