Advent ATC Day 22 for 2017

We are getting closer to the day of celebration for Jesus birth some 2,000+ years ago.

I've enjoyed making these but frankly (or should I say frankincense) I'm ready for a few days of total relaxation. I haven't thought about or shopped for ingredients of what food to prepare to take to my mother's on Christmas Day. Goodness!

Without further ado, #22:

Recipe:

1. ATC size light gray cardstock base (Colorbok)

2. green and red markers were used to add details at corners and #22

3. "Joy to the World" (Unity Stamp Co.) stamped on green paper (Grafix)

4. Cut around step 3

5. 1/4 of a red with white snowflake printed doily (Christmas House/bought at Dollar Tree) was glued, pleated, and stapled in 2 spots

6. "Joy to the World" was glued on

7. iridescent gem added

This is the 2nd time I have used this new stamp for the ATC series but I just really like how this looks like it is a jingle bell or an ornament. It is a to be a festive time. Keep your spirits filled with joy. Sing carols. Give something to someone-- Hand-made items are always welcomed. Hand-baked goods are especially enjoyed. Remember the widows, orphans, and less fortunate.

Look around. It is easy to notice someone who appears to be in a worse situation or set of circumstances. But by the grace of God that could be I. Let your love of God shine.

Blessed in the heartland, Becca

 

CTD #473 for December 18 of 2017

You want a challenge? A mega CHALLENGE? Then what about a THROWDOWN?

A Throwdown about color! CTD #473 is happening now! 

http://colorthrowdown.blogspot.com/2017/12/color-throwdown-countdown-473.html

There is wonderful inspiration creations by the design team, so check it out if you have time before the December 18, 2017 deadline.

This is what I created for the challenge:

Main products:

https://www.hobbylobby.com/Scrapbook-Paper-Crafts/Paper-Cardstock/Printed-Paper-Packs/The-Mint-Berry-Cardstock-Paper-Pack/p/MB52038

https://www.unitystampco.com/joy-to-the-world/

Did you notice what I did to the patterned papers to add the "kraft"/beige color? I meticulously used a brown colored pencil to lightly apply a kraft beige color element to the selections. Does it work? Could you tell?

I love the results!!!! Just a hint of Christmas with the gingerbread foam stick-on for the front and the stamped Joy to the World sentiment on the inside.