I was inspired by artwork that is featured in the current Seasonal Expressions 1 book. I do not own the stamp set they used, but as I sat looking at it, I thought that my koala stamp set would fit it perfectly.
Recipe:
Paper: Dreamin' Big, Enchantment Paper Fundamentals, Hello Lovely, White Daisy CS (CTMH)
Stamps: Cute Koalas (retired), Finding the Words (CTMH)
Inks: Juniper, Black (CTMH)
Tools: Shinhan Alcohol Markers, Glue Pen, Micro-Tip Scissors, Paper-Piercer (CTMH)
Other: Grey Enamel Gems (CTMH)
I wish that this stamp set wasn't retired. I've used it a couple of times already. It reminds me of my favorite stuffed animal I had as a baby...a fuzzy koala bear that had felt tip ears and paws. It was pretty ragged after so many years, and my parents lost it in a move years back. But I still carry the memory of it.
Stay tuned for another card tomorrow with this same stamp set.
Casandra
I did a search on Pinterest, the other day, for ice cream cards. I came across a pretty card created by Stephanie Pike. I was inspired to create the following card. Thanks, Stephanie. Your artwork is gorgeous.
I used some retired washi and sequins from my stash to embellish, and even an embossing folder to give the ice cream some dimension. The ice cream and popcicle images were created in Design Space. I slice a 1" strip off the front of the card so you can see the green paper glued to the inside.
Found out something interesting while creating this card. LOL My dog freaks out when I use the embossing tool. I don't know if it's the sound that it puts off, or if the embossing powder has a smell that freaks him out, but he paces with his ears down, and jumps nervously whenever I look at him with the heat gun in hand. Whatever...he's silly.
Anyways, I hope that I've inspired you to use up some scraps, or dust off your cricut.
Happy crafting!
Casandra
Hello. It is extremely cold here right now and blowing snow. This kind of weather always makes me grateful for my warm, snuggly house.
Today, I have 2 cards to share with you that I made with the retired stamp set called "Friendly Pets".
I am entering this card into the Color Throwdown Challenge #CTD424.
I made a second card with the same sketch, but switched out the background paper. Which one do you prefer? I like them both.
Have a terrific day, and if you get a chance, play along with the Color Throwdown. You have until 1/9/17 to enter.
Casandra
