I colored the image with Promarkers in shades of grey.
I wanted to use some of my more neglected dies, here are two shapes which I combined together to make a frame. I always admire Donna's (Creative Smiles) ability to use her dies in so many creative ways. I know I didn't do a revolutionary thing here with my dies, but I was inspired by Donna's work when making this silver frame and wanted to share that with you.
I added a doily underneath it and attached it all to a fully covered card front with a DP from Bo Bunny.
A piece of ribbon and string for the metal charm with the Christmas sentiment and a die cut snowflake in the opposite corner.
The doily peeping out from under the frame is a lovely idea the ribbon and string a great finishing touch beautiful colourway too.
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning card Pia!! Really love that frame you've created around the snowman image which is absolutely adorable too! :) Beautifully done! HUGS :)
ReplyDeleteThis is both cute and stylish Pia. Love it sweetie.
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Cathy
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A lovely card Pia, love the blue and silver combo. Must admit I've got this die and haven't used it for a while, makes a great frame too.
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I love your frame Pia and fabulous mono colouring on your Snowman..what a great card.
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So cute and fun Pia.
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A fabulous Christmas card Pia, such a fun snowman and beautiful frame - your dies combine perfectly.
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Whoa! I love that amazing sparkly, silvery, winter-festival-feel in your delightful card, Pia! The BoBunny background is amazing, and the use of your die cuts is gorgeous! The background colors remind me of a snowy dark night in the northern countries during winter - silvery, yet darkest blue! Love your little ribbon doo-dad in the corner. What a surprise to see my name in your post! Thank you, Pia, for the "shout out" - I appreciate it! An unexpected blessing today, especially since I'm always smitten by your artwork! Thank you! hugs, de
ReplyDeleteI would never have thought that these were TWO die put togheter! It seems only one! Has been a great idea!! Love the blue dp on the back and the liquid pearls for the snow! Great work!
ReplyDeleteFabulous card Pia! Love the shades of gray for coloring and the dark blue DP really make the silver frame pop!
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I love Donna's work at Creative Smiles also. I'm one of her biggest fans. Your layering of the frame looks remarkable, as does your card.
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous Pia! I love the image and it is framed beautifully by that lovely silver frame :-) The background paper and embellishments all co-ordinate brilliantly together. Super card!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card and snowman image Pia..Loz
ReplyDeleteSilver and blue looks great togehter - pretty snowman Card, Pia !
ReplyDeleteWonderful job on the new release snowman, loving the silver die cut and the shades of grey colouring. Fab. card!
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Glenda
I think I recognise this Bo Bunny PP- I have very little of the 6 x 6 pad left ( I think it is the one with wooden ski's...?) Anyway, this is fabulously frosty.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card Pia, I love that snowman image! Gorgeous silver & blue colors too!
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Love the colour combo Pia with super diecutting. Love the snowman's wrapping up attire too!! Sorry I've been MIA recently .... life etc. Have a lovely weekend. Nicola x
ReplyDeleteI feel cold looking this snowman
ReplyDeletecool that you did not colorinh him only woth grey
and the DP is perfect Pia
lovey charm too
and nice border there
adorable christmas/snow time card
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Monika
Fabulous card love the silver frame and agree about Donnas great use of dies-your image looks very chilly in greys
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Hope you are enjoying your blog free holiday. I think we all need to have a little 'blog & card free time' - I've enjoyed mine. Even though some of it was due to health issues, it still is good to not have it become a 'chore', but rather something I enjoy. Only problem is Mo-Jo goes on holiday too! I love this cute Snowy, and the silver scroll frame adds to the iciness of the scene. Also like the navy & silver design pattern behind his frosty self. It's a lovely Christmas card, with the silver snowflake embellie. Enjoy the rest of your holiday. TFS & have a great upcoming week. Hugs
ReplyDeleteStunning card, like how you framed this adorable snowman!
ReplyDeleteOh, cute, Pia! I love the adorable new Bugaboo snowman! Your monochrome colouring is beautiful! Hope you had a fantastic break and I look forward to seeing your creations when you start regular blogging again!
ReplyDeleteJust so cute...love your sweet snowman hanging out with that adorable little bird sitting on his head, simply fabulous!
ReplyDeleteFabulous card, elegant and beautiful.
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Way to go, using the dies to create a frame... I have never thought to do that! Talk about doubling your stash! This is very "Pia" to me... I'd be able to spot it in a large group! Such a well-balanced card with just the right accents (twine + ribbon, bold purple background, great image!)
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