Thursday, November 15, 2012

Pear and Partridge card kit day 3!

Hello, friends!




I am back with the third card design from the Pear and Partridge card making kit. Also, like the past three days I have also included my version. These particular stamps that are used for this card are some of my favorites from the set. I just really love the branch. It is something I can use later on. For example I think it is would be adorable with a star hanging from the branch!

First, the version from the kit:


Now my version using the Artiste cartridge.
For my version I did not stamp the ornaments I cut them out with my circut. Also I added the gems to the ornaments. I think this definitely makes them cuter!


CCR file: https://www.box.com/s/luvgqxglm8dshydre6bf
Gypsy file: https://www.box.com/s/uax7lqftlj8qfqwsuhth

Here are some additional photos and information on the kit.


This is what is included in the kit.


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November Specials
This month's stamp of the month coordinates with the Artiste cartridge and is perfect for those of you who like to make your own mini calendars. Also it has a GREAT journing box for layouts!
Get the Stamp of the Month set for just $5 (S1211A) when you place an order of $50 or more in products!  
 
To show support of Red Cross relief efforts for those areas of the US severely affected by Hurricane Sandy, Close To My Heart will donate $1 for every Stamp of the Month set sold as a part of our November promotion. Just one more reason to "Capture The Date, Capture the Savings" this month!

Also, in November, you’ll get something extra when you buy the Stamp of the Month—50% off another stamp set! When you qualify for and buy the November Stamp of the Month set, Capture the Date, you’ll receive another stamp set* of your choice for 50% off—it’s like two promotions in one! The versatile Capture the Date stamp set is great for any layout, card, invitation, or calendar, and now you can choose another stamp set at half-off for more wonderful papercrafting. Get Capture the Date and then capture the savings today!
* Offer valid for A-E and M size stamp sets only; K-size, Workshops on the Go®, Cricut® collection, and Stamp of the Month stamp sets are not eligible for this promotion. Maximum of one 50% off stamp set per order.
Dates: Offer valid November 1–30, 2012
If there has been a stamp set that you have had your eye on, but have not taken the plunge yet...this is your promo! 
Now don't forget that you can still buy the fabulous Artiste and Art Philosophy cartridges, so if you have not taken the plunge yet, come on in the water is great!


To order click here ==> Melanie's Close To My Heart website
Have a TERRIFIC Thursday!



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72 comments:

Joan Smith said...

No way 1st one again :>)
Your card is so beautiful gosh Melanie your version of this card is breathtaking! Glad you are having so much creative fun! you deserve it!

Caroline said...

Gorgeous card the layout and design is beautiful. Caroline xxx

LST in Colorado said...

Great cards Melanie, but once again I love your version better. If you have the cart to cut the ornaments I think go for it and you can easily pop one or ll of them up!! What do you have in store for us tomorrow?

snappy scrappy said...

Great way to change it up! Lee-Ann :)

Unknown said...

i just picked up my Artiste cartridge from my rep yesterday and was thoroughly amazed at how much was included! i love it and am so excited to be using it. i love your cards. Thanks for sharing

Paula Mackey said...

Love your version of these cards. Way to think outside the box(or kit). Keep up the good work.

Anonymous said...

Debbie Gasko
Great cards,love your version.
debbieanng at yahoo dot com

Lin M. said...

Great cards today - I like the embellishments you added to yours. Would love to win the mini so I can cut some of these great designs too. ;) Thanks for a chance to win!

La Chula Fashions said...

Love your card....so cute tfs ;)
And for the chance to win a mini too !!
Kat
Zoezerkat@cox.net

Cathie in UT said...

more pretty cards! Thanks for the chance to win

Momof4inArlington said...

Both cards are wonderful, but I prefer yours! I love the branch stamp...so many possibilities!

Anonymous said...

I love the decorated ornaments! Too cute!

Ashley

Sunshine HoneyBee said...

Like how you added dimension using the Artiste Cricut cartridge & gem embellishing.
Melissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"

tndj said...

Love your card. colors etc. are beautiful. But I would put Merry Christmas there instead. TFS

ScrappyK523 said...

Oh I love that little branch and the way you emblished the ornaments!! Love your card! ~Kathy

Unknown said...

Absolutely love your card. I think there is such a simple elegance using ornaments on cards and the embellishments are the icing on the cake. Great job and once again...thanks for your inspiration. I'm already dreaming of ways to use the mini if i get lucky enough to win.

Andi said...

The embellishments always kick it up a notch! GREAT job!

Linda T said...

The cards are simple and elegant. Thanks for sharing.

Judy Menke said...

Really like this stamp set and you show us such wonderful versions. Thank you sor sharing.

Sue D said...

I like the dimension of the ornaments in your version.
slrdowney at hotmail dot com

Anonymous said...

I love the branch too. Can think of lots of ways to use it.

Vanessa said...

Very pretty card! Adding the cut ornaments was a nice touch. TFS!

Colleen said...

Both are great cards, but yours really pops!! Thanks for sharing it.

Debbie said...

Love the card! Yet just another great design from you. Thanks!!!

Arlene B. said...

Love all the idea's you post. Good work! :)

bridget22868 said...

As always your versions of the cards are nicer I think. Thanks for sharing your creativity!

Sue said...

Would love to win. Thank you.

Barbara A. said...

Love the idea of the ornaments hanging from the branch...so pretty I must say! Thank you for sharing your wonderful talents with us all!

Joann said...

Absolutely love how you just used the color red for the ornaments, it truly made the whole sentiment pop! Also the dimensions on the ornaments!

Karen Sue said...

I love both cards, the branch and ornaments would be my favorite too. thanks for sharing.

Donna said...

I love the ornament branch card.

TeresaK said...

I love that you cut out the ornaments and embellished them with beads! Too cute!
Teresa
www.createenjoyshare.blogspot.com

Crystal said...

I love both cards but the cuts & the bling reallyspice them up. Thanks for offering another great giveaway!

Debbie C. said...

Great ideas, as usual.

Debbie (from Sugar Land) said...

I love the way you've been taking a great idea and improving on it! Thank you for sharing with us.

Anelsie Ramos said...

Love your version of the card! And the stamp set is adorable!!! Thanks for the inspiration and for the chance to win!

Unknown said...

Love it!! Simple but elegant!!! Nice Job!!!

DFW said...

Melanie,
I definitely like your version best.
the bling puts it over the top! Thanks for sharing.

Unknown said...

Fabulous job!! I'm thinking I really want to add the Artiste Cartridge to the top of my Christmas list!

littlen said...

simple and beautiful - a great combination. tfs.

Amy Gehring said...

I love the bling - makes the card shine even more! Thanks again for sharing your version of these cards. I loved them all!

Brenda Moore said...

Your ornaments are cuter!

Crhiga said...

Both versions are totally awesome!!
TFS!!

Carol

Tina Campbell said...

I got this kit so I really enjoying seeing what your doing with it. Thanks for the inspiration!

sewnsew1943 said...

Your version of the ornaments are wonderful. Both versions are great, I appreciate you showing us options for a different look.
Thank you for the chance to win a super prize!

teachermom5 said...

I love the little extras you added to the ornaments, just the right touch as usual. Thank you.

Cheryl said...

Melanie you did it again, you version look way better! Now I just may have to redo my cards. I want you to do the bonus project ornaments! The mini would make me a great b-day present! Thanks for sharing your wonderful ideas!

Carol W. said...

Beautiful card, love your version! Thank you for sharing

flscraplady said...

Your cards are beautiful!

flscraplady said...

I really love the bow! It is great!

tianna said...

absolutely lovely!!

Tianna

Gabyb said...

What an elegant card. I love it. Thanks for the idea!

carolyn's creations said...

They are both nice, but once again, I like yours better. It just proves how talented you are!!!

JustJules said...

Lovely cards. Beautiful!

Julie

Anne said...

Another beautiful card Melanie, I just love that branch. I also love the way you used the cricut for the ornaments.

Anne
anmatt1@aol.com

Venus and Luanne @ Sisters Craft Cafe said...

Another gorgeous card. Love the colors, stamped images, and distressed edges.

Luanne

Patty said...

Very simple but elegant cards!! And I'm honestly not trying to win you over...but I like your version better!!

Anonymous said...

Rose said...
Your BOWS bring your eyes right too the center of your card,it's a eye catcher-WOW...Double BOW! And the gems on your ornaments Adds that Extra Bling(all of your cards have that extra touch)Bling! TFS Great Giveaway!!!
Rosebud222222222@aol.com

Craftyhomemade said...

Beautiful card.

Indira

AJoy said...

Every time I see the title, Pear and Partridge, I think shouldn't it be Partridge and Pear. Why? Because of the song, 25 Days of Christmas! "...Partridge in a Pear tree!..." LOL!

Thanks for the chance to win!

April
nginerd at gmail dot com

coolnana72 said...

I just love how you have made these cards "your own". They are all fabulous.

scrappin2babygirls said...

this card is adorable love it so pretty tfs
-jamie
babyblueangel_30@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

Love the card. Ornaments are one of my favorites for Christmas cards.
Thanks again for the inspiration.

Mary O'Neal
redpupper@aol.com

Jessica said...

Elegant and beautiful. Thanks for share this beautiful card for us. Happy day!

www.withloveandscrap.blogspot.com

Amy said...

This card is beautiful!

Yolanda said...

I am so in aww with your cards. You are so creative and everything comes out looking great!

maribella said...

Simply elegant! Love the little "bling" you added to the ornaments! Makes a huge difference! Thanks for sharing and the chance to win!

Kailee B said...

oooh. I like your version of this card. Also, thanks for the chance to win the cricut!

the life and times said...

If only I had 1% of your creativity. Thank you for sharing. I love following your blog.

Cheryl said...

I love the new version!

cghundley said...

Thanks for the chance to win!
Carla from Utah

Loly Borda said...

I like your improved version. TFS and for the chance to win.

 
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