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Monday, December 02, 2013

Chalkboard Christmas


Hi everyone.  Time for the latest challenge at Merry Monday (#86).  Today Lesley is challenging us to use a technique ...





I used a lot of features from the inspiration photo.  My sign is done on woodgrain designer paper, and I've added lots of greenery and pine cones, similar to the mantel in the picture.

I've never done the chalkboard technique before, so I checked out the tutorial on Splitcoaststampers and gave it a try.  Basically, I stamped my sentiment, heat embossed in white and then rubbed white ink around the words and also randomly on the rest of my panel.

I layered lots of pine sprigs and made two pine cones from card stock.  Then I added some bits of "snow" to finish off my card.



Stamps:  Merry Little Christmas (SU!)
Paper:  White: Crumb Cake, Old Olive, Well Worn DP (SU!)
Ink:  Versamark, Soft Suede, Old Olive, Whisper White (SU!)
Accessories & Tools:  Big Shot, Wreath Strip die (Cheery Lynn), Scalloped circle punch, sponge, white embossing powder, heat tool, Sparkle Texture Effect (Martha Stewart), adhesives, glue, and dimensionals



I hope you'll join in the challenge at Merry Monday.  Drop by Lesley's blog (Always Playing with Paper) to see all the details and check out the fabulous cards by the rest of the design team.




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29 comments:

  1. Kristie Goulet2 December 2013 at 05:13

    Loll, I love how you were inspired by the photo. The sprigs surrounding part of the main image is lovely!!

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  2. Lesley 2 December 2013 at 07:14

    Wow, love how you were inspired by the photo...great card and Christmas "foliage"!

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  3. Sue2 December 2013 at 08:02

    Gorgeous card, Loll! Love how you've used the inspiration. Your pinecones and sentiment look amazing.

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  4. Susan2 December 2013 at 08:43

    Great take on the inspiration photo, Loll! And great job on the chalkboard technique. I've never done it so will check out the tutorial.

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  5. Unknown2 December 2013 at 08:46

    Fabulous effect Loll - you've certainly got this chalkboard effect down brilliantly. Love the greenery and pine cones.

    Karen x

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  6. Gramma Sarah2 December 2013 at 09:02

    As usual you have taken a challenge a step beyond - fabulous! I must go try this right now! Wish I had purchased the wreath die - I use individual sprigs - more work!!! Oh well . . .

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  7. Darnell2 December 2013 at 09:11

    Your first time, Lolly? You have proven, once again, that there isn't a technique you can't do, and do well!! I love how this looks like a rustic barn door with the perfect pine trim decorating it!! Hugs, Dolly

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  8. Darlene Gabriel2 December 2013 at 10:08

    So pretty. Beautiful sprigs and pine cones.

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  9. Bonnie2 December 2013 at 10:24

    I have been admiring your chalkboard and garland with the snow and pine cone! I have this stamp too and see another chalkboard card coming up!

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  10. Julia Aston2 December 2013 at 10:38

    Absolutely LOVE this Loll! what a great garland you made with the cute pinecones! and the blackboard looks great on woodgrain!!! well done!

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  11. Notes by Nina2 December 2013 at 11:45

    Beautiful card Loll, I love love love the greenery and pine cones with the sprinkle of snow.

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  12. shirley-bee2 December 2013 at 11:54

    This is fabulous, Loll! The chalkboard looks wonderful in woodgrain, and I love the pine garland draped on the corner. It brings to mind a menu specials board in a restaurant at Christmastime!

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  13. Anonymous2 December 2013 at 13:21

    Belated congrats to the winner of the snowflakes.....I am been MIA also as my son is home for a visit. Love the d Loll and the gift package card is such a cute idea. Happy holidays!

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  14. Anonymous2 December 2013 at 14:06

    Stunning, Loll ... I love the sprigs and pine cones ... perfect with the touch of snow! Anita :)

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  15. Karren2 December 2013 at 14:59

    This card is just perfect, Loll! You've used the inspiration photo so well. Those little pinecones and your snowy foliage are delightful and makes me want to reach out and touch your card!

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  16. Barb Ghig2 December 2013 at 22:46

    I love your take on the inspiration photo, Loll! Your chalkboard technique is fab, and I love how you draped the sprigs! Such a stunning card!

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  17. Stamps and Paper3 December 2013 at 03:02

    Fabulous card Loll...love the chalkboard technique and your sweet little pine cones..
    We have no Internet at the moment but hopefully back to normal by the end of the week.
    Anne

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  18. MaryH3 December 2013 at 10:28

    I've never done the chalkboard technique either, so loved seeing your take on it. As always, that punch makes the best looking greenery. Loved this one, as I always do! TFS & Hugs

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  19. Chris Olsen, Glowbug3 December 2013 at 11:09

    Beautiful Loll!! I love the added foliage with the sparkle to frame the chalkboard. So perfect with the inspiration!!

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  20. Karen Davis3 December 2013 at 16:59

    I am going to use 'love' a lot in this comment Loll. I just love the colour of your chalkboard, it's divine. I love your fabulous layers of foliage with the wee pine cones and the touches of snow. AND I love the sentiment you have used. :-)

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  21. Michelle4 December 2013 at 10:37

    LOVE, love, love this beautiful card! Your pinecone swag is amazing!!!

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  22. Benzi4 December 2013 at 12:59

    Just beautiful, Loll. I haven't tried the chalkboard technique. Hope I can find time to do this challenge.

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  23. Canonbury creations4 December 2013 at 15:03

    Love this card Loll, I've never tried that technique but it's so effective and your greenery is fabulous!
    Val x

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  24. Karen M5 December 2013 at 00:06

    I just love your beautiful card Loll - the chalkboard looks amazing! Hugs xx

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  25. Susan Joyce5 December 2013 at 07:40

    You nailed this challenge Loll, love every detail. I have been admiring it since you uploaded it to the blog.

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  26. Wendy6 December 2013 at 04:23

    Simply gorgeous card, Loll! Love all the green sprigs with added snow! Happy Holidays! :)

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  27. Colleen6 December 2013 at 09:23

    Thank you for your great inspiration with this challenge! Beautiful card...love your greenery, it looks so real! Thank you for your sweet comments on my blog!

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  28. Cathy6 December 2013 at 21:09

    This technique looks great on the woodgrain Loll, I've never tried a chalkboard either. Love the greenery and the pinecones too, Cathy x

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  29. Angela9 December 2013 at 06:50

    This is extraordinary, Loll! The dsp is even better than black for the chalkboard technique.

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