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Friday, 21 July 2017

Ellen Hutson - Christmas in July (and GIVEAWAY and SALE!)


I am so excited to be Guest Designing for Ellen Hutson's Christmas in July! That's right, I'm on The CLASSroom today with a full tutorial for this whimsical, happy Christmas card! I hope you'll pop over for more details!

But before you do - make sure you leave a comment here for a chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate to Ellen Hutson's store! Leave a comment before midnight on Thursday, July 27 and the randomly selected winner will be announced here next Friday!


ETA: 12:43pm - I just got notice that Ellen is having a Christmas in July Sale! 40% off all items in the Christmas in July category until July 24! Hurry and save!



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89 comments:

  1. Barbara21 July 2017 at 09:10

    Love the style of this card!! Colors are great. Can't wait to make!

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  2. Tracey McNeely21 July 2017 at 09:31

    Off to check it out, the preview looks amazing! Congratulations on your feature in The Classroom.

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  3. marty21 July 2017 at 09:45

    always LOVE your cards!
    Thanks for sharing!!
    Thanks much ��
    marty ferraro

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  4. Pam Sparks21 July 2017 at 10:15

    of course I'm going to comment! Love your work Ardyth and will click to check out your latest creation! Thanks for sharing and inspiring!

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  5. Marlena M.21 July 2017 at 10:27

    Love your poppin' Christmas creation Ardyth! Congratulations!

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  6. Kristie Goulet21 July 2017 at 10:36

    LOVE your card, Ardyth! So awesome! Love the colors you chose to use.

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  7. cm21 July 2017 at 10:37

    Just back from EH and WOW! Not only is your pink/lime/teal Christmas card gorgeous, but your tutorial is absolutely excellent! From the 'how to' of colouring, to the layout of your design, you've certainly shared fabulous tips and left us feeling wonderfully inspired. Thrilled to see you in The Classroom; you're a fantastic teacher!
    Hugs~c

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  8. Janet a.k.a. swanlady2121 July 2017 at 10:48

    Congrats on the Guest Design spot. Wonderful card! Crazy to mask all those little lights - but an amazing result!

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  9. Kari V.21 July 2017 at 10:58

    Wow! This card is amazing! I love the background you created out of wreaths. And the masking for the tree lights is unreal! That must've taken a long time! Lol. Love the colors and how it all turned out. Absolutely beautiful!

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  10. Amanda Lopez21 July 2017 at 11:05

    Beautiful card!!! I really like the color scheme!!!!

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  11. maria f.21 July 2017 at 11:12

    YAY you! So happy to see you over at EH. And what a labor of love! Oh those colors!

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  12. foleysfriend21 July 2017 at 11:36

    What an incredible card. Loving the sort of non-traditional colours. Thank you for taking the time to explain how the card was constructed.

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  13. Lisa's Creative Niche21 July 2017 at 11:48

    Yay! I can already tell I'm going to love this and the bright colors you've used!

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  14. Renee M21 July 2017 at 15:03

    I just saw your fun card, and it and the stamps are terrific! I like the colors you used and your idea to tuck the little sentiment banner in the "O." Beautifully done!

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  15. Marilyn21 July 2017 at 16:50

    Hi Ardyth,
    Love the colors and the overall fun in your card.

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  16. Sue McRae21 July 2017 at 17:29

    Saw your festive card over at EH. Love the vibrant colors and your clever use of the wreath stamp, it makes for a fun background!

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  17. Ann Marie21 July 2017 at 18:39

    I can't believe you were patient enough to put little masks on those lights! May I recommend that you think about getting a Molotow masking pen - I think it would be so much easier.

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  18. Susanne Vargas21 July 2017 at 20:03

    Congratulations on being featured at the Classroom today with your bright and cheerful card! So well deserved, too! Love how you created the border!

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  19. Denise Bryant21 July 2017 at 22:22

    Love the fun card you created! Awesome bright colors, and that tree is adorable!
    Thanks for sharing your card in the CLASSroom!

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  20. Nancy R.21 July 2017 at 22:56

    Terrific card, Ardyth, and your tutorial was helpful and inspiring. Love the colors you used, and the use of the wreath is so creative. Thanks for sharing your great talent with us!

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  21. Preeti D. (aka Dutt Preety)22 July 2017 at 01:05

    Wow! Such a bright and beautiful card :) i love those vibrant colors and that tree image is super fun.

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  22. clelie22 July 2017 at 01:50

    I am heading over to the ClassRoom and can't wait to see the tutorial! I love the sneak peek...the colors are wonderful and I love the touch of glitter on the banner.

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  23. LauraJane:)22 July 2017 at 05:28

    Kicking myself for shopping too quickly yesterday,,I got the JOY die but passed on the stamp sets as I had no idea of how to use them, until now! I LOVE how you made the BG Border with the wreath,, it adds so much!

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  24. Ruth22 July 2017 at 07:10

    What a fun card! Congratulations on being featured in the Classroom!

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  25. Teresa Doyle22 July 2017 at 07:15

    Ardyth your card is truly awesome. I love all of the colours and detail you have put into it, so worth it. A great tutorial.

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  26. Unknown22 July 2017 at 07:23

    Totally worth all the tiny masking.

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  27. MelissaF22 July 2017 at 07:43

    Wow, so vibrant and cheery, beautiful card on EH!

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  28. Craftychris22 July 2017 at 08:33

    I am off to check the full card out, it looks gorgeous! xxx

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  29. Enigma Artist22 July 2017 at 08:35

    Wow! Gorgeous card; I just love the color scheme and design.

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  30. Karen B.22 July 2017 at 09:36

    Your card is so bright and fun! Looking forward to meeting you in October!

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  31. Daria Z.22 July 2017 at 10:09

    Such a fun and festive Christmas card! I love how you used the wreath stamp to make that fabulous border.

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  32. gmanshk22 July 2017 at 10:16

    Your cards are always so beautiful. thanks for sharing.

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  33. Papercraft Boutique22 July 2017 at 10:49

    This is such a fun and cheerful holiday card, Ardyth! Love the beautifully colored (partial) wreath. The detail masking definitely worked well! Hideko

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  34. Jan22 July 2017 at 11:03

    Ardyth, congratulations on being on The Classroom. An honour! You're in great company. I love this card. The bright non traditional colours, which I am fond of and that sentiment tag and where you placed it.

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  35. Chris Weber22 July 2017 at 11:30

    Beautiful,cheerful,and full of JOY!I love the colors you used. I'm inspired to start on Christmas cards now!

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  36. Lagene22 July 2017 at 11:33

    AWESOME card, I love how the background was made with the wreath stamp! Thanks for the heads up about Ellen H. 40% off sale!

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  37. Unknown22 July 2017 at 11:55

    What a fun card. Love the non-traditional colors and the design.

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  38. Linda22 July 2017 at 12:11

    Such a great card!! Congrats and thanks for sharing!!

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  39. Pam A22 July 2017 at 12:20

    Congrats, Ardyth, on being featured "In the Classroom". Love how you mixed all these stamps for a fun vibrant card.

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  40. Becky Selecman22 July 2017 at 14:44

    Always look forward to being inspired by you. Maybe if I start working on my Christmas cards now I will be ready by the time Christmas rolls around!

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  41. Lynn22 July 2017 at 15:12

    Way to go on the GDT! You are awesome! Love this fun card! You're motivating me to keep going on my Christmas cards!

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  42. Jen Timko22 July 2017 at 15:49

    Another extraordinary card! What a fun set of colors! Sooo happy to see you as a guest designer for EH.

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  43. Amy C.22 July 2017 at 16:08

    I love your modern Christmas card with all those fun colors!

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  44. Brawny x22 July 2017 at 17:44

    Great colours. Fab design x

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  45. Jeanne H22 July 2017 at 17:55

    One can tell this is an Ardyth card - bright colors and wonderful design. Just saying...

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  46. Kris in Alaska22 July 2017 at 20:44

    Hopping over to see the full details of your card now!

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  47. Pat22 July 2017 at 23:04

    Absolutely love everything about this card, Ardyth.

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  48. Sandy Small22 July 2017 at 23:59

    Lovely card! I really like how the lights popped!

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  49. Monika.Buzsy23 July 2017 at 04:39

    Such a pretty and fun card Adryth. Love the background panel with the colorful bubbles... wow! the masking job is amazing! I love cutting, but those bulbs are tiny!

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  50. Anita in France23 July 2017 at 05:29

    Many congratulations on guest designing with EH, Ardyth! What a brilliant card ... vibrant, contemporary and so deliciously detailed ... great inspiration! Hugs & bisous, Anita :)

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  51. Anonymous23 July 2017 at 06:23

    Congrats on being featured on The Classroom, Ardyth! Your card is very pretty - I love the non traditional colors. And I can imagine you are still finding those tiny lightbulb masks!

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  52. Marcia23 July 2017 at 08:35

    Love the bright colors! So pretty and fun for the holidays!

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  53. Unknown23 July 2017 at 12:55

    Your card almost has a tropical Christmas feel. Love the color combination.

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  54. Cat Craig24 July 2017 at 00:39

    True Ardyth style, happy bright and perfect!

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  55. Kathy Mc24 July 2017 at 01:11

    WOW, Ardyth, this is fabulous and can't believe your attention to detail, especially masking those lights. Awesome idea coloring partial wreaths for your border. That whimsical tree is such a fun look.

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  56. kiwimeskreations24 July 2017 at 02:54

    Stunning card Ardyth - the green and black are so dramatic
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  57. Judy B24 July 2017 at 10:47

    Oh my gosh, your card is so cute. Thanks for sharing with us.

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  58. Anonymous25 July 2017 at 11:56

    WOW I absolutely LOVE your card!!! I have this stamp set and think I will give it a try:) Thanks for sharing!!!

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  59. Helen Gullett25 July 2017 at 18:00

    Love your card, Ardyth! You are always on inspiration. Thank you so much!

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  60. Shona Chambers26 July 2017 at 02:10

    Yay you!! How exciting and your card is spectacular!! Love the bright colours and the way you used the wreath to create the background pattern is genius!

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  61. momelisse27 July 2017 at 07:35

    Congratulations! Your invitation to guest design for Ellen is well deserved recognition. Your talent for clean and graphic is unsurpassed... and your card is another I'll be CASEing!

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  62. Beth27 July 2017 at 17:22

    Love the color combo for a Christmas card!

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  63. Jackie27 July 2017 at 17:25

    I just saw the link on Instagram and I'm off to check it out!

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  64. Joy Meadows27 July 2017 at 17:34

    Such a festive and fun card, Ardyth! Just love this cute tree.

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  65. Scrapperdipper27 July 2017 at 17:38

    I just love your cards. This is an adorable holiday card that anyone would love to receive.

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  66. Allie L.27 July 2017 at 17:57

    This card is so cute and whimsical. Love it!

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  67. Avra Williams27 July 2017 at 18:19

    Going to check it out! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  68. Jewel27 July 2017 at 18:25

    Christ is Born!

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  69. FD9135427 July 2017 at 19:13

    Love the colors you've used!

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  70. Natalia27 July 2017 at 19:39

    The colors are great! This is such a cute card.

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  71. Jennifer Cole27 July 2017 at 20:18

    EH has become my go to place for supplies. I love their fast shipping and personal touches.

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  72. Jodi C.27 July 2017 at 20:21

    Congrats on being in The Classroom!!! This card is gorgeous.....STUNNING!!! It definitely shows you deserve to be there😍!! Not much of a Christmas in July girl but if all the art I saw was like this ........I might just change my mind 😊. Thanks.

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  73. conil27 July 2017 at 20:28

    I truly love that sweet Charlie Brown tree of Julie's. One of my favorites & your rendition is perfect.

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  74. Samantha d designs27 July 2017 at 20:29

    Always love your cards. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  75. Lola G.27 July 2017 at 21:05

    Such a fun card! Thanks so much for offering such a delightful prize!

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  76. Kilcha Goos27 July 2017 at 21:17

    You are a woman of endless patience! But, as always, your diligence paid off into this stunningly creative card!!!

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  77. JulieP27 July 2017 at 21:31

    I really love your color combo. Such a fun holiday card!

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  78. Vitak27 July 2017 at 21:36

    I know this tree has a lot more green, but for some reason it makes me think so much of the Charlie Brown Christmas episode. I love it!

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  79. zehra27 July 2017 at 21:42

    Your cards irk is lovely, Great colors

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  80. Mary-Anne V27 July 2017 at 21:53

    Very fun image you used and awesome colours...really captures your attention.

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  81. Jill27 July 2017 at 22:20

    Well, as I've squealed, I love this card!!! You make such fun things, Ardyth! (in your sleep, I'm convinced!) So fun you are enabling one random winner!! :) Too kind! xo!

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  82. Hannah27 July 2017 at 22:32

    Congrats on your achievement!!! And I LOVE this beautifully colored card!

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  83. Stacey f27 July 2017 at 23:00

    Where do you find the time Ardyth? All of your Christmas cards are lovely. They bring on that true Christmas feeling. As always, thank you for the inspiration!

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  84. Michelle27 July 2017 at 23:19

    Awesome! Love the whimsical, modern feel!!

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  85. Bobby27 July 2017 at 23:27

    Those lights on the tree are fabulous, Ardyth, but I can't imagine cutting the tiny masks. I think I would have used a liquid mask.

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  86. Bonnie27 July 2017 at 23:39

    I love the whimsical style and the colours.

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  87. Unknown28 July 2017 at 01:29

    Love the bright colors for a bright holiday - what a lovely card!! Christmas card inspiration is coming early this year!

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  88. Deepti Aggarwal28 July 2017 at 01:46

    Wow..awesome card..love it totally..Pink lights are looking so beautiful..

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  89. Pip Lewer28 July 2017 at 02:30

    Apart from the overall wonderfulness of this card I LOVE the colours.

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