I really do LOVE traditional Christmas colors! I am very "old school" when it comes to Christmas decor! It is even better when the ribbon perfectly matches the NEW Graphic 45 Christmas Collection, St. Nicholas!
I went back to my "roots" and created a Gloria's Kitchen Sink Card...you know, where I glue everything except the kitchen sink to the front of the card! This beauty is 5" x 6" and is decorate inside and out. I cannot get enough of Christmas and old-fashioned Santa and plaid ribbon!
I layered the 5/8" Plaid Christmas Traditions Ribbon with 5/8" Crochet Lace. Then I made a big ol' bow out of the plaid ribbon. I wish I had a huge roll of that ribbon! It is so pretty!
I added some "junk" to the bow for that Christmas sparkle! The G45 chipboard items are perfect for my card front.
Of course I had to decorate the inside of the card, too.
I added more ribbon and some metal bells that I have been hoarding for AGES. There is even a pocket to hold a gift card.
Thanks for stopping by today! Now, hop over to Ginny's Blog to see what she has for you!
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Ribbon: Really Reasonable Ribbon October Ribbon Club (5/8" Plaid Christmas Traditions Ribbon, 5/8" Crochet Lace), Ivory Burlap String
Cardstock: CutCardStock Basis Black, Classic Crest Natural
Designer paper: Graphic 45 St. Nicholas 12x12 pad, St. Nicholas 12x12 Patterns and Solids Pad
Chipboard and cardstock embellishments: Graphic 45 St. Nicholas Journaling Chipboard, St. Nicholas Decorative Chipboard, St. Nicholas Tags and Pockets, St. Nicholas Banners
Die cuts: Cheery Lynn Designs French Pastry Doily
Metal charms: Tim Holtz
Rusty bells: Darice
Flowers and leaves: Prima, Petaloo
Christmas tree: Tim Holtz
Adhesive: Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L 3D Foam Squares, Scotch 3M ATG tape runner, Scor-tape, white glue, hot glue
Cardstock: CutCardStock Basis Black, Classic Crest Natural
Designer paper: Graphic 45 St. Nicholas 12x12 pad, St. Nicholas 12x12 Patterns and Solids Pad
Chipboard and cardstock embellishments: Graphic 45 St. Nicholas Journaling Chipboard, St. Nicholas Decorative Chipboard, St. Nicholas Tags and Pockets, St. Nicholas Banners
Die cuts: Cheery Lynn Designs French Pastry Doily
Metal charms: Tim Holtz
Rusty bells: Darice
Flowers and leaves: Prima, Petaloo
Christmas tree: Tim Holtz
Adhesive: Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L 3D Foam Squares, Scotch 3M ATG tape runner, Scor-tape, white glue, hot glue
Beautiful bow cluster, Gloria! And I'm with you...this paper is a perfect playmate for this ribbon assortment!
ReplyDeleteFabulous card Gloria and I just love how well the assortment goes with this paper collection.
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning card, Gloria! A treasure in and of itself! I love the ribbon you chose from this fabulous holiday pack!!! Thanks for the always amazing inspiration, my friend!! xoxo
ReplyDeleteJust stunning!
ReplyDeleteOoo! Your card is gorgeous! I love that paper!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card. I love the plaid ribbon. It reminds me of when my mother and I worked at a craft shop and she and I made many bows during Christmas. This was eons ago. It cost the consumer a whole quarter plus the cost of the ribbon. Plaid was the most popular and people so loved it.
ReplyDeleteI loved your kitchen sink card! lol I think it looks great and you used the ribbon in all the right places
ReplyDeleteLove the traditional colors too! And I like that the inside is decorated! Such a beautiful card!
ReplyDeleteI love the vintage design of your card and really love the plaid ribbon.
ReplyDeleteThis is stunning! Such creative use of ribbon - you showcased RRR beautifully!
ReplyDeleteLove combining ribbons and G45 Christmas images...really pretty!
ReplyDeletethis is so cute. i love plaid. nothing says Christmas more than traditional red and green. beautiful card.
ReplyDeleteSo very beautiful! I love the papers you used. Hugs, Robin
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty card! Love the traditional look!
ReplyDeleteAs always Gloria your card is amazing. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us.
ReplyDeleteLove your kitchen sink card. I love the vintage look, and the ribbon choice looks beautiful on it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteStunning vintage Christmas card!!
ReplyDeleteFAbulous Christmas kitchen sink card!!
ReplyDeleteGreat presentation of the ribbon from RRR
ReplyDeleteA beautiful "kitchen sink" card! And you use hot glue, right? Love all the sparkle!
ReplyDeleteI think your card is absolutely stunning! This card speaks Christmas from the papers, ribbons, layering every inch of it! I just purchased some of this same paper and now I can't wait to use it. Well done tfs.
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