Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Reminder - Christmas Kickstart Challenge

Hi everyone.  I'm back as Guest Designer with a reminder of Christmas Kickstart Challenge # 103 - Snow Alert!  There's still lots of time to play along, we'd love for you to join us.

Today I'm using a new-to-me die.  It was so fun to make this Snowman Chain (similar to paper doll chains we used to make when I was a little girl). :)  So easy having a die that does all the cutting out! :)

I die-cut the base of the four snowman chain and all the accessories from white card stock.  Then I used Distress inks to sponge some of the accessories.

To finish, I added some red chalk for cheeks, highlights with a white pen, and stamped the sentiment in black ink.

Close-up ...
The challenges are open for another few weeks, so I hope you'll join us at Christmas Kickstart with your "Snow-inspired" card.  And if you are using something new for the first time, please join in at NBUS Challenge #79 as well.

Thanks for stopping by!

Stamps:  Merry Up (Penny Black)
Paper:   White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.); Black card stock (SU!)
Ink:   Distress Inks:  Candied Apple, Aged Mahogany, Spiced Marmalade, Salty Ocean, Chipped Sapphire, Mowed Lawn, Rustic Wilderness (Tim Holtz); Black (Memento)
Accessories:   The Cool Crew die (Taylored Expressions); detail sponges, red chalk, white acrylic pen (Posca)

Challenges:

24 comments:

I Card Everyone said...

Loll, you continue to show me things for the first time!! Where have these darlings been hiding?? So happy they came out to play today - so darned cute!
=]

JoAnn said...

Your snowman chain is adorable. Your coloring is perfect. Love it. TFS

Leslie Miller said...

Oh, ha! These guys are so fun! I love all their different accessories and colors! Midway already... I'd better get my card photographed.

TK said...

These are adorable! Yes, I remember the paper doll chains, so fun!

Dotty Jo said...

So cute! I really love this little card and it reminded me of the paper dolls too. So glad you're my guest this month, wink, Jo x

Linda W. (ScrappinBari) said...

Adorable snowman chain card, Loll - just love all the little details!!

Susan B said...

Adorable little snowmen (and women)! What a great new die! Love the coloured accessories.

Liz said...

Fabulous card Loll, the snowmen are just adorable.
Liz xx

Marcia Hill said...

Your snowman chain is SO CUTE Loll! What a fun die and I love how colorful each snowman is! Sweet, sweet card my friend!! Hugs. :0)

Jeanne H said...

Love your chain of snowmen and how you accessorized them!

Lisa Elton said...

How sweet is this little crew! That's such a fun die. What a darling card, Loll!

Pat said...

These snowman are so cute Loll and a really fun idea with a line of them and I love their little pink cheeks..gorgeous!

Bobby said...

I wasn't thinking paper doll chains but paper dolls did enter my mind when I saw your cuties all dolled up in their winter finery, Loll. I bet it was fun deciding what they would wear and dressing them up.

Julie B said...

What a fun idea and yes I remember those paper chains too! :)

Linda said...

These little guys are just too cute ....... love all the details on their scarves and accessories xx

Brenda in IN said...

These snowman are so cute. I love their pink cheeks and those earmuffs are so fun. The snow is wonderful on cards but it won't be long we will be having some.

Karen Mead said...

Love these cute snowman Loll - such a sweet and fun card! They all look so serious and it made me chuckle lol

Julia Aston said...

What a sweet row of happy little snowmen Loll! So fun with all their different hats! Julia xx

Linda said...

Oh, my goodness, Loll, those snowmen are just too adorable! Snowmen are my favorite at Christmas time. I have quite a collection of them. Hope you are doing well.

Robyn Oliver said...

Super cute snowmen... that's a great die Loll, have a lovely day Robyn

nancy littrell said...

Oh My.....Your Snowmen are So Adorable Loll:-) They are Perfect for the Christmas Season dear friend:-) Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year to our Special Holiday Friend:-) Love and Hugs from your Oregon Friends:-)

Christine said...

I just got this die and now have to try it out having seen your adorable little group xx

PJ said...

Spectacular snow card. Super cute for the winter season. I also think your little precious Jessie is adorable. We are on our third springer. There's something special about these dogs. ♥

wannabcre8tive said...

The snow men are just adorable. Love the bright colors for their hats and scarves.