Sunday, December 11, 2016

Year's End.........PP325, CTS#201








I can't believe my year with the Paper Players is coming to an end.  It has been an honor "playing cards" (as Michele Ferguson would say...) with this fabulous group of ladies!  I was delighted when they asked me to be their guest for 2016!  They are an amazing group.....yes talented for sure......but oh so warm, caring, supportive and fun!  It has been a wonderful experience and I thank them from the bottom of my heart!


It wouldn't be Christmas around here without watching Rudolph.......the animated version narrated by Burl Ives.....a true classic!  Can't you just hear him singing Silver and Gold?  That's the first thing I thought of when I saw Jaydee's challenge this week at the Paper Players. 

                                         



I was following the sweet sketch from Cas(e) this Sketch this week when my daughter walked in.  She started braiding the silver and gold cord I had on my desk while we were chatting.......and I said, "Wow I like that....hand it over!"  Such a fun accent! Derailed the sketch plan a bit but I went with it!
                                                                    

                                                    


Stamp Sets:  Freeform Greenery by Altenew, Merry and Bright by SU


14 comments:

HJ said...

Beautiful card. I love the braided gold and silver threads.

stampwithamyk said...

So pretty! Great use of those colors! Love your clean design. :)

Nance Leedy said...

Clean, elegant and fabulous....just like you! I loved working with you this year and appreciate all the warmth and energy you brought to our team. I hope to see your fabulous creations in the gallery! Wishing you and your sweet family a wonderful holiday season!

Leigh Penner said...

Beautiful!

laurie said...

So pretty Linda! I have really enjoyed having you as a GD at the PP! Have a great Christmas!

Colleen Begley said...

It really is a gorgeous card, Linda. I was wondering abut the braided cord and thought what a great idea. So fun to be on the team with you this year and I'll be checking in at your blog for sure.

Diane - oliver.mdiane@comcast.net said...

Linda you will be missed I'm sure as a member of this great Design Team... Just love that blog, but I'm sure another that takes your place as guest will be have as much fun as you.
Your card is FAB.... Love your silver and gold braid. And YES I do think of Beryl Ives when ever someone says silver and gold.... even if it's in the middle of summer! Have a VERY Merry Christmas. Hugs.

LeAnne said...

Very pretty....wish I had gone "minimalist" like you! Just so elegant!

Jen Timko said...

That braided cord is fantastic! This is really great!

Claire Broadwater said...

Linda, (is that your name)--inside joke---it has been wonderful playing with you all year! I adore your creations and YOU! I am sad to see you leave, but I know you will continue to play along with us! Wishing you and your family a VERY MERRY Christmas and all the best in the New Year! Lots of Love and HUGS! Stay warm in all that snow! XXX

Karren said...

The braided cord adds such a fun touch to this gorgeous card, Linda. It's been great seeing all your Paper Players creations this year.

donna mikasa said...

Gorgeous take on the sketch--and I love the addition of the cord, thanks to your daughter!

Jaydee said...

Linda, it has been amazing to stamp beside you this year. Thank you for joining us at the Paper Players - it has been an absolute pleasure to see your fabulous designs in the gallery each week. This card is no exception. CAS perfection. Thanks for rocking my challenge again this week
hugs
jaydee

Joanne James - The Crafty Owl said...

A gorgeous CAS card Linda and the addition of the braid adds a fun touch. It's been so lovely creating with you this year - I'll continue to pop by as I so love your work. Do keep in touch and festive greetings to you and yours!