Like many of you, my post-holiday time has been very hectic. However, amidst all of the hustle and bustle, I want to make certain that I finish up my favorite cards of 2010 prior to continuing with my Occasions Mini peeks. With that said, here are my faves for the remaining months of September through December. Once again, clicking on the name of the card will take you to the original posts and details.
My Blender Pens and Paper Snips certainly got a work out with this card! Since wreaths are timeless, next year it will be fun to switch out the Designer Series Paper with Stampin’ Up!’s newest fall collection.
This fall I was able to take a class from Michelle Zindorf. Although I will never be the master of brayering that Michelle is, I did like the way this card turned out. However, I would love to switch out my ribbon for something scrunchy!
October
Quick and easy…it just doesn’t get any better! The only stamping on this card was the sentiment. With this card I began my love affair with Deck the Halls Designer Series Paper!
And speaking of Deck the Halls, a wonderful sampling of the various patterns can be found in this balloon card! I can hardly wait to recreate this card with the beautiful Springtime Vintage Designer Series Paper from the Occasions Mini catalog.
November
Texture, Deck the Halls, glass glitter, pearls, scrunchy ribbon…need I say more as to why this card was one of my favorites!
With Pearls, Glass Glitter and an Antique Brad, the medallion in the middle of this card is vintage elegance. Once again, I can’t wait to see what new Christmas paper Stampin’ Up! has in store for us next holiday season. Deck the Halls Designer Series Paper will be a tough act to follow!
December
This card was created for a Pals Paper Arts color challenge, and surprisingly enough it worked! However, just to see what it would look like, I would love to re-create this in a different color combination!
And I leave you with my Number One Favorite Card of 2010! The ethereal glow of this monochromatic beauty tops everything!
I hope that you have enjoyed this retrospective as much as I have! And I hope that you are ready for my creations from the Occasions Mini! Until next time…
My question is how did you narrow it down to just these…all your cards are so wonderful!
(sigh) Ann, these are all so gorgeous! Great job on the Zindorf style card – Michelle has such a great style, and it’s fun to try her stuff out once in a while. And all of your vintage style cards are really breathtaking; I sooo wish I could do what you do!!!
It is amazing how you keep creating such masterpieces! They are each a work of art for sure!
This was fun! I sort of forgot about the wreath card and the one with the bells. Good to see them again! Do you know, is the Deck the Halls paper still available? I know the other one was sold out. I might “need” to have another pack after seeing everyone’s great creations with that paper. Love the comment about which card was Muffy’s favorite!
Happy New Year Ann!
Chris R. from Iowa
If I were to ask which card was my favorite I would not be able to choose just one. All of your cards are stunning! Thank you very much for sharing your cards from September to December.Each one is a little piece of art!
Mary
Looking back at the past years favorites has been so much fun. Thanks for sharing them with us.
I can’t wait to see what 2011 brings. Much joy, peace, and happiness for the coming year to you and your family.
I would find it difficult to pick just one! I LOVE them all! You have a portfolio of gorgeous cards! ~Bonnie~
You’ve definitely picked some winners! Love each and everyone of them. ๐
{SMILES}
Incredibly beautiful work Ann! Thanks for sharing such amazing work.
Love them all. You NEVER post anything less than a winner!! ๐
I would say the monochromatic card is my number one favorite too–it is magical! We know which one is Muffy’s favorite! I have loved the wreath card from the first time I saw it–beautiful coloring! Looks like you were one of Michelle’s top students–I so need to take the class again!
It’s absolutely amazing to see your artistic journey this year. Every card belong in a craft magazine. They are superb! Hugs, Mary
Oh I love them all! Can’t wait to see your signature balloon card with the new spring paper too! Oh this is going to be so much fun. Hope the rest of your season is fabulous.
Ann,
I loved your journey of recaping this past year. I have enjoyed your blog and have learned so much from you. I have to agree the last card you posted today was also my favoirte. I always try to leave a comment on your blog each time you post and I know I have been neglectful lately, life has just been so busy. But I have been checking daily when time allowed. We have been very busy with my daughters family,she had a really difficult pregnancy. She had a lot health issues this year so I have been looking after my grandchildren. But we had the most wonderful Christmas gift this year… Another Grandaughter born on Christmas Eve. Her name is Lexie-Sue and she is just perfect.. We have been so blessed..
My daughter is back to normal now and the baby is doing great… hope you had a great holiday with your family..
hugs
Darlene-Joy
Thanks for sharing your 2010 cards, since I only started following your blog in August. Your cards continue to amaze me! You are one talented lady!
We all will miss the designer series Deck the Halls. It was so versatile! I can’t say which is my favorite. I think they are all beautiful cards,every one! I look forward to your blog in the coming year.
Love all of the cards this year…and your blog. I can’t wait to see what you have for us in the year 2011.
Keep on Stamping,
Yvonne
These are all so beautiful. I still have to say that balloon is my fav!!! Hugs,
Thanks so much for sharing your favorites. The last card is simply gorgeous. Looking forward to the coming year and your “new” favorites.
This was such a fun journey! Your art really “grew” this year….can’t wait to see where next year takes you. Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!