Hello! It’s been a while, I know. I found it easier to set the computer aside and concentrate my attention on LuLu’s training. Just like Wally was, she’s an amazingly good puppy. She hasn’t torn anything up yet, she listens when I speak, sits when I tell her to. She’ll potty when I tell her to, also, but, believe me, I’d better be there when she runs for the door. Bladder control is not one of her strong points yet.
Stamping happens when she sleeps or right after a potty break. I took advantage of that one afternoon and made another Christmas card for my meager collection.
I used Flourishes’ Holiday Sparkle. Five stamps from the set on one card made me feel as though I’d given it a good run. It would be lovely to think I might play with it some more before the cards go in the mail, but I’m makin’ a list and checkin’ it twice to be sure I give all my new sets a chance. By the way, the sentiment is in one of the new Tailor-Made for Flourishes dies by Spellbinders – Classic Keyhole Die Set. It was just the right fit for the sentiment, and though I don’t yet have the gorgeous companion stamp set, I know I’ll find plenty of uses for the dies.
I colored the icicle ornament, bow, and evergreen bough with these Copic markers:
I applied Stardust Stickles glitter glue to the icicle, Frosted Lace Stickles to its snowy top and to the evergreen bough, and Platinum Stickles to the cap just under the bow. The pink snowflakes were embossed with glittery powder which may be more apparent in the next photo -- more so if you click to enlarge it.
The scene in the following photo is what I like to see when I feel like stamping:
Ahhhh… peace on earth! Have a happy day!
Stamps: Holiday Sparkle (Flourishes) Paper: Flourishes’ Classic White, Rose Red textured, Memory Box Yuletide designer paper Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, ColorBox pink pigment ink, Rose Red, Copic markers for coloring Accessories: Stickles glittler glue as mentioned above Accessories: Rhinestones, Martha Stewart edge punch, Flourishes Classic Keyhole Die set by Spellbinders
I absolutely LOVE this card! Everything about it is just perfect. I have that stamp set and I'm waiting for my order with the die set.Even more excited about it now.
Your furry friends are so cute the way they've bonded.
Merry Christmas, Jean ~
Posted by: Jean S | 11/28/2011 at 03:09 AM
What a beautiful card! Like Jean S, your first commenter, I love everything about the card too. You attain such grace, balance & harmony in your cards. Nice! Great harmony and peace in the photo too. A Kodak moment! Have a wonderful day.
Posted by: Francie (Montreal) | 11/28/2011 at 04:07 AM
Wow, this is absolutely gorgeous, Leslie. You're inspiring me once again. Love all the sparkle! The picture of your babies is so sweet. I know you've got to be enjoying watching them together. Have a great week.
Posted by: Karen W. | 11/28/2011 at 05:19 AM
beautiful card and they're so cute curled up together. Have a great day
Posted by: yogi | 11/28/2011 at 06:26 AM
What a gorgeous card, Leslie - so beautifully colored and such wonderful colors! Oh, it's so cool that Wally has a great friend/sister living with him now and doesn't have to wait for visits from Magnum:)
Posted by: Lynette | 11/28/2011 at 07:23 AM
Gorgeous, such lovely coloring of the icicle and the highlighting on the bow is terrific, the branch looks so real!
Oh my that pic of the two of them is just darling, so sweet!
Posted by: conniecrafter | 11/28/2011 at 08:13 AM
Beautiful card. Love that sentiment. And such an adorable photo of your "kids". So sweet.
Posted by: SueB | 11/28/2011 at 08:46 AM
Your card is so very lovely! Your puppies are so adorable...life is good!!!
Posted by: Marilyn Valadez | 11/28/2011 at 10:25 AM
Gorgeous card, Leslie! I love the stamping and the overall design! But , I think my favorite part of your post is the last picture! Wally and LuLu are so cute together. Glad you are finding the time to enjoy them!
Posted by: Linda E | 11/28/2011 at 10:41 AM
Leslie,
I love that you tell us how you did each card. You are so inspiring to us who are learning. Thank you for your positive feedback!
Posted by: Marian Bonney | 11/28/2011 at 12:44 PM
Positively beautiful Leslie! Love the nontraditional colors you used and the beautiful glisten.
Looks like Wally is being a good big brother, just like I knew he would be! She's grown! Thanks for the picture, made my day!
Posted by: Tammy Hair | 11/28/2011 at 03:32 PM
Such a pretty card, Leslie! Your coloring is simply beautiful, and I love looking at all your work. TFS!
Love your puppies too. Had to show my daughter...she always likes seeing Wally pictures.
Posted by: Lisa Dolson | 11/28/2011 at 04:23 PM
Oh, my, looking at Wally & LuLu snuggled up together, I don't know how you do anything but play with the two of them. I'm afraid I would get nothing done if I had the two of them. I think we are all jealous! I'm glad you squeezed in some time to do a card, though, as it is really beautiful.
Posted by: Sherri Dean | 11/28/2011 at 05:25 PM
OMGoodness Leslie ~ First of all, your card is just lovely...the pic of Wally and LuLu is to die for...what a pleasant memory you have here...I am so happy to see that they are (apparently) getting along so well together...Both of your puppies are too beautiful for words...I know that Wally is happy to have LuLu in his life and it looks like LuLu has adapted well to her new found friend! Thank you for sharing such a warm photograph!!
Posted by: velta | 11/28/2011 at 09:27 PM
What a beautiful card! The sparkle on that ornament is just wonderful.. so elegant.
And the 'kids' are so sweet, Leslie. Looks like Wally is a great big bro.
Posted by: Susan (rainy) | 11/28/2011 at 09:30 PM
Awww! THose little cutie pies. I am happy they make *you* so happy. What blessings our pets are to us.
I had never heard of this Flourishes set, but wow, I must say my interest is piqued! Once again, you impress me with your coloring. THis icicle, bow and tree branch combo is stellar. I love those sparkles you added, too.
One more thing: I absolutely love when you visit my blog, Leslie. You always make me feel good!!
Posted by: Colleen Dietrich | 11/29/2011 at 10:50 AM
Beautiful coloring and card, Leslie. I love the sparkles you added. Thanks for sharing the picture of your two doggies. They look so sweet.
Hugs and smiles
Posted by: Beate | 11/29/2011 at 11:38 AM
Your frosty glittery ornament is stunning! Pretty layout! I didn't know you got a puppy! How sweet! Wally looks content, awwww.
Posted by: Danielle | 11/29/2011 at 01:03 PM
Such a pretty card. That pic of your two puppies is so sweet - really brought a smile to my face. Thanks!
Posted by: Troy Louise | 11/29/2011 at 02:52 PM
You ROCKED this set Leslie!!~
Posted by: Cindy haffner | 11/29/2011 at 03:06 PM
love the pics of the "kids" thanks for sharing them with us.
Posted by: Linda | 11/29/2011 at 05:26 PM
Your card is lovely. Those pretty pink snowflakes are so cheery.
Oh my goodness the photo of Wally & Lulu is just adorable. They look so happy together.
Posted by: Ida | 11/30/2011 at 12:03 PM
Wow Miss Leslie! this is So Pretty! love the lo and Fab image. You touches of sparkle are just Wonderful too! Love the whole thing! Awww,Wally and LuLu are so cute together..Can't help but smile! 8-)
Hugs
Shannon
Posted by: Shannon White | 11/30/2011 at 02:31 PM
I really like the color of the snowflakes on this card. I would have not thought to do it that way. This looks great. So sparkly and pretty. Wally and Lulu awww what else can I say. Great picture.
Posted by: Dawn Burnworth | 12/02/2011 at 06:20 AM
This is beautiful Leslie!
Posted by: Sue Kment | 12/02/2011 at 08:26 PM
Oh I love this card and Wally and Lulu are just so gorgeous together.
Posted by: Leigh | 12/03/2011 at 06:11 PM
So gorgeous with those tones of pinks and your beautiful sparkle!!
Your photo makes me want to jump right in there and hug them both. Irresistible!!
Posted by: Rose Ann | 12/15/2011 at 09:18 AM