the challenge is called Christmas and Holidays Challenge.
The stencil that I used above (LG708) was one that I was fortunate to win when I entered a former
Dreamweaver challenge...This is the first time that I used it so It can be considered a NBUS! (as in Never before used stuff!)
I used Dreamweaver Matte Black embossing paste for my stencil. I colored my stick on dots with a red copic marker. Added A ribbon.
she brings tears to my eyes on those!) But I so enjoy the humor...helps to make my day!
Oh and before I forget. She makes fabulous cards too!
I forgot to get the link to her blog, but you can find it on my sidebar!
Also, before I forget...I have a new follower that I want to welcome...Maz
Maz's fabulous work can be found here...
Welcome to my blog, Maz, and thank you for becoming a follower!
Maz's work is Amazing...stop by for a visit to see her lovely work! Her coloring and design are breathtakingly beautiful.
Thought for today...
"Laughter is a part of the human survival kit."~David Nathan
Thank you for visiting my blog today,
Blessings,
Jill
Edited to add
Carol, whose wonderful blog can be found here
reminded me that this week's CASology's theme is "flutter" and my birdie card would fit the them...thank you Carol for your thoughtfulness!
The CASology challenge can be found here...
Looks great. Nice work dear. - Jim
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet holiday card. Love the little bits of bling for your berries. So cute.
ReplyDeleteA lovely card, Jill; you've showcased your NBUS beautifully! The black, with the pops of red - such an eye-catching combination. The new challenge at CASology is 'flutter', which I encourage you to enter. After all, you bird landing on the branch "is" fluttering!! Thanks for stopping by my blog; you've added sparkle to my evening!
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Jill this is such a dramatic card - love it!
ReplyDeleteI know Maz, and she is a real sweetie - a great follower!
Blessings
Maxine
This card is gorgeous Jill. I have just been contemplating on doing something similar but with white embossing powder and then water coloured. (Something entirely different for me) I love the finishing touch of the checked ribbon.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for being so kind in your comments to me and introducing me on your blog. God bless you. Hugs Maz
Love this Jill, what a lovely stencil! I love the top bird just about to land.
ReplyDeleteYour berries add a touch of texture..beautiful!
Hugs Mau xx
I love the classic black, white and red color scheme, Jill! Beautiful card!
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful Jill!! Really love the added gems!!
ReplyDeleteThis is so nice in black and white with the pop of red - the gingham ribbon is a great look!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card Jill love the holly on the branches. Chuckled at your first commenter--nicely said Jim! Thank you so much for sharing with us at CASology!
ReplyDeleteJill,
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LOVE this one! (Birds of course!). When I saw the fab card scrolling up, I'm going "Oh My", because I have that very brass stencil on my desk (well for a while). Seeing this amazing card you've created makes me want to get the black paste and try this. This is one of the best you've done (well, that's saying a lot!), but it's just very elegant & the red berries really gave it such a pop of brilliant color. Mine would be a NBUS too, as I've had that stencil for years. TFS & Big hugs
ReplyDeleteJil this is adorable..love the red on the stamp on black and a bit red on there and the ribbon is a great adding..I adore this Jill..hugs
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for visiting my blog I will try to visiting back the one who leave me some love..and now I have time to visiting your lovely blog Jill..
Again big hugs, Monika
Your black and white with the touch of red and the gingham is so striking! What a sweet stencil and love the look that you created with it! Wonderful, Jill!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, classic Christmas card - love the pops of red and how clean the embossing paste is! So glad you joined us at CASology this week!
ReplyDeleteI know how pretty that much be in real life since I have used that black embossing powder. So pretty!
ReplyDeleteI would like to thank Carol (I call her Miss C) for sending you on over our way, love your cards Jill, and always enjoy when you or your Mr visit blogs all around and are so supportive!! You guys are great! Thanks for joining us at CASology this week, LOVE it when you are able to!!!
ReplyDeleteVery cool stencil work Jill. Great colors and great stencil. Love this! Hugz!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely card and thank you for leaving your nice comment on my blog huggles Sue xxx
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful stencil and the black paste is something I've never used. I like it...a lot. It also makes the red berries and pretty ribbon pop.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, love the crisp clean look :)
ReplyDeletevery pretty! Love all those red gems!
ReplyDeleteYour card looks most striking in the black and white with the splash of red. Hugs Mrs A.
ReplyDeleteI love this for the cue word flutter. I also like how you stamped the image and only added red berries beautiful card!
ReplyDeleteOh, wow! This is gorgeous! The black and red with just a touch of sparkle is fabulous.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card - I kept trying to think of something CAS that flutters. Your stencil sure did the trick and looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteHey Miz Jill, Finally got round to making a card, shared today, using your marvelous inspiration on this pretty Dreamweaver's stencil. Looked at it again today so I could share your link, and loved this one all over again! That black matte paste looks so dramatic with the red & white too. Hope your Sunday is lovely. Hugs
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