Hello my Crafty Friends!
Can you believe this weather? In our area, it is going to be 78 degrees, warmer than usual. But next week it will go down to the teens at night. Don’t know whether to wear crop pants or sweats! How the weather in your area?
This is Louie’s tree. The fall colors are beautiful this year. The tree was planted in memory of my son, who died 30 years ago. There’s also a statue of a little boy reading a book, which he loved to do.
This nativity card, using the Shepherd’s Care Stamp Set, brings such a peaceful feeling with its classic shepherd scene and that beautiful “Peace on Earth” sentiment. I love how the Star of Bethlehem shines brightly in the upper right corner while the shepherd watches over his flock, and you can see the little town of Bethlehem nestled in the hills below. The soft blue matting really makes the whole scene feel serene and timeless.
Card Measurements:
- Base Card: Basic White Thick Cardstock (8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″)
- Layer #1: Night of Navy Cardstock (5 1/4″ x 4″)
- Layer #2: Basic White Cardstock (5 1/8″ x 3 7/8″)
- Scrap for Sentiment: Basic White Cardstock (2 1/4″ x 1/2″)
- Inside Layer #1: Basic White Cardstock (5 1/4″ x 4″)
Card Instructions:
- Fold the base card in half using a Bone Folder for a sharper crease.
- Attach Layer #1 to the base card.
- Take Layer #2 (horizontal) and score lines onto the cardstock using the Scoring Tool at every 1/2″ interval. Turn Layer #2 vertically and score at every 1/2″ interval again.
- Using the Night of Navy Classic Ink Pad, stamp the main image, then add the star on the upper right side. Stamp the village several times on the lower right side and stamp the scatter image randomly across the top of the card (see finished card for placement reference).
- Inside of card: On Layer #1, stamp the greeting in the center of the page and add the small village image in the lower right corner.
- Envelope Flap: Stamp the small village image in the center of the envelope flap.
Thank you for visiting my blog! I hope today’s card design inspires your own Stampin’ Up! projects. Don’t forget to check out my Card Gallery for more ideas using your favorite Stampin’ Up! products. Your support means the world to me. If you need supplies or have any questions, I’m here to help as your Stampin’ Up! demonstrator—just give me a call or send me an email.
Happy stamping, and let’s keep crafting together!
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