Wednesday 30 January 2013

Triple Time Christmas Challenge Card

The challenge this week at the "52 {Christmas} Card Throwdown" is Triple Time Stamping. This was also a featured in a recent newsletter from SplitCoast stampers, and I found it quite intriguing.

Instead of stamping though, I used patterned paper for all my layers.


I used the bottom right corner of a patterned 12x12" sheet of scrapbook paper (the bottom left corner was used for my Penguin card on THIS post).


Since this was my first time doing this type of layering, I wasn't sure how deep I wanted the layers. I used the Stampin' Up Dimensionals instead of regular foam tape because they give height without giving too much height.  For the little banner at the bottom, I used a dimensional at each end and a regular foam tape piece in the center for a slightly bowed effect. 


 I dressed up the inside of the card a little, and also made a matching envelope.  :-)

My penguin card was chosen for an Honourable Mention over at Merry Monday's, so that was quite a thrill as well.


I am sure enjoying making my Christmas cards this way - one at a time with no pressure to make multiples. I'm also enjoying making my cards in this larger size instead of the A2 that I have done for so many years. 

Thanks for stopping by today!

6 comments:

  1. A great take on our challenge technique this week at 52CCT - thanks for joining in - Jacqueline xx

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  2. SUCH a fabulous use of patterned paper! I ADORE that darling snowman and the inside is perfect, too! Thanks for joining us at 52CCT! :)

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  3. Terrific idea Karen to use patterned paper with this technique. It turned out really awesome! Thanks so much for joining us this week at 52CCT!

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  4. Hello Karen, I love your cheery snowman card - and the fact you decorated inside PLUS the envelope so beautifully gets you extra brownie points!

    However, the technique is called triple time stamping and when I set this challenge I did want to see stamping on the layers. So sorry hun, but I'm going to be a stickler and say this doesn't meet the technique challenge requirement and so we will not be able to consider your card for an honour spot.

    Having said all of that, I think your use of patterned paper is a great take on the layering aspect of the challenge and a very creative idea! You've clearly put in a lot of great work and the extra details of the inside and envelope mean you've made such a special card! I was truly delighted to see this happy card and so glad you shared it with us at 52 {C}CT. I sincerely hope that my being a stickler will not discourage you from joining in our challenges in the future - we would love to see you playing along with us again soon! {{{{hugs}}}} Ruth x

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    1. Oh Ruth - no problem. The challenge clearly stated stamping so I'm not at all discouraged from playing along with all of you at 52 {C}CT. I was just inspired by the technique and the patterned paper and am so glad I had a chance to make the card. I'll enjoy choosing just who to send it to next Christmas.
      Cheers, Karen

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  5. Hi, Karen!

    You've used the technique SO beautifully! So clever of you to use patterned paper! I love it!

    You are SO good about creating your Christmas cards ahead of time.

    Sorry I haven't been around much, lately. My computer has been acting up. I never know when it will be working or not working.

    Take care!
    Happy crafting!

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