Now comes the hardest part of the Challenge.
We decided we didn't want to use the Random Picker as it was felt
that cards should be chosen for a number of reasons not
'luck of the draw'.
'luck of the draw'.
When we look at the cards entered we are each drawn to different styles,
techniques and designs. So all the design team have input, each has been
asked to pick out three cards that stand out to them and why.
asked to pick out three cards that stand out to them and why.
The cards getting the most votes will then be posted on our Winners post
and the other cards will be listed under Top Pick and Honourable Mention.
It was a VERY difficult decision as usual picking our Winner and
It was a VERY difficult decision as usual picking our Winner and
Showcase ! We really struggled to narrow them down yet again.
Anyway here are the ones we chose this time below, hope
you agree with our choices ;)
you agree with our choices ;)
So ...drum roll...here is who won!
The Winner for our January Challenge was
No #47 Cardsfromhelen
Great background embossing, CAS design and such sunny
looking flowers. Also fabulous colour blending too.
Congratulations and don't forget to grab your badge below.
The Top Pick chosen by the Design team was
No #70 Sathya Kala
Just stunning ! we all loved the amazing deep embossing
and the beautiful colours. The vellum strip is a delicate
addition too.
Congratulations and don't forget to grab your badge below.
The Honourable Mentions for this month were
(in order of entry)
No # 14 Anita
Great design here and the gold embossing is gorgeous.
No #56 cimbacreativefu
Unusual mix of colours which works perfectly!
Almost an antique look to it too.
No # 71 Carol M
The bottom card was the entry here, although both are lovely.
Great colouring on the flower and subtle bokeh background
is fabulous too.
Congratulations and don't forget to grab your badge below.
Congratulations to all of you and don't forget to grab your badge.
Thank you for joining us and helping to create a stunning gallery
that celebrates floral stamps.
Vivien has made this wonderful badge for anyone who would
like to display it on the sidebar on their blog.
We hope you enjoyed playing along and that you'll come join us
again for a new challenge starting 4th February
