Christmas in July - Starburst Card

Besides my birthday and Thanksgiving, Christmas is my absolutely favorite holiday! Yes, indeedy it is!

Last year I started my card making journey and did you know, I didn't make not even one Christmas card? Not a one--how horrible for a card maker. I won't bore you with all the reasons (no, not excuses) why I didn't make and/or send any, but let's just say that I had competing craft interests--I was making jewelry pieces (my usual holiday gifts). This year, so that I don't fall into the proverbial time trap--AGAIN--I'm starting to make Christmas (cards) in July!

The first card is made using a Masking and Sponging technique. I saw this card on a YouTube video by Tami White - also a Stampin' Up! demonstrator and CAS it...not everything but mostly the technique.

Measurements:

Card base: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" (Old Olive)
Whisper White Layer: 4 1/4" x 3 1/2" (used to stamp your image)
Silver Glimmer Paper: 4 1/2" x 3 3/4"

Stampin' Up! Supplies Used:

All Stampin' Up! items can be purchased on my website:

JULY 2016 HOSTESS CODE: RQP9WUNY

Marina Mist Classic Stampin Pad
Item: 126962

Silver Glimmer Paper
Item: 135314

Soft Suede Classic Stampin Pad
Item: 126978

Black Classic Stampin' Pad
Item: 149093

Old Olive Cardstock
Item: 100702

Whisper White Cardstock
Item: 100730

Other Items Used:

Stamp: Stampendous Wood Mount N188 Traveling Far (2011)

Adhesive

I truly enjoyed making this card. Remember, you can be creative...change colors, the focal stamp, or even the sentiment. Just remember to have fun. #creativeexpressions #feelingcrafty

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