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A Christmas Decoration and Two Best Friends

Holley's Group is doing the Squigglefly challenge this week and the theme is piercing or piecing. I had to play as usual. I normally would have done piecing, but I really wanted to do some more Christmas cards and this year I am really drawn to this gorgeous Antique Ornament #2 by Lynne Stansbery. There are at least 5 ornaments in Lynne's collection. Did you know that Squigglefly has hundreds and hundred's of Christmas images? I knew there were a lot but I looked this weekend and I can't believe how many there are. I have at least 20 on my wish list now that I am about to go into a Christmas card blitz. I pierced my paper all the way around in a messy stitch to look like I sewed it.


It is also the last day to enter the Sassy Cheryl Best Friends challenge, and I try to never miss that challenge! Here is my entry:


You can get this cute Max image at either Sassy Cheryl's Store or the Squigglefly store, and it is precious! My sentiment is from SU!

Hope you all have a wonderful Monday.

Hugz!

Comments

  1. BenziJuly 29, 2013 at 9:50 AM

    Very pretty Christmas card and I love the ornament. No, I didn't go they had hundreds of ornaments. I'll have to check that out.
    Love Sassy Cheryl images...so adorable. What a sweet sentiment to go along.

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  2. MarisaJuly 29, 2013 at 10:49 AM

    Gorgeous ornament and buttons on the side and the image on the second card is just too cute!! Wonderful work on both cards.

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  3. Ann EnglishJuly 29, 2013 at 6:16 PM

    I love both of your creations. Similar palette with completely different effect! The ornament card is elegant and the Sassy Cheryl's card is Shabby chic CUTE! Thank you so much for joining us this week for the Sassy Cheryl's challenge!

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  4. JD/ JillJuly 29, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    Both cards are very pretty!

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  5. Turtle In The SandJuly 29, 2013 at 6:53 PM

    Dress it up or dress it down. Both look fabulous. Friends are good! Thanks for playing with us at Sassy Cheryls this week. I always look forward to seeing your creations. Hugs, Linda.

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  6. Holley (Tondre) BarnhartJuly 29, 2013 at 7:26 PM

    both cards are just delightful! Wonderful work. Cheers, Holley

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  7. SueJuly 29, 2013 at 8:32 PM

    Nancy, what an elegant card you created with the beautiful ornament.
    And your sassy cheryl card is so darn cute, love how you colored it up.

    Hugs
    Sue

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  8. CathyJuly 29, 2013 at 11:02 PM

    Love your card and I have always loved that sentiment. Thanks for playing the Sassy Cheryl's Challenge this week :)

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  9. Sassy RaggedyJuly 29, 2013 at 11:42 PM

    Hi Nancy,
    Both of your cards are wonderful...Of course I am partial to the Sassy Cheryl one...Little Max and his pal are so adorable...Thanks for joining us again at Sassy Cheryl's! Hugz, joann

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  10. McCrafty's CardsJuly 30, 2013 at 12:08 AM

    Both cards are gorgeous Nancy, My favourite is the little lad with his feet in the water.
    Kevin xx

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  11. downrightcraftyJuly 30, 2013 at 2:14 AM

    fabulous cards and love the Christmas one
    Hugs Kate xx

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  12. coopsJuly 30, 2013 at 2:31 AM

    both so stunning nancy.gorgeous boys card, the image is fab and your Christmas card is fabulous.i love the elegant bauble and colours ;D

    xx coops xx

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  13. Sassy CherylJuly 30, 2013 at 2:38 AM

    OMGOSH! I just LOVE this sweet little card! Absolutely beautifully colored! Love just that sweet little splash of blue in the water. It's just stunning.
    Thanks for playing along in the Best Friends Forever challenge this week with my Sassy Gals!!!

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  14. Desire FourieJuly 30, 2013 at 2:43 AM

    Awesome designs Nancy with wonderful earthy tones.
    Hugs
    Desíre
    {Doing Life – my personal blog}

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  15. Carol HurlockJuly 30, 2013 at 3:27 AM

    Hey, you have a quacker too on your card!!! Must be the week for ducks....lol Super cute little guy on that card as well. Did I mention how jealous I am you are doing Christmas cards...lol That ornament is so pretty. Love the rich earth tones. I sent you a message. I need help with a decision on the album!!!! Godzilla I tell ya.....Godzilla!!! You'll get it when you read the message...lol
    Bear Hugs,
    Carol

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  16. Darlene July 30, 2013 at 4:24 AM

    Oh Nancy this holiday card is just STUNNING! What a beautiful image and your choice of color is fabulous! LOVE the cute little 'friend' image card too ... so adorable and your coloring is 'Off The Hook' ... FANTASTIC!
    Hope you're having a fun week!
    HUGS from OHIO
    DAR'S CRAFTY CREATIONS

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  17. Darlene July 30, 2013 at 4:26 AM

    Ooops ... forgot to say THANKS for joining our challenge at Squigglefly this week and hope to see you again real soon!
    (I was so excited with your creations, my DT hat must have fallen off and I lost track of what I was doing! LOL!) Great job my friend!!

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  18. Colleen DietrichJuly 30, 2013 at 2:33 PM

    Oh my, no wonder you like that ornament so much. It is so elegant! Good for you, going on a Christmas card blitz. Now is the time, you're right!

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  19. luvmycards.blogspot.comJuly 31, 2013 at 6:26 PM

    Your cards are always good eye candy!! Love the colors and the details!!
    Carolyn

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  20. wannabcre8tiveJuly 31, 2013 at 9:05 PM

    A very pretty Christmas card, I love that ornament and it looks pretty in all colors. Love the cute card with Max cooling his toes in the watering hole.

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  21. Anne TempleAugust 1, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    Wonderful cards. Love the vintage look of both.

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  22. HeatherAugust 1, 2013 at 10:14 AM

    Both fabulous card Nancy, wonderful designs and colours/papers!! Your bauble is beautiful - so classy and elegant. Max is just adorable and great details!!

    hugs
    Heather xx

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  23. Dawn @ LilyPinkScrapsAugust 2, 2013 at 4:25 PM

    These both look great!! Love the similar colour scheme - looks elegant on the ornament card and makes the second card look gorgeously vintage :)

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  24. Holly YoungAugust 11, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    Two fantastic cards Nancy, but I really love the antique ornament. The sepia tone you colored it in is so beautiful and looks so dimensional. I think your faux messy stitching is a great touch!

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