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Joy of Giving, IC1043

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Poster: Kalla Walla

Stacy is our hostess and has a wonderful site for this week's Inspiration Challenge. I was inspired by this picture of Modern Japanese Tableware. Boy, did I struggle with this one! I didn't give myself enough time and then nothing seemed to please me. I changed my direction way too many times and finally scrapped what I was doing and went with the Penny Black die. Still not totally pleased with this one, but for now it will do.

Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 GMT
Views: 1039
Favorited: 2

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Keywords: IC1043 Christmas

Stamps: Penny Black

Paper: Paper Studio Winterland Cabin

Paper Size: A2

Ink: Versa Fine Black, Hero Arts Unicorn & Momento London Fog

Accessories: Penny Black Joy of Giving, ef, pearls, Glossy Accents, Stickles, MFT Stitched Rectangles

Difficulty (1-Easy 5-Advanced): 1

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Fri, Nov 28, 2025 @ 7:39 PM

I can relate, I’ve had moments like that too. What you’ve created here is wonderful, and the red plaid really makes it pop.

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Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ 2:20 AM

The red plaid background brings such a lively energy to the design, and it beautifully frames the sentiment. The layered textures and subtle accents create a festive warmth that feels both inviting and joyful, making the card stand out with a strong seasonal impact.

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Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ 4:21 AM

Lovely Christmas card, love the pretty wrapped gift!!

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Registered: July 9, 2008
Location: Stars Fell on Alabama
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Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ 5:36 AM

I think your card is so pretty and I love the plaid package and the added foliage.

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Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ 6:27 AM

So very pretty Amy!

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janemom

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Registered: March 12, 2011
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Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ 11:09 AM

The black, red and white combination works so well together. Wonderful card! I am glad you persisted in spite of the struggles.

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Registered: July 22, 2007
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Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ 2:19 PM

Very stylish card - lovely colours together

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suen

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Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ 2:22 PM

Very pretty card, Amy! I love your take on those pretty dishes! The present really pops on the white, which is framed with the black scroll design!

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Registered: November 3, 2005
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Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ 2:22 PM

I think this is pretty, and I think you should be pleased. I really like this.
But, I do know exactly what you mean - been there, done that! But this one is pretty and I like it.

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Registered: June 4, 2009
Location: Deatsville, Alabama
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Sat, Nov 29, 2025 @ 7:02 PM

I came out lovely, Amy. Super pretty package on your card.

I didn't like anything I created this week other than those tiny pinecones on the card I posted today so I totally sympathize with you. I threw several things away - something I rarely do. Your card came out pretty though. Hugz

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Registered: May 25, 2006
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Sun, Nov 30, 2025 @ 12:42 PM

I think this looks so pretty, and it gives me ideas for wrapping gifts with the springs tucked in.

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Dockside

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Registered: January 20, 2010
Location: Brampton, Ontario
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Sun, Nov 30, 2025 @ 12:51 PM

I like this little plaid gift a lot and will be casing it for sure. I still need to make cards and this looks like something I could do, ha, ha! I really like where your inspiration tableware took you. Great card!

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