"I want an official Red Ryder, carbine action, two-hundred shot range model air rifle!"

I went to Card Club last night, hoping that we would make some Christmas cards. And (yay!) 2 of the 3 cards we made were Christmas-y! :)

I'm not responsible for any of the design work, these are just make and take deals. But I think they are beautiful! All are made using Stampin' Up! materials. I really loved the sympathy card; it was simple to do (using overhead sheets with the squares precut and then rubbing ink on) but just so pretty. I also love the "bright and beautiful" one. The colours were ones I would not have picked for a Christmas card (River Rock and Elegant Eggplant) but together they make a really beautiful card.

I am SUPER pumped to go to my hometown this weekend, not just to see the fam but also for a special scrapbook/card-making event. Kristy, from the Scrapbooking Cafe Online, will be there to keep us in plenty of supplies! I've been excited about this ever since it was announced MONTHS ago! I've already got an order in to Kristy for some goodies, and I'm sure I'll pick out more tomorrow. My sister is coming to the event as well, and I've told her all about the amazing goodies that Kristy stocks...but I don't think she's ready for it!

Happy weekend! :)

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Merry Christmas Slimline

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You Did It!

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