Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Frilly and Funkie - Holiday Hues

Hello Everyone!

Well I sure hope everyone had a wonderful holiday...are you sick of leftovers yet?? HAHA!! It's great to back and I'm here with the last challenge of the year for Frilly and Funkie! For this fortnight, I will be your hostess and I have chosen the theme 'HOLIDAY HUES'. I would like you to create a card or project in your favourite holiday colours...any colour, any holiday you celebrate! Just don't forget to make it shabby chic or vintage. One lucky winner will receive a $25 gift certificate to Linda's shop The Funkie Junkie Boutique!

I've decided to continue working on my Christmas card stash for next year. I am determined not to fall behind again, so be prepared for a few more holiday cards before I break out the fluffy flower dies this year. 



Something I thought I would never admit is that I am thoroughly enjoying creating with pre-designed patterned papers!! As one of my resolutions this year, I have decided to dive in and give some of these papers a run for their money. Today I am using Tim Holtz papers from the Yuletide pad, and Graphic 45 papers from the Time to Flourish collection.



The stencils I used are Tim Holtz Speckles and Wendy Vecchi 3 Flourishes. The flower was done with Sizzix Spiky Floral punch and the stamens are from Linda's shop, which I coloured with Sunshine Yellow alcohol ink. The seam binding was coloured with Shabby Shutters and Peeled Paint and touch of Forest Moss. The berry sprig is from Petaloo, the Mirrored Stars are Tim Holtz.

The large snowflake is Tim Holtz. I coloured it with Tarnished Brash distress spray and rubbed a little Archival ink Potting Soil across the top to antique it a bit. The monocle is Tim Holtz and the little red clothes pin and brass connector rings are from Linda's shop. The snow is Ranger Texture Paste and I covered it with Rock Candy distress glitter.







I am entering the following wonderful challenges:

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All of the following products that I used can be purchased at The Funkie Junkie Boutique


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We had a wonderful Christmas holiday this year. It wasn't exactly what we had planned but we were determined to make the best of it, and thanks to my sweet and thoughtful husband, our first Christmas in our new home was jolly and memorable!! We spent a few evenings driving around and exploring the area. Everywhere you look, the streets and lawns are lit up with Christmas lights and decorations!! So here we go with...CHRISTMAS PART I.









That's it for today. Thank you for stopping in and for all the amazing comments. I read and appreciate every single one! If you have any questions, please let me know.



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70 comments:

  1. kiwimeskreationsDecember 30, 2015 at 2:16 AM

    Oh Pamellia - you don't just create cards, you create 3-D masterpieces - this is amazing!
    Love your photos, particularly the one of the tree spot lighted in different colours
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  2. Valerie-JaelDecember 30, 2015 at 2:41 AM

    Wonderful card, love all the details. The Christmas lights were really bright, glad you were able to drive round and see them. Hugs, Valerie

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  3. JaneDecember 30, 2015 at 3:03 AM

    Hello dear Pamellia it's great to see you back in blog land and I'm glad you enjoyed your Christmas. Your card is gorgeous and good to see you using some papers...my resolution last year was not to buy any more..and I did succeed. Your colours are beautiful...such a natural feel and all that texture. .just delightful. Hugs xx

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  4. kavithaDecember 30, 2015 at 3:12 AM

    Your card is absolutely stunning,love the festive look to it and your christmas pics looks
    great :)

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  5. brendaDecember 30, 2015 at 3:14 AM

    Yet another stunning piece of artwork Pamellia.

    Happy New Year to you and yours.

    B x

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  6. Nikki ActonDecember 30, 2015 at 3:16 AM

    Hello! Another fabulous creation...lots of scrumtious layers and shabby wonder! Pretty impressive you are doing Xmas for next year lol although based on my having to buy cards this year maybe I should,do that too! Great theme too... Be happy! Nikki xxx

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  7. nattybootsDecember 30, 2015 at 3:29 AM

    Gee what a smashing card , loving all the texture , shabbyness and the little peg ,glad you had a lovely Christmas , great pics too.
    Elaine H X

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  8. JJDecember 30, 2015 at 4:10 AM

    Hi Pamellia,

    WOW! Another stunning card from you, love how you use your papers, so beautiful. Love the whole design.

    Thank you for showing us your wonderful Christmas photos, looks a lovely place.

    I hope you had a fabulous Christmas despite it not being what you hoped for and i wish you a Very happy New Year.

    Love & Hugs


    Jacquie J xxx
    http://jewelscardcraft.blogspot.co.uk/

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  9. Jenny MarplesDecember 30, 2015 at 4:42 AM

    What a fabulous way to finish the year and start a new one Pamellia! Love your holiday bouquet and your trademark attention to detail on this stunner of a card. It's fabulous to see the lights in your area and I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed your time in your new home. Wishing you a happy New Year. Jenny xxx

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  10. sirkkisDecember 30, 2015 at 5:47 AM

    Just super!! Cant be more beautiful.....
    Thanks for the lovely photos, too.
    Wishing you and yours all the best for the year 2016,
    with big hug xxx

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  11. Rainey's Craft RoomDecember 30, 2015 at 5:49 AM

    Hi Pamellia, love how you have created this gorgeous dimensional masterpiece in beautiful traditional colours for Christmas. It is also lovely to see your photo's of the Christmas lights in your neighbourhood, always certain to make you feel festive. I hope you have a Happy and Healthy New Year and look forward to your next post.
    Lorraine

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  12. Dr Sonia S VDecember 30, 2015 at 5:57 AM

    Pamelia I love to literally drool at the amazing detail you add to each of your projects and I too am determined to use up pattern papers this year! Such fun decorations!
    Cheers
    Dr Sonia

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  13. FikretaDecember 30, 2015 at 6:01 AM

    very nice!
    Happy New Year!
    hugs
    Bad Kitty's Craftroom
    >^.^<

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  14. chrissieDecember 30, 2015 at 6:49 AM

    Stunning card to srat off the collection for 2016 and what an amazing place to drive around at Christmas time.

    Happy 2016 to you

    Love Chrissie xx

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  15. http://www.customwritinglab.com/December 30, 2015 at 7:03 AM

    Very cool. I hope you had a real fun on Christmas. I'd like to wish you only the best in a New Year and a wonderful muse to create more.

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  16. Sathya December 30, 2015 at 7:10 AM

    Such a mixedmedia card...So in love with ur cards..very many elements, layers, beautifully fit in this card...Love it!!
    Wishing u a great new year 2016

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  17. VeerleDecember 30, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    Gorgeous Pamellia, I love all the touches of different colours. Lots of creativity and inspiration for you in the comming year. Hugs, Veerle

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  18. CecDecember 30, 2015 at 8:20 AM

    Another gorgeous Christmas card with all the great layers. Love the traditional colour palette and the lovely florals you added along with the snowy touches (looks like you left it out on the balcony Monday night - lol).
    Hugs!
    Cec

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  19. SamraDecember 30, 2015 at 8:28 AM

    Gorgeous traditional colors card Pamellia! My favorite is that red clothes pin...that holds the charm :)
    Hugs

    Samra
    Paper Talk with Samra

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  20. SD poojaDecember 30, 2015 at 8:36 AM

    Such a Gorgeous card ! Just last week it was Christmas and look you are preparing for next years :D !! I hope your resolve continues and have a huge stash till next Christmas :)

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  21. Words and PicturesDecember 30, 2015 at 8:56 AM

    What a glorious card, Pamellia - green and red look just stunning in your hands. A great challenge theme too.
    Alison xx

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  22. Patty O'MalleyDecember 30, 2015 at 9:03 AM

    Wonderfully beautiful card, Pamellia! I am also determined to make at least one Christmas card a month so I don't fall behind next year. Happy New Year!

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  23. froebelsternchenDecember 30, 2015 at 9:06 AM

    An AMAZING card Pamellia! Stunning!
    Happy New Year to you!
    oxo
    Susi

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  24. VintagehandmadeDecember 30, 2015 at 9:19 AM

    Another fabulous Christmas layered card from you, Pamellia! So festive and delicate! I love how you used that gorgeous Graphic45 paper! Marvelous design, my friend, as always!
    Happy New Year! Huge hugs! Branka xxx

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  25. Craft Addicts - Tracy EvansDecember 30, 2015 at 9:48 AM

    Truly beautiful card, wonderful design and layout. Love the textural corrugated card and the touches of red. I need to carry on with holiday cards for a while too just to be ahead for 2016. Happy New Year Pamellia. Hugs. Tracy x X

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  26. Liz's creative cornerDecember 30, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    Wow un, this is stunning, I love all the layers, detail and texture, i don't have lots of xmas cards to send so can stop now, lol
    Glad your Christmas was good, ours was quite too, Jims now back at work so no New Years Eve party either lol,
    Hope you have a lovely New Year and I will catch up with you soon, hugs Liz xx

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  27. Asia King (aka Joanna K)December 30, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    Wooooow, Pamellia, you just blew me away with this card! It's absolutely stunning! Beautifully vintage and I love the snow accents. Just gorgeous! Thank you for your friendship and all the beautiful things you've shared with us this year. Happy New Year, my fiend! xx

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  28. Mrs.BDecember 30, 2015 at 11:21 AM

    A gorgeous card Pamellia, beautiful details as always.
    Have a wonderful New Year,
    Hugs, Avril xx

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  29. SewPaperPaintDecember 30, 2015 at 11:31 AM

    While you are trying to use your scrapbook paper more, I am trying NOT to - ha ha ha! For me, it is due to lack of availability of "good paper" locally. But you definitely are using your paper stash well. I love to mix companies so the look isn't quite so contrived, and see that you think along the same line. ;0 Thanks for the heads up on the ABC challenge. I've updated my post. Thanks so much for your sweet comments and sharing such a beautiful Christmas card. I always learn a thing or two from your posts. Hugs, Autumn <3

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  30. ChrissyDecember 30, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    Beautiful card Pamellia..love the colours and snowy texture and all the gorgeous elements with the dimension..FABulous..Wishing you and your family a Happy,safe and healthy New Year 2016..

    luv CHRISSYxx

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  31. Linda BreedloveDecember 30, 2015 at 12:39 PM

    Loved going through your photos of the Christmas displays... thanks for sharing them! Also like seeing your products list... you used a ton on this card, which by the way is absolutely gorgeous. So much to choose from at Linda's store... my very favorite place to shop. Back to your card... love that flourish stenciling and the Petaloo holly and berries... your seam binding color is beautiful!!!! Lovely tree charm! An all around beautiful, snowy card... inspirational!

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  32. JaceeDecember 30, 2015 at 1:41 PM

    Stunning card Pamellia, love those papers and your textures look fabulous!
    Hugs Jacee
    Simply Paper Card Design

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  33. ChrisDecember 30, 2015 at 2:36 PM

    Stunning work as always, beautiful colours, design and wonderful texture!
    Love the festive photos too!
    Happy New Year Pamellia, hope 2016 is a great one for you!
    Chris
    x

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  34. Lee-AnneDecember 30, 2015 at 2:40 PM

    A veritable feast for the eyes, Pamellia! The texture, the colors...love, love, love! Happy New Year to you! May your 2016 be full of love, laughter and of course creativity! Hugs!

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  35. TerryDecember 30, 2015 at 3:37 PM

    Again I look at all the lavish layers of awesome goodness and am breathless! Pamellia, your card is gorgeous! I love all the details! Glad you had an amazing first Christmas in your new house and the photos are all so festive. Wishing you a most Happy New Year! Hugs!

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  36. UnknownDecember 30, 2015 at 3:51 PM

    Hmmmm - seems to me like you could easily be the queen of patterned paper Pamellia!!! What a gorgeous and fun card. Love the poinsettia and the twine looks like a candy cane! The green ribbon is just the prettiest color of green. My fav part is the white cardboard - makes me think of a picket fence in the background with a lovely Christmas scene in front - like a decor!!! Thank you for wishing me a HAPPY NEW YEAR on my blog Pamellia... and of course... the same to you sweet gal. You are such an grand inspiration and delight. I pray that 2016 is full of wonderful creative surprises for you and some added prosperity from all your hard work too. BIG HUGS, j.

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  37. SarahDecember 30, 2015 at 4:18 PM

    Such a spectacular card Pamellia, love how you add the perfect finishing touches every single time. What gorgeous Christmas lights too. Wishing you Happy New Year xx

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  38. MeggymayDecember 30, 2015 at 4:41 PM

    A gorgeous layered card, love the extra colours you are using with the papers.
    Yvonne xx
    Happy New Year wishes for 2016

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  39. RedanneDecember 30, 2015 at 5:34 PM

    Wonderful use of the patterned papers Pamellia, your card is quite exquisite - love the beautiful bow. I have enjoyed seeing the beautiful lights in your area too. Wishing you all that you wish for in 2016, I hope it is the best ever for you! Hugs, Anne xx

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  40. pamDecember 30, 2015 at 5:48 PM

    Wonderful Christmas card Pamellia, beautiful textures and layers on your papers..Amazing.

    Wishing you and your family A Happy New Year 2016.

    Love your photos.
    Pam x

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  41. Felix the Crafty CatDecember 30, 2015 at 6:36 PM

    Love the card, I am hoping to continue myself while I am still in the mood. I have some Masterboards made at the ready. Have agreat New year, Angela xXx

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  42. JanRDecember 30, 2015 at 6:40 PM

    Such a lovely card! I adore the colours and that yummy ribbon. Wonderful pictures too....too bad it was such a green Christmas! (Although I have to admit I wasn't complaining about the warm weather when I went for an after Christmas dinner walk. :-) ) Happy New Year to you!

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  43. McCrafty's CardsDecember 30, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    I love this Pamellia, so much gorgeous detail,
    Kevin xx

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  44. Kathy G.December 30, 2015 at 11:36 PM

    This is such a gorgeous card! I love the traditional colors and absolutely adore the snow. What a wonderful idea to get a start on next year before it creeps up on you. Happy New Year!

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  45. Jennie AtkinsonDecember 31, 2015 at 7:16 AM

    Another stunning card Pamellia! Gorgeous colours and all those wonderful (so you!) layers. I am so glad you had a lovely Christmas and thank you too for your best wishes both at Christmas and today for the New Year. I am sorry not to have been around much but our weather (thunder, lightning, storm force winds and torrential rain) over the last 7/10 days has knocked us offline most of the time. With all good wishes for a wonderful 2016. Jennie xx

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  46. Anita Houston The Artful MavenDecember 31, 2015 at 10:12 AM

    LOVE all your Christmas photos! This is a layered delight! LOVE the bold colors and splashes of white! Happy New Year!!!

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  47. Priyanka MathurDecember 31, 2015 at 11:45 AM

    Absolutely Gorgeous!! Love all the details of this amazing card!! Christmas pics are very pretty!! Thanks for sharing :)
    Wishing you a Happy Wonderful 2016
    Hugs
    Priyanka

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  48. Felix the Crafty CatDecember 31, 2015 at 12:16 PM

    Hi Pamellia, back again but with a different hat. You know I love your cards and just wanted to thank you for sharing it with us at That Craft Place and good luck with the challenge, Angela X

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  49. Faith A at Daffodil CardsDecember 31, 2015 at 12:56 PM

    Who would have thought pre designed papers could look so good, I love your "splattered" snow effect and the flowers and the charm and the leaves and that gorgeous ribbon. A sigh visit from me. Thank you for all your lovely comments this last year, it has been an honour that you visit me. Great photos too.

    Happy New Year and I hope your New home and the New Year will bring you comfort, success and health and much love and happiness.

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  50. crafty-stamperDecember 31, 2015 at 1:22 PM

    Stunning card love every fabulous textured layer all the embellishments and love the snow effect--brilliant Christmas display pics-best wishes for the New Year and thank you for all your comments left on my blog through the year
    Carol x

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  51. Sherrie K.December 31, 2015 at 4:54 PM

    Absolutely stunning!! I just love the papers, fun embellishments and the splattered snow looks amazing! LOVE it!!!
    Sherrie K

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  52. Mona PendletonDecember 31, 2015 at 7:37 PM

    So very pretty Pamellia! Looks like a winter wonderland! Love all the layers and fancy ribbon treatment! Happy New Year!

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  53. experiments in paperDecember 31, 2015 at 8:15 PM

    Fabulously gorgeous!! Love the colors, and all the layers and texture.... will be fun to see you play with the always lovely Graphic 45 papers. I always buy them and then don't use them, lol! Thanks for popping by, and Happy New Year to you as well! Thanks for all of your support! xxx Lynn

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  54. UnknownJanuary 1, 2016 at 10:04 AM

    Oh my goodness, don't tells tone but I think you're my favorite. I love me card media but only ever make cards. This is both! I can't get over the layers and the beauty. I have to practice this one!

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  55. Dee's Craft RoomJanuary 1, 2016 at 11:24 AM

    Happy New Year Pamellia.

    I love driving around looking at the decorated houses, there seems to be more and more each year and I have noticed that a lot of the towns have started to co-ordinating their lighting so all the shops have the same colour themes and some even use the same decorations.

    Fabulous card, lots of lovely layers and gorgeous flowers and berries. I love the traditional red and green colours.

    I do not make resolutions but, rather like you I am determined to get on with my Christmas cards (I have done about a dozen so far). Good luck.

    Dionne xx

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  56. sarasclosetJanuary 1, 2016 at 2:35 PM

    Gorgeous details on this festive card, Pamellia! LOVE how you've used that snowflake in your spray, which is absolutely delightful! And the ephemera looks great in there, too! Thanks for the inspiration...I bought it and only used one of them so far. Me thinks I ought to get started on next years Christmas cards now, too, while I'm still in the Christmas spirit!

    Lovely photography of the neighborhood lights! I do hope you got up to see your family as planned??? Lots of love and hugs!

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  57. MRS DUCKJanuary 1, 2016 at 3:21 PM

    Hi Pamellia
    Happy New Year to you, Mr J and The Girls.
    This is a real stunner. The lime and red go so beautifully together so I'm going to have to try that combo myself.
    Looks like the folk in your neighbourhood have made a real festive show.
    Hope 2016 in your new home brings you much happiness.
    Ang x

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  58. Donna EllisJanuary 1, 2016 at 3:39 PM

    so festive and beautiful, Pamellia - I don't know how you even think up your designs - they are always so incredible and fun to browse every tiny inch to see what has been included. I hope your Christmas celebrations were extra special. I'm beginning to emerge from this last exacerbation, and hope to be visiting more regularly, soon! Happy New Year! hugs, de

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  59. Jackie PNJanuary 1, 2016 at 8:19 PM

    Pamellia!! gorgeousness my friend!! I love the white spattered here and there!
    Thanks for the continuation of the photos- loving seeing your new home!
    Happy new year my friend!!
    huge hugs,
    Jackie

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  60. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 1, 2016 at 11:58 PM

    You are at it again dearie Bubbles! Wonderful, gorgeous designs with these patterned papers darlin. Love the way you used the monocule (has to be my favorite but about this card). It has been such fun to look at all of your holiday lights and window store designs in your town. Fingers crossed the 2016 year is as brilliant or more so, than this lovely year. Hugz to you muffin! ~Doc

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  61. Sanderijn de BruinJanuary 2, 2016 at 2:00 PM

    Another beauty from your talented hands...so very gorgeous!!Love the colors and the ribbon in the middle...Hugs Sanderijn

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  62. coldwaters2January 2, 2016 at 2:53 PM

    Happy New Year Pamellia, wow what a stunning, detailed creation, I have studied each picture closely not just for inspiration but because I love to see beautiful things, this is spectacular. Great pictures of your neighbourhood, the decorations are so big truly a wonderful sight
    hugs
    lorraine x

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  63. UnknownJanuary 2, 2016 at 4:24 PM

    Such a beautiful card! The colours & textures are glorious!
    Thank you so much for sharing it at Emerald Creek Dares.
    {julia} Emerald Creek DT

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  64. pearshapedcraftingJanuary 2, 2016 at 5:24 PM

    This really is stunning Pamellia - real old fashioned Christmas colours! Those Christmas decorations are fabulous! Chrisx

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  65. Shilpa NagaonkarJanuary 3, 2016 at 1:58 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous card with such a detail work. Thanks you so much for joining us at Emerald Creek this month.

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  66. KarrenJanuary 3, 2016 at 3:41 PM

    Wow, this is a work of art! Every little detail is perfect and in the perfect place! Thanks so much for joining us at Fusion Card Challenge.

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  67. LisaJanuary 3, 2016 at 5:24 PM

    I consider a visit to your blog to see a new project a Christmas present!! Wowza, Pamellia, this is stunning!! I know I say this every time, but it takes me so long to comment because I have to study the pictures to try to see every amazing detail!! I love the texture!! The details you added are perfect!! The splatters look like snow!! This is just gorgeous and I absolutely love, love it!! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas!! Happy New Year!! I hope 2016 is filled with much love and happiness!! Big hugs sweet friend :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  68. Julia AstonJanuary 5, 2016 at 9:04 AM

    I love the candy cane twine on this beautiful Christmas card Pamellia! A pretty mix of red/green/white on this! Thank you for joining us in the Fusion Card Challenge! Julia xx

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  69. DebJanuary 6, 2016 at 4:26 PM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous, all the wonderful colours of the season on one beautiful card! Someone is going to be very lucky to receive this beauty next Christmas :O) Deb xo

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  70. Nancy DynesJanuary 9, 2016 at 11:25 PM

    Hi Pamellia!!! :-))
    Sorry I'm so late in getting here. We were on vacation over the holidays so I was away from my computer. Then I came home and saw your fabulous card! Oh my goodness, the layers, the texture, the color palette, and perfectly placed embellishments!! You have such a pretty, shabby style. I could go on and on. I agree, it's never too early to begin your Christmas card stash. I hope you had a fabulous Christmas and New Year!!
    Hugs,
    Nancy

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