Hello, friends! I hope you all had great weekends! I got a lot done this weekend, so it was a very productive one for me!
Today I have a card that I made using the NEW Trim the Tree mini. This cartridge has such elegant and delicate cuts. It is definitely one for those of you who are not into cutesy or whimsical cuts. This cartridge is great for cards, layouts, and even home decor!
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| I used DCWV Fall stack. |
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| I cut the Christmas tree at 4" using DCWV glitter paper. |
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| the stamp set is from Close To My Heart. |
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| The little brown opaque pearls are also from Close To My Heart. |
Totally off subject, but this weekend I have discovered Judith Ripka jewelry on QVC. It looks so beautiful and it is exactly my style. Have any of you ever bought any of her pieces? I am thinking of adding a few pieces to my Christmas list, but want to make sure the stuff is high quality. Her stuff is just so beautiful!!
Have a great week!!
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This is so beautiful....can't wait to get mine...love the lacey look.
ReplyDeleteI ordered the Winter minis Fri. should have them in a few days...
My best friend owns tons of Judith Ripka jewelry and it's definately high quality....she'd own nothing less.....mixes it with her $$$$ jewelry and blends perfectly
Joan Smith
wow this is so pretty card like all what you have done on it
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This tree is so elegant! I ordered my cart. waiting now for it to arrive. You did a beautiful job!
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WOW, this is so elegant!!! I love the colours and the layout. Can't wait to get mine.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card! It's so elegant.
ReplyDeleteI haven't watched much jewelry on QVC since Mike Rowe (now of dirty jobs and Ford spokesman) used to help Joan Rivers sell her line there :D.
Maybe you should order a small "test" piece to see for your self :D.
I love your card! I wish I had this cartridge already because I have an idea to make one that stands up using chipboard. Your cards rock, and always inspire me! Thank you. As for the jewelry, I sorry I can't help you.
ReplyDeleteVery nice card. Caught my eye right away.
ReplyDeleteJudith Ripka jewelry is very good quality. A little pricey but for the quality it's worth it. Another is Southwest jewelry. Very nice and good material for the money.
What a lovely card and cartridge.
ReplyDeletesmiles...Tammy
is this cart open for sales yet? i love this tree and other cuts.
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cen30611@centurytel.net
What a pretty tree! Can't wait to get going on my Christmas cards!
ReplyDeleteLove the Christmas tree card! It is such a pretty tree. Can't wait to get busy on Christmas cards.
ReplyDeleteI am in love with that tree. I have not look at that cart but I am now!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, simple card - I love it!
ReplyDeletevery pretty, love that treee
ReplyDeleteI don't know anything about the jewelry but wanted to say that I love that tree! Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteJanine
You made a beautiful card. Very pretty cut.
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Love that you cut the tree on glitter paper - adds so much to the elegant touch of it!
ReplyDeleteSorry can't help on the jewelry thing.
JeanH
so pretty, that gold tree against the purple background sure gives it that elegant look1
ReplyDeleteBEAUTIFUL!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful beautiful card. I love the lacy images on this cartridge.
ReplyDeletesuper cute cards lately....love the balloon one!!
ReplyDeleteI love this cart...right up my alley. Beautiful card...can't wait to use mine. Should be here TODAY!
ReplyDeleteI just LOVE this card!! Wonderful work, as always.
ReplyDeleteNOW...Ripka rocks!! I have many of her pieces, most of which have been purchased when they were TSVs. Her earrings are great because of the unique closure, like omega backs. Nice weighty jewelry, and I really like the overlay pieces. She really does match the design and workmanship from her high end line (and her store on 5th Ave in NYC is to DIE!) and translate them to her sterling line. Go for it! There is a pendant on the Ripka page that is on 5 easy pays. It's a great piece and something you may want to try as a starter piece to check it out. Not inexpensive but lovely pieces! Can you tell I'm a fan??
all the best-
Sue Brailey
Your card is absolutely beautiful! Love the color choices. Thanks for sharing:)
ReplyDeleteOK I need to get the Trim the Tree mini. Love that tree. Very beautiful card. The colors are great.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card!Looks so classy. TFS
ReplyDeletehugs,jen
jennyscards.blogspot.com
So pretty...love the colours too!!
ReplyDeleteI really like that card; the tree is so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThis card is so pretty! I love the tree cut it is so delicate.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful delicate tree! Just ordered the carts and can't wait for them to arrive! Judith Ripka jewelry is very good quality. My sister in law has TONS of it and speaks very highly of it!
ReplyDeleteShellee
BEAUTIFUL card ~ LOVE the tree! I don't own any Judith Ripka, I just wear a few pieces of my fine jewelery but I think it is VERY good jewelery.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing
Susan
WOW - Beautiful!! You rocked this one girlfriend!
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love your card! The colors are great!
ReplyDeleteMiranda
Melanie, if you like the style of Judith Ripka's jewelry, you won't be disappointed in the quality!! I'm one of many "QVC Queens" & have heard nothing but rave reviews; many of the hosts own her pieces (I believe the ones that she brings to QVC are designed especially for QVC but she has a high-end designer shop in NY...with designer price tags of course ;)!!). Also, QVC has a great return policy so you can comfortably buy 1 piece, get it home, make sure you like it before you get addicted to her jewelry...it's a great way for you to make sure it's right for you. Sorry for the long post, but I hope this info helps!!
ReplyDeleteOh this is just so beautiful! :)
ReplyDeleteI just love swirly designs... this one is great... wish I were working so I could buy more cartridges! Thanks for sharing your creations with us... really helps my creative juices!
ReplyDeleteI'm not gonna lie Melanie... I thought this Cartridge was UGLY! Yes I Said it! :o) But your card looks sooo elegant... very dainty! I'm not gonna get it for me, but I think my Mom might like this cartridge... Thanks for showing me there is beauty in this cartridge... :o)
ReplyDeleteThis is really beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAh, shoot! Now I want that cartridge! That is so beautiful. Thanks for posting.
ReplyDeleteBetsy
agp@vom.com
This looks beautiful! I am still waiting for my cartridge to arrive and I can not wait to use it!
ReplyDeleteLori
http://got2bcrafting.blogspot.com/
tahoe_luvr at yahoo dotcom
Melanie, I like your card. Bought the bundle and have already received them. But I have been looking for the gypsy update. Do you know when it will be out?
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Love this card! It's just my style.I'm a simple girl. And, yes Judith Ripka's jewelery is georgous. My daughter has quite a collection of her sterling rings and bracelets and loves them. Great quality. Keep the cards coming! myrnan2006@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteThat tree is STUNNING!! I love the way the top layer extends over the bottom layer. Great job!!
ReplyDeleteJust love it, very elegant!
ReplyDeletelove the elegance!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty intricate cut!!!
ReplyDeleteCarol
Very pretty card!!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful and dainty tree!
ReplyDeleteLindaLee
OOh, this is so pretty! TFS!
ReplyDeleteYay Melanie, this tree cut is just darling! Love how the card came out.
ReplyDeleteWow, this is a beautiful card!
ReplyDeleteJust a beautiful card!!!!!!!!!!!
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Ann
This is a beautiful card! I really love the look of all of the designs on that cart. I have been waiting by th ewindow for several days now waiting for mine! Thanks for sharing. lindagk23
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and elegant card, Melanie. Love the colors that you used, and the cartridge looks like one I'll "need" to be getting! Thanks for all the fun ideas. BethAnn M.
ReplyDeleteI didn't think I wanted this cart, but now, I'm just going to have to add it to my wishlist. Lacey and intricate, just what I like. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteVery fancy dancy Christmas tree card. It looks so elegant. Oh and the Judith Ripka jewelry, I agree it's beautiful.
ReplyDeleteVery elegant card I love the detail.TFS
ReplyDeleteLuria
riad2004@bellsouth.net
That is a simply beautiful card. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty! I love the elegant cuts on this cartridge! I can't wait to order it!
ReplyDeleteVery Beautiful card! I really like this cart. The images are so lacy and dainty looking!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing!
Beautiful card!! Love it!
ReplyDeleteWow, this is a beautiful card! And you're right about home decor. I bet that Christmas tree would look great cut out in vinyl!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing this!
The colors of this card are beautiful. I love how the green looks against the purple.
ReplyDeleteSorry, I can't help with the jewelry decision. I'll have to take a look online.
The card is really pretty, but why is doesn't it put white behind the bottom left part too? Kinda makes it look lopsided!! Otherwise I think it is a very pretty, elegant looking card and the cartridge has some potential!! Might need it on my wish list after all!!
ReplyDeleteI love that Christmas tree card. So beautiful and elegant. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteMy wish list of cartridges just keeps on growing! I need to hurry up and find a job so I can buy them! lol
ReplyDeleteThis cartridge is pretty. The card is very elegant and understated. Love it!
Your card is beautiful! I didn't think I needed this cart. TFS!!!
ReplyDeleteCarol
aka cyimbugbitten
bugbitten (at) hotmail (dot) com
LOVE!! LOVE!! LOVE THIS ONE!!
ReplyDeleteLove that tree. It is just stunning. Great card Mel.
ReplyDeleteMelanie,
ReplyDeleteYou and your beautiful cards make the Cricut Cartridges sooooo hard to resist!!! :) Now if only they came with a bit of your creativity and talent! ;)
Thank you so much for sharing,
Jennifer
OOOH .ove the cut of the tree, looks great!!
ReplyDeletesuch an elegant card, I love this cartridge...it is on my ever growing 'wish list' thanks for sharing and for a chance to win a cuttlebug. Lori
ReplyDeleteWOW, this is so elegant!!! I love the colours and the layout.
ReplyDeleteRebecca Minor
buzzybeedesigns AT yahoo DOT com
http://buzzybeedesigns.blogspot.com
Beautiful card/tree.
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