Just as a heads up. The regularly scheduled Featured Friday will be on break for the month of December due to hectic holiday schedules. But have I ever got some great guests lined up for January!
Deborah of Society of Stampaholics posted her big reveal of the Card Chain Club on December 1st, and I am just now getting around to posting my coordinating card.
This card was sent to Florida for Miss Barbara. I embossed that bird stamp I had and paired it with some striped paper and some charms I found at Michael's.
I'd like to enter my card into the Little Red Wagon's Things With Wings challenge because I love my golden embossed bird. That is one OLD rubber stamp from the 90s!
I'd also like to support the Chocolate, Coffee, and Cards Challenges "Use A Charm". It was fun to pull out some metal embellishments and figure out how to attach them to the card. I'd also like to thank May Arts Ribbon for the Natural Burlap string that I won in the Caring Hearts Card Drive Blog Hop. I LOVE it!!
If you haven't heard of the Card Chain Challenge - you should check it out! I make and make and make homemade cards, but rarely do I receive one. If you sign up for the CCC another crafter somewhere in the world will send you a homemade card (and sometimes extra little goodies). Signup is offered on a month-to-month basis so there's no obligation if you're busy on one month. The next signup will be offered on December 7th! :)
I received this amazing card full of sparkly goodness from Nicole of Chez Parmentier who mailed it all the way from the Netherlands:
I loved all the layers, textures and those sweet little wooden embellishments. It's proudly displayed with the rest of my homemade cards.
There. Now I am all caught up with some of the posts and can get back onto solid footing with good ol' December.
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Stunning creation you've made!! Love the bird image, the gold embossing and the beautiful feather charm! The card you received is really stunning too! :) Thanks for sharing and have a lovely weekend! HUGS
ReplyDeleteLove bird cards, Becca, and yours is a treasure! I'm sure Barbara was thrilled!
ReplyDeleteBecca, I love that chubby bird stamp and especially the gold embossing! This is a wonderful card; Barbara is one lucky gal to receive it. I agree, it is so much fun to receive cards in the mail. I always put mine on display for everyone to see!
ReplyDeleteTwo gorgeous cards Becca, bet Barbara will be as thrilled with hers as you are with yours. Carol x
ReplyDeleteYour card is sooo gorgeous & the charms work like a - well - charm [groan! But someone had to say it, right??!!!!]....liking that idea of a 'card chain'...I used to something similar waaaay back 'in the day'....so off to check this one out...thanks for the 'heads up' :):)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card, Becca! I love your gold embossing - the bird looks so pretty - he's so plump keeping himself warm - love it! Congrats on your burlap string win! And the CCC card you received is beautiful! Sounds like a fun idea!
ReplyDeleteYou not only received a very pretty card, you made one as well! Love the design on the one you made and that beautiful color.
ReplyDeleteLynn
How lovely!! The colors you used are brilliant and I am loving the pretty bird image you used. Such a pretty card you received too.
ReplyDeleteHi Becca! Both cards are wonderful! The design of them is just great! Could you please send me an e-mail at: Craftygalscorner@gmail.com regarding your DT application. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThe gold embossed bird looks fabulous, lovely colors you chose.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card, Becca--that string is really neat!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card - love that adorable little bird!
ReplyDeleteSo classy and elegant Becca, I am sure the recipient will love it.
ReplyDeleteHave a happy weekend.
B x
adorable little birdie and elegant too Becca..love the add of the pearl
ReplyDeletelovely striped paper Becca and lovely add the charm...
The one who get this must be in love and the card for you also so pretty...lucky you..
happy weekend Becca...
we should exchange our card..soon..I will make you a holiday card...
I have your addy I think right
Hugs, Monika
That bird stamp is from the 90's? It's awesome and so is your card...gotta love gold...I love gold.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous RAK you received...wow.
Hi Becca - thank you for your lovely comment :) maybe my english isn't good, but if you want to write stgh on my blog you can use english ;) I love your card - cplours combo, beautiful. You also recived a fantastic card from your friend, hugs Agnieszka
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty :) love that bird stamp and gold is amazing, card from ur friend is so pretty !!
ReplyDeleteWow, gorgeous card and design! Love the gold embossing!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice idea about sending the cards to others. You card is so sweet and I love that stamp. There is always something about the old stamps-they are always great to use
ReplyDeleteGreat card Becca, Jo x
ReplyDeleteLovely card, such a cute bird too, and what a great idea about sending handmade goodies to another crafter, I shall definitely check that out in the new year.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Georgie xx
Hi Becca! Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving your sweet comment. Love your card style! Congrats
ReplyDeleteon being chosen for the Crafty Gals Corner DT. Should be a great challenge. Your teamie, Judy
Darling CCC card, Becca!! Love the burgundy & gold color combo, especially that pin-stripe background...very classy with the gold details and embossing of that cute little birdy!! XOXO-Shari
ReplyDeleteSign up is today for the next CCC challenge! Thanks for telling me about it. It is fun to get your card in the mail!!
ReplyDeleteFantastic card for the card chain, Becca! So very pretty! I keep meaning to sign up, so I'll go over now and do that. I have my own card pen pal group, too, which I've mentioned on my blog now and then. I'd love to exchange addresses and birthdates with you. I'll send you an email. Happy Holiday Hugs! Darnell
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card!
ReplyDeleteYour card is lovely! I just love the embossed bird! Thanks for joining us at Little Red Wagon :)
ReplyDeleteJoanne xo
I love your card Becca! It's so beautiful! The little birdie and charms are gorgeous! The card from your friend is also very pretty.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your sweet comment. Many thanks!
Rosi x
Beautiful card, Becca! I love this sweet bird, especially gold embossed, and your details are really lovely!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful !!! Love colours and image. Thanks for joining us at Chocolate, Coffe & Cards Challenges!!! I hope you get to join us again for our next challenge. Agnieszka DT
ReplyDeleteOh, that sweet chubby little bird! I love it!
ReplyDeleteAnd I don't have nearly as good a reason for being behind as you do, but I'm behind nonetheless. December has a way of doing that despite the best laid plans :)