Jul 31 2009

Stocking Elves and Rubber Gifts

Published by Julia Stainton at 6:14 am under Card Designs, Cornish Heritage Farms

Here in Canada we’re not only finishing out July, it’s the start of the Civic Holiday long weekend. Yippee for an extra day off! I thought I’d finish out the month with another “Christmas in July” design. Today also brings another B & O Railroad release. If you’re thinking that means just trains…think again. They have a large collection of fabulous vintage art and just look at this sweet Stocking Elves image below. I adore silhouettes!

Stocking Elves

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Quick Tip: Stamp images over a Scrapblock or Backgrounder image to add depth and interest.

Supply List:

Stamps: Stocking Elves (B&O line) by CHF
Newspaper Ads Scrapblock by CHF
Vintage Christmas Expressions (MLM line) by CHF
Ink: Black and Ladybug Red Memento Ink byTsukineko
Paper: Simply Smooth white cardstock by CHF, Chirstmas Magic paper pad by Little Yellow Bicycle
Other: sewing machine, ribbon by May Arts, rhinestones by Prima

As for the rubber gifts…I also have some more rubber to share with you. It’s the  Night Before Christmas stamp set to share this time. Anyone up for a new Christmas set? If so, simply comment on this post by 9 pm EST Sunday August 2nd. I’ll randomly draw a comment number to win. Winner will be posted on this blog Monday morning. :) Good luck!

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Have a fabulous summer weekend!

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73 Responses to “Stocking Elves and Rubber Gifts”

  1. Karen (ON)on 31 Jul 2009 at 6:47 am 1

    Just got back from a week in Western Ontario! Love this Xmas card! The stocking Elves are adorable. The vintage image stamps require less (or no) colouring and are great for mass producing Xmas cards. Would love to own the Night Before Christmas set (and most of the CHF images!) Thanks for the opportunity.

  2. chrisdon 31 Jul 2009 at 6:49 am 2

    Your Stocking Elves is fun and reminds me of when I was little.
    Oooh is is so quaint and wonderful. It looks like antique postcards.How this set will get me feeling like a “White Christmas” Hugs from Michigan.

  3. Andi Sexton (rrlscrapgal)on 31 Jul 2009 at 6:57 am 3

    Another gorgeous creation!!!!!!!
    And really ‘need’ to get that Night Before Christmas set!!! Too many fun images!

    Definitely going to be a vintage Christmas theme this year!
    Thanks for all the great ideas!

  4. Jess Gordonon 31 Jul 2009 at 6:59 am 4

    I love it :)! These are my favorite style of Christmas stamps - thanks for the chance to win them :). ~xo Jess

  5. Susanon 31 Jul 2009 at 6:59 am 5

    Too cute! Great layout, too. Simple but VERY effective and appealing. This paper pad looks worth searching for - where’s your supplier? Thanks for the chance to win. Have a great holiday.

  6. LauraBon 31 Jul 2009 at 7:02 am 6

    great card! Your tip about adding multiple layered stamped images is so true and a great reminder-thanks!
    I covet The Night before Christmas stamp set (sigh) and can’t wait to see more of your work with it’s images.
    thanks for sharing~L

  7. Barbaraon 31 Jul 2009 at 7:07 am 7

    You amaze me. You have such great talent. I have used your ideas so many times in my personal cards to family and friends. Thank you for your wonderful work and thank you for the opportunity to win a beautiful Christmas stamp set.

  8. Lottieon 31 Jul 2009 at 7:18 am 8

    I adore your blog and am becoming totally addicted to your designs, and more importantly for a relative beginner, I am getting lots of ideas and ‘free’ lessons on how to make cards.

    Thank you so much for the chance to win one of your fabulous plates of stamps

    I am do happen to strike lucky, I would gladly pay the postage to the UK where I live.

    I really ought to get the confidence to make my own Christmas cards this year

  9. cards4uon 31 Jul 2009 at 7:28 am 9

    I’m loving this Christmas in July! Wonderful idea to stamp on the scrapblock design - this image is perfect for that! Great DP - thanks for sharing your resources and the chance to play!

  10. Joyce Bon 31 Jul 2009 at 7:30 am 10

    Oh, Julie, I love silhouettes, too.

    These Christmas stamps are wonderful and I’d love to have them as part of my collection. Maybe I’ll be the lucky winner. Thanks for the chance. Joyce

  11. Colleenon 31 Jul 2009 at 7:32 am 11

    The only thing better than Christmas is Vintage Christmas. Love these pieces and my family always teases me because I love to take silhouette photos. Thanks for showing us.

  12. Karen (DE)on 31 Jul 2009 at 7:54 am 12

    Adorable set. I love vintage. Brings back great memories too! Thanks for the opportunity Julia.

  13. Sandraon 31 Jul 2009 at 8:00 am 13

    How wonderful would these be!!! This is the first year I have actually started my Christmas cards before mid-November!!! Thanks for sharing.

  14. Robin Kirkpatrickon 31 Jul 2009 at 8:02 am 14

    Love this set - it’s on my wishlist for my $50 gift certificate ;-) Very cute idea to stamp on top of the scrapblock image that way. How’s that new puppy?? He’s a cutie pie - more pictures, please!

  15. susan lileson 31 Jul 2009 at 8:03 am 15

    i love the vintage Christmas look, Julia! These stamps are perfect!! Have a fun holiday. It’s almost time for school to start, can you believe it!? sus

  16. sandygailon 31 Jul 2009 at 8:11 am 16

    I love these Christmas designs. Thanks for a chance to win.

  17. Sue Son 31 Jul 2009 at 8:45 am 17

    Hey J,
    Love this set was gonna order it. Lovely cards..Enjoy the holiday looks like the weather may actually cooperate.

  18. Eleanoron 31 Jul 2009 at 8:58 am 18

    LOVE YOUR CARD AND THIS STAMP SET IS AWESOME! bRINGS BACK MEMORIES AND WOULD LOVE TO WIN.

  19. Candyon 31 Jul 2009 at 9:01 am 19

    OMG! You don’t know how much I want this stamp set! I makes boxes of Christmas tags to give friends at the beginning of the season and this would be perfect for this year’s tags. Thank you so much!

  20. Cathy Whitemanon 31 Jul 2009 at 10:06 am 20

    I really like the look of the silhouette stamped over the background stamp. Sometimes it’s the simple things…….I’d love to win the beautiful Christmas set.

  21. Trishon 31 Jul 2009 at 10:07 am 21

    Happy Friday Julia,

    I love this set. It’s quite hard to find an elegant, classic and timeless Christmas stamp set. This one has all your holiday cards covered. Have a great weekend.
    Trish

  22. Tricia Deeon 31 Jul 2009 at 10:09 am 22

    What a great card and a great set! I love the vintage style!

  23. Robbie Rubalaon 31 Jul 2009 at 10:28 am 23

    This is a gorgeous set. Thanks for the chance to win it.

    Robbie

  24. Debraon 31 Jul 2009 at 10:38 am 24

    Oooh.. love this set! I love vintage and especially Christmas. Thanks for the chance to win!

  25. Melissa (SCS: Stampin_Melissa)on 31 Jul 2009 at 10:47 am 25

    Such a lovely card Julia! This stamp set is so awesome, so many wonderful images! Thank you for the opportunity to win!

    Melissa

  26. Susan Bajdekon 31 Jul 2009 at 10:57 am 26

    Your card is darling. I love all these nostalgic stamps, and Cornish Heritage Farms has some of the best. I especially like the Night Before Christmas set as it reminds me of when I was a little girl, which was a long time ago. Thanks for sharing.

  27. Trudion 31 Jul 2009 at 11:10 am 27

    Oh Julia, you all are killing me with these new sets! My wishlist is getting a little long!!!!!!! My last 2 designs both have been with CHFs stamps and I have to say….the quality of their stamps… there is no comparison out there…they are way over the top! I LUV the new offerings … you give me inspiration!!!
    Thanks for all you do!

  28. reflections:0)on 31 Jul 2009 at 11:13 am 28

    Really cool card… That is one awesome new stamp set I like the vintage feel of it…

    reflections:0)

  29. Deb Rymeron 31 Jul 2009 at 11:14 am 29

    Luscious card - and what a beautiful stamp set! Thanks for the opportunity!

  30. C Burkeon 31 Jul 2009 at 11:19 am 30

    I love your vintage stamps! It sure is time to get started on Christmas projects.

  31. Beth Smithon 31 Jul 2009 at 12:04 pm 31

    I love vintage Christmas images - your samples are wonderful. I check your blog daily for new ideas. Thanks for sharing.

  32. Janet Bon 31 Jul 2009 at 12:04 pm 32

    I LOVE this card! Thanks for sharing and enjoy the long weekend.

  33. Julie Campbellon 31 Jul 2009 at 12:19 pm 33

    I LOVE this set! And… all of your projects have been fantastic! :)

  34. Jennifer Scullon 31 Jul 2009 at 1:52 pm 34

    I am lovin’ every one of the images in this new set! and your card is wonderful, as always! enjoy your long weekend! :)

  35. Heather Mon 31 Jul 2009 at 3:04 pm 35

    I am utterly addicted to our daily visits and am completely in love with your vintage Christmas stamp set! I can only cross so many things crossable, but am doing so in the hopes of a win.
    Thanks for the chance to win, as well as for the wonderful tip :)

    La Pretzel in Montreal,
    Heather M

  36. k.m.on 31 Jul 2009 at 3:11 pm 36

    Really like your Christmas card……..and thanks for passing along the great tip (stamping on bg. paper to give depth)!!

  37. Chris R. from Iowaon 31 Jul 2009 at 3:28 pm 37

    Love this set. So many fun stamps. Love your examples as always as well as your tips. Thanks for a chance to win! Looking forward to more fun examples.

  38. Bev J.on 31 Jul 2009 at 3:46 pm 38

    Love that cute image stamped on the ad paper-neat idea. tfs

    Love the Christmas set-great blog candy and Thanks for the chance to win.

  39. CoreyWon 31 Jul 2009 at 3:53 pm 39

    that card is gorgeous! then again all your cards are!

    I have this Christmas stamp set in my cart at CHF - how fun it would be to win it instead! thanks for the chance :)

  40. Peggy S. from OHon 31 Jul 2009 at 3:58 pm 40

    Love the set. Hope you draw my number!

  41. Traceyon 31 Jul 2009 at 4:00 pm 41

    Your card is simply gorgeous Julia! Love it!

  42. kimmieon 31 Jul 2009 at 4:47 pm 42

    oh my that card is too precious. I love this christmas set

  43. Janiceon 31 Jul 2009 at 4:55 pm 43

    Oh my goodness! This set is soooo adorable. It is a must have. The possibilities are virtually endless. Just think of the cards, gift tags, paper you can make with these stamps. The set makes me feel all warm and cozy on the inside-awhh the good old days when we were young and innocent. If only all of us could see the world through the eyes of a child everyday including Christmas time.

  44. Nimueon 31 Jul 2009 at 7:05 pm 44

    Really nice card. I love this stamp. I’m having trouble with the concept of Christmas so soon but that’s just my usual procrastinating self - Nimmy

  45. Michelleon 31 Jul 2009 at 7:23 pm 45

    Your card is adorable! I absolutely love this stamp set!

  46. Rebekahon 31 Jul 2009 at 7:27 pm 46

    So pretty! I love the images..very christmasy.
    thanks for the chance to win!

  47. jayneon 31 Jul 2009 at 7:41 pm 47

    Hello
    I think this set is so dainty and I love anything with a vintage feel. I love it better than any Stampin Up Sets I have seen. Even if I don’t win, I still will visit your site everyday as I do now. Thanks for such wonderful ideas!

  48. Jeryon 31 Jul 2009 at 9:01 pm 48

    I love the Stocking Elves card! Silhouettes are so fun - I might have to break down and buy that one! I am so glad all things vintage are becoming more popular - they have always been my favorite. Thanks for the chance to win a great set!

  49. Mimi H.on 31 Jul 2009 at 9:27 pm 49

    I love the vintage feel to the stamps. Thanks for the chance to win.

  50. Brenda MANZon 31 Jul 2009 at 10:20 pm 50

    OH, I know I’d love to have a copy of these stamps-loved your card, and ideas, and absolutely love this stamp set! It would find a cozy home here with me!!
    Hugs & SUNSHINE, BRENDA

  51. Deniseon 31 Jul 2009 at 11:02 pm 51

    I am still loving the vintage look and the Christmas in July! You are amazing!

  52. Lindaon 01 Aug 2009 at 12:32 am 52

    You and I am of the same mind set as I just did a Christmas in July workshop. Love, love, love the vintage look of this stamp set. Thanks for giving us a chance to win one. I’ll keep my fingers crossed.

  53. Monika Davison 01 Aug 2009 at 3:30 am 53

    Fabulous card Julia! Love the precious main image… the BG stamp… the stitching! Great colors too… I am always up for a new Christmas set. :o) TFS!

  54. Lauraon 01 Aug 2009 at 4:19 am 54

    I just love how you’re stamping the newspaper backgrounder with such pretty colored inks. It really looks great here layered with the silouette.

    Thanks for the chance to win the christmas set!

  55. laura huffmanon 01 Aug 2009 at 6:21 am 55

    lovely Christmas set. would love to have it in my stash.
    thanks so much for sharing.
    have a great weekend.

  56. Kim Princeon 01 Aug 2009 at 7:57 am 56

    Oh your card is adorable! What a beautiful set you are giving away…very generous of you! I can’t wait to see more of your wonderful creations…have a great day!

    :)
    Kim P,

  57. Hollyon 01 Aug 2009 at 8:33 am 57

    I have this stamp set on my wish list over at CHF. It’s such a fun and fresh vintage set. Thanks for the chance to win, Julia!

  58. Adairon 01 Aug 2009 at 8:42 am 58

    What I great card! The background stamp looks great behind the silhouette stamp. I love the vintage Christmas stamp set. I’m keeping my fingers crossed!

  59. Danaon 01 Aug 2009 at 8:43 am 59

    I’ve been enjoying your “Christmas in July.” What a great Christmas set…I love how you’ve been using it and I’d certainly love the opportunity to win it myself! Thanks for all of the inspiration and motivation you share with the stamping community. Dana

  60. Jean Beckon 01 Aug 2009 at 8:50 am 60

    Wow, Julia, this card is stunning!! I love the quilt-like feel it has - adds to the homey warmth of the scene! Thanks so much for the chance to win you awesome Night Before Christmas set!

  61. Judithon 01 Aug 2009 at 9:22 am 61

    Love all the images in this stamp set. I can see many uses for it from Christmas tags and cards to scrapbooking pages. Thanks for sharing all your wonderful tips and talents.

  62. Leahon 01 Aug 2009 at 9:51 am 62

    Love your card! And that new set is fabulous:)

  63. Susan Gon 01 Aug 2009 at 10:41 am 63

    I don’t have any vintage Christmas stamps although I love that look. Your samples are always so inspiring. Thanks for offering the set.

  64. conniemelanconon 01 Aug 2009 at 11:01 am 64

    beautiful card and i love the stamps. thanks for a chance to win.

  65. Bonnie aka raduseon 01 Aug 2009 at 11:32 am 65

    Twas the night before, and I so missed this post. :) Cool card Julia, and yeah, that set so brings back memories.

  66. Phyllison 01 Aug 2009 at 3:52 pm 66

    THis set has been calling my name since I first saw it! Love your Christmas card!

  67. Mary Annon 01 Aug 2009 at 5:35 pm 67

    This Christmas set reminds me so much of my childhood Christmases. Very vintage and homey, warm and inviting. Just so right for this holiday.

  68. Jan Larsonon 01 Aug 2009 at 6:45 pm 68

    I really love this vintage Christmas set. There are so many ways to use these images, and not just for cards; I think they would work well for ATCs and tags, too. Thanks for sharing it with a lucky winner!

  69. Andrea McCulleyon 01 Aug 2009 at 10:27 pm 69

    I love the card and all the ways you are using the Newspaper Ads Scrapblock in colors other than black! Thank you for the chance to win the stamp set! I really love those vintage images with children!

  70. SherylHon 01 Aug 2009 at 11:26 pm 70

    Great card! It is hard to think about Christmas when it is hot but it will be here before you know it. This stamp set has some wonderful vintage images to use.

  71. Elaineon 02 Aug 2009 at 1:56 pm 71

    Julia, There’s something really special about this vintage set! I really like the charm and the sweet feeling of olden days on your card!

  72. Lucyon 02 Aug 2009 at 2:36 pm 72

    Oh, wow, I really love this christmas set. Would you please join me in? I hope overseas can get a chance too!
    Thanks a lot, Lucy from holland

  73. amandaon 02 Aug 2009 at 10:40 pm 73

    I’m so loving your vintage stamps. I am inspired by your work! thanks for sharing.