So many cards....

 

Well, I'm pleased that I have managed to make so many Christmas Cards this year.

They say that giving of cards is dying out, and I understand that postage costs are unfortunately so high, but it is still lovely to have a display of cards on the mantlepiece.

I have managed to donate over 300  Christmas cards to good causes and charities this year, along with making another 50 for families & friends, I just love this hobby! I like the creativity of making something from scratch - often with no idea how they will turn out in the end, reusing and recycling materials. It can be done at any time of the day or night and can doesn't need to take up much time. Plus it also helps to reduce stress and give a feeling of achievement. Carry on Crafting!

Getting a Nuvo Collection

 

For many years I have used Ranger Liquid Pearls to add embellishment to my cards, but I have got fed up of having to clear the nozzles with a pin every time I want to use them. So I am gradually swapping to Nuvo drops, as they don't seem to suffer from nozzle clogging.

They are more expensive, but the bottles are nearly twice the size and so last much longer.

So far I have 6 bottles of Crystal drops, 2 bottles of the translucent Jewels drops, 2 bottles of Glitter drops and 2 bottles of vintage drops. I think there are over 100 different colours and types, so I have a long way to go!