M ~ Merry Masterboards

M ~ Merry Masterboards

December 13th ~ Alpha M

One of the many new things I learned at Stamp Camp 2025 last June was all about making a Masterboard.  I've learned since then there must be 101 different ways or techniques in doing these fun boards so there's not really a right or wrong way! 

For my Alpha M posting I'm sharing two cards again; both were made from the same masterboard - one done with Christmas scrap paper pieces.  

The image on the first one is from Beccy's Place, Mr. Snowman ~ isn't he the cutest! 

and the Silver Bells are also from Beccy's Place.  

 Can you tell yet that I loved Beccy's digital images?  And YES, I do miss being able to purchase them. 

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L ~ Light of the World

L ~ Lantern ~ Lord ~ Light of the World

December 12th ~ Alpha L

Today's image is from Beccy's Place, 'Peace and Light'. I love the message in this card, using our Lord and Savior as a Lantern,  a Light of the World, the warm glow that starts deep in our hearts. 

 This package has two main images and four sentiments, each one just as pretty and just as useful especially at the Christmas season.

Unfortunately this digital package is no longer available, as Beccy's Place has stopped the sale of her digital packages.  Maybe one day they will be released again.

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K ~ Kings ~ Adore Him

K ~ Kings Adore Him

December 11th ~ Alpha K

Creative Worship (remarketed from Sweet 'n Sassy) is a great site to purchase religious stamps and scripture sentiments. I am really enjoying using their products in my Bible Journaling project too.  

Today I've used their 'Adore Him' set and stepped down the images and scripture for a different layout.   

 Love that extra sparkle in the background paper, especially the yellow star!  Do you use scriptures on or inside your cards? 

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J ~ JOY Doubled!

 December 10th ~ Alpha J

JOY is a good word especially at Christmas!  I again have two cards for 'alpha J'. 

My first card is a single 'Poinsettia Framed' by Magenta Stamps, a gifted stamp from my friend Lynne.  I love the aqua and red combination and have made several of these.

'A Christmas Hello' from Picket Fence was used for this very large second card.  After coloring with Copics, the image was fussy cut out and added the background paper along with the sentiment and the gold glittery snowflakes.

 

The both definitely gave me JOY in creating with them.  I hope they will give you peace and joy during this Christmas season!

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I ~ Ice Skating

December 9th ~ Alpha I 

Ice skates always remind me of a Victorian Christmas.   For this card I used the image and sentiment from Jan's Digital Designs, Christmas Skates package.  The decorative edge was achieved using Gina Marie Designs Scalloped Stitched Rectangle dies.

Do you remember decorating your Christmas tree in the Victorian styles? 

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H ~ Holly Sprig on Black

December 8th ~ Alpha H

One of the many techniques that Beccy does frequently on her blog is cards with black backgrounds.  Hers are always stunning and the image just pops out so beautifully.

I decided to fussy cut this sprig of holly - Beccy's design - to put on the black background.  Lesson one - use a large image that doesn't have a lot of details!

It turned out okay but it took quite a while to achieve.  I used the Spellbinders, Fluted Classic Oval die for the black background. 

 How do you feel about fussy cutting images? 

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G - Shades of Green

December 7th ~ Alpha G 

I do love coloring birds and this pretty little fellow is right up my alley, perched on this sprig of GREEN holly.  I didn't use Copics for this one.  He's done with water coloring.  

This image is from Hobby Art, Ltd and the set is called Village Post.  I used the Stitched Oval dies from Pink and Main on the completed image and a deep GREEN holly matting with a red liner mat  and enamel sentiment to complete the design.

May your days be merry as Christmas is approaching fast! 

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F ~ Family Time Christmas

 December 6th ~ Alpha F

Stampendous ~ House Mouse ~ Christmas Story

Completed in Copics and after completed, I added Glossy Accents by Ranger over the purple bulb.  Although it takes a while to dry, it's shiny and a great added effect! 

What's your favorite Christmas story or song? 

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E ~ Evergreen Pines & Embossing Folder Inking

 December 5th ~ Alpha E ~ Two photos

Evergreen Pines with Teal Bird using Darice Book Plate dies. 

Embossing Folder Inking

Polkadoodles preprinted gingerbread tags on Stampin Up Evergreen Forest Embossing Folder. 

Do you use non-traditional Christmas colors on your cards? 

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D ~ Deep Red Berries & Double Bells

December 4th ~ Alpha D ~ Two Cards

Deep Red Berries 

Beccy's Place, Peace and Light framed with Gina Marie Designs, Label Six dies.

 

Double Bells  on Fence Post

Copic colored fence post and bells placed on Masterboard made using monochromatic shades of green Christmas papers.

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