Magic (OUAS & Zeus and Zoe Challenges)

We're only half way into December and i can't believe how many Christmas layouts i've shared already!  And i'm not done! hehehe  I normally don't scrapbook Christmas this much, but i have to say that i have been enjoying myself with the bright reds and the sparkling golds and the festive gems and the shiny ribbons!

My layout today is no exception!

I have been inspired by 2 different challenges.

First, on the Zeus and Zoe blog, the December challenge is to use at least 3 elements that sparkle and shine.  I think i might have overdone myself just a little :) 

- Gold and red bling

- Paper from My Mind's Eye Lost and Found Christmas collection has red glitter on it

- Chipboard covered with shimmery gold Perfect Pearls

- Chipboard sprinkled with red glitter

- Gold snowflake metal trinkets

- Shiny white ribbon

Second, i based my layout design on the December sketch at Once Upon A ...Sketch. 

 The OUAS journaling criteria this month is to interpret the theme 'It's December...' however we like.  I decided to make a list of what December means to me.

I wrapped my journaling around the edges of my layout.

It reads:

December means many things to me,

all leading to one special feeling in my heart...

the Magic of Christmas:

- Sugar the cat's fascination with the tree decorations -

- Going off my diet with almost no guilt -

- Glittery paper and shimmery flowers on my craft table -

- The twinkle in Ella & Daphne's eyes at the mere mention of Santa -

- Cooking meat pies while chit-chatting with my Mom -

- Hot cocoa with marshmallows on cold nights -

- Finding myself surprisingly wishing for snow -

- Parties, food, drinks and quality company -

- Extra cuddles and kisses by the fireplace with Yves -

 

Are you blinded from all the sparkle and shine?!

Thank you for dropping by!  Hopefully i put a little shimmer in your day! :)