A little twist for Christmas...

I LOVE putting a little twist on my Christmas cards each year. Last year I had a peeking pocket card and this year it's a slider. Now I'm not going to show you the inside slider just yet because too many people on Christmas card list also visit my blog! Something has to be a surprise! Boy oh boy, let me tell you though, I've been trying to come up with an idea for months this year and I was so happy yesterday when I figured out what I was going to do.

Since I didn't have a blog last year at Christmas, I thought I would share what I came up with last year. I guess I like interactive cards, because it seems like every year there is something you need to pull out or move ~ LOL!



I know lots of people, even lots of stampers/cardmakers, don't take the time to make Christmas cards. And that's OK. However, I personally feel that it is the one time of year, I honestly have to make the effort. Our friends and family know that crafting is a big part of my life and many want to see a little something I've created. I always tell my husband, "You can't underestimate the power of a handmade card." {Of course, he likes to use that line on me at just the right moment to be a smart mouth} But I really do feel like it makes a difference sometimes & of course, I love the creative process. So don't forget to reach out to someone with a card or a little note, regardless of the time of year or occasion ~ I'll bet you put a smile on their face when they open the envelope.

Supplies Used (Card #1 - All supplies are from Stampin' Up!): Stamps ~ Snow Jumbo Wheel, Season of Joy; Paper ~ Soft Sky, Old Olive, Fall Flowers DS paper, Sahara Sand; Ink ~ Soft Sky, Sahara Sand; Punches: Scallop Circle, 3/4" circle, 1 1/4" circle, 1 3/8" circle, small oval circle; Ribbon ~ Soft Sky; Scissor - Mini Scallop (Fiskers).

Supplies Used (Card #2 - All supplies are from Stampin' Up!): Stamps ~ Snowflake Jumbo Wheel, Tags So Much & Warmest Regards Hostess sets from 2006 (retired); Cardstock ~ True Thyme, Canberry Crisp, Holiday Thyme DS paper (all retired); Ribbon ~ Cranberry Crisp Stitched Ribbon (retired); Hodgepodge Hardware (clip & brad).