One persons Trash is a Card makers embellishment

When you need an embellishment, you probably don't go to your recycle bin. I didn't either until recently. I am finding as I make more cards, my imagination grows bigger and bigger. I find myself walking the aisle at Home depot looking at small objects and trying to think how these items would look on cards. I have to admit, Tim Holtz has been a big inspiration in this area. Many of his idea-ology embellishments do not look like your typical card embellishments. That is why I love them. Little items such as a bottle cap or soda can tab can really add dimension to your cards and create a unique look. This can be said for any types of crafting. There are so many items that can be used to create unique crafts. This is not a new concept, remember the days we use to make necklaces and art out of macaroni? Well, we are just taking it to the next level.

I made this card using a Cling Stamp from Recollections. I colored in my Santa image and matted it on black card stock. I created my Santa belt with black ribbon, black brads and a Soda Can Tab for the belt buckle.

I would like to enter this card into the following challenges:

• CWLC - #64 Anything Goes
• MIM - Anything Goes
• Always Playing With Paper - Merry Monday #81 Santa