Monday, 3 November 2014

Preparing for Christmas

If you visit me often, you'll know that the whole concept of CAS freaks me out.

I feel outside my comfort zone.

Exposed in an unfamiliar land.

My projects feel unfinished.

However, I'm really trying harder to concentrate on the quality of my colouring.  So, in an attempt to improve my skills and focus on the image, this is my card for the new challenge at Without Words Challenge where the theme is Preparing for Christmas.  My little guy is doing just that, preparing his Christmas tree with the help of his furry friend.



Card Recipe:
I've been inspired by:
Happy crafting
Annette
xx



24 comments:

Chrissy said...

Beautiful Annette..gorgeous colouring and love this cute image.

luv CHRISSYxx

Squirrel x said...

And I struggle to believe that you find CAS cards difficult when you are overloaded with so much talent missus. This is super gorgeous, love the layout and your colourwork is top notch, as always. Hugs xx

Christine L said...

This is super-fabulous Annette... you should have more confidence in your CAS ability... like you say, it allows your superb colouring to shine through unhindered!

Hugs
Christine x

Jennifer said...

No-one would know you are out of your comfort zone, Annette. Your card is gorgeous, and your colouring is amazing!

Hugs,
Jennifer. x

Mojca said...

Oh I think the card is just wonderful Annette, your CAS cards are always gorgeous!!! hugs! Mojca

Eve said...

Hi Annette,
I also struggle with CAS and am trying to master it but you needn't worry - amazing card.
Your colouring is perfect.

I've just started to follow your blog as your cards are stunning.
xx

Carole Pollard said...

I'm another CAS struggler but I always love them when other people do them. So I must give it a try. Your card looks just fab its a gorgeous design and brilliant colouring Love and hugs Carole x

KT Fit Kitty said...

So adorable! I keep practicing CAS too - not easy when you enjoy adding lots of bits and bobs like I do! You've done a fab job here! I think you've nailed it with CAS!

Mervi said...

Hi Annette,
gorgeous colouring and fabulous card.
Thank you for sharing at Allsorts Masculine Challenge;-))m

Sarah said...

You need to concentrate on the quality of your colouring? I DON'T THINK SO!! This is a fabulous card, lovely little chap and the papers are perfect...as is the quality of your colouring!! xx

Debra K. said...

Your colouring is fabulous as is your CAS card! This doesn't look like a nervously made CAS to me. Wonderful paper choice and detailing. You should definitely do CAS cards more often. Debra x

Brawny x said...

Great card. Love this image x

Carol S. said...

Your colouring is amazing Annette. Love this image and a gorgeous card. I think you have definately mastered this CAS style. Hugs, Carol S.xx

brenda said...

A great traditional feel to this one Annette, really like the image as well.

Thanks so much for sharing your creativity with us at Stamping Sensation.

B x

Rainey's Craft Room said...

Superb colouring and traditional feel with this card, love it.
Lorraine

Craftdee said...

Wowsers! Not sure how much "improving" your colouring can have, it's FAB! You're rocking the CAS look though, it really does give the image the chance to shine :-) Donna xx

Sharla said...

I think it's gorgeous and your coloring is amazing! Thank you for joining us at A Random Fan!

jenn shurkus said...

love this image and you did an awesome job coloring it ;) Thank you for playing along with us at simon says stamp!

Jenni's Jems said...

Don't think you need practise with colouring this is so beautifully done ...really lovely and sweet card x

Mummylade said...

wonderful card and gorgeous colouring! Thank you for playing along with us at Allsorts this week!

Curly said...

This is gorgeous Annette, so beautiful and elegant and so amazingly coloured,
Have a lovely day
Hugs and Kind regards
Bridget :) x

Sally H said...

A fabulous Christmas creation! Love the squirrel! Thanks for joining us at Stamping Sensations this month and good luck!

Unknown said...

I know just how NAKED it feels, I hate doing CAS, but you are rocking the look!!! Perfect colour matching. Thanks for joining in with us at Stamping Sensations this month. Maddy x

Erica said...

Such a lovely simple card, Annette!

Thanks for joining our Lili of the Valley 'Merry Christmas!' challenge!

Good Luck!

Hugs

Erica x