The days, weeks and months seem to be passing by so quickly this year. It's hard to believe that it's almost Thanksgiving. The exciting thing about Thanksgiving for me this year is that i get to see our daughter and her family who are overseas missionaries. They're in the US for the birth of our new grandson, and they'll be here over the holidays. We're SUPER excited to meet our new grandson, learn his name, give him lots of love, see our other two sweet grandbabies, and spend time with our daughter and son-on-law as well. With all that said, let's move on to the card I'm sharing today for the new November challenge over at The Four Seasons.
I used kraft cardstock for the card base and to cut my piece for the cross-stitching. I used the super cool Oval Stitching Die from Waffle Flower Stamps. I found the (free) stitching pattern on Pinterest. The red gingham patterned paper is from Echo Park and the wooden ruler patterned paper is from October Afternoon. The pretty silk ribbon is found at Stamp Simply, and the Sweetheart Blossom on top of the bow is from Really Reasonable Ribbon.
The sentiment (Happy Thanksgiving) is from a (retired) Papertrey Ink stamp set called Pumpkin Patch. It was stamped onto a banner cut using the Fishtail Banner Dies from Stamp Simply. I also added some vintage lace to my card underneath the cross-stiched pumpkin. I'm happy to answer any questions you might have about my card.
We really hope that you'll pop on over to The Four Seasons Challenge Blog to share all your Autumn cards and projects with us this month. We always enjoy and appreciate seeing your wonderful creativity, and we hope you enjoy playing along in these FUN challenges. Have a wonderful week and thanks for your visit here today. To get your creativity started, here's the inspiration photo:
Get out those crafting supplies and get creative. What elements in this picture are speaking to you? We can't wait to find out what gets your creativity flowing.
Here's where I'm sharing my card:
Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge - Simon Says "Anything Goes"
Creative Ariste Challenges - Anything Mixed Media - I wanted to share my cross-stitched card in this FUN challenge
Dar & Diane's Double D Challenge Blog - Pumpkin, Pumpkin, Who's Got the Pumpkin
Come on, get crafty!!
Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenge Blog - Challenge #2443 - Anything Goes
The Die-Cut Divas Challenge - Sponsored by Birch Press Design - On this card, I used a stitching oval die from Waffle Flower.
Blessings,
Karen
Love the rustic feel of this card and how amazing is that cross stitched pumpkin!
ReplyDeleteWishing you a wonderful time with your family this holiday season and congrats on your new grandson! How wonderful!!
What an awesome vintage design. Love that die cut! Great detail and design. Thanks for sharing at the Double D, "Pumpkin, Pumpkin" Challenge.
ReplyDeleteOh wow how gorgeous is this - a piece to treasure. Have a wonderful time with your family and your new grandson - I'm guessing it will be an exciting time in your household soon. Thanks for sharing with us at Creative Artiste Mixed Media
ReplyDeleteThis is a work of art. I love your stitched pumpkin. So glad you joined us at Die Cut Divas challenge this month.
ReplyDeleteThanksgiving is such a perfect time for sharing special things with your family, and it sounds like you will have a memorable holiday season. Your card is so beutiful and special. Love yout stitched pumpkin and the way you used it in your wonderful design!
ReplyDeleteSuper cross stitch. Creative Artiste GDT x
ReplyDeleteHi Karen, I couldn't be happier for your list of reasons to be thankful. Congratulations on the arrival of your little grandson! Your card is pure delight with the pumpkin stitching in that fabulous oval frame. The red gingham gives it a warm homey touch, and of course the ribbon and flower are the perfect finishing touches. Thanks so much for linking up to DD Challenge. Best of luck to you in the draw and have the best Thanksgiving with your family.
ReplyDeleteWow that is just gorgeous with that stitching, LOVE it!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful Thanksgiving card. Thank you for joining us at Die Cut Divas :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fab stitched pumpkin, Karen! Just love how you finished it with the plaid paper and sentiment flag! Thanks for sharing at Die Cut Divas!!
ReplyDeleteYour card is just fabulous, Karen! Love the cross-stitches, and the colors and the design are so lovely, very fitting for thankfulness and family. Thank you so much for sharing with us at our Anything Mixed Media Goes challenge on Creative Artiste! Hope you enjoy time with your loved ones. Anita xo
ReplyDeleteThis card has such a beautiful home-spun touch with that incredible cross stitching and those beautiful colors and papers. Wishing you a great Thanksgiving as you re-unite with your family and welcome a new grandson into your lives.
ReplyDeleteI think this is one of the most beautiful cards I've seen this year. I love everything about it! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card Karen stitched and created with love what a super design. Thank you for sharing @ Creative Artiste best wishes in Novembers Challenge.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a wonderful time with the family this Thanksgiving. Tracey (DT)