Merry Monday #50
February 19, 2013
Hi there
It is time for this week's Merry Monday #50 challenge. This week it is a theme challenge - ELEGANCE.
Definitions of elegance include 'tasteful opulence in form, decoration or presentation'. When I think of elegance, I think of monochromatic designs and sparkle. I love jewel colours for Christmas and together with silver and sparkle this is what I have for you today. I initially chose Midnight Muse for the main colour with the silver embossed 'Star Tree' encased in silver glimmer. This stamp was given to me by a lovely friend and it is the first time I have used it. It is very detailed, but heat embosses beautifully.
For the inside, I have used the same elements again in the reverse colours to maintain the elegant look.
This is a design that is easy to replicate, so I took the opportunity to make another two, also in jewel colours. This one is in Raspberry Ripple.
This one is in Elegant Eggplant.
This one is in Island Indigo.
| Project Details | |
| Stamps | Star Tree (retired) |
| Card stock & Papers | Bazzill
White Linen, Midnight Muse, Raspberry Ripple, Elegant Eggplant, Whisper White, Silver Glimmer paper |
| Ink | Versamark, Midnight Muse, Raspberry Ripple, Elegant Eggplant. |
| Accessories | None |
| Tools | Nestabilities Ovals, Ovals Framelits, Delicate Designs Embossing folder, Large Scallop Edgelit, Big Shot, Merry Minis punch pack, Dimensionals, Embossing Buddy, Silver embossing powder, Heat gun |
Make sure you check out the inspiring samples from the Design Team.
Thanks for stopping by!
Oh my, Judy! So many beautiful cards! Love the stamp image you used! The embossed stars on the tree look like tiny sparkling lights! Love it!
Posted by: Margaret Moody | February 25, 2013 at 04:24 AM
Wow, that is one awesome set of Christmas cards. I love how you finished out the inside. They are all gorgeous!
Posted by: Allisa | February 22, 2013 at 09:01 AM
Sheer elegance Judy, they are all superb! Love all of the colours you used, I feel I will have to case your design they are so beautiful and elegant.
Posted by: Susan Joyce | February 21, 2013 at 10:40 PM
Oh my goodness - you've already got so many Chrissy cards made already with these gorgeous creations! I went with the silver embossing too, you can't get more elegant than that!
Posted by: Narelle Farrugia | February 21, 2013 at 07:20 PM
Beautiful card Judy, I love the colours you used and the fabulous sparkle.
Posted by: Nina | February 21, 2013 at 03:07 AM
I love the way you've decorated the inside of the card, Judy. The Midnight Muse card is my favourite; it is indeed elegant.
Posted by: Christine Blain | February 20, 2013 at 12:16 PM
These are so beautiful Judy. I love that tree heat embossed and the different jewel colours are stunning!
Posted by: Lesley | February 20, 2013 at 01:07 AM
they are beautiful Judy - and yes extremely elegant. I am looking forward to pondering 'elegance' and having a go this week - love those ovals!
Posted by: Nikki | February 19, 2013 at 07:08 PM
When I saw this on the private blog, I oohed, Judy! I'm still oohing and aahing over the other colors too!
Posted by: Bonnie | February 19, 2013 at 10:30 AM