Lynn McAuley here with the final CCEE Stampers Challenge for 2021. Last week we shared Christmas traditions within our families. Today's challenge might involve a bit of research on your part.
I would like for all those who are taking part in this challenge to select a country or culture other than their own and feature on the front of their cards a unique element or tradition from that country or culture's holiday celebrations!
I have chosen Holland. Every year during the days leading up to Christmas, Dutch children eagerly place their shoes by the fireplace in hopes that Sinterklaas will fill them with small gifts and tasty treats in the night. Traditionally, carrots are left in the shoes for Sinterklaas' loyal white horse named Amerigo.
In
years past, naughty children would receive a potato in lieu of gifts!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all our CCEE Fans!
We look forward to seeing you back for more fun challenges in 2022!
The CCEE Design Crew:
Beautiful fireside scene, Merry Christmas
ReplyDeleteLynn, there's just something so cozy about a fire in a fireplace. I love that you've captured that feel on your fun card!
ReplyDeleteFireplaces and Christmas just go together!!! You mixed in a little bit of Texas with that Dutch tradition with the boots Lovely card!
ReplyDeleteOh the boots by the fireplace is just perfect! I actually knew of this tradition as they did it in Germany, too! LOVE this! Have a wonderful Christmas, Lynn, and the happiest of New Years! I'll see you in 2022!
ReplyDeleteThis is one spectacular fireplace and love the filled boots and love they reflect our Texan heritage as well. What a fabulous card!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great challenge and fun tradition. It's pretty close to the stockings I guess. Love your scene and your texture on the bricks is amazing
ReplyDeleteLove this pretty card- the boots bring Texas to Germany! The fireplace is so pretty! Do you think anyone gets potatoes in their shoes?
ReplyDeleteLove your nicely done Christmas card...and hearing about another country's Christmas tradition!
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