Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Cards Galore!

On the Ninth Day of Christmas, My True Love Gave to Me...

Nine Drummers Drumming
Sandi: Maximum Embellishment
The 9th Day of Christmas ATC comes from Sandi at Maximum Embellishment.  It is amazing.  I have no idea how she created this card, but the rectangle within the rectangle in the middle, is raised with some sort of texture material that kind of glistens.  I know I am not describing this well, but trust me, it is truly beautiful.  This is definitely one of my favorites.  I love it.  BTW, Sandi's blog is beautiful, too.  You should check it out.

I received two more sets of cards in the mail yesterday.  First, my daughter drew and painted (watercolor) a fish several months ago at school.  This artwork was sent to a company in Colorado where it was converted into blank note cards.  I can't get over how awesome the cards turned out!  On the reverse, my daughter's full name, her school name, and the date is printed.  What a truly fabulous way to preserve and showcase her art. 

Charlotte's Fancy Fish
I also received Penny's card in the mail.  The theme for December's Blissful ATC Swap is "Angels."  Penny's interpretation is beautiful.  She also sent me an ornament for our tree as well as a fantastic handmade card.



Thanks Penny.  I knew your card would be great!

As promised, here is a photo of my new/old $10.00 Goodwill desk.


I thought I'd better get a picture posted before it gets too out of control messy!  Is it awesome!!!  It is gigantic..obscenely huge..I love it!  (Still hate the horrid chair, though).

Please remember to sign up for a chance to win the Valori Wells wallet pattern.  You can click here to jump back to read about that Hot Potato and SIGN UP please!  See how close I am to 100 followers!  I'm going to be picking the winner on December 20th!


Toodles for now!

Angela

8 comments:

JoAnne said...

Hi Angela,
Lovely atc's and your daughter's fish watercolor is awesome! That is a nice way to preserve, and honor her work. And your desk-what a great find-$10!!!!!
Happy Holidays,
JoAnne

Wendy Aspinall said...

Angela I think the talent runs in your family your daughter cards is wonderful... You have given me a idea maybe some of the our children would like to swap atc too??? it may be a fun idea to have and children ATC swap in the new year

Heather said...

how awesome! The stuff you got is great. love the angel! Also love your daughter's artwork! how simply beautiful and to have them made into cards! What a great idea! Hope you are having a good day.

Theodora quilts said...

Hi Angela I love all of the cards and your daughter is taking after you ,I must say ,I really don't know what atc's are I keep seeing it on various blogs so please help me out here I am new at this LOL ,xoxo theodora

Marfi-topia said...

hello!
that is an awesome find!
all the cards are beautiful...and
how cute is that card from your daughter!
what a lovely idea.
have a great day:)

Sandi McLean said...

How sweet of you to comment on my "9 Drummers" ATC! The finish is sugar beads with some warm highlights glitter on top. Received my swap package today! I have posted your ATC with links of course. Way to go Angela!

BelleSouth said...

Wow, great stuff!! and I just LOVE the card from your daughter! How special is that?!?!

Talented family!

Rebecca

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