Hello, Crafty Mate!
Well, we have made it to the end of another year. For most of us here in America, it has been a tough year. Aside from my faith in G-d, my papercrafting was a major contributor to my sanity. The "Hubster" even started a new hobby; he makes rocks and boulders for his rock garden. Next week, he plans to start making his own Japanese Lanterns. It is an expensive hobby, but a fantastic stress reliever.
Winter Things: A Place to Start
I did not have cardstock or paper in the pale pink color I wanted to use for my Poinsettias, so I used a combination of Distress Oxides, Liquid Water Color Inks, and Acrylic Paint to achieve the soft pinks and browns.
My snowy background was created using chipboard, a crimper, modeling paste, and white acrylic paint. I also added brown and white splatter.
The pink straws were left over from my granddaughter's Sweet Sixteen Party. I brushed a little Vintage Photo over them to tone down the pink. I added the Christmas Pine straw for contrast.
Beneath my focal grouping, I layered a torn piece of retro vintage paper. I cut a circle from the same paper and used it as the centerpiece for my medallion die.
I plan to make a few more of these Shabby Chic cards. I ordered a lot of straws, and I am looking at a lot of Pinterest creations and YouTube tutorials! I am sure most Americans will spend 2026 as stressed out as we have been in 2025! May G-d help us all.
To all my friends who celebrate Christmas, I hope your holidays are filled with Joy and happiness!
Hugz,
Chana Malkah!
