Yup, my First card for the year and it is a Christmas Card! You thought it was over didn't ya? Oh well, nothing like getting started right now for next year.
Crafty Hazelnuts Christmas Challenge-Vintage/Anything Goes
CHNC2-Anything Goes as long as it is Christmas
Dream Valley Challenge- Christmas
Glitter N' Sparkle-Anything Goes
I enjoyed making this card to get me back into the swing of things. I used my Pencils on the Furbaby, the cuddlebug, ribbon, fussy cut out holly and crystals. Traditional red and green and why not. Let's see what the year will bring. I am looking forward to making tons of cards, talking about film, the A to Z in April, moving my ass since chocolate called my name all Christmas long and having a great year. Have a great year filled with blessings, health and joy.
I might wish someone a decrepit New Year if I hated them. I could draw it in goat's blood on the side of their car. Well, with that said, Happy New Year! May your 2016 be considerably less crappy than everyone else's.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I love the card. The cat is so well done. My (drawn) cats always look like something a 6 year old colored for his mom in kindergarten.
OK I could never draw like you which makes me laugh out loud every time. Glad you like my card
DeleteI love the card too. Trust ABFTS to come up with that idea - why goat's blood I wonder?
ReplyDeleteI do wish you a very Happy and Healthy New Year Birgit and I won't paint it on your car either.
I thought this link might interest you. It's full of scallop recipes http://www.foodandwine.com/slideshows/scallops?xid=NL_DISH010316ScallopRecipes
DeleteI am going to check out the link for sure. ABFTS have unique minds which is what I love:)
DeleteVery cute card.
ReplyDeleteAny thoughts as to your theme for the Challenge?
Thank you and yes-similar but different this year:)
DeleteHi, dear Birgit! Happy New Year! (It's already whizzing by and will soon be over! :)
ReplyDeleteI don't know of anyone who had a fantastic 2015. Every year manages to be a mixed bag and no happy occasion goes unpunished. :)
I am loving your kitty kard with its eye pleasing color combo. That delightful greeting card put me in the holiday spirit, so let me be the first to wish you a very Merry Christmas 2016! :)
I wish you a great year and a wonderful week ahead, dear friend BB!
In the words of one great film.."Christmas is not just a day but a state of mind". Glad you like my card and have a great week
DeleteA prrrrrrrretty card. Let the 2016 puns begin! People must be telling us something. The Husband and I only got one box of chocolates and it's almost gone. So I'm thinking we ought to have French Toast for dinner. Let the 2016 nonsequiturs begin as well!
ReplyDeleteWe got tons of chocolate which I have eaten more than my share. Love the puns-keep'em coming
DeleteGreat card. And it's good to start your Christmas stuff now. Then it'll all be ready this coming December.
ReplyDeleteYou are so right. I fell down last year
DeleteSo cute with the card :) I bet it is one of those things; you always have to keep on top of getting cards done if you want them ready for the holidays or birthdays :) I hear sign ups for A/Z are January 25th. Got pretty much all the letters figured out, just have to collect what else is needed :)
ReplyDeleteHope it is a very happy (and not decrepit new year!)
betty
I always strive for happy-better anyway for the mind and soul. Yes, start now and that way you are ahead of the game
DeleteYour cards are so pretty. Have a Very Happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteThank you! Same to you
Deletelol there may be one or two I'd wish a decrepit new year. Can't go wrong with a cat indeed.
ReplyDeleteCats are always fun, whether they are in winter or in the sun
DeleteYou are ahead of me this year Birgit...my first card is still spread out on my desk waiting for me to stick it all together...loving your kitten card ....so sweet! Xxxx
ReplyDeleteI have a feeling you will surpass me:) Glad you like my card
DeleteHappy New Year! Love the card. However, I can't decide if you're early or late, lol.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year! I am both-late and early-let's keep one guessing:)
DeleteLove the card. Love that you're already A to Z planning!
ReplyDeleteThank you:)
DeleteHappy new year, Birgit!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year to you too
DeleteThat is just too cute! Love it.
ReplyDeleteI'm afraid I'm still wearing my chocolate. Haven't exercised in weeks.
My butt seems to be expanding...as I have another piece of chocolate
DeleteThe best time to get a head start on next Christmas is right after Christmas. :)
ReplyDeleteThat kitty on the card is super cute.
Glad you like little Maurice
DeleteThat is so adorable!!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas extra early. Smiles.
Happy new year, Birgit! And lovely card :)
ReplyDeleteThank you and Happy New Year
DeleteHappy new year Birgit! What a lovely card, cats make everything cuter :D
ReplyDeleteThey do don't they-animals are special
DeleteI love the matching green eyes and holly leaves. I've never seen a cat with green eyes before it looks very unique, almost supernatural.
ReplyDeleteI've had cats with green eyes. They're very pretty.
DeleteWe have a green-eyed cat also and they are really neat
DeleteHope you're having an excellent Tuesday.
ReplyDeleteAnd regarding your comment at my place: I'm sure dolphin eyes can't compare with yours;)
OMG-thank you so much:) Very sweet
DeleteSeems like so many folks had a tough 2015 that it's been pretty easy wishing folks a happy 2016. We always want life to improve!
ReplyDeleteBTW, the card looks great:)
Thank you and glad you like it.
DeleteI know! 2015 was the bummer of a year for me. SO glad it's over. I hope 2016 will be better. Has to be. And you're off to a great start with this cutie. Thank you for your friendship, your words of encouragement and all the virtual hugs. HAPPY NEW YEAR, friend! May all your dreams and desires come true in 2016.
ReplyDeletex Asha
Thank you so very much! Yes you had a bummer year but now you have Charlie and his film exploits to cheer up 2016 never mind the other 2 fur nuts:) They are just the blessings to our lives aren't they:)
DeleteAww, you can't go wrong with a Christmas Kitty. Love the card!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year, Birgit.
Thank you and Happy New Year to you also
DeleteAwe...I love the vintage look and the furry kitty.
ReplyDeleteHope you have a great New Year. Chocolate called out to me too - way too much from November to the very end of the year, and I answered the call valiantly.
Happy new year!
ReplyDeleteAll the best in creativity.
J
Thank you:)
DeleteI really do not do the New Year's Resolution or year reflection thing, and I prefer to focus on day to day adventures. I feel every day can be a new beginning, and this living in the moment has helped me to stop obsessing about the past. I used to do that a lot, and I am still trying to break this habit.
ReplyDeleteThe past is what was, best to try to leave it where it is and focus on something beautiful-The future always hold the journey
DeleteJust think, NEXT Christmas you'll already have a card.
ReplyDeleteHahahaa-very true
DeleteWell if you're going to make lots of cards then you have to start early. Might as well start with Christmas since it's still fresh in your mind. Such a cute card. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteYes and thank you! Have to start early:)
DeleteHappy new year to you, Birgit! Hope 2016 brings you many blessings! Your little kitty card is adorable!!
ReplyDeleteHappy New year! Glad you like the card:)
DeleteNo decrepit new year for you - I hope yours started out with a bang and is only getting better! Such an adorable little kitty card.
ReplyDeleteIt's going to be a good one... nay, a GREAT one for you and I and our furry motley crew! HAPPY NEW YEAR, friend!
ReplyDeletex Asha