Card For Sue

Hello y'all!
I seem to have got a bit of my mojo back as I've bought a new set of Christmas stamps, but I can't show you what I'm making with those until I start posting them out as some of the recipients read my blog.
In the meantime, I've set a challenge for the Card Swap group to make a card using their all-time stamp set.  I imagine there was a lot of rummaging through boxes to find old friends! 
This is what I made to send to Sue Ralph:
You may well recognise that it's made with the French Foliage stamp set.  I love this set.  I always feel very artistic and creative with it and have never made something I didn't like.  I thought I'd add some of my favourite neutral ribbon and use my favourite punch on it as well! 
Hope you like it, I know Sue did!
Thanks for looking in today, I love to read your comments, so let me know what you think.
Back soon,
Happy crafting
Jane xx

Comments

  1. Michelle22 November 2013 at 22:08

    I know I've already said this on FB, but I really love this card. The stamps you have chosen are timeless, and I really like your choice of colours. Lovely x x

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  2. Margaret23 November 2013 at 19:15

    Gorgeous card Jane. I love this set as well Jane - definitely a favourite!! have a good weekend
    Margaret x

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