Handmade Monday.
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I am cutting back this Christmas. Any cards that get sent will be part of my recycled collection. I don't make cards normally and I certainly would not buy embellishments although I have had a lot given to me so am making good use of them.
These are two of my simple offerings. They are cut-outs from last years received cards. I am getting quite nifty with the old scissors now. They also have inserts with little ditties to make them a tad more interesting. The one with the Church scene is standing off the card and I have used a pencil to shadow around the tree and the steeple to add to the 3D effect.
(All card makers turn away now)
ReplyDeleteI very rarely buy cards....
ok you can look now.
I do try to recycle any cards I do have, usually into labels or notelets. I think a lot of peeps will be cutting back this Christmas, I am and I know a lot of my friends are.
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I think everyone is cutting back. Your cards are really effective and a good way of dealing with what is usually a complete waste! I hate throwing cards away and have a stash which I use for all sorts of stuff.
ReplyDeleteEveryone is cutting back this year - I'm planning to start some sewing again after a gap of 30 years, and will be reusing as much fabric from things I no longer use as I can. I don't have the ability to draw, otherwise I'd be making my own cards as well!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea to use last years cards to make this years. We use the pictures as labels sometimes.
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Quite right, I never buy my own cards now and I think the recipient appreciates a handmade card. Yours are great I especially like the way you have done the 3d effect with the pencil. Glad you got all your blog probs sorted.
ReplyDeleteRecycling Christmas cards is an excellent ideas! I used to do it as a kid and just stopped. I think you have the right idea.
ReplyDeleteI love recycling Christmas cards! I've also started on mine :)
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