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Blue Bird: Day 2 of the S&S 12 Days of Christmas

Greetings Guys and Dolls! …are there any guys out there that actually read my blog?  Hmmm…? Welcome to day 2 of the Smeared & Smudged 12 Days of Chrsitmas. On the odd days of the month I will (along with over 20 other Jolly Bloggers) be sahring new stamped Christmas projects for your viewing pleasure. Today I have a card that I modeled after a few that I did during the 31 Days of Halloween. If you hopped around then, you’ll probably recognize this style.

I made a clean and simple card (otherwise known as CAS), which is so not my normal style. But, I do really like the way this (and the Halloween ones) turned out. My stamp is from Inkadinkado. I swiped some Broken China Distress Ink across the bottom of the card with a cosmetic sponge first. Then I stamped my image with StazOn. Note to all of you wanting to try this. Let the Distress Ink dry first!!! The StazOn won’t ink properly if you don’t.

Then I added some Stickles for a bit of glitz and dimension. Looking at the card now…I’m thinking I may go back and add some teeny rhinestones. The Holidays are all about glitz anyways, right?

You can see the Stickles a little better here. I also used a Daisy D’s rub-on tape around the edge. Yes, I made it jiggly on purpose. I hope you’ve enjoyed my simple little offering for today. Please be sure to visit the rest of the Jolly Bloggers, all listed on my side bar. Thanks for stopping by. Have an inspiring day!

Comments

ike said…
Oh, that is sooo gorgeous. Love the image and such a beautiful design. Yes, I liked that sample at Halloween too... awesome CAS xxxxx
December 3, 2011 at 9:41 AM
I Don't Do Straight said…
Simple but effective, Beautiful card Alison :)
December 3, 2011 at 10:18 AM
Unknown said…
Alison this is lovely very elegant
Luv Jane xxx
December 3, 2011 at 3:41 PM
paula akers said…
lovely wintry feel. see me shiver?? tfs!
December 3, 2011 at 7:27 PM
Sara a.k.a. Eternal Princess Ryan said…
Oh I love this card Alison and of course you know me... gotta have sparkle!!! I really love this image!!! I think you are right some rhinestones would look cool!!! Have a wonderful rest of the weekend!!! Hugs!!!
December 3, 2011 at 9:47 PM
Sharon Sahl said…
Alison, I love these cards that you call simpple although they seem quite complex on examination! Great bird stamp!
December 4, 2011 at 9:35 AM
Croms' Cubby Hole said…
Alison tis is beautiful. That blue against the black is really striking and makes the bird seem to come to life. Love it
December 4, 2011 at 5:28 PM
KristyLee said…
Alison,
This is BEAUTIFUL!!!!
Peace,
KristyLee
December 4, 2011 at 9:28 PM
MaRyKaY said…
that is a very cute birdie stamp. love how you did the ink across the bottom
December 5, 2011 at 12:36 AM
~Lady B~ said…
Stunning! I love this technique!
December 6, 2011 at 12:31 PM
Susan said…
Alison this IS beautiful, so very sweet and lovely!!
Susan
December 7, 2011 at 10:43 PM
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