Grab a Cup of Christmas

November brings crisp, cool days that might find you heading into your favorite coffee shop to grab a cup of warmth, and dwell in that inviting aroma that only a cozy cafe can bring.

  This month we’re inviting you to “Grab A Cup” with us on the Flourishes Senior Design Team and be inspired by this fantastic photo as you create something equally warm and inviting. Next week we’ll be bringing you our November edition of new Flourishes Stamps, and we can’t wait! They’re absolutely fabulous! Because we know you want a chance to win these great sets, “Grab A Cup” and be inspired by this great coffee and treats photo as you create.

So...my card.  What did you say?  You don't see the connection to the inspiration photo?  It goes like this... "All is Calm, All is Bright, First Cup of Coffee Makes Me Feel Alright".  See?  It's a perfect match! Okay, okay... I confess.  I goofed.  We had originally talked about a Christmas carol challenge, and changed to the coffee inspiration challenge.  Yes, I got the memo.  Yes, I knew in plenty of time.  Yes, I forgot anyway.  Sooooo....let's talk about menopause.....or not. ;)

So, about that card up there...  I used the lovely Snow Wonderful set, choosing to work with the peaceful house image.  The card base is Tonal Neutrals Color Made Easy collection.  The layers are from the Evergreen Color Made Easy collection, Classic Ivory, and patterned papers from Authentique's Festive collection.  I distressed the music sheet with Ranger Antique Linen ink and a sponge dauber.  A bit of lace trim, green velvet ribbon, and a few pearls finish off the details.



I stamped the image with Memento Espresso Truffle ink, die-cut it with the Tailor-Made Classic Keyhole die set, and colored it with the following Copic Marker Collections:

Inside, I added strips of patterned paper and stamped the sentiment in Memento Olive Grove ink.

Play in the challenge and you could win our whole November Release! Your keyword for entering into online galleries is FLLCNOV13. THE OFFICIAL RULES:

• Simply create a card or project inspired by the photo above.
• Entries need to be in by Friday November 15 at 5 PM EST
• Those entries using Flourishes Stamps will be counted twice
• You must link your creation on our InLinkz Widgit to be counted
• You must have a link to our challenge in your blog post or gallery post
• Please DO NOT combine challenges from other sites or locations. Only those entries that don’t combine will be in the running. Because this challenge means winning new Flourishes sets we want to see your beautiful creations made specifically for this challenge.
• If you upload to SCS please use the keyword FLLCNOV13
• We’ll announce the winners on Saturday in our Winner’s Circle Post here on the blog on Saturday November 16th, so check back then to find out if you are a winner!

Thanks for stopping by today and we look forward to seeing what you create! We’ll see you here on Wednesday November 13th when our delicious November Sneak Peeks start! Enjoy the inspiration and creating! And now for some wonderful Grab a Cup Inspiration, our Design Team has some beauties to show off to you:

• Allison Cope
• Christine Okken
• Cindy Lawrence <---You are here!
• Heather Jensen
• Julie Koerber
• Silke Ledlow
• Stacy Morgan
• Tosha Leyendekker

Thanks so much for stopping by, friends!

Have a fabulous day!

~Cindy

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Comments

[Greta H]

1.

Oh I am cracking up! Your poem is actually a perfect explanation & your card is inspiring!

[Tricia]

2.

LOL! I see blue and brown, so it fits!! : )

[ChristineCreations]

3.

LOL…”first cup of coffee makes me feel alright” too funny girl! It’s a beauty no matter what it was inspired by!

[Donna Phelan]

4.

Goof or not, it's still a GORGEOUS card! Love your little jingle, as I feel the same way! Cheers! :)

[Becky Green]

5.

LOL!!!!! :p I TOTALLY UNDERSTAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :) I'm doing THE VERY SAME THING AROUND HERE!!!!!!! :) YOU'RE FORGIVEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!! FABULOUS CREATION!!! I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE THIS IMAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's COZY & WARM INSIDE TOO!!!!!!!:) SUPER JOB CINDY!!!!!!!!!:)

[Stacy Morgan]

6.

Warm and cozy is right! Very pretty Cindy! Your music sheet is a great touch. Lovely card girlie.

[Connie MacFarlane]

7.

This is beautiful Cindy! The feel of your card is cozy and warm. I can just picture myself inside that warm cabin, in front of the fireplace, drinking hot chocolate and listening to Christmas music.

[Jean Bullock]

8.

LOL, love your card anyway. besides you did us Expresso Truffle ink. That qualifies it.

[Allison Cope]

9.

"All is Calm, All is Bright, First Cup of Coffee Makes Me Feel Alright"... too funny Cindy! I totally get the connection for sure. I'd wanna cup of joe in my hands on that cold winter night! Stunning creation this week!

[Heather Jensen]

10.

Inspired by the photo or not, it is still beautiful. I love the vintage feel of the papers. The dark night's sky really makes the house stand out. :)

[Angie Schmidt]

11.

Love the scene on your card so gorgeous! Gorgeous coloring too! Have a Blessed day!

[Marlena M]

12.

LOL, LOVE your card and your interpretation. ;)

[Silke Ledlow]

13.

Absolutely beautiful Cindy! Love your Christmas card!