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Get Cracking: Pick a Tree

10/15/2020

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Have you heard of my Get Cracking on Christmas Series? Well, this year is has been bigger and better and more inspiring than ever!  So here are the details:

Let’s be honest.

November rolls around and we say to ourselves “man I should’ve started making holiday cards A LOT sooner.”

or

“I have so many wicked cute holiday sets that I haven’t even had a chance to play with yet.”

I am going to guess that most of you who are reading this post fall into one if not both of those scenarios. So for the past 2 years, some of my crafty friends and I have been challenging each other to create at least one-holiday card a month. I mean, that would give me 12 handmade holiday cards to send out at the end of the year and that’s better than none.

We are 2 months away from Christmas!!

This year I am excited to have MORE crafty friends participating with me and each month I am offering a GIVEAWAY! More details on that below.

On the third Thursday, we are going to post a holiday creation and hopefully inspire you to create one too!

If you do end up making any please leave a comment below with a link, or tag me on instagram so I can see! We are also going to use the hashtag #getcrackingonchristmas. This is how I will choose the winner, more about that at the end of this post.

We can do this! We can create holiday cards all year, and be a little bit more prepared for the holiday season!

If you do end up making any please leave a comment below with a link, or tag me on Instagram so I can see! We are also going to use the hashtag #getcrackingonchristmas

Get Cracking: Pick a Tree

One of the reasons why I started Get Cracking, is because I like to buy ALLLLL the holiday stamps, but don’t have time to use them all. Since I am using them throughout the year, I can justify all my crafty purchases! Tricky, huh? I purchased this Avery Elle set last year when I was teaching at Papercraft Clubhouse and am just now getting around to using it.

I started by coloring the image of the kids carrying their tree out of the tree lot. I used my friend Dana’s suggestions of Copic markers for different skin tones- you can see this here. I then white embossed the sentiment on the card panel. I ink blended over the whole panel, and then stamped some little snowflakes.

I foam taped the image and a Stitched Scalloped Rectangle frame onto the card.

Holiday cards don’t need to be complicated. If you come up with a simple design like this you can create a stack in no time! Be sure to see below the links to some of my crafty friends who are sharing inspiration too! I also have details about the giveaway!

Inspiration

Be sure to go visit my crafty friends for more inspiration! I am so excited that they are joining me this year to bring you more inspiration and to remind you to work on those holiday cards all year long!

Carolina

Cheiron

Jane

Laura

Marianne

Sam

Samantha M

Sharna

Tiffany 

Giveaway Details

  • This giveaway is open from October 15, 2020, to November 18, 2020, 10p ET.
  • Prize: Simon Says Stamp stamp set and a pack of watercoloring cards from Concord & 9th
  • There will be 1 winner!
  • The winner will be announced, right here on this post. I will also email the winner.
  • 1 winner will randomly be chosen from the eligible comments
  • I must get a reply from the winner with their mailing address within 48 hours or I will draw another winner.
  • In order to be eligible to win a prize you must be doing the following:
    • Leave a comment with a link to your Holiday cards you make this month
    • Bonus: Use the hashtag #GetCrackingOnChristmas on Instagram and/or Facebook

WINNER

Congratulations Charlotte!! Be sure to check out her card here

 

 

Supplies Used:

Supplies I used are linked below. Click on the picture and you will be taken to the product. I use affiliate links when available which means if you make a purchase I get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!

Avery Elle, Christmas Kids
Avery Elle, Christmas Kids
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AE
Lawn Fawn, Jet Black Premium Ink Pad
Lawn Fawn, Jet Black Premium Ink Pad
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Lawn Fawn Peacock Ink Pad
Lawn Fawn Peacock Ink Pad
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Merman Premium Dye Ink Pad
Merman Premium Dye Ink Pad
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SSS | LF
Picket Fence, Magic Brushes
Picket Fence, Magic Brushes
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SSS | LF
Simon Says Stamp, Set of 5 Rainbow Pack BLENDER BRUSHES
Simon Says Stamp, Set of 5 Rainbow Pack BLENDER BRUSHES
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SSS
Lawn Fawn, stitched scalloped frame
Lawn Fawn, stitched scalloped frame
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SSS
Mini Misti
Mini Misti
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SSS | LF
Lawn Fawn Glue Tube
Lawn Fawn Glue Tube
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Rainbow Glue Tube Holder
Rainbow Glue Tube Holder
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Shurkus
Glue Tube Holder
Glue Tube Holder
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Shurkus
Sakura Quickie Glue Pens
Sakura Quickie Glue Pens
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SSS
Lawn Fawn, White Embossing Powder
Lawn Fawn, White Embossing Powder
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SSS | LF
Lawn Fawn Peacock Cardstock
Lawn Fawn Peacock Cardstock
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SSS
EK Success, Powder Tool
EK Success, Powder Tool
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SSS | LF
Copic Markers
Copic Markers
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SSS
Lawn Fawn Prisma Glitter
Lawn Fawn Prisma Glitter
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Fiskars Microtip Scissors
Fiskars Microtip Scissors
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SSS
Hero Arts, Misti Mini Black
Hero Arts, Misti Mini Black
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SSS
Versamark
Versamark
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SSS | HA
Lawn Fawn Stamp Shammy
Lawn Fawn Stamp Shammy
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Mermaid, Stamp Shammy Holder
Mermaid, Stamp Shammy Holder
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Lawn Fawn, Starry Shammy Case
Lawn Fawn, Starry Shammy Case
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SSS | LF
3M Scotch PINK ATG ADVANCED TAPE GLIDER 0.25 Inch Adhesive Glue Gun
3M Scotch PINK ATG ADVANCED TAPE GLIDER 0.25 Inch Adhesive Glue Gun
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SSS
Tombow, Mono Adhesive Dots Dispenser - Permanent
Tombow, Mono Adhesive Dots Dispenser – Permanent
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SSS | LF
Tombow, Mono Adhesive Dots Refill Cartridges - Permanent
Tombow, Mono Adhesive Dots Refill Cartridges – Permanent
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  1. Mary-Anne V says

    November 16, 2020 at 8:18 pm

    Trio of houses https://www.instagram.com/p/CHq9ZxEpeNy/

    Reply
  2. Mary-Anne V says

    November 16, 2020 at 7:17 am

    Llama Christmas card https://www.instagram.com/p/CHoR7CfJmD8/

    Reply
  3. Trina P. says

    November 15, 2020 at 4:43 pm

    Squeaking in another one.
    https://phamtasticdesign.blogspot.com/2020/11/cas-christmas-november-reminder-non-traditional-colours.html

    Reply
  4. Mary-Anne V says

    November 12, 2020 at 9:02 pm

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CHg0-KEpHGX/ Cute polar bear wishes

    Reply
  5. Mirella Rogan says

    November 11, 2020 at 5:56 pm

    Popping in with another card:

    https://www.handmadebymirella.com/2020/11/a-whimsical-christmas-card-mr-rabbit-is.html

    Reply
  6. Mary-Anne V says

    November 10, 2020 at 7:51 am

    Non traditional colours https://www.instagram.com/p/CHaRs79pBZq/

    Reply
  7. Mary-Anne V says

    November 10, 2020 at 7:45 am

    Purple Christmas card https://www.instagram.com/p/CHaRJlFp29z/

    Reply
  8. Fikreta says

    November 9, 2020 at 1:42 pm

    your card is so very sweet!
    here is mine :
    https://badkittyscraftroom.blogspot.com/2020/11/holiday-dreams.html

    Reply
  9. Mary-Anne V says

    November 8, 2020 at 12:47 pm

    Another Coffee themed card https://www.instagram.com/p/CHVjvGLpdI3/

    Reply
  10. Mary-Anne V says

    November 8, 2020 at 12:45 pm

    Here is a coffee themed card https://www.instagram.com/p/CHVjvGLpdI3/

    Reply
  11. Redbird says

    November 6, 2020 at 3:08 pm

    Great card! Here’s mine using the same stamp. I kept it CAS.

    Reply
    • Redbird says

      November 6, 2020 at 3:09 pm

      https://www.instagram.com/p/CHQs2ZiJKlb/?igshid=1rhx20d91apb8

      The link! 🤦

      Reply
  12. Charlotte E (Lady Joyful) says

    November 6, 2020 at 1:35 am

    Here’s another card. Lots of colouring on this one 🙂 https://thejoyfulsoulcreates.wordpress.com/2020/11/05/thrifty-thursday-santa/

    Reply
  13. Charlotte E (Lady Joyful) says

    November 4, 2020 at 1:04 pm

    Here’s my second entry: https://thejoyfulsoulcreates.wordpress.com/2020/11/04/crafty-christmas-collab-patterned-paper-christmas-card/ 🙂

    Reply
  14. Trina P. says

    November 4, 2020 at 12:19 pm

    And here’s another one done!
    https://phamtasticdesign.blogspot.com/2020/11/memory-box-dt-post-sapphire-poinsettia.html

    Reply
  15. Mirella Rogan says

    November 3, 2020 at 3:27 pm

    One more card added to the collection:

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CG-wiMupA8U/?igshid=2tm4grvgbn4l

    Reply
  16. Trina P. says

    November 3, 2020 at 3:02 pm

    Here’s another entry.
    https://phamtasticdesign.blogspot.com/2020/11/cas-christmas-november-challenge-non-traditional-colours.html

    Reply
  17. Mary-Anne V says

    October 30, 2020 at 10:55 pm

    I am so glad you have this challenge because it really makes me prepare for Christmas card giving time. https://www.instagram.com/p/CG_dEVNJ0tI/ my llama card.

    Reply
  18. Mirella Rogan says

    October 30, 2020 at 3:51 pm

    Christmas cards mode is on 😉

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CG5oqeoJ2pb/?igshid=f11jm4n7mf53

    Reply
  19. Mirella Rogan says

    October 30, 2020 at 3:50 pm

    I made more!

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CG0a204ph-w/?igshid=xwa8vfh1jimg

    Reply
  20. Francesca says

    October 24, 2020 at 6:11 pm

    My Christmat card:
    https://percorsidifantasia.home.blog/2020/10/25/tweet-greetings/

    Reply
  21. Trina P. says

    October 24, 2020 at 5:20 pm

    Another card entry.
    https://phamtasticdesign.blogspot.com/2020/10/cozy-and-warm-winter-wishes.html

    Reply
  22. Mary-Anne V says

    October 24, 2020 at 4:58 pm

    Getting crafty this weekend. https://www.instagram.com/p/CGvQ9wlJyka/

    Reply
  23. Mirella Rogan says

    October 24, 2020 at 3:46 pm

    And one more:

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CGfuW1xJGLF/?igshid=1qx44yxd0h1j0

    Reply
  24. Mirella Rogan says

    October 24, 2020 at 3:45 pm

    Here’s my Christmas card :

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CGvQid-J6O9/?igshid=1bg24jlx2mq96

    Reply
  25. Erica loscalzo says

    October 22, 2020 at 7:31 pm

    Cute card

    Reply
  26. Charlotte E (Lady Joyful) says

    October 22, 2020 at 4:45 pm

    Here is my Christmas dragon card: https://thejoyfulsoulcreates.wordpress.com/2020/10/22/christmas-dragon-month-of-celebration/ 🙂

    Reply
  27. Aimee Phillips says

    October 22, 2020 at 1:54 am

    Here is my link post to 500 handmade stamped, colored a2 Christmas cards I made for military.

    https://m.facebook.com/groups/130421550425128?view=permalink&id=2140489816084948

    Reply
  28. Mary-Anne V says

    October 21, 2020 at 8:44 pm

    Here is another fun card https://www.instagram.com/p/CGgcAAkp01Q/

    Reply
  29. Izzy Scrap says

    October 21, 2020 at 8:25 am

    I love your sweet card. Beautiful design and amazing bright colours. It seems that we all do the same : buying Christmas product and not using them… So here is my entry with these kind of products ;-))
    https://www.izzyscrap.com/2020/10/21/clearly-besotted-joy/

    Reply
  30. Mary-Anne V says

    October 20, 2020 at 8:04 pm

    Here is my first card https://www.instagram.com/p/CGgRqOYpuaA/.

    Reply
  31. Jeanne Jordan says

    October 20, 2020 at 10:08 am

    I have another card for the holidays – https://craftingwithjeanne.blogspot.com/2020/10/jingle-all-way.html

    Reply
  32. Fikreta says

    October 19, 2020 at 8:53 am

    so wonderful card!

    Reply
  33. Trina P. says

    October 18, 2020 at 11:08 am

    Here’s my second entry!
    https://phamtasticdesign.blogspot.com/2020/10/memory-box-dt-post-pink-christmas.html

    Reply
  34. Jeanne Jordan says

    October 17, 2020 at 12:40 pm

    Hi, I forgot to post my card! https://craftingwithjeanne.blogspot.com/2020/10/joy.html

    Reply
  35. Jeanne Jordan says

    October 17, 2020 at 12:08 pm

    That stamp is adorable. I remember it and thought about adding it to my stash! I have so many holiday stamps already, it’s hard to buy new ones! Your card is terrific. Thanks for the inspiration. I’ll look through my stash and see which tree I like the best.

    Reply
  36. Theresa Grdina says

    October 15, 2020 at 6:21 pm

    I really like this card…reminds me of when we didn’t have an artificial tree. ☹️

    Reply
  37. paperwishesbyamanda says

    October 15, 2020 at 5:42 pm

    Fun funky colours in your card and a great prompt. I must get cracking for sure now! Thanks for sharing this prompt and inspiration.

    Reply
  38. Trina P. says

    October 15, 2020 at 4:56 pm

    Cute card, Jenn. I almost bought that set.
    Here’s my first of hopefully more entries,
    https://phamtasticdesign.blogspot.com/2020/10/cas-christmas-october-reminder-christmas-birds_15.html

    Reply
  39. Charlotte E (Lady Joyful) says

    October 15, 2020 at 2:54 pm

    Really beautiful card! I love the colours. I hope I will be able to join in this month 🙂

    Reply
  40. Jenn says

    October 15, 2020 at 10:42 am

    testing testing

    Reply
  41. jenn shurkus says

    October 15, 2020 at 10:41 am

    testing 1.2.3. 🙂

    Reply
  42. Andre M. says

    October 15, 2020 at 10:33 am

    Delightful card, the images is fabulous!

    Reply

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