20 October 2011

Snowflake Daisy


Morning Muffins!

I'm a bit of a Bah Humbug when it comes to Christmas. I don't like that it starts in July. And because of that and because I'm far too stubborn for my own good, I pointedly ignore anything Christmassy until 12 December.

Every year, no matter how hard I try, I just cannot bring myself to make Christmas cards until it's much too late for me to make even a third of the cards I need. But something weird has happened to me. I think I've been abducted by Aliens. This year, I've made at least three cards already, I've enjoyed making them AND it's only October. Quick, bring me a sherry!


Anyway, I thought I'd share a little card I've made, using Snowflake Daisy from Squiggle Stamps. I love all the Daisy Images, she's such fun to colour. And I love snowflakes. (This one was sent to me earlier in the year and it's been sitting on my desk, waiting to be used.) Just not when they're piled up on my car and I'm fifteen minutes late already! The cute papers came free with a magazine. Cool huh? And the Seam Binding is from Sew Sweet. Emma stocks so many different colours, she's sure to have the one you need!

The new Challenge over at Squiggles and Giggles is Christmas Cheer. You could win a £10 Gift Voucher to spend in the lovely Squiggle Stamps Store. If you use a Squiggle Image you'll double your chances of winning. And if Daisy is not up your street, there are loads of totally cutesome Christmas Images in store to choose from.

Right, I'm off for a mince pie, I'm sure I've got some knocking around somewhere...

I'd like to enter this card at:

ABC Christmas - Un-used Stash (Snowflake)
Fashionista Friday - Girls Rock
Stamps R Us - Nature's Gifts (Snowflakes)

Recipe
Cardstock: Stampin Up!
Papers: Free with a Magazine
Image: Snowflake Daisy; Squiggle Stamps
Colouring: Copics
Other: Seam Binding; Sew Sweet

38 comments:

Debbie said...

Hiyya Fluffy
Know what you mean, I am always late with making my cards. BUT two years ago I started making them early and have had more time nearer the festive season to do other stuff.
I now have 38 and last night made three, I am really enjoying making them.
Last night Hubby said "Is it time for you to buy ingredients for Christmas Cake and Mince Pies"....Won't tell you what I shouted!!
Dx

Chrissie said...

What an adorable card Faye, I love this cutie pie!
I've been AWOL again lately, so just been catching up with your latest creations sweetie, every single one is an absolute joy. You are SUCH a clever girl!!
lol Chrissie xx

Fiona said...

gorgeous card Faye, fab layout and such a sweet little image too.

You need to get organised and plan at least 1 Christmas card a week now!!

Fi
x

Daniele said...

such a cute card love the background papers that you've used
hugs

Fleur said...

Hi Faye, your card is perfect.
HUGZ Fleur xXx

Tracey T said...

This is so sweet - love the colours and the image is a real cutie. I love making Christmas cards but find it hard to start making them early. Only got about 3 or 4 done so I'd better get a wiggle on. xx

Jane said...

C'Mon! Bring out the tinsel, erect that damned tree & swing your baubles!!! It's Christmas (said in a Noddy Holder style YELL!!) Embrace the festivities you miserable ol' bag!! (lol...you love me really!) Fabby card...now, let's see some more xx

An Occasional Genius said...

Aw Fluff hon, she's absolutely lovely! The colouring is super & i do love her glitz! Forget the mince pies, I recommend chocolate truffles.... x

Margo said...

So Faye, you've got Sherry and pie over there, send some my way !!!! I'm at work (working very hard as you can tell) and I definatle need to get started on those christmass cards, I love yours !
Hugs
Margo

CraftyC said...

She's gorgeous Faye, a really cute image. Well done for making a head start, I'm not feeling it yet!
Clairexx

Unknown said...

Scrumalicious card sweetie.. I totally love this image and your colouring is wow xx

McCrafty's Cards said...

Gorgeous card faye, I like the sweet image and the lovely paper,christmas will be here before we know it.
Kevin xx

DesigNeAl said...

I'd be like you, no Xmas cards until late November at least... and this year is not exception for me! LOL! But I love your card and the image is gorgeous, beautifully coloured xx
PS. Your pussy cat just gave me a right fright, I didn't realise it goes "meow" every now and then...!!

Sara I. said...

Beautiful Christmas card! Adore all the sparkle!

coops said...

stunning card faye.the rich red colour is scrummy and i love the adorable image :D

xx coops xx

Shelly said...

Oh Fluff, you'll have me singing jingle bells soon lol! Your card is just perfick... I LOVE Daisy and the lovely rich red you've used! Right, better get me Christmas cake in the oven... Shelly ;) xx

Lisa said...

Hi Faye, Gorgeous card! Love this sweet Daisy image and the gorgeous rich red colour combo.

Lisa x

Debs said...

Hiya Faye
This is soooooo cute - love the lush ruch colours and your perfect doodling.
Have a winderful evening.
Debs xx

jimlynn said...

WOWSERS! This is just gorgeous! Love all the red you used on this cute image. LOVE THIS!
Lynn

Anita said...

This is so pretty Faye. That image is adorable and I love your coloring.

Margreet said...

Oh my, Fluffy, this is awesome...so simple, but so effective...your colouring is gorgeous...will you be my teacher???
xxx Margreet

Claire said...

Such a sweet card Faye, gorgeous image. Hugs, Claire x

Annie said...

ooo, must put sherry on the shopping list! I love the reds you have used for this little cutie, fabulous!
and no, I didn't get an email from you, but my connection is a bit iffy down here in the depths of Cornwall. Could you please try again?
hugs, annie x

Unknown said...

Hi Faye, well isn't this just the cutest! Love that paper and the image is just so sweet - coloured perfectly as always! I'm right there with you not liking to start Christmas too early. Altho I'm happy for things to start on the 1st Dec - it's when we put our decos up. I always end up making very quick, last minute cards for Christmas - luckily we have hardly any friends or family so I've not a lot to make!!! Altho I did have to make 25 last year for daughters' friends - she's got more than us two oldies put together! Sarah

Cazza said...

Ooooo love this honey!! So super cute and gorgeous DP's too, love it!!
Hugs,
Cazza
xxx

having a {me} day said...

LOL! I csn supply the sherry, what is it about Christmas that we want to drink that stuff! Love your cute stamp and all the red-ness of it.keeleyxx

Unknown said...

*lol* Can you rub off some of your x-masmojo on me too? This is simply so adorable and sweet! Hope your having a great week! Hugs and sunshine!

Mandy said...

Gorgeous card Faye,love the sweet image and the rich red is lovely....I'm not feeling Christmas just yet,have made a few cards but no where near as many as I need....Have a lovely weekend....
Mandy x

Delphine said...

How totally adorable... She is so cute and you have coloured her beautifully! I love your papers and layout, and the doodling is fab! Thanks for joining us at the ABC Christmas, lovely Faye:-), and good luck! BIG hugs Delphine xx

coldwaters2 said...

Oh Faye what a little cutie she is I love those starry eyes, the colours and design are super.
Hugs
Lorraine x

Jo said...

ooooo! Faye, this is lovely, you should make more crimble cards before December, you'll be glad you did when xmas eve comes around ;)
Love the paper too, they are putting some fabby papers in with craft mags aren't they?
Thank you for joining in with us at Stamps R Us, hope you will again.
Jo xx

♥Gemma♥ said...

Ive already made a start on my christmas cards very early this year, as last year it was very last minute & a mad rush to get them done so this year i start very early and not far off done :D

Anyhoo sweetie your card is stunning...miss Daisy is ever so sweet & what a good freebie your paper is!!
hugs and xxx
Gemma

Do What You Love said...

Hello there Fluff darling! I adore this card - perfect papers and the snowflakes are lovely! That image looks like a store bought die cut; your coloring is amazingly brilliant! I'm like you - I can't do the Christmas card thing before December and never in July. It just isn't cold enough to put me in the mood. Love your work, my dear!

Donna said...

Waaaay to cute, she is gorge and so is your card :) Donna ♥ x

Helen said...

Beautiful card!
Thanks for joining us at the ABC Christmas Challenge!
Helen x

Amanda R said...

Awww, she is so cute! I love the depth you got with her red dress and her eyes match the snowflakes! Or she has had too much sherry!

Kimberly S said...

This is simply adorable Faye, and that coloring is beautiful! :)

Lacey Stephens said...

Fabulous card! Great take on the U challenge! Thanks for playing along with the ABC Christmas Challenge. We will have another fun one tomorrow! We hope you will play along again!
~Lacey
www.stampandcreate.com
ABC Christmas Challenge DT
PS I have a weekly candy on my store's blog - come enter!!
http://stampandcreateblog.blogspot.com/2011/10/product-spotlight-halloween.html