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I love various different types of crafts and have had a dabble at most over the years, some with greater success than others. I believe that apart from loving and giving, being creative is the next most important thing to do. There is something about being creative that taps into something deep within us that makes us feel good with the world. But then we were made in the image of God, God The Creator... so I guess being creative will be second nature to us if we allow. The problem is that many people will not have a go because they make the mistake of measuring themselves against others... and that is just not a good thing to do. I create because I like to create, not because I have to impress anyone else or be better than anyone else. I created this blog with a lot of help from my son-in-law, as a personal scrap book that I am happy to share with others if they wish to take a look.... Enjoy <><

Saturday, 13 February 2016

Merry Monday Chalk Board Challenge



I so enjoyed this weeks challenge because it is a method I have never come across before, creating a chalk board effect. I stamped a 'Crafty Impressions' sentiment on the chalk board and then used 'Papertrey Ink Co.' Spruce and Sprigs die cutters and stamps for the embellishments.  I shall be trying this method again especially as my husband was wowed by this card and he is not usually quite so animated by my cards as he was with this one.
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7 comments:

  1. Elizabeth13 February 2016 at 13:36

    Beautifully done! I can see why your husband was so taken with it! Your "chalkboard lettering" is terrific, and I LOVE the holly and berries!

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  2. Crafty Cakes and Cards13 February 2016 at 14:18

    Thank you Elizabeth, I appreciate your lovely comments

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  3. Susan Joyce13 February 2016 at 23:28

    Great Chalkboard, I like the added Spruce and Sprigs, lovely finish to your card. Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday.

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    1. Crafty Cakes and Cards14 February 2016 at 00:50

      Thank you Susan, I enjoyed doing it. I am not a stamper and a friend leant me some Christmas stamps to help me with the Merry Monday challenges so I could create more variety. This was a lovely challenge and I shall make more now. I am finding these challenges so motivational.

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  4. Linda W. (ScrappinBari)14 February 2016 at 14:12

    Fabulous card, Pam - it really popped out in the Merry Monday pool! I love your chalkboard with the pretty diecuts!!

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    1. Crafty Cakes and Cards14 February 2016 at 14:18

      Thank you Linda, I did so enjoy trying out this new technique for me

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  5. Susan14 February 2016 at 17:15

    Fabulous job on the chalkboard (and thanks for your kind comments on my one). I love the die cut sprig of greenery!

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