Can you believe it's July and we're CELEBRATING Christmas in July at The Bug Blog?!
Yes sir, this week is all about the Christmas in July!!
You should have hopped here from our great Bugaboo leader, Tammy Millers blog.
If you arrived here out of sheer luck, you'll want to start at the beginning (so you don't miss any of the fabulous Christmas in July inspiration). Start HERE.
If you're right where you're supposed to be :) Congrats, let's get to hoppin'!
I'm not sure about you, but with a baby on the way in just a few short weeks, getting ahead on Christmas cards is right up my alley!
Along with our Christmas in July Hop today we have our challenge -
SHOW US YOUR SANTA!
How can you not love this little guy - reminds me of the beach (or at least the drink in his hand does). :)
Image - Bugaboo Stamps - Tropical Santa Drink
Papers - Miscellaneous from my scrappy bin, PTI cardstock & Kraft
Tools - EK Success Border Punch
Extra STUFF - Velvet Ribbon, Dimensionals, Stazon Jet Black Ink & Miscellaneous Sentiment Stamp
So, what do to next?
WELL....leave me a comment below. One lucky commenter will win this cute santa for their collection.
THEN, let's get hoppin......
Your Next Stop will be with the very talented Jen Leeflang
Thanks so much for hoppin' by! Be sure you play along with us all week!!
Hugs & Happy Christmas in July Days!
So, what do to next?
WELL....leave me a comment below. One lucky commenter will win this cute santa for their collection.
THEN, let's get hoppin......
Your Next Stop will be with the very talented Jen Leeflang
Thanks so much for hoppin' by! Be sure you play along with us all week!!
Hugs & Happy Christmas in July Days!
Challenge Submissions:
Art by Miran - Anything Goes (1 of 3)
Christmas Stampin' All Year Long - Anything Goes (*Limit 1 Entry)
Sister Act Card Challenge - Anything Goes
The Outlawz Coloring Challenge - At the Beach/Pool
Min - he is sure a cutie - that Santa enjoying the warm weather - thank you for the hop Min - you did a nice job on your card - I like your paper choices that border and lovely ribbon! have a blessed week! utb01@att.net
ReplyDeleteHey, Min. Santa is relaxing and I love it. Cute card. I wonder if that's egg nog in his drink.
ReplyDeleteLove the Santa Min. Thanks for all the hard work you put in to make this years Christmas In July a fun event. I am so excited for you and your Hubby and the baby that will be here in just a few short weeks. I can't believe the time has gone by so fast. Sending Hugs.
ReplyDeleteCute & funny Santa Christmas card. Perfect for a tropical Christmas. The colors of the papers & ribbon complement the colors of your Santa wonderfully.
ReplyDeleteMelissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
adorable Santa image...such a cute card, love the details and papers to
ReplyDeleteLove this Min!
ReplyDeleteI love this image, and I think your card looks very 'Christmasy' with these traditional colors and patterns. Nice!
ReplyDeleteaww, fun! Great card!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Karen C
Super cute image and I love the traditional colors. Makes the card so festive! xx
ReplyDeleteEma
I love this, Min! Those tropical Santa images are some of my Christmas faves! Bang up job with your sketch choice. MWAH!
ReplyDeleteLove the green velvet ribbon...that just says "Christmas" even though it is a non-traditional theme...great card!
ReplyDeleteSanta needs a vacation too....& a drink with an umbrella to relax! Cute card.
ReplyDeleteFun santa and great choice papers. Fun blog hop.
ReplyDeleteCute Cute Cute!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun card, and I just love this cute Santa having some holiday fun!
ReplyDeleteWonderful card Min.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the baby.
Traceyx
Love your cute Santa. Ursula xxxx
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun card!! Love the tropical look. Great job!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun card - love the red and green and that velvet ribbon is just yummy - I just may have to join Santa for a cold one :-) Your card definitely puts me in the mood for the holidays!
ReplyDeleteLove your card, Min! I really enjoy thinking of Santa--and the beach--and sand--and warm weather!
ReplyDeletevery cute...even Santa needs a break
ReplyDeleteAwesome, love the rich velvet ribbon...and I wish I had one of those drinks right now!
ReplyDeleteCute Santa image! Congrats on your upcoming new addition :-)
ReplyDeleteOh my word, Min. This is just so stinking cute. Love, love, love it.
ReplyDeleteI love your Santa - fab card.
ReplyDeleteToni xx
Even Santa needs some time at the beach :) So cute!
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful - I absolutely love Bugaboo Stamps (and their generous sponsorship for my CHNC challenges0 - loving this CIJ x
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card and I love your digital.
ReplyDeleteLove the tropical Santa !!
ReplyDeleteFun design, Min.
ReplyDeleteLove that Santa and your great card Min. Hope you are keeping well, a very exciting time ahead! Jx
ReplyDeleteLooks like Santa's taking a little break. Thanks for sharing your CUTE card.
ReplyDeleteCrafty Hugs,
D~
DesignsByDragonfly.blogspot
Wish I was wiggling my toes in the sand! BTW, I love the way you colored it. And the velvet ribbon is gorgeous! Wonderful Santa card.
ReplyDeleteTFS in the hop.
Hugs,
DebiB
Love the vibrant colors. Very nice card!
ReplyDeleteMin, I am lovin everyone of your cards for the hop! They are all so cute!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Nancy
Love love Santa on the beach! Adorable.
ReplyDeleteGreat summer Santa perfect colours!
ReplyDeleteLove the card-what fun! Just what I would imagine Santa would do after the big night! LOL
ReplyDeleteHi Min! Hope you are doing well! I presume you are getting quite excited! Cute card, love this Santa image!
ReplyDeleteLove this card, but love more having you as my counterpart! I could not do this without you and I appreciate all you do!
ReplyDeleteLove the addition of the velvet ribbon. Great card - and just the image to warm me up! I'm on my way back home from a break and have spent the night at a place near the snow - and it is cold!
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