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Monday, June 08, 2026

Snow Day!

Hi everyone.  Today's card is for the Christmas Kickstart Challenge #111 - Snow Day!  I've been so busy with setting up the CAS Challenges lately, that I haven't been able to play along as much as I would like to.  Thankfully, I had time today and, of course, who could resist having a snow play day! :)

The image is Fun Flurries (Penny Black).  This is the first time using this particular stamp from the set, although I have used the other.  I stamped in black ink and heat embossed with clear before watercolouring with distress re-inkers.  I added slight waves of soft blue ink in the sky (little hard to see in the photos), and tore a strip of paper for the snow hill.  I sponged more of the same blue ink along the torn edge and added some glitter for sparkle.  Clear Wink of Stella was also added to the bear's hat cuff and pompom, adding a little more sparkle as well.  The image is cut out using the matching die (Fun Flurries Cut Out - Penny Black).  Add the sentiment from Christmas Sentiments (Gina Marie Designs) to finish the card.

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Sending this card to the following challenges:
NBUS Challenge #87 - first time using this stamp




Thanks for stopping by!

Stamps:  Fun Flurries (Penny Black); Christmas Sentiments (Gina Marie Designs)
Paper:   White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.); Mixed Media (Strathmore 140 lb.)
Ink:   Black (Obsidian Pigment - Altenew); Distress Re-inkers:  Candied Apple, Aged Mahogany, Mowed Lawn, Rustic Wilderness, Black Soot, Brushed Corduroy, Gathered Twigs (Tim Holtz)
Accessories:   Fun Flurries Cut Out (die), watercolour paint brushes, detail sponge, Clear Embossing powder (Ranger), heat tool, Crystal Glaze (Nuvo), glitter, Clear Wink of Stella

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25 comments:

  1. This is the only time I allow that four-lettered word to be mentioned in June, Loll! Gosh, he is sooo cute!
    =]

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  2. OH! This is adorable, beautiful colouring Loll. You are good making future cards. x

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  3. I love your sweet card Loll, so glad you had time to make it. That bear is adorable and your coloring is beautiful. TFS

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  4. Adorable! I love a card that makes me smile and this one does just that! Such a precious image. Your coloring has beautiful depth and brings the scene to life!

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  5. Delightful card, Loll. The image is so cute.
    Liz xx

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  6. That bear is just the cutest, Loll.

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  7. Looks like he's ready for a fun snow day, Lolly! He looks so cozy and warm all wrapped up in his warm clothes and boots!

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  8. He's adorable, Loll! This is such a sweet card!

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  9. Oh what a cute image, Loll, and so beautifully coloured too. A sweet card.
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  10. Oh this is super adorable, beautifully coloured and I love the touch of sparkle xxx

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  11. Who can resist a snow day! This little guy is just sooo cute all bundled up ...... love it!

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  12. You always color bears so perfectly Loll and this one is a cutie for sure!! With temps getting up into the 90's this week, this card makes me think brrrrrrrrrrr and CUTE all at the same time! Sweet, sweet card my friend!! Hugs. :0)

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  13. Adorable and sweet, he's just what any good Doctor would order to spread cheer! I love your little scene too

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  14. A wonderful winter card, my dear Loll. I love how beautifully you colored the bear, the snowdrifts, and the delicately defined sky. I always admire your watercolor coloring. This is a beautiful stamp, which you brought to life with your work.
    hugs,
    BożenA xx

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  15. Those little bears are so cute. He has made me feel really chilly on the June day. Sorry, but I am no where near making Christmas cards yet, probably won't be until at least November! xx

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  16. This little bear is so cute Loll and beautifully watercoloured too, and the bits of blue in the sky and on the snowballs, and also on the edge of the snow hill look so pretty and a perfect sentiment to finish..gorgeous! x

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  17. Such a cute bear Loll and beautifully watercoloiured. I really must make a start on my Christmas stash! :)

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  18. This bear is so cute in the Santa hat, Loll, and you created the perfect CAS background for him to stand in. Love the added shine!
    Hope you are well,
    Hugs,
    Carol x

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  19. So cute Loll, I love your wispy clouds behind him and all his snowballs ready to throw xx

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  20. Amazing bear, Loll, he looks a little shy about sending that snowball flying!! Your coloring is always spot on!!

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  21. Such a cute little guy! Love his pile of snowballs!

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  22. How lovely! Gorgeous stamping, colouring and everything! What a joy of a card. Thanks for joining Caroline and me at The Christmas Kickstart Challenge, Jo x

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  23. So often I swoon over the sheer beauty that abounds from your exquisite colouring skills Loll and this one just melts my heart. I could just hug him. He is so cute and adorable.

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