Thursday 25 March 2021

March Rudolph Days Challenge

Once again, it is time for the Rudolph Days Challenge. You have until the last day of the month to enter your Christmas card or Christmas project. I do ask that if you enter the challenge, please leave a comment on this post. Sometimes, people have a problem linking up for whatever reason and link back to this blog, instead of their own blog. If you leave a comment, then I have another way to get hold of you and let you know you need to resubmit your entry. With the additional prize draw at the end of the year, it is nice to have everyone who entered every month, qualified to enter for their chance to win the yearly prize.

I am sending prizes when my daughter has the time to call by and pick them up from our front porch. We are not allowed to have anyone in our houses here, and have just been given back the ability to meet someone outside again. Socially distanced of course!

We are so close to getting called up for the first jab, that we are not even meeting outside with anyone. We do not leave the house except to go for a walk and Al drives down to pick up the groceries. We hope to get the call in the next 3-4 weeks.

My daughter, who is the mailer for my prizes, is still so busy helping with her mother-in-law. She goes there and stays with her so father-in-law can get outside to do tasks etc. She (mil) can not be on her own any longer so it is a big commitment. She is aware what has happened to her and chooses my daughter to be the one to take her to appointments etc. Since my daughter works full time, she is very busy with all of this. So, be patient with me, as the winners will eventually get prizes.

Our designers have been busy creating inspiration for you. First up is Linda at Snail's Space blog. Linda has made two fabulous cards. She has taken the same Penny Black die and changed it up by using different papers. What a change up it is to see the difference in mood that it has created. The first one is so light and feminine looking. I love the shimmer that appears rubbed over the raised areas of the embossing. The second one has a crisp, almost masculine feel...crisp and clean looking. I hope you will pop over to Linda's blog and leave her some kind comments.





Next up is Jenny at Cardsarus blog. Jenny has made us two cards as well. The first is a very detailed card, full of beautiful embellishments. Lots of greenery diecuts, a gorgeous leaping stag and a glimmer of mirri card for the sentiment.


Jenny's second card is lovely as well. In my opinion, the shimmery emblossed background steals the show! I love shimmer and glimmer at Christmas time. I hope you will pop over to Jenny's blog and leave her some kind comments as well.


My card is a recycled one. I saw these finished cards a couple of years ago in the precovid after Christmas clearance sales. I thought it would be a perfect image to recycle and got a whole box of 18 or so, for a couple of dollars. I kept it very simple, using only my scraps/snippets box for the design papers and ribbon. I fussy cut the lid and pop dotted it forward. The main image is also pop dotted. I used the micro pop dots as they will still fit through the mail! It was quick and fun to do and I plan to make up the whole box in a similar design. I want to be able to donate cards for this coming Christmas, so these will be great for that.



Our prize this month is this Tutti Designs die called Wonderland Window. I think it is so sweet!



50 comments:

Irene said...

Great cards and gorgeous prize!
XxIrene

Kath said...

Lovely cards from the DT. It's hard to believe this is the third RD of the year - where is the time going? I'll be linking my card soon.
Take care, Kath x

Jackie T said...

What gorgeous cards the Design Team have made. I love this challenge it really does keep me on track. Take care. Hugs Jackie

Liz said...

Fabulous collection of cards. I can’t believe we are up to the third Rudolph Days Challenge this year already! xx

Sandra H said...

As always a lovely array of cards so inspiring too! lovely prize too take care stay safe xx

Linby said...

gosh March already! Great cards, I love your jar, I will pop and comment on the DTs. fab prize too.

Wies said...

Great inspiration cards and a lovely prize.

Wies said...

Great inspiration cards and a lovely prize.

lichazul said...

super pretty cards, congrats team
hugs from Chile :)

Sandma's Handmade Cards said...

Thank you for another great challenge Mo. I do hope that you get called for your jab soon. I had my first on last week and my second one will be at the beginning of June, so let hope that we can all get back to some sort of normal.....whatever that is these days. stay safe and take care x

Kris said...

While I'm not entering the challenge, you've inspired me to play along - I'll have at least 24 cards to send at Christmas! Keeping your family in my prayers and sending hugs...

mamapez5 said...

I love Linda's elegant Peace cards, and Jenny's are always fabulous. I really like the recycled image you have used. That box of cards was a good find in the sales. Thank you for hosting another Rudolph day Challenge in these difficult times. Kate x

Diny said...

Wat veel inspiratie....heel leuk allemaal!
Groetjes Diny

Jenny L said...

Hi Maureen,
just popped over to Linda's blog to show her some love.
I love your wonderful card and that scene in the jar is so pretty.
Love the papers used also such a very fab idea the scene in a jar is.
I had my first Jab in February and I am due my second one next month.
It did make my Arthritis ache so much more for 24 hours but some people didn't have any problems.
I had the astra one my Daughter had the phizer one and had no reactions on the first but has just had her second one and was aching like crazy after the second one.
My sister and her husband had no side affects at all after both their phizer ones, lucky things.
So I do so hope you don't have any side affects when you both have yours.
Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

Vicky Hayes said...

Happy Rudolph Day! It feels so good to be getting ahead with the festive cards so thanks for the challenge Maureen. It sounds as if your daughter really does have a lot going on at the moment and I know it must be hard for you to watch. What a good heart she must have. What wonderful card inspiration as always. I love your snow globe in a jar - a great bargain! - and how beautifully it looks showcased with these papers. Vicky x

Karenladd said...

What beautiful cards from you and the DT. I love the different look that can be had just by changing a few details and colors. I'm so sorry to hear about your daughter having to juggle so much right now. I know what it is to be stretched between work, your own family responsibilities, and the care of an ill loved one. It must be even more difficult during this time of COVID.
I hope you are able to get your vaccination soon, and that you don't suffer too many side effects. My husband and I are fortunate in that we had our 2nd shot last month and are now feeling much more positive. Still not planning to travel or throw caution to the wind though.

Suzanne H said...

Beautiful cards. Wonderful inspiration. Take care and I hope you get called soon for the vaccine.

My Paper Cat said...

Look forward to this challenge every month. Thank you

Valerija said...

Gorgeous cards. Thanks for the inspiration.
Hugs to all, Valerija

Robyn Oliver said...

Beautiful cards ladies and interesting to see one die used two ways by Linda and wonderful layers from Jenny, and I do like to recycle parts of bought cards too. Sending love and hope the jabs get to you soon... slowly happening here in Australia, Robyn

KarinsArtScrap said...

wow very beautiful exsample cards ladies
Gr Karin

ionabunny said...

Such a lovely surprize when Rudolf Days popped up in my blog feed. Where is the time going!!!! At least I'll be ready for Christmas when that suddenly appears LOL. Gorgeous makes from the team. Thanks for keeping this wonderful challenge going and for all the hard work behind the scenes. Stay safe. Hugz

Carol L said...

Thanks for keeping up the Rudolph Days challenge in spite of the obstacles in your path! Your recycled card is just wonderful and I should seriously consider trying that myself! Love the DT makes too, and bless your daughter's heart - she surely has a full plate these days in helping you and others! Stay well and thanks for all you do!

KT Fit Kitty said...

OMGoodness, your recycled card is precious! I would have bought a box of these too! Adorable! Linda and Jenny have done a beautiful job with their cards as well! I love the inspiration here! Your daughter sounds like such a kind person to devote her time to helping you and her MIL while working full-time. You've raised a special daughter and you should be very proud of her! I hope you get your jab soon! Thanks again for the Rudolph Day challenges - I just linked up my card using Flickr - I look forward to this inspiration each month - your challenges are much appreciated, especially with everything you've been going through! Take care and stay well, Maureen!

Verna Angerhofer said...

I love all the beautiful cards featured and I look forward to being even more inspired by checking out what others have done too.

Alice (scrAPpamondo) said...

Fabulous inspirations from you all! Sorry about your daughter, she's a wonderful person full of love and these times are surely very hard for her.
Hugs

Donna said...

Love the textures and colors of the gorgeous cards this month. Beautiful designs ladies! Thanks for the inspiration. Happy Easter to you all!

ellyscard creatief said...

Lovely cards from the DT.Thanks for the challenge.

Alice (scrAPpamondo) said...

Entered this month, yay! :)
Thanks for all the challenges

Becca Yahrling said...

Wow, what fabulous cards by everyone! Jenny's are so fancy smancey!! lol Pretty! And 'Peace' is my favorite word so I adore Linda's cards. And the deer in the snow - such a sweet image! I'm a fan of mason jars & the like (I use them to store buttons, scrap ribbons & anything colorful!) so your card really speaks to my heart.

Greta said...

Well, you've all outdone yourselves this month! I really love every single card! You're so good at upcycling, Maureen! Hard to understand what a huge difference there is across the world in getting people vaccinated. Sure hope you get it soon! I didn't realize what a mental boost it would be, but I can actually make a quick trip inside a store without feeling so nervous. We're still wearing masks & staying 6 ft apart, but soon we can have family in our house without masks! Your daughter is a sweetie to even consider mailing prizes for you with everything on her plate. I know the delay was absolutely no problem when I won & I'm sure everyone else feels the same way. You do this challenge out of the goodness of your heart & we do appreciate you!

Helen said...

Wonderful DT cards!
Thanks for the inspiration & the fun challenge!
Helen x

Di said...

Phew - almost forgot - thanks to Linby I made it here! Wonderful DT cards and as always a lovely challenge!

Hugs

Di xx

Chris said...

Thank you for another great challenge some fantastic inspirsation cards from the DT this month.
xx

cebelica said...

Great inspiration by the DT. Well done everybody!

SHartl said...

The cards are all just gorgeous and so inspiring. I needed a little bit of a push this month to make my card because the time just flew by.

KathyA. said...

So many amazing cards! And I love this month's prize, too.

Swissie said...

Beautiful Christmas cards! The prize is really great!
We have now got Summer temperatures here in Switzerland. Not the right feeling for Christmas cards. But these cards are inspiring. Thank you, and stay safe!
Hugs, Liv

Lynne said...

Lovely samples from the DT and all so different. Thank you for the challenge x

Tina Z. said...

great inspirations, I love them all!

Sally H said...

Wonderful makes from the DT! All very beautiful. Hope you get your Jab soon Maureen. I had my first last week.

Shaz in Oz.CalligraphyCards said...

Thanks so much for running this challenge Mo, lovey wink and inspiration by the DT, well done!
No thanks for the very lovely snowy Christmas die, not quite Oz 😉😃❤️ I actually love our summery Christmas.. beach and surf and morning service on Christmas Day is wonderful! Hope you’re okay. Pray so.
Thanks for Sharing, God bless and keep you safe, and all those you love, hugs Shaz in Oz.x

{Wonderful Words of Life - Shaz in Oz}
{Calligraphy Cards - Shaz in Oz}

Bonnie said...

Your upcycled card is lovely, Maureen! What a good deal for material to make Christmas cards!

Pat K said...

Beautiful cards. Such lovely inspiration. xx

Sue's Crafty Corner said...

Such beautiful cards from all three of you, great inspiration for everyone.

Sue xx

Janis said...

Beautiful cards!! Everyone has such gorgeous samples. I love your adorable design with the upcycled card. Wonderful.
Thank you for another sweet Rudolph Days challenge. You are a treasure.
<3 J

jwoolbright at gmail dot com
HerPeacefulGarden.blogspot.com

Mrs A. said...

Just made itin time. Wonders willnever cease as that is three in a row. Hugs Mrs A.

Barbara Godden said...

Slipping in on the last day "as per usual" Thanks for a great challenge. I make sure I get one done before it closes.

Pat said...

Sorry, I added my card earlier in the day but had to leave to have a walk and meet up with friends and forgot to leave my comment when I got back. Two brilliant cards by Linda using the same word die with the holly which looks so different with the soft colour on the first and the navy which gives great contrast, then Jenny with her very detailed first card full of foliage and the pretty red patterned deer which stands out beautifully, and then the gold mirri 3D poinsettia design with the pretty poinsettia and holly embellishment over the top. Your card is fantastic in grey and red Mo and love the jar design with the deer and wonderful added scene inside over the top.. some great upcycling. x

Susan Renshaw said...

Almost forgot!! So I am right at the last minute!
What lovely cards this post...love that prize too!
Best wishes for a happy Easter!