Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Viva La Verve November Week 1 Sketch Recap

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First and foremost, with today being Remembrance Day, I want to say a HUGE thank you to every person who has served, protecting their country, and the freedom of others.  Your sacrifice, as well as that of your family, is greatly appreciated and respected.  A personal shout out to my husband's nephew who has done two tours in Afghanistan and continues to serve our country today.  We love you, Andrew!    

Now back to the post.  It's time for a little Viva La Verve recap for November's Week 1 sketch.  I adore the optional colour combination Julee selected for this week - delicious, earthy colours and perfect for Christmas too :)


Speaking of Christmas, it's time to get going on a few more cards so I have enough to mail and hand out, and thus my Christmas themed card.

I had the perfect mix of papers for the colour combination and used Joyous Noel for my sentiment and poinsettias.  A few gold half pearls and a gold bow called it a card.

Want to see which cards I spotlighted for this week's sketch?  Then head on over to the Viva La Verve blog to find out!

 

What's In It?
Stamps:   Joyous Noel (Verve Stamps) 
Paper:  Cozy Christmas (Simple Stories), Candy Cane (Teresa Collins), Bravo Burgundy, Forrest Foliage, Kraft (Stampin' Up)  

Ink:  Black, VersaMark 
Accessories:   Scalloped Circle and Circle Nestabilities, Crimper (Fiskars), Gold Half Pearls, Gold Twine (Michael's), Button, Dimensionals

17 comments:

Janine Rachau said...

Gorgeous!

Benzi said...

What an amazing card...in every way. I need that sentiment.

Your husband's nephew has to be a very special person and only fitting you make mention of him this day.

Darnell said...

I wish you could see my face when I open your blog and see your cards, Marissa. I just stare, slack-jawed, and peer at every little layered detail! I love the poinsettias, the button bow, and those papers - especially the corrugated layer!! Even the sediment is the perfect one for this beautiful Christmas card!! Hugs, Darnell

Bonnie said...

Beautiful, rich colors! Love the sentiment! Hats off to your nephew!

Basement Stamper said...

I love that sentiment and this sketch-saved it to try out. Great mix of papers as well with this card.

Chris Olsen, Glowbug said...

Oh how beautiful Marissa!! I so love your layout, colors and papers with those gorgeous poinsettias.

Vicki Dutcher said...

Awesome colors and card!

JoAnn said...

Gorgeous card Marisa. Love the rich colors and pretty flowers.

Darlene Gabriel said...

Oh this is gorgeous Marisa. Wonderful mix of papers and colours. I love these poinsettias and the corrugated panel.

Vickie Z said...

Wonderful card!! Those papers are perfect!! Hope you're doing well....family and mom too!

Maureen said...

a classy combination…beautiful!

Sharyn Polesel said...

Beautiful card, Marisa! I love the color combo and your gorgeous papers, sentiment and poinsettias.

Nancy said...

One of my favorite cards of yours Marisa!!! Love the deep red! Hope all is well....miss you!

Kim S said...

Lovely rich and rustic colors - it's all so perfect for the sentiment.

Betty Wright said...

This is so gorgeous and rich in color, Marisa! The paper works beautifully with the images! Wonderful Christmas card!

Unknown said...

Love the poinsettia die and the great sketch which showcases this super sentiment! Hugz

cm said...

Stunning, Marisa, absolutely show-stopping stunning!
~c