Welcome to the “Winter Wonderland” edition of the Pals Paper Arts Challenge! Holiday and winter themed projects are the focus for PPA21. When I hear the words “Winter Wonderland”, I always think of the lyrics to the song. I have visions of a beautiful meadow, with its glistening snow and frosty trees. This seemed like the perfect time to ink up “Lovely as a Tree”, and to use the new Sale-a-bration stamp set, “Whimsical Words”. I hope that you enjoy the sneak peak at this delightful little set!
The Stampin‘ Schach Tips:
- This challenge has me “singin‘ the blues”! The image was stamped with Whisper White ink onto Night of Navy card stock. This was matted onto Brushed Silver followed by Night of Navy again. The card base is Brocade Blue.
- Mask it! Don’t want to use the entire sentiment? Mask off what you do not want to use. The entire sentiment from Whimsical Words actually says “small Wonder”. This was an extremely small “small” located above the “o” and “n” in Wonder, so I covered it with tape custom cut to fit. After inking the stamp with Whisper White, I removed the mask.
- Balancing Act! The sentiment is balanced with the “Snowflake” from Sweet Seasons. Punched out with the 1-1/4″ Circle Punch, it adds a little something to the upper left corner of the card.
- Glitz and Glam! Dazzling Diamonds, a Clear Rhinestone Brad, and Brushed Silver card enhance the snowy, frosty effect I was trying to achieve. It is so “shimmery” in person!
Have fun creating your own “Winter Wonderland”! Remember that any newly created winter or holiday themed card is perfect for this challenge! So, hurry on over to the Pals Paper Arts website to see what the other Design Team Pals have created! Oh, but wait…have you forgotten about my Blog Candy? Don’t forget to leave a comment on today’s card. In case you would like to take another look at the goodies I am giving away Click Here for a picture and details! Have you left your comment? Good…now you can scurry on over to the Pals Challenge and be inspired! Until next time…
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Stamp Set: Lovely as a Tree (115026), Whimsical Words (W 118386, C 119119—SAB); Ink: Whisper White (101731); Paper: Night of Navy (100867), Brushed Silver (100712), Brocade Blue (101166); Tools: 1-1/4″ Circle Punch (104403), Heat Tool (100005); Glitz and Glam: Dazzling Diamonds (102023), Clear Rhinestone Brads (113144)
I don’t think I will ever get tired of this stamp set. This is gorgeous, Ann. I especially love it with white and blues.
Your card is stunning! You certainly captured the winter in NH at night. 🙂
Mary
I love the frosty look you gave your trees! Beautiful card!
Ann, WOW! This blue in the card really brings out the detail in the trees! Love the sparkle.
Puts me in the mood for snow! Lovely card and the dazzling diamonds are just the right touch to complete it.
Love the combination of blue, white, and silver for a wintery card. Very dramatic!
So idyllic and beautiful, Ann! I wish I were there!
Lovely as a Tree is one of my favorite stamp sets and has been on my wishlist FOREVER!!! I will have to buy it someday!
Jamie
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This is so classy and elegant! I love the sparkles, too.
Gorgeous card, Ann! I love the glitter. It definitely reminds of a winter wonderland. I love the blue and silver card stock. I can hardly wait to CASE this one! ~Bonnie~
Beautiful! Wow!
Very stunning card, love it!!! Hope your all ready for Christmas. I am as of today!!! Hugs,
Gorgeous glitter Ann! And yes the rest of the card is fab too! Thanks for the sneak peak of the new set and the sophisticated card for an imaginative challenge.
Hugs – Jean
Simply dazzling, Ann! I love how simply and gorgeous this is. Brava!
Stunning and crisp in blue and white! Hugs, M
simply gorgeous – Lesley x
Beautiful card! Your color choices have become one of my favorites to use for Christmas cards! I have also become a great fan of Lovely As A Tree…thank you again for your inspiration Donna
Great! And it does look like a “winter wonderland”!
Full of wonder – gorgeous card Ann – love those trees 🙂 and of course a dusting of ‘ice’ is ‘wonder’ful!
Sweet, Ann! Definitely “wonder” full!
This is gorgeous! Love the colors and clean layout and layering. Beautiful!
Beautiful card. I knew it would be from the sneak peek yesterday. I will have to give this a try. TFS
JoAnn
Gorgeous card! I never think outside the box when it comes to color choices at Christmas ~ this makes me want to hide my stash of red and green! Thanks for sharing. I’m off to find my Night of Navy cs!
Barbara in SC
Another beautiful card! TFS!
Beautiful, beautiful card! Very Sparkly too! I can’t wait to make this one, it’s absolutely gorgeous!
Absolutely gorgeous Ann! I LOVE your white on blue…it’s really stunning!
Leslie said …
Gorgeous! The dazzling diamonds gives that “frost is in the air” effect. I absolutely love the idea. The snowflake and sentiment add that extra-special balancing touch that you always exhibit. I am going to have to get the dazzling diamonds on my wish list!