Spring Thank You

After watching a video on Simon Says Stamp's blog, I decided to make the card that was demonstrated.  I had the needed tools/supplies, so it was quite easy to recreate.  All of the papers used on this card are from their paper pad, Carta Bella Spring Market.  The stamps are from their Showers & Flowers stamp set.  I did stamp and then cut out the bunny on the SNC.  In the video they stamped the bunny over the lined image and I did not care for that much.  Before cutting her out,  I colored her with three shades of gray colored pencils and some Gamsol.  I did not have a little white cotton ball for the tail, so I added a little clear Wink of Stella.  Have a great day!

Sending Hugs

The image on today's card is another digital stamp image I found on Pinterest.  I colored the little bear using alcohol markers.  I then brushed Flirty Flamingo and Crumb Cake inks on the background to make it appear as if the little bear has his paws on a table looking at someone.  I am thinking I need to draw a line between the two ink colors to make the area more defined.  The Stampin' Up Layered Square framelits were perfect for framing the image.  The polka dot paper is retired SU pattern paper in Crumb Cake.   Between the Scan N Cut and digital stamps, I am having fun exploring other avenues for card-making.  Have a great day!

Silly Flamingos

This is a silly little get well card created using Clearly Besotted's Fluffy Flamingos stamp set.  I did not purchase the dies for this set ($39!) as I hoped the Scan N Cut would cut them out.  And it did!  I stamped six and cut six and saved $39 plus!  I colored them brightly with alcohol markers and adhered them to a ink brushed piece of white cardstock.  These silly little guys will surely bring a smile to someone's face.   Have a great day!

Easter Chick

This week is turning into a Spring-themed week on my blog!  Isn't this a happy little chick?  The image is a digital stamp.  I saw the image on line so I saved it, printed it and then colored it.  I used Spectrum Noir markers and again used Avery Elle's Wonky Stitches die for the stitched border.  I have decided to keep a journal to write down what alcohol markers and colors I use for the different images.  This way, the next time I want to color a similar image, I already know what colors to use or what not to use. Have a great day!