Yesterday I was reminded of something I did back in high school - braiding ribbon. We used to make tons of bracelets doing this technique. I decided to take a step back in time and made this card. Who would have ever thought of doing this back then? LOLI used the Old Olive from Mistletoe Ribbon Originals bundle in the Holiday Mini to make the wreath. Add a couple of gold brads from the IBC and a bow (I used the Real Red Polka Dot ribbon), you have a sumptuous wreath ready to grace your card.
Have you seen the Bride, Groom and Bridesmaid Specialty papers in the 2009 Idea Book and Catalog? This paper is simply divine. I can't wait to play with it some more. "Merry Christmas" was cut from a Sizzix die and paper pieced. I put a Swarovski Crystal Heart in the center of the wreath. I added a little glitter to Santa's hat to balance out the bling.
Of course I couldn't make a card without some stamping, right? I stamped and embossed the verse on the inside. I also stamped the holly branches to finish it off.
Off to play with my grandson Logan ... it is always refreshing to see new things in the eyes of a child. We have some errands to run but will be taking time to feed the ducks at a local farm. Logan loves animals! This makes Grandma very happy! LOL
3 comments:
This is just beautiful!!! love the ribbon and love the paper.
whow Karen
this is so beautiful
I love it
The wreath is so well done.
ouh and that bride paper my FAVORITE!
I love the little red ribbon on the top of the wreath as well.
the Merry Christmas across the bottom on an angle
Priceless
FABULOUSLY DONE Karen
Your wreath came out so pretty! love the little red bow. Is the ribbon simply braided like a regular braid, or is there a special pattern for braiding it?
So pretty- thanks for sharing!
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