Monday, 24 September 2018

Christmas Cutie For A Child

Hello. Hope that this post finds you well :0)

The time has come for a new challenge at


Our sponsor Pink Gem Designs provided Penguin with candy cane for me to use and this is what I did with her.



No colouring involved at all as it was a complete card topper kit and it made a lovely change to spend time on the finishing touches. I found some matt mirri board in my stash which I used to make the pretty poinsettia,  using a Marianne Designs die set. It is a perfect match to the pink on the card actually, although it is hard to believe in the photograph.

It has been a busy old time at work again and things at home have a bit hectic with one thing and another so my plans to craft always seem to fall by the wayside!!  It looks set to stay that way for a while unfortunately and the darker mornings and evenings certainly don't help. I feel sad waving goodbye to summer in many ways but at least it won't be too hot to sleep in the coming weeks and months, and I do need my sleep!!

Anyway, I hope that you will share any cute cards that you make with littleys in mind.

Hope to see you soon xx

Some challenges

A Gem of a challenge - One for the girls
Crafty Catz #430 - Anything goes +/- Christmas
Chrimbo Crackers #167 - Anything goes
Fab 'n' Funky #408 - Anything goes

27 comments:

brenda said...

I always think Peguins bring a smile to your face and this is a real sweetie Sarah and so prettily embellished. Like you not too keen on the shorter days and least of all letting the boys out when it's still pretty dark.

B x

nnalorac said...

Super super cute card, so pretty too. Carol xx

Julie B said...

Cute, love the poinsettia embellie!
The berries are much the same as usual, the bounty was down to a warm dry spell when the blossom set and a wet August when the berries were filling out!
I know the lore is for lots of berries mean a hard winter but ...... . Anyway fingers crossed it isn't and you have more time to craft! :)

Carole Pollard said...

Gorgeous design love your penguin topper and that fab poinsettia its just perfect Love and hugs Carole x

cotnob said...

A super Christmas card Sarah, such a cute image - perfect for a child.
Pauline - Crafting with Cotnob
x

Doreen said...

Love that gorgeous penguin,what a fab card.xxx

meg said...

A beauty Sarah, gorgeous image, papers, sentiment and embellishments, hope the recipient loves it as much as I do

Annette said...

I do have a soft spot for penguins - she's really sweet.

Crafty Moone Cards said...

Great card Sarah.
Sue x

Carol S. said...

A very sweet penguin and a gorgeous card Sarah. The Poinsettia is a beautiful addition to a lovely design. Hugs, Carol S.xx

Claire said...

Aww what a cute little girly penguin with rosy cheeks. The addition of the poinsettia adds just enough luxury for a finished mantle piece pleaser x

Lynne in NI said...

Aww what a sweet little penguin, love all your silver accents
It sure feels like autumn has suddenly arrived, we'd ice on our car windscreen this morning brrrr!

Megan J said...

Hi Sarah, a wonderful card for a little one, love the pretty poinsettia, I thought you had used some bronze coloured card due to the pic. Toppers make a good change from time to time... have a wonderful week... Megan

Debra K. said...

What an adorable card! Perfect for a little or big person. The poinsettia looks gorgeous but it's funny how it's a kind of bronze colour in your photo. Wonderful! Debra x

Janette said...

Gorgeous card, very cute, glad you joined us at CraftyCatz this week...good luck in the challenge.x

Lynne said...

Avery cute Sarah and a lovely poinsettia x

Pat said...

Beautiful card Sarah, love the cute image and your lovely Poinsettia.

Pat xx

aussie aNNie said...

Isn't she gorgeous Sarah, so nicely created too, Loving this.xxx

Michelle said...

Really beautiful Sarah, especially the Poinsettia - I'm sad to see summer go. I've really enjoyed hanging my washing out on the line :( Michelle x

Judith said...

what a cute image Sarah, sometimes toppers are the way to go and you can put your creative efforts into the finishing touches - and Christmas cards are the perfect time to use this method! I don't mind the end of summer - love jumper days! Sorry for not being around these past few months I've had a pretty scary time healthwise, but all is well and I'm so happy and greatful to be back hugs judith : ) xx

Brenda said...

Maybe you didn't color it, but you put together a gorgeous card! That image is darling!

Wendy Nicola Jackson said...

Aww, I so have to pull together a card for this challenge! I love the theme and your creation is so super cute! Your poinsettia in that mirri board is SO beautiful! I LOVE it! Gorgeous card hun. Hugs, Wends xoxo

Lena said...

Wow, what a super cute and festive card, Sarah. That penguin is adorable and your pretty papers showcase her beautifully. I love taking a peek at your cards, it's always such a treat. Thanks for sharing.
Hugs,
Lena

Chrissy said...

Beautiful cute penguin Sarah and I love how you have embellished you card..gorgeous.

luv CHRISSYxx

Sue Nicholson said...

Smashing card, cute character. Thanks for the kind words for my mum, means a lot x

Marilyn said...

Beauty! I like the bold colouring on the topper, it really grabs your attention. I also love the poinsettia and how pretty it is with the shiny paper.

Jane Savage said...

Aww this is just too cute Sarah! xxx
(And in answer to your question about LDRS Products in the UK Crafteezee is the only supplier I'm aware of.)