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Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Non-Traditional Candy Canes

Well, folks, I've been disappointing myself a bit lately! I am totally into non-traditional holiday card colors, but looking over my past holiday posts this year, they've been very traditional! So, let's shake it up a bit, shall we? But first, let's take a look at all the contributing factors to my card for this evening...

#1: Here are the colors for the latest CR84FN color challenge~

#2: Here's the sketch for Mojo Monday's latest challenge~

#3: Over at Christmas Stampin' All Year Long, they've challenged us to use a favorite sketch--I'm choosing to use the Mojo Monday sketch because I had tons of fun! BUT, it needs to be Christmas!!!

Okay, there are all the contributing factors!!! Now, onto the eye candy...

Here's my card~

Isn't it fun?! I was inspired by the stripes on the cake in the CR84FN inspirations pics and the overall feminine feel of them. And my non-traditional candy cane paper worked out nicely--striped and girly!!! :) Wanna take a closer look? Well, you get to, anyway, because I LOVE to share close-ups! ;D

Close ups~

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13 comments:

  1. MackieMade Paper CreationsNovember 8, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    Love your pink & black candy canes! The layers and embossing are fabulous!
    Mackie

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  2. Sue Lelli November 8, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Oh Mynette, I LOVE those striped candy canes with the bow! I also LOVE all of your embossing! Glad you used our colors for a non-traditional Christmas card! You have inspired me to do the same with my next card! THX for playing with us at CR84FN!

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  3. LoraleiNovember 9, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    It's fun to play outside the box sometimes....this looks great!

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  4. Vicky HayesNovember 9, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    Brilliantly different Mynnette!

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  5. JacquelineNovember 9, 2011 at 5:17 AM

    This is a very bold colour combination - I love it! - Jacqueline xx

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  6. Lisa SomervilleNovember 9, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Wonderful holiday card - love your papers! Thanks for playing along with us at CR84FN!

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  7. Lisa EltonNovember 9, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    Wow this is fun Mynnette! The candy canes remind me of Good n' Plenty...remember those licorice candies. Cute card!

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  8. SallyNovember 9, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    I love the pink & black on this card, it's very effective. A nice embossed panel & a pretty gingham bow. A beautiful creation.
    Sally x

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  9. BevNovember 9, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Wow! This colour combo is great, how brave you are to tackle the challenge.

    Stunning as always

    Sorry that I've not commented for a while, but I've been so busy, and not even had much time to craft!!

    Bev.x

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  10. Mynn xxNovember 9, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Thank you, friends! Lisa--LOVE that! Good and Plenty holiday card, lol! Bev--no worries! I understand busy!!! :)

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  11. PatriceNovember 9, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Those are the coolest candy canes ever!

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  12. Mona PendletonNovember 9, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    What yummy candy canes! Love the little scalloped tag and jewels! Thanks for playing along with CR84FN :)

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  13. Deborah FringsNovember 14, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    I do like your card - I nearly used this paper myself! Great minds. Love the layered up candy canes and sweet gingham ribbon! Thanks for playing along with CR84FN!

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Thank you so much for commenting--your sweet words make my day! :) {{{HUGS}}} and happy stamping!

Mynn xx