Merry Christmas

The stamped image.

Parchment poinsettias! 

A closer look at the embossing.

The detail on the candle.

 

I am loving this beautiful stamp and die set from Heartfelt Creations. I had so much fun making this card and I was able to use some new techniques that I learned at convention.  If you ever have a chance to take classes from Heartfelt instructors do so. They are the best classes you will find. The pretty die framing the stamp and framing the opening in my card.  is also from Heartfelt. I added Stickles to the candle flame so it looks a bit more like it is lit.   

I hope today finds each of you enjoying the love of family and friends. That you stop a moment to reflect upon the greatest gift we can receive which is the gift of Jesus Christ. Have a blessed holiday and a safe New Year. 

I am entering this card at the following challenges:

My Song:Not So Far Apart (Ryan Kelly)

I see the countless Christmas Trees
around the world below
with tiny lights, like heaven's stars
reflecting on the snow.
The sight is so spectacular
please wipe away that tear
Remember that I'm spending Christmas 
with Jesus Christ this year
I hear the many Christmas songs 
that I know you hold so dear
but the sounds of music can't compare 
with the Christmas choir up here
I have no words to tell you
the joy their voices bring
for it's beyond description
to hear those angels sing
I know how much you miss me
I can see the pain in your heart
but I am not so far away
We're really not that far apart
So be happy for me dear ones
You know I hold you dear

Remember that I'm spending Christmas 
with Jesus Christ this year
So dry your tears I ask of you
from my heavenly home above
Instead enjoy my memory, 
and cherish my endless love
Think of all the good times
we spent around this time
For no one can take those memories
they're just yours and mine...
So have a Merry Christmas 
You know I hold you dear
Remember that I'm spending Christmas
with Jesus Christ this year
Yes have a Merry Christmas
You know I hold you dear 
Remember that I'm spending Christmas
with Jesus Christ this year