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Some Trees!

This weekend I was in a tree mood (thanks to you Angie). For the SCS Inspiration Challenge, I made a fun pink poinsettia tree (THIS was my inspiration).



I used my new ODBD poinsettia die and a sentiment from the Christmas Verse set (I love this die btw). I am entering this in the current Christmas challenge at ODBD.

I also cased a beautiful card by Sara who was the Featured Stamper at SCS (THIS is the card I cased). I so want to do a sky like she did soon - I opted to do my trees colorful instead. Lovely as a Tree is one of my favorite SU! sets.


Hugz!!!

Comments

  1. Carol LDecember 7, 2014 at 4:47 PM

    Gorgeous and MORE gorgeous are these cards! The pink poinsettia tree is simply stunning, but the lovely as a tree set is just awesome! I hardly recognized the stamp set! I LOVE how you did those trees!!!

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  2. jimlynnDecember 7, 2014 at 4:52 PM

    Whoa! BOTH are so beautiful! The wreath is stunning and what a creative way of using all the pretty pink poinsettias. Love the second one too! So gorgeous!!!
    Lynn

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  3. TammyDecember 7, 2014 at 5:11 PM

    Wow Nancy, both cards are gorgeous but the depth of colors on the second card is just amazing and rich! Fabulous job!

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  4. MarisaDecember 7, 2014 at 7:10 PM

    That poinsettia tree is fabulous!! and what a beautiful scene you created on the second one.

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  5. MonicaDecember 7, 2014 at 7:11 PM

    Both so beautiful; the first one pops out and smiles at me while the second is elegant and graceful. The colourful trees looks awesome.

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  6. GwenDecember 7, 2014 at 7:35 PM

    Oh WOW Both cards are super pretty !!!

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  7. KelleyDecember 7, 2014 at 9:38 PM

    Gorgeous card! I LOVE all the pink poinsettias for the tree!!!

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  8. DoreenDecember 8, 2014 at 12:38 AM

    Beautiful,gorgeous colours and design.xxx

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  9. cotnobDecember 8, 2014 at 5:32 AM

    Two gorgeous cards Nancy, I love your pink poinsettia tree and the wonderful winter scene you have created on your second card is fabulous, great texture.
    Pauline
    x

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  10. Anne TempleDecember 8, 2014 at 6:47 AM

    Both of these are gorgeous! Really like the second one - it really looks like it's snowing and I love the colors.

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  11. *Vicki*December 8, 2014 at 9:40 AM

    WOWZER!! These are totally amazing Nancy!! I just LOVE the sparkle on your flower wreath and those trees on the second creation are just STUNNING!! Hugs & Smiles - *Vicki*
    My Blog: Stamp Smiles

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  12. JaceeDecember 8, 2014 at 9:45 AM

    Stunning design, so very pretty, love them both!
    hugs Jacee
    Simply Paper Card Design

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  13. BenziDecember 8, 2014 at 11:42 AM

    Ooh, what beautiful cards, Nancy. I love the pink poinsettia tree and the second card is just outstanding. You've been working hard while I have been away.

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  14. Kathy BradleyDecember 8, 2014 at 12:49 PM

    Wow, Nancy, two gorgeous and elegant cards. I must say my fav is the poinsettia tree - BEAUTIFUL!

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  15. CherylQuiltsDecember 8, 2014 at 6:55 PM

    Oh, Nancy, your Christmas tree with the poinsettia dies is absolutely stunning! I love your technique and the final result! It is so creative! Wow! And I also love your second card. So glad you've joined us for the ODBD Shining the Light challenge! Hugs!

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  16. ConniecrafterDecember 9, 2014 at 2:08 PM

    Your poinsettia tree is just lovely!

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  17. coopsDecember 11, 2014 at 3:58 AM

    wow thses are fabulous nancy.i love your pretty pink poinsetia tree and your winter trees card is amazing, really love the design and colours and the sparkle is fantastic ;D

    xx coops xx

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  18. JD/ JillDecember 13, 2014 at 3:24 PM

    Both of these are stunning! So very nicely done!

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  19. Stampsnob.December 14, 2014 at 11:47 AM

    Both of these cards have the texture to make them so beautiful.....Lis

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  20. Linda CarsonDecember 14, 2014 at 6:48 PM

    Wow Nancy! Both cards are absolutely beautiful, absolutely creative and inspirational! Love both of them! Thanks for joining us at ODBD!

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  21. Linda CarsonDecember 14, 2014 at 7:11 PM

    I forgot to say hope you have a very Merry Christmas!

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  22. Chris Olsen, GlowbugDecember 14, 2014 at 8:53 PM

    Oh Nancy, I saw this on SC and commented on it so I did not realize I did not comment here. Sorry! This is stunning!! I so love the beautiful poinsettias in the shape of tree, the pink and all the sparkle. Stunning Christmas card! Thanks for sharing with us at ODBD!!
    hugs,
    Chris

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  23. DarnellDecember 19, 2014 at 5:00 PM

    I've had such a lovely time catching up with your beautiful cards, Nancy! I had to stop on this one because your trees just literally took my breath away!! I'm pinning that card, even though I doubt I could ever come close to duplicating it. That is a magazine cover card!! Happy Holidays to you and your family!! Hugs, Darnell

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