Beach Girl Patti (Created by Lisa Z.)

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Happy Saturday Friends!  Here's a card that may make you feel a little warmer on this very chilly day...
 

 

This is Beach Girl Patti (Q028).  Such an adorable image that makes you want to dream about those hot summer days... especially at times like this, when the temperature here in Ontario is in the negative 30s.  Brrrrr!!!

 

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I applied some Glossy Accents on Patti's tube and flippers.  I love the shiny and slightly raised dimension that this gives to the card.

 

The pattern papers are from Echo Park-That's My Boy 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some SU Dusty Durango and White cardstock.  The image was cut down to a smaller size to better fit this card.   Foam tape was applied under the main image to help focus on Patti.  A YNS Die called Double Stitched Hills was used to cut a wave like background.  The flip flop die comes from Taylored Expressions and a white gel pen was used to highlight the flowers on the flip flops.  To complete this card, a bunch of YNS-Crystal Clear and Mint Green Gumdrops were added.  I hope you like today's card... and also hope you are able to keep warm this weekend!  

Supplies Used:

Ink - Tombow Markers - 905, 933, 969, N55, 491, and 990.  Versamark Ink Pad and Black Embossing Powder.
 

Paper - Echo Park-That's My Boy 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Dusty Durango and White Cardstock.
 

Misc - Glossy Accents, YNS-Crystal Clear and Mint Green Gumdrops, YNS-Double Stitched Hills Die set, Sakura White Gel Pen, Water Brush, Foam Tape and Glue Dots.

 

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Myron Monkey's Heart Balloon (Created by Jane Z.)

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Happy Friday! Today's post is a special one for me...this Sunday on Valentine's Day, my oldest child celebrates his "Sweet 16"!  Wow--where do the years go????  I wanted a card that was masculine and a little Valentine-ish, yet more Birthday-ish--so here's what I came up with...

 

This is Myron Monkey's Heart Balloon (M149).  Such a fun and adorable image...I really hope Mike likes it.  Some days, I think he is part monkey, in the way he moves around the equipment and farm - LOL! 

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I glued down the die cut numbers - "16" on the balloon, then applied some Glossy Accents on top.

The main image was die cut using a rectangle stitched die and layered with SU Chocolate Chip cardstock.  A strip of SU Alpine stitched ribbon was placed under the layered image.  The designer paper is from Bo Bunny-Safari 6x6 paper pad, along with SU Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla, Garden Green and White Cardstock.  Foam tape was used under the main image to add some dimension.  The sentiment was cut using SU Very Vanilla cardstock from an Elizabeth Craft Die called Happy Birthday.  For some embellishments, I went for a "jungle" type of look by adding parts from a Memory Box die called Swaying Palm Die.  I just used the leaves of the palm tree for decorating the two corners of the main image.  To complete this card, a couple of brown buttons were placed on top of the palm leaves to give it a coconut-kind of look.  

 

Supplies Used:

***Note: If you are in need of any products used here, please send Lora at OCS an email and I'm sure she would be happy to get the item(s) you are looking for.

 

Ink - Tombow Markers - 969, 977, N75, N95, 761, 942, 990, 126, and 249.  Versamark Ink Pad and Black Embossing Powder.

 

Paper - Bo Bunny-Safari 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla, Garden Green & White Cardstock.

 

Misc - Glossy Accents, Memory Box-Swaying Palm Die (for palm leaves), Stitched Rectangle Die, Quikutz-Phoebe Skinny-Mini Dies (for the number - 16), Elizabeth Craft Die-Happy Birthday (sentiment), SU Alpine Ribbon, 2 Brown Buttons, Water Brush, Foam Tape and Glue Dots.
 

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Fairy Tale Bug (Created by Lisa Z.)

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Happy Saturday Friends!  Here's a fun and cheery card that's sure to put a smile on your face...

 Lisa 

This is Fairy Tale Bug (P119).  This cute image could make for a great birthday card, get well card or a thinkin' of you type of card!       

 

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I applied some Zig-Wink of Stella brush marker-dark pink to the book.  This creates a little added sparkle to the card and is very easy to apply.

 

The pattern papers are from My Mind's Eye-Now and Then 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some SU Blush Blossom, Blue Bayou and White cardstock.  The image was cut down to a smaller size to better fit this card.   To keep this card relatively flat for mailing purposes, I did not use any foam tape under the main image.  A couple of strips of lace ribbon were added under the image, along with 2 banners.  The sentiment was die cut using a Penny Black Die Set called Hooray.  I just love the font in this set. To complete this card, a bunch of YNS-White Gumdrops were added on the banners.  I hope this card made you smile today! 

Supplies Used:

Ink - Tombow Markers - N15, N35, N55, N75, 373, 025, 743, 969, 856, 977, and 126 .  Versamark Ink Pad and Black Embossing Powder. SU Blush Blossom Ink Pad for sponging the edges of the main image.
 

Paper - My Mind's Eye - Now and Then 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Blush Blossom, Blue Bayou and White Cardstock.
 

Misc - Zig-Wink of Stella Brush Marker-Dark Pink, Penny Black Die-Hooray Set, Offray Lace Ribbon, YNS-White Gumdrops, Sponge Dauber, Water Brush, and Glue Dots.

 

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Leapin' Larry (Created by Jane Z.)

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Happy Friday!  For today's post, I was going for a fun, yet universal card that could be used as a birthday card, get well card, or possibly a thinking of you card...
 Jane 

 

This is Leapin' Larry (R145).  Such a fun and adorable image...

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I applied some Wink of Stella - Glitter Yellow brush marker to the centre of the flower and some Wink of Stella - clear glitter on Larry's spots on his body.  It's a bit difficult to see this in the picture though.

The main image was fussy cut out.  MFT dies called Stitched Ovals were used to cut the various layers of ovals using SU Pretty in Pink and Wild Wasabi Cardstock.  The designer paper is from Echo Park-Bundle of Joy 6x6 paper pad.  Foam tape was used under the oval (only on the left half of the oval), to add some dimension to the main image. I decided to leave off the sentiment for now, as I couldn't decide on what to put on.  This maybe a convenient card to have on hand for those last minute ones that are needed.  To complete this card, SU wild wasabi stitched ribbon was taped down on an angle at each corner, along with a light green flower gemstone.  

 

Supplies Used:

***Note: If you are in need of any products used here, please send Lora at OCS an email and I'm sure she would be happy to get the item(s) you are looking for.

 

Ink - Tombow Markers - 055, 249, N75, 126, 133, 296, 491, 723 and 761.  Versamark Ink Pad and Black Embossing Powder.

 

Paper - Echo Park-Bundle of Joy 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Pretty in Pink, Wild Wasabi & White Cardstock.

 

Misc - MFT-Stitched Oval Dies, SU Wild Wasabi Stitched Ribbon, Zig-Wink of Stella Brush Markers - Glitter Yellow and Clear Glitter, Hero Arts-Green Flower Gemstones, Water Brush, Foam Tape and Glue Dots.
 

Thanks for stopping by!
 

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Standing Birthday Buddy (Created by Lisa Z.)

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Happy Saturday Friends!  For a beary cute birthday card...

 

This is Standing Birthday Buddy (S217).  This image makes for such a cute birthday card for anyone celebrating their special day!     

 

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I applied some Glossy Accents to the balloon.  I love the finished look, using this technique.

 

The pattern papers are from My Mind's Eye-Charm 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some white cardstock.  The image was cut down to a smaller size to better fit this card.  Foam tape was applied to raise the main image, to add a bit of dimension.  To complete this card, a few YNS-Black Gumdrops were added to the right of the image.  

Supplies Used:

Ink - Tombow Markers - N15, 723, 243, 373, 025, 055, 533, 555, 905, 885, N95 and N79.  Versamark Ink Pad and Black Embossing Powder.
 

Paper - My Mind's Eye - Charm 6x6 Paper Pad and SU White Cardstock.
 

Misc - Glossy Accents, YNS-Black Gumdrops, Water Brush, Foam Tape, and Glue Dots.

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Cute Birdy - Treat Bag (Created by Jane Z.)

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For today's post, I thought I would make something a little different, yet keeping with a birthday theme...

Side view of the treat bag 

This is Cute Birdy (F250) and Bird Told Me (F251) sentiment.  I think this Birdy is just sooo adorable and works well for so many different projects!

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I applied some Glossy Accents to Birdy's beak. 

The main image was fussy cut out.  A YNS die called Scalloped Topped Treat Bag was used to create the small bag using SU Pacific Point Cardstock.  The designer paper is from Doodlebug-Springtime 6x6 paper pad.  For the sentiment, it was stamped with a versamark ink pad then heat embossed using black embossing powder on SU Apricot Appeal cardstock.  To complete this project, Doodlebug twine was tied in a bow around the top of the flap, and a small piece of Hook and Loop tab (a thin velcro, adhesive-backed tab) was placed under the flap, to easily open and close the treat bag.  

 

Supplies Used:

***Note: If you are in need of any products used here, please send Lora at OCS an email and I'm sure she would be happy to get the item(s) you are looking for.

 

Ink - Tombow Markers - 055, 985, 977, and 452.  Versamark Ink Pad and Black Embossing Powder.

 

Paper - Doodlebug - Springtime 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Apricot Appeal, Pacific Point & White Cardstock.

 

Misc - Glossy Accents, YNS-Scalloped Topped Treat Bag Die, Doodlebug Twine-blue jean, Tombow-Hook & Loop Tabs, Water Brush, and Glue Dots.

Optional - Mini Eggs or any other small candies to be place inside the treat bag.

Thanks for stopping by!
 

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Soccer Star (Created by Lisa Z.)

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Happy Saturday Friends!  For all you sports fans, this card is for you...

 

 

This is Soccer Star (Q101) and "Simply the Best" Sentiment from Sentiment Set #3 (U506).  Such an adorable and fun image to colour!     

 

I started by colouring the image with Tombow Markers and water. After the image was all coloured and dry, I applied some Glossy Accents to the number "1" on the dragon's shirt. I just love the shiny and slightly raised look, when using this product. 

 

The pattern paper is from Doodlebug Designs - Goal 6x6 Paper Pad, along with some SU Cool Caribbean and White cardstock.  The image was cut down to a smaller size then offset layered with the Cool Caribbean cardstock.  A strip of SU Baja Breeze ribbon was added horizontally behind the image.  Foam tape was applied to raise the main image, to add a bit of dimension.  To complete this card, the sentiment was stamped with versamark ink and heat embossed with black embossing powder.

Supplies Used:

Ink - Tombow Markers - 491, 249, 133, N55, 977, 126, 990, 452, N75, 856 and N15.  Versamark Ink Pad and Black Embossing Powder.
 

Paper - Doodlebug Designs - Goal 6x6 Paper Pad; SU Cool Caribbean and White Cardstock.
 

Misc - Glossy Accents, SU Baja Breeze Ribbon, Water Brush, Foam Tape, and Glue Dots.

Thanks for stopping by!

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