12.15.2010

Full of Wonder and delight!

Hey there!  I hope you are staying warm or cool in your part of the woods.  We are freezing here in VA with temps in the 20's.  We had a light snow dusting Sunday evening which was pretty and awoke to it covering the ground but it melted by 11 AM on Monday.  A nice snow for me.  :-)
I have my Crafty Creations card for today.  This week was an inspirational photo found here.  I started using pink as the main color but somehow the green took over.  I used a darker pink to make it pop. 
I used OCC's sketch for this week which you can find here.   I combined it with a few more challenges from the Crazy Challenge #45  which was to use 3 pattern papers, Lexi's Creations is glitter and pearls, and Crafty Your Days Away is use your punches.

I participated in Georgie's Secret Santa Swap and this year she did the coolest thing!  She asked us to blog what we sent our partners and they have to visit every one's blog to find out whom their Secret Santa is.  Below are my pictures from the swap.
My  recipient loves Victoria Secret and rarely buys anything for herself there.  I opted to make this the main gift for her and included a gift card so she could go pick out something she likes. 
 I also included some lotions with yummy scents like gumdrop and lollipop.  These are thick body creams.  The "Bling In the Holidays" is a cozy to keep that drink warm (or cool) for the season.
I shared this Victorian themed card I made a while back on my blog.  Inside holds a Victoria Secret's discount card  which she can use with her gift card.  I sent her some candy which you can't see but it's wrapped up , chocolate mint candy canes, and a candy cane pen.  I hope she likes!  It was fun getting it together for her.  Wishing  a blessed holiday season to my Secret Santa partner!  

Finally I have my advent matchboxes to share.  I think I left off at 12 so
#13 comes from Angela with this Victorian inspired box.  Love the stick pin number and the pearl for the handle.

 My daughter loves this snowflake bracelet she made.   I do too because red is my favorite color and silver is my jewelry preference.  Much appreciation Angela!
#14 is by Angela
 another Victorian inspired box with an adorable "Noel" bottle cap magnet inside.  Isn't the tiny candy cane sweet?  Thank you!
#15 is a Saint Nick themed box with Dresden accents by Bonnie  Ohhh! 
 Inside she placed a small square felt ornament she hand stitched.  Lovely Bonnie!

Don't forget about my "give away" which you can find here.  Just leave a comment and I will draw a name after Christmas.  Thanks for stopping by!

20 comments:

mfc.melissamade2

Oh Amy - I love this card...great sparkle and the colors are phenomenal!!! Beautiful card!!
Hugs
M

Unknown

LOVELY gifts!!!! Your SSS partner will love them!

Laurel

Beautiful projects!

Davi

I love the pink and green card!! Lovely gifts for your SS and Im sure she will love them. :)

Davi

Amy had a crazy week. I have alittle something for you at my blog. You will have to scroll down a bit. :)

yyam

Love the sweet colors on your card! And how lovely are those matchboxes!

~amy~

Love your colorful & fun card!!! Fun swap...

Stella

I love those bright shades of pink and green and your glittered tree is fabulous! And these advent matchboxes are stunning!

farmhouse-story

a blog hop to find out who your secret santa is--how fun and creative-love your sweet card, santa gifts, and match boxes, amy:)

Ros

What a lovely gift and card you have put together ... I'm sure your partner will adore your thoughtfulness ... Love those matchboxes ... what a wonderful idea to have those matchbox swaps ... Wish we had them in the UK

cnelson

Absolutely FANTABULOUS creations!!!

Mona Pendleton

What beautiful gifts!

Gwen's Busy Little Hands

Wow, you've had a creative streak with all those wonderful gifts. Love the pinks and greens on your card too.

Speaking of cards...you have one being featured at A Crafty Little Place on today's post. Stop over and give it a peek.

Smiles!
Gwen DTC@ACLP

4 Lettre Words

I received my SSS package and just wanted to say THANK YOU!! It's absolutely perfect.

Sure hope you have a very Merry Christmas!

Sherry Wright

Such a bright and fun card, love it Amy!

WeirdCat

Very pretty yet simple card, thank you for joining us at The Crazy Challenge this week
Ruth x

whoistracy

What a fun idea- believe it or not I've NEVER participated in a secret Santa before. Your partner will LOVE these goodies and how they're wrapped. So pretty!

Linda

Just stopping in to take a peek at your matchboxes! You've gotten some great ones! Thanks for sharing! Your cards are all lovely too!

Amanda

This is a great card. Thanks for joining in with our “Punch it Out” challenge at Craft Your Days Away

Happy New Year!

Crafty Creations by AJ
Amanda

Cards By MI

such lovely creation. Much inspiration over here. Thanks for joining my journey.
XMarie

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