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Sunday, December 28, 2014

It's a Bittersweet Day


Today I have good news and I have not-so-good news...

First, the not-so-good. For the past 4 years, the 28th of every month has had significance, since it is the day of the month that the Calendar Girls Blog Group had a little challenge. These women have embraced my dream to have a blog group and they've motivated me to step out of my comfort zone more than once. I admire their creativity; I value their opinions, and I treasure their friendships. But, alas, the Calendar Girls Blog Group will no longer exist in 2015. And since December is our "free" month, there really isn't a Calendar Girls challenge today either. But I want to thank the "girls" for four years of fun! Thank you, April, Barb, Carol, Deb, Kelly, Linda, Paola, Tami, and Terry!

Now, for the good news...

There's a new One Stitch at a Time Challenge today!

http://onestitchatatimechallenge.blogspot.com/





Challenge #227
Theme: Anything Goes with Stitching
Sponsor: StitchyBear Digi Outlet


This is the PRIZE that a lucky participant will win:




Here's my card:



I had so much fun STITCHING on my card! I actually sewed the buttons on the card - no glue used! And then I stitched a cute little snowflake on the bottom right corner of the card. I used a scrap of the DP as a pattern for poking the holes and then stitched the snowflake into the design with crochet thread.


Here is the inside of my card:






 I hope you'll participate in the OSAAT Anything Goes with Stitching Challenge!

I'm entering my card in the following challenges:

Crafty Sentiments - Anything Goes
Hambo Hoedown - Winter
Inky Impression - Winter Wonderland
QKR Stampede - Lots of Layers
Sweet 7 - Winter

Thanks for stopping by my blog today!


Image: StitchyBear Digital Outlet Beary Happy Winter Bear
Ink: Copic Markers
Cardstock: Recollections Black and Stampin' UP! Sky Blue
Designer Paper: A Muse Studio Check and Recollections Mom's Diner Salt
Embellishments: Foof-a-La Buttons and Offray Crochet Thread
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14 comments:

  1. MimiDecember 28, 2014 at 6:56 AM

    Awesome Jeanette and I just love all the stitching especially that gorgeous snowflake. What a great idea to use some of your DP to create the pattern for it :) :) :) Big hugs hunny and so sorry to hear about Calendar Girls but we love you too :) :) :) Jane xxxxx

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  2. An Occasional GeniusDecember 28, 2014 at 7:27 AM

    Woohoo, clever you stitching on your card, I try not to stitch anywhere if I can help it...not my forte!

    Gorgeous card, love the colours. Hope you are enjoying the Festive Season xx

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  3. CraftyGirlDecember 28, 2014 at 9:24 AM

    Such a sweet bear and I love how you finish up the inside. I hardly ever do that but with i would. :)

    TTFN,

    CraftyGirl
    Your Sister OSAAT DT
    craftygirlcardsandcrafts.blogspot.com

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  4. BarbDecember 28, 2014 at 1:38 PM

    What a sweet and bittersweet post! Love the card too!

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  5. Anne LiseDecember 28, 2014 at 4:00 PM

    So cute card :)

    Anne Lise, OSAAT

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  6. Anne LiseDecember 28, 2014 at 4:00 PM

    So cute card :)

    Anne Lise, OSAAT

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  7. Shelly SchmidtDecember 28, 2014 at 9:26 PM

    Loving this card- great image- and love the stitching! Too sad the Calendar girls are disbanding- I always loved hoping around and seeing the different posts.

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  8. kiwimeskreationsDecember 28, 2014 at 9:55 PM

    What a fabulous card Jeanette - love the image and the way you have met the challenge to stitch on our card! Sorry to hear your group is closing, but I am sure the friendships will last!
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  9. DarleneDecember 29, 2014 at 3:38 PM

    No More Calendar Girls???? WAAAAH! :(

    What a cute card, love those colors, especially the pretty yellow. Sewing the snowflake is very clever!

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  10. Brenda's Card CornerDecember 29, 2014 at 4:43 PM

    Fantastic card! Thanks for joining us this week at QKR Stampede!

    Brenda DT

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  11. JeannieDecember 29, 2014 at 5:45 PM

    What a darling little bear! I love the stitching and how you've finished the inside too. Thanks so much for joining our Winter Challenge at the Hambo Hoedown.

    Jeannie T.

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  12. MargaretDecember 29, 2014 at 7:59 PM

    Awwww. . . little bear is so cute. He has a cute little smile. Lovely coloring and design. So sorry to hear about the breakup of your calendar group. Always sad when a fun event ends. Maybe another one down the road for you.

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  13. chrissy xxDecember 31, 2014 at 12:54 PM

    What a cutie this bear is..LOving your colours and such a pretty stitched Snowflake such lovely idea..Thank you sooo much for sharing with us this week at QKR Stampede.
    Chrissyxx
    So sorry but this weeks Challenge is Santa or Snowmen. xx

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  14. karalschuknechtJanuary 1, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    Wonderful card, beautifully done. But our challenge this week is our Snowman or Santa Challenge at QKR Stampede, but please add another you have one.
    Karal DT

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