The Robin's Nest DT Application

Hi All!

I'm excited to be answering the Design Team Call for The Robin's Nest.  The idea for my project submission started with my desire to create Christmas cards in non-traditional colors.  I also wanted to use the great Santa face rub-on available through The Robin's Nest.

While brainstorming ideas on what I wanted my project to look like, I thought about my favorite color combination - green and purple.  This is what I came up with...I love the look.  :D

    

Papers used for these cards all come from The Robin's Nest collection:

• Fleur Green Olive/Stripe Green Olive
• Spring Green
• Getaway Glitter Swirl
• Distressed Plum/Water Color Plum

The Santa and Holly are also from The Robin's Nest product line of Christmas Rub-Ons.  Poinsettias and one card are embellished with Dew Drops from the Winter Retreat collection by The Robin's Nest.

Additional tools and supplies used include

• Layered Poinsettia Die - Spellbinders
• Crystal UltrafineTransparent Glitter - Art Glitter
• Moss Green Glitter - Glitter Ritz
• Ribbon
• SVG Cut files:  
• One-Piece Boxes, Box 1, Accent Top (Used for card base for all cards)
• One-Piece Boxes, Box 3, Accents
• Santa's Visit, Quick Box, White Accent

You can download free printable detailed instructions for each card at http://shortonideas.net/111112shortchristmascards.pdf  These instructions include sizes of paper, as well as step-by-step assembly instructions.  If you have any questions as you recreate these cards, leave a comment below, and I will be glad to respond.

After completing my cards, I had lots of Rub-Ons left over...so they provided a quick way to finish the cards with inside accents.

     

These cards are simple, yet the paper collection and vintage Santa face bring an elegance to this simple card.

If you get a chance, stop by The Robin's Nest Facebook and tell them what you think of my project!  Your thoughts below are also appreciated!  Thanks.