Giveaway
Cardmaking, whether from fabric, mixed media or solely paper, gains attention as we approach the holidays.  These may be greeting cards, thank you notes, invitations, and place cards for parties.
For those who enjoy giveaways as well as making cards, stop by Linette’s She Knows Parties Close to My Heart Giveaway for Making Handmade Holiday Cards and Invitations.  (Linette’s giveaway runs through Nov. 21)
Do you have any special techniques for cardmaking that combine fabric and other media?  I enjoy making and receiving handmade cards. 

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In keeping with our Christmas in July theme, I’ll mention Linette’s post, Trends in Christmas Trees, at She Knows Parties.  In the video Linette refers to, we learn about the colors used this year, plus natural ornaments or those resembling the out-of-doors, and a change in tree toppers.
You may want to look into these trends as you plan on making ornaments for your tree, as well as interior and exterior holiday decorating.
(c)2008 Mary Emma Allen