Sunday, December 04, 2011

the quickest card I have ever made...

Good morning everyone I hope your all managing to stay warm, it was so cold here last night I thought it might snow, it was one of those nights when you just cant get warm, even the heating on, a hot water bottle and blanket didn't help...although Phil seemed to be ok, must just be the ice water in my veins lol...well we had pj success yesterday, I went to La Sensa and managed to get our Daughter two pairs of their lush pj's for the price of one and the lovely girl gift wrapped them for me into a box I would love to get too, I love girly touches like that don't you...my card for today took me exactly 4 1/2 minuets to make, how amazing is that, my Dad needed a card fast and I had a sheet of the Bo Bunny Father Christmas stickers and I have the 6x6 pad too so just stuck one of the stickers onto one of the papers and cut out, how quick is that then it was just a matter of layering up and adding some lush ribbon, a bow and a few buttons, I added a few holly leaves cut from ribbon too...I cant remember the last time I made a card that didn't have a coloured image on it, my Daughter wants a set of cards like this so I think I will just use the rest of the stickers to make them for her, could have them all done in an hour if I try hard...the fabulous sketch is from the Cards and Things challenge which is one I found through Feline Playful, that blog is a touch of genius isn't it...I'm also entering it for the Simon Says Stamp challenge and Craft your Days away challenge too...btw in case your wondering how I enter the challenges while I'm away I have a lovely friend who links them up for me...right I'm off to pack my distress inks and brushes as I'm going to catch up on some colouring while I'm away and there's a couple of new techniques I want to try too...whatever your up to today have a fantastic warm one
Mina xxx

42 comments:

Chrissy said...

Thats only 30 seconds slower than the minute mile Mina..lol..well done!!...and a gorgeous card it is too, with no colouring.Love the beautiful lush bow...Having a great weekend myself...did some gardening, tidying up the flat and my craft space...then all of a sudden I thought OMG...I haven't done my DT card for the morning....so I've been rushing ever since...but loving it..

Luv CHRISSYxx

Ann said...

Beautiful Mina, love the vintage look.

Christine L said...

It may be quick but it's beautiful Mina..
Hugs
Christine x

cheryl said...

gosh hun may be quick but oh my how stunning,hugs cherylxxxx

cheryl said...

gosh hun may be quick but oh my how stunning,hugs cherylxxxx

tilly said...

sometimes the quick ones can be best lol.... super card and I hope you enjoy your time at the farmhouse, safe journey
Tilly

My'scardcorner said...

Quick time or not Mina it is lovely. enjoy your stay at the farmhouse.
Myrax

Sam said...

Lovely card! I love the vintage look :)
x

heidy said...

Fabolous quick card Mina!
XXX heidy

Jo said...

that's beautiful, defo doesn't look quick and easy, LOVE that ribbon, too.
Take care and keep warm
Jo x

Crea Astrid said...

What a lovely Christmas card. Nice paper.

Hugs Astrid.
http://creaastrid.blogspot.com/

Jolita said...

Beautiful card Mina!

Hugs, Jolita

Sue said...

Wow Mina,mine dont look like that if I spend all day on it,Its gorgeous.
Have a lovely warm day.
Hugs Sue xx

Kirsty said...

Hi Love this set ! Makes it just festive with this gorgeous ribbon ! Super talent to make a card in that time ! I always take forever lol. Really love the design. It is snowing right now here ! So pretty but freezing lol Kitty ;0)

Miss Emerald said...

The card is beautiful! So Christmas and warming!

Lil Daffodil said...

Hi Mina,
Absolutely gorgeous. I love the papers and colours and the ribbon and bow are magnificent. The topper with the sentiment is beautiful.
Hugs,
Fiona x

Marie-Louise said...

Beautiful card.

Vicky said...

Oh I love La Senza its my fave shop for pj's & underwear they do such gorgeous stuff & even when you get it delivered they wrap it all nicely & put in some nice smelling bead things which is just gorgeous when you open the box......right I'm away La Senza noo.

Fantastic card hun love it.....these still take me ages to make cus I fanny on with foofy bits lol.......oops soz about moi french lol.

Lotsa hugs Vicky xxx

Marie-Anne said...

What a nice card.

Marie-Anne

Hanneke said...

Wow, what a quick card! And it doesn't look like you made it that quickly! Looks fabulous. Hugs, Hanneke

Gail said...

omgosh mina!!..you have certinly given me some inspiration..as it's getting countdown for me..so i need quick..lol..i have almost 70 cards made but need 100..so off i go,..i love the vintage look and colors of this art of yours..tfs..loves ya

Anonymous said...

Stunning Mina!! xx

Turtle In The Sand said...

Oh I bought those stickers and haven't used a one. May I "borrow" your idea. What a beautiful time saver! If Ireland gets too cold, hop on a jet and come to South Carolina. Not too bad here! Hugs, Linda.

Gretha said...

Gorgeous Mina, everything is correct, the colors and the vintage look as well.
Hugs Gretha

Sherri said...

Beautiful card, Mina! Even your "quick" cards are gorgeous! Happy coloring & stay warm! We had our first snow yesterday & with temps forecast to go below zero this week, it looks like it will be staying around for awhile.

vickisunshine said...

4 and a half minutes, would've taken me longer to tie that lush ribbon! Lovely vintage looking card.
Hugs
Vicki x

Kat said...

Love your quickie card Mina. Looks fantastic. Love the rich colours.

Really cold here in Aberdeenshire and we've had our first snow today. Aren't we lucky? Not!

Enjoy your time away.

Kat xx

pinky said...

Absolutely gorgeous and I don't think you could get any quicker than that Mina. We have snow here tonight!!

coops said...

cor blimey mina how can you make a card in 4 minutes and make it look this fantastic :D
love the lush colours and bow and really stunning design :D

xx coops xx

Jacqueline (Sjakkie) said...

Beautiful card Mina, so stylish!
Hugs Jacqueline

Natka said...

Beautifull card in womderfull colours1

Lee said...

Ooooh clever you,it's a really lovely Christmassy card.Blumin Orrible wever here too.Very Windy n Very Wet Lol.Huggles xx

Crafty Loops said...

Now this is my type of card Mina....the faster the better. I looks amazing too. Hope you stay warm tonight. I was the same last night and all day in fact! Ive even got my fussy socks on! They arent helping.....I just look like I have fluffy cold feet!! Lee x

Lorraine said...

Wow, wish I could make gorgeous cards like this so fast! Love the rich colors, papers and lush ribbon! Hope you're able to keep warm and get your craft on while you're away!

June Nelson said...

It may be the fastest card but its still gorgeous, and im singing now cos Ihave michael bubles christmas album and hes singing holly jolly christmas its my favourite track lol, ooh and your bows are to die for too xxxxx

Rufus said...

This is really pretty, nobody would believe you could create it that fast! It would take me that long to find the ribbon. Try to stay warm, or jump on a plane and come to Florida!
R/

Juls said...

fabulous!!! Love the gorgeous vintage feel to this! Hugs Juls

Riet said...

What a wonderful card Mina.

Hugs Riet.xx

Barbara said...

It might be quick, but it is so elegant! I love the idea of using the beautiful tags and stickers I have, but I tend to over-embellish and take away from the gorgeous details. You have once again inspired me! Hugs!

D K Crafts said...

Hi Mina. This is such a great card. Lovely rich colours and papers. Donna

Sharon Field / Inky A*Muse-ment said...

Absolutely gorgeous Mina, love the colors!

Grenouille Greetings said...

Brilliant fast make, Mina. You would never know it to look at it! Well done you! Hugs, Lesley

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