Hello again everyone!

It’s that time of year – LucieG’s Christmas in July!

I haven’t crafted much over the past few months, although I have spent time in my craftroom as I’ve been reorganising it. I touched stamps and dies that hadn’t see the light of day in years! Anyway, I feel the least prepared for Christmas in July this year and I’m also out of practice, but I’m sure I will soon get back into the swing of things… I hope so anyway!

I’ve dedicated July to Christmas cardmaking since 2019 and had always felt that I reaped the benefits in November/December when life always seems to get super busy! Once again, I’m doing this series for the pure joy of creating Christmas cards as I rarely take part in challenges nowadays. I also need to make sure I have a good selection of ‘mailable’ cards – which means few layers and no gems because the Royal Mail’s machines just tear those off!

You’ll also see that I’ve added a new ‘handmade’ flag on my photos. I’m seeing a lot of AI creations (and text) in my social media feeds nowadays and what was once a moment of shared connection is starting to feel fake. I wish more creators would take add something like this so I know what designs have heart and soul behind them!

First up, for Christmas in July Day 1, I’m using a an old favourite Bottlebrush Tree by Savvy Stamps. I think this may have started my obsession with bottlebrush tree dies!

I’ll definitely be sending this one out in the mail!

Thanks for stopping by!

LucieG.