Red & White Christmas

First...here's Linda's new Christmas card!

I know I'm a little behind this year, but I'm still making some last minute Christmas cards.  This one is actually quite easy to make.  For the first layer, I layered the Esse Pearlized white paper with some shiny red paper from my collection.

On the second layer, I used the Crafts Too! Dots Embossing folder to add a little interest.  The hanging ornament is from the 2010 Spellbinders Heirloom Ornaments set.  I love the way this looks when you use the shiny Textured Patterns 1 Foil Paper.

I added the bow using ribbon I had in my stash.  The sentiment is layered on a Fancy Tags Two which was also cut  from the Textured Patterns 1 Foil Paper.  I added some red rhinestones from Want2Scrap.  I probably should also mention that in order to give the ornament and tag some stability, I first cut one out of regular cardstock and used Scor-Tape to adhere those to the foil. 

Red & White Christmas

Hope this gives you another idea for your last minute cards!

Lots going on this week in the Classy Cards 'n Such shop!

• Several new Cheery Lynn dies are now in stock!
• Some gorgeous new cotton/Cluny lace!! This lace is priced in one yard increments, but can usually be cut in longer uncut lengths.
• Art Impressions stamps are 15% off when you use the promo code AI15 at checkout!!!
• Three new Classy Christmas Bundles each featuring three different Cheery Lynn Dies and more!!!
• Classy Christmas Bundle #1
• Classy Christmas Bundle #2
• Classy Christmas Bundle #3
• There are still a few Classy Christmas Embossing Bundle and Classy Christmas Kits available so get yours now!

Click on the links above (sorry about the formatting!  Blogger is not cooperating at the moment) for more info on each one or click here for info on all.

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

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Roses for a lovely lady...

Well...Priscilla did not contact me to claim her blog candy.   One more try and if this person doesn't contact me, the blog candy will go away for this time.  So here goes!

Sandra, who posted comment #16, is our new winner!!!  Sandra said

wow!
Lovely!
Sandra ltb

November 28, 2011 6:01 PM

Sandra - you have until 10PM Saturday, December 10th to contact me at beverly@classycardsnsuch.com to claim the $20 Gift Certificate blog candy!! Good luck!!! 

I made this card a few days ago for my mom to send to a dear friend.   I started with a pink cardbase.  I embossed the white mat with the Dots embossing folder.   This folder just has a classic beauty and can be used on cards for so many different occasions. 

I made the die cut using Spellbinders Lacey Ovals - another classic - from Stardream Rose Quartz cardstock.  You can find the Rose Quartz in either single sheets or in the Layering Swatches #1 Metallic Variety pack.  Be sure to look at all of the alternative views of this pack.  There are some really gorgeous papers here that are a great size for either matting or cutting medium or small die cuts.

I had not originally intended to post this card, so the rose sticker that I used is not one that I have in the shop.   However, there are similiar roses here that could easily be used for this card.  I mounted the roses on white cardstock and colored them with two shades of pink Twinkling H2Os.  The leaves are colored with green Twinkling H2Os.  So fun!!  I cut them out around the gold lines and mounted with foam pads.  I used the smallest of the Thin Gold Lines to frame the card.  Outline stickers add an elegant touch to just about any card!   If you haven't tried them, you really should.   They are VERY easy to use.  

The finishing touch was two small pieces of the Finesse Swirls and I was done!

Roses for a Lovely Lady

Be sure to click on the links above to see the products used on this card.

That's all for now.  I'm planning to be back tomorrow night or Saturday with a gorgeous Christmas card from Linda,  some really cool Christmas deals and lots of new products!!!

Thanks for stopping by!!! Until next time...

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NEW blog candy winner!!!

Unfortunately, judyjstamper who posted comment #14 on the Classy Cards 'n Such day on the Technique Junkies Blog Hop and was originally drawn as the blog candy winner on THIS blog has not responded.  So...I went back to random.org and commenter #11 was chosen who is Priscilla!! 

Priscilla said...

Great gift cards. Love the layers and all the details (love, love, love, the butterflies). I have the cd and I really need to make a couple for Christmas.
Thank you for the inspriation.

Thanks so much, Priscilla for your sweet comment!   You have until 11:00PM Central time on Wednesday, December 7th to contact me at beverly@classycardsnsuch.com to claim your blog candy!

I have some great deals coming up in the Classy Cards 'n Such online shop later this week, so stay tuned!!!

Thanks to all who commented and thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

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Glitzy Vintage Ornament from Sarah

Sarah is back with another beautiful Christmas card!

 

December is here, and I am decorating my house for Christmas this week. On my Christmas tree my favorite ornaments are the ones I have had for many years, as they represent so many wonderful memories. Among them are several from my childhood and even quite a few that had belonged to my grandmother- some over 100 years old. I love antique and vintage ornaments, so when thinking of a card to make for this week I decided to create something with a vintage look to it. And, since I love sparkle, glitter and glam, I added that element as well.

 

Here is what I came up with:

Sarah Bennett
http://my-little-somethings.blogspot.com

 

I started with a base of dark brown card stock, and a layer of Christmassy red over it. Then, I die cut patterned paper using the awesome Dainty Dutch Deco frame from Cheery Lynn Designs. The detail in this die is incredible!

 

In the center of the frame I put my sparkly vintage ornament. It was die cut using silver glitter card stock and one of the Nestabilities 2010 Heirloom Ornament dies.

 

Then I added a few leaves and layers of flowers from Prima's glittered floral embellishments. But the problem is, this thick glittery paper is difficult to adhere things to. So let me introduce you now to my new best friend: Scor-Tape! I had never used it before, despite having been told by several of my crafty friends how great it is. Well I just have to say, this stuff is awesome! I had been using red backed tape for years. But it can be pretty pricey and I had run out. So, I figured I'd try this. I am so glad I got a roll of each of the three available sizes because I love it! It holds great and I think it's easier to use, as the backing comes off more easily and doesn't stick to you the way that static-y red backing can, lol. And I found I got a lot more of it for a lower price- only $5.00 for 27 yards! If you've never tried it, I urge you to give it a shot. I sure wish I hadn't waited so long to get some! 

 

In the center of the flower I put a few tiny red rhinestones. At the top of the ornament I made a bow out of one of my favorite embellishments: the Ecru Delight lace. I find it goes so well with so many things and is so easy to tie and work with. And priced at only .50 cents per yard, you just can't beat it! :-) I tied my little tag into the lace using ivory colored sewing thread. I added a stamped label down in the bottom corner, and then for a little more elegance I put some beautiful Want 2 Scrap red pearls in the upper left corner. 

I hope you have enjoyed my card for this week, as it was a lot of fun to make. I've got to get back to my Christmas decorating, but will be back next week with another card for you. 

 

I wish you many blessings,

Sarah

 

Thanks Sarah!  Be sure to click on the brown links above to see the items in the Classy Cards 'n Such online shop!

 

I still have not heard from our blog candy winner - judyjstamper - so if anyone knows her, please ask her to contact me at beverly@classycardsnsuch.com before 6PM tomorrow, Monday December 5th.

 

Thanks for stopping by!!! Until next time...

 

 

 

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TJ Blog Hop Winner and Being Confident

Here is Jennipher's latest!   Keep reading to see if you are a winner in the Technique Junkies Blog Hop!

Hello everyone! It's Jennipher with my latest creation using products from Classy Cards 'n Such.

Today's card showcases the beautiful Printery Designer Paper from Prima. My card base is made with Reich Shine cardstock. Can you see that gorgeous shimmer? So elegant!

Being Confident
http://jennipherlowery.com

To the base I added three black matted panels of the Printery paper. A square one in the upper and lower corner and a rectangle across the center. I cut out the doily using the French Pastry Doily Die from Cheery Lynn Designs. I've never used Cheery Lynn before and I am in love!

There was just enough room left in the center of the doily for one of the Scripture stamps from Verve. I chose Philippians 1:6 for myself as I am going to put this card on my desk at work as a reminder that no matter what the work day may bring my way nothing can interfere with the "good work that Jesus Christ has begun in me"! 

For some finishing touches I added some Black Soot distress ink to the edges of the doily and one of the beautiful Sugar Blooms from Prima.

Thanks, Jennipher!!  

And now for the winner of the Technique Junkies Blog Hop.   This is the winner of a $20 gift certificate from Classy Cards 'n Such chosen from those who commented on THIS blog.   The daily winners will be announced on Pat Huntoon's blog sometime today.  The Grand Prize winner will be announced on Monday, December 5th, so be sure to keep checking!  It might be you!!

So without further ado, the blog candy winner on the Classy Cards 'n Such Blog chosen using random.org is judyjstamper - comment #14:
       judyjstamper said... Lovely projects! The gift card holder is great.  November 28, 2011 12:33 PM
Congratulations Judy!!!  You have until 6PM Central time on Monday, December 5th to contact me at beverly@classycardsnsuch.com.  If I have not heard from you by then, I will choose another random winner.  

A special thank you to all who participated in the blog hop and left such wonderful comments!   I truly appreciate each of them!!!  I hope you will check back regularly or better yet, become a follower or email subscriber to the blog.   Links are on the upper left.

There are new Stampavie stamps (soooo cute!!!) in the shop.   You can see them by clicking the link above.   You can also see the products Jennipher used in her card by clicking the links.

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

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Welcome to Classy Cards ‘n Such and Technique Junkie Newsletter Joint Blog Hop!

The Technique Junkie Newsletter is excited to showcase their new 3D and Fun Folds CD and Classy Cards 'n Such is thrilled to be part of this hop!

The Technique Junkie Newsletter has been publishing rubber stamping technique tutorials since 2002. The 3D and Fun Folds CD contains 70 step-by-step technique tutorials in PDF format – perfect dimensions, perfect directions and great pictures for every step. Visit http://www.techniquejunkies.com/ for more details about the CD and the Technique Junkie Newsletter.

A fantastic group of design team members from both Classy Cards ‘n Such and the Technique Junkie Newsletter have helped put together this fabulous Blog Hop to kick off the 3D and Fun Folds CD.

Technique Junkies has a Blog Hop happening each day this week with an opportunity for you to win many prizes from some of their wonderful advertising companies! Please stop through EVERY DAY starting at the Technique Junkies blog here and take your time visiting each blog!  You have until 11:59pm EST December 2^nd  to leave comments on as many blogs as you can. 


On Saturday, December 3 Pat from Technique Junkie Newsletter will announce the winners from each company. Be sure to hop along on each day! There will be FIVE WINNERS! On Monday, December 5^th, Pat will announce ONE LUCKY WINNER with a GRAND PRIZE with a bundle of prizes from all of the participating businesses.


In addition, if you leave a comment on this blog by 11:59pm EST December 2^nd, I will pick a random winner for another $20 gift certificate for the Classy Cards 'n Such online shop!

If you have been following along already you should have come from Technique Junkie Blog and go from there.  You won't want to miss any stops along the way.  In order to win you will need to comment on everyone’s blog AND Pat Huntoon’s Blog.  There will be an additional chance to win by playing along in Pat's blog!

I created this delightful Pocket Gift Card Holder which is one of the projects on the 3D and Fun Folds CD.

I started with the beautiful Stardream Fuse Vista paper.  I love the metallic sheen it has!   The patterned paper is from the Waiting for Santa & Sweet Season paper pack.  I colored the jingle bells with Twinkling H20s and then finished the card by decorating the Christmas tree with Baby Red Rhinestones.   Easy-peasy!!   All of the instructions, measurements and more are on the 3D and Fun Folds CD.

Beverly
Pocket Gift Card Holder

Linda chose the Flap Fold card for her projects.  She made two beautiful cards - both completely different!   Take a look...

For the base of this Flap Card, I used Stardream Emerald cardstock from Classy Cards 'n Such.  The other papers used on the card came from my paper collection. 

I used Spellbinders Tear Drop Circles on top of the flap and added one of the smaller Spellbinders Standard Large Circles, also in the Stardream Emerald paper.  For the flower, I used the three smallest dies from the Spellbinders Layered Poinsettia and finished off the center with Want2Scrap Orange Rhinestones.  On the inside, I layered the DP paper and the Stardream Emerald cardstock and added a gold embossed "Merry Christmas" stamp from Artistic Impressions and embellished with a small poinsettia.

Linda
Flap Card

Linda's second Flap Card features beautiful butterflies!

For this Flap Card, I used Stardream Rose Quartz Cardstock as the card base.  I added a mat of the beautiful Butterfly Cardstock to the front.  On the flap, I used the Spellbinders Butterflies Circles die cut from the Butterfly Cardstock and added a circle of the Rose Quartz using the Spellbinders Standard Large Circles.  I topped this off with a small butterfly die cut from Cheery Lynn Designs.  The butterfly was embellished with pink pearls from Want2Scrap.  Since this card can be used for many occasions, I did not add a sentiment at this time but will choose an appropriate one before it is sent to the recipient.



Linda
Butterfly Flap Card



Your next stop on the hop is Holly Brown, but just in case there are any hiccups, here is the whole list of celebrants on this party train:

The Technique Junkie Newsletter Blog

Classy Cards 'n Such Blog    You are here!

Holly Brown 

Chris Dickinson

Elisa Kammerdiener

Pat Huntoon

Thanks for playing along and best of luck!!!

I've extended the Black Friday sale to include Cyber Monday!  Use the promo code 2011BlackFriday (no spaces) at checkout today only to get 20% off your entire order!

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The True Gift of Christmas

I have exciting news to announce today!   Tomorrow, Monday, November 28th, Classy Cards 'n Such is partnering with the Technique Junkies Newsletter in our first ever blog hop!  The hop is sponsored by the TJ newsletter and will go on through Friday with the newsletter partnering with a different company each day. You will be able to see lots of fun cards and other projects along the way from many talented designers.  The cards feature projects on the new Technique Junkies CD - 3D and Fun Folds.  There will be blog candy along the hop with a GRAND PRIZE awarded at the end of the hop.  To be eligible, you will need to comment so be prepared!   Full details on my blog post tomorrow morning!!!  The post will go live at 6:00AM Central time.

Today is the last day for our BLACK FRIDAY sale where you can get 20% off your entire order by using the promo code 2011BlackFriday (no spaces) at checkout.   Full details are in this post.   This sale will not return soon, so take full advantage of it today!  I just discovered an error in the end date for this code and IT IS NOW CORRECTED.   I apologize if you tried earlier this morning and it didn't work, but please try again!!

And now, here's a beautiful card from Jennipher.

Hello Everyone!

It's Jennipher and I'm back with a creation for Classy Cards 'n Such using the Webster's Pages Waiting for Santa Collection. I don't think that I could ever grow tired of this collection. It is just so versatile and is perfect for those Classy Christmas Cards!

I started with a card base of Cherry Cobbler cardstock. To that I added a layer of the gorgeous deep red text patterned paper from the Waiting for Santa collection. This patterned paper is double sided and the opposite side was perfect for creating the long rectangle accent layers.

Using my Lacey Ovals from Spellbinders, I cut out a small Very Vanilla oval to stamp my cross on in Cherry Cobbler ink. Once that dried, I stamped "Jesus" over the cross with Memento Tuxedo Black ink  I then used the larger Lacey Oval to cut out a Cherry Cobbler oval to layer the smaller one on. Once I mounted this onto the other layers, off to the side I stamped "the true gift of Christmas".

To the top and bottom layers I added Want2Scrap Red Rhinestones Baby Bling. My final and finishing touch is my favorite...the candy cane from Webster's Pages Silhouette Holiday Variety Pack. These are absolutely gorgeous and there is an entire package dedicated to the Christmas Season. The perfect addition to a Classy Christmas Card!

Jennipher
http://jennipherlowery.com

Thanks for joining me today!

Be sure to shop the last day of our Black Friday sale today and check in tomorrow for the blog hop!!!

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

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New products in the store!!!

There are LOTS of cool new items in the Classy Cards `n Such online shop!  Click the links below to see all of these great items!

• Twinkling H2Os – There are currently four different packs of six different colors to choose from.  If you have never tried Twinkling H2Os, you really should.   They are sooo easy to use and have a bit of a sparkle to them!  Although I've heard of other methods, my favorite is to use them as a watercolor to color a stamped image or outline stickers.  So fun!!
• Viva Décor Pearl Pens – Five great colors...Ice White, Cream, Yellow, Gold, Silver
• GlazOn – Three styles – Clear, Matte, Vintage
• Lifting Tool – This is a really neat tool to have at hand!  It's a double ended scoop which is great for picking up small embellishments like brads, beads, eyelets, or glitter.
• Scallop Tag cards – Too cute!!  Something a little different.  10 cards, 5 colors, 10 envelopes.
• Layering Swatches – This is a hand picked color combination of beautiful metallic swatches!  Perfect for mats or smaller die cuts.  Five each of Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Lapis, Bluebell, Pegasus.  From The Paper Cut.
• New Stardream colors – Rose Quartz – beautiful light pink; Jupiter – a great red for Christmas or Valentine's; Punch – gorgeous purple!!
• Cryogen White paper – a favorite for Copic users, but great for other projects as well
• Butterflies – This is truly beautiful metallic paper embossed with tiny butterflies!  It would be beautiful for any project whether detailed or simple.

Black Friday sale continues through Sunday, November 27^th!  Enter promo code 2011BlackFriday (no spaces) at checkout to receive 20% off your entire order!!!  Quantities are limited, so first come, first served.  Orders will be filled in the order in which they are received. No other discounts apply except FREE SHIPPING as described below.  Free shipping will be returned as store credit since only one promo code can be used per order. 

FREE SHIPPING

• All Cheery Lynn and Scor-Pal products totaling $50 or more SHIP FREE!  These orders must contain only free shipping items.  Domestic orders only. Full details at checkout.
• All domestic orders of $75 or more SHIP FREE - any combination of products is allowed.  Enter promo code FREESHIP (no spaces) at checkout.
• No other promo codes except 2011 Black Friday apply with FREE SHIPPING

Store credit is still available for qualifying purchases through December 31^st. Full details here.

Join the Classy Cards 'n Such Yahoo group here for exclusive weekly discounts and an introductory 20% off an entire order of your choice!

SHOP NOW for the best selection!!!

More good things are in the making so keep watching!!   I'm hoping to be back with a new card post later this weekend.

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Black Friday starts NOW at Classy Cards 'n Such!!!

Black Friday starts NOW at Classy Cards 'n Such!!!  Enter promo code 2011BlackFriday (no spaces) at checkout to receive 20% off your entire order!!!  Quantities are limited, so first come, first served.   Orders will be filled in the order in which they are received.   No other discounts apply except FREE SHIPPING as described below.  Free shipping will be returned as store credit since only one promo code can be used per order.

FREE SHIPPING
All Cheery Lynn and Scor-Pal products totaling $50 or more SHIP FREE!   These orders must contain only free shipping items.  Domestic orders only. Full details at checkout.

• All domestic orders of $75 or more SHIP FREE - any combination of products is allowed.   Enter promo code FREESHIP (no spaces) at checkout.
• No other promo codes except 2011 Black Friday apply with FREE SHIPPING

Between now and December 31^st, every $50 in products purchased after all discounts and before postage is added in a single order will earn you $5.00 in store credit.   Here's how it works. 

· $0 - $49.99  - no store credit

· $50 - $99.99 - $5 store credit

· $100 - $149.99 - $10 store credit

· $150 – $199.99 - $15 store credit

· $200 - $249.99 - $20 store credit

· Etc

Order as often as you like and collect even more store credit!   You will receive an email with the store credit once your order is processed.

Classy Cards `n Such Gift Certificates are a wonderful solution for holiday gifts!  They can be ordered in any amount and make your holiday shopping a breeze!!  Gift certificates will be issued in the amount remaining after any discounts are applied.

Order your Classy Christmas Kits and Classy Christmas Embossing Bundles now!!!  Click the links for details.

Be sure to check out the new Clearance section for great bargains!

Thanks and Happy Thanksgiviing!!!

Beverly

Beverly Bohannonhttp://classycardsnsuch.com
http://classycardsnsuch.blogspot.com

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