Hoppin' Into the Holidays!

Welcome to the December Holiday Hop, brought to you by a talented group of Stampin' Up! demonstrators showcasing all the wonderful products Stampin' Up! has to offer!  If you've arrived from Regina Mangum's blog, The Stampin' Bean, I'm stop number 11 on the Holiday Hop! 

You can work your way through the Holiday Hop in any order you wish by simply clicking on any of the links listed below in Hop Line-Up!  Or, you can stick with me and I'll direct you to the next stop on the hop at the end of my post!  We have so many wonderful holiday creations to share with you today!  Feel free to leave comments along the way!

             HOLIDAY HOP LINE-UP

1.  Kris Kilcoyne (Kween Bee Kreations)            
2.  Carla Bazhenow (Carla's Scraps)
3.  Linda Callahan (Stampin' Seasons)
4.  Melanie Collins (Oops a Daisy)
5.  Mary Fish (Stampin' Pretty)
6.  Tricia Gillam (Soul Stamper)
7.  Jill Gregory (Stamping Heart)
8.  Kim Lampone
     (Stamp, Scrap, Get Kreative) 
9.  Kalshelia Lloyd (Stampin' Fabulousity)
10.  Regina Mangum (The Stampin' Bean)
11.  Margaret Moody (Margaret Moody)
12.  Debbie Pierce (Stampin' Sunshine)
13.  Ann Schach (The Stampin' Schach)
14.  Gina Shaw (Cards by Gina)
15.  Lourdes Torres (Cozy Crafty Corner)

I've used three of my favorite stamp sets to create this bright and cheerful holiday  set using a non-traditional color combo of Real Red, Kiwi Kiss, and Pink Passion.  I created my own snowflake print designer paper using card stock and the snowflake images from the Best Wishes & More and Christmas Punch sets to create my Christmas card, gift card holder, and treat box.  Snowflake embellishments were stamped in all three colors, snipped out, then enhanced with adhesive rhinestones to add a little holiday bling. Coordinating ribbons are tied on both the Christmas card and gift card holder, adding the perfect balance of color and a stylish finishing touch!  

Need a closer look?  Click on any of the photos for an enlarged view.  To view a photo of the inside of the gift card holder, visit my gallery on the left side bar for a peek inside!

Thanks for "hopping by" today!  I hope you've been inspired by my creations and will visit again!  Hop along to Debbie Pierce's blog, Stampin' Sunshine, stop number 12 on the Holiday Hop where Debbie has more inspiring ideas waiting for you!

All supplies used are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:

Stamps:  Best Wishes & More, Christmas Punch (Level 2 Hostess set), All Holidays
Paper:  Real Red, Kiwi Kiss, Pink Passion, Whisper White card stock; Kiwi Kiss Patterns Designer Series Paper
Ink:  Real Red, Kiwi Kiss, Pink Passion
Tools:  1-3/4" Circle punch, 1-3/8" Circle punch, Scalloped Edge punch, Paper Snips
Extras:  Ribbon (my ribbon collection), adhesive rhinestones (my embellishment stash), Stampin' Dimensionals, Sticky Strip

Comments

[Linda Callahan]

Your color combos are always so unique and striking - these are beautiful - just love the surprise of the non-tradional colors. Now could you come and help me pick out paint for my living room???

[Ann Schach]

Beautiful colors! You work is always amazing!

[Debbie Pierce]

Wow, these are amazing. I love the colors, and I love the projects. They are going on my "to do" list!! :)

[Melanie Collins]

I love those color combos and all of the snowflakes!!

[Kalshelia]

Just love these colors!!! So non traditional. I have to try them on something.

Great job, as usual!!!

[Kim]

I could pick your cards out of a lineup Margaret. Always so vibrant and striking. Always amazing!!

[Gina Shaw]

I absolutely adore your color combos! You always amaze me--what a treat to see what you do all the time. Love, love, love these projects! You are an incredible artist! I can't imagine what your home looks like!

[Mary C. Anderson]

The colors that you chose are stunning together.Your cards and box are beautiful.

Mary

[Melissa Young]

I am especially blown away by the colors! Those are just awesome! You certainly have a sharp eye for color!

[Kris Kilcoyne]

That is my favorite snowflake stamp.

I agree with Kim - I could pick your cards out of a line up.

I am IN LOVE with the color combos you use and your clean style of stamping. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!

[Gena Justice]

These colors are so hip and cool! What a great idea to choose them instead of traditional red and green!

[Regina Mangum]

I love love love these bright colors! Another wonderful hop project, Margaret! XO

[Mary Fish]

Stunning collection. The colors are fantastic and original. Wow! Hugs, M

[Nancy Easler]

Margaret, I love your creations and the colors you used. Thanks for sharing!

[Lourdes]

I love the colors you used, your cards look original and special.

[Carla Bazhenow]

Oh I so love those Margaret. Your projects are beautiful. Hugs,

[Patti MacLeith]

Striking colors and images, Margaret! I'm in love!

[PJ]

I too, love your color combos...you're a color genius!

[Linda Henry]

Love the colors and the projects, it made my eyes go "WOW"

[Jill Gregory]

I always love your projects, Margaret. Eye-appealing colors that are out of this world! A hit!

[denise young]

wow! I love your color choice. The pink works so nice with the red and green.

[chat]

what a beautiful ensemble,and wonderfully laid out. thank you for sharing your beautiful artwork.
chat

thank you for visiting my blog.
hugs

[Lisa Salkeld]

Great color scheme going on here! Really makes each of the colors stand out. Nice!

[Jill Cornell]

I love the colors. The snowflakes are just too cute! Your cards are always so pretty.

[Katou]

I love so much the combo colors you used.It looks like sweets.