Hello stampers! Who is ready for Spring? It's been c-o-l-d here in Texas these past few days. I know it is nothing compared to what some of you are feeling out there, but we just aren't used to it down here. I'm also sick with a yucky cold right now, so that makes it worse. Gah! So, in the spirit of bidding this winter season a fond farewell,
Laurie is hosting a fantastic
Spring Theme Challenge over at
The Paper Players this week. Come join us!
I decided to bust into a stamp set I have had for a while but have never inked up. Aren't those little Peeps ADORABLE? The stamps are from Close to My Heart. I have been itching to use some Stampin' Up Sweet Taffy DSP on this card as soon as I saw the theme. It's so bright and cheery! The cloud DSP behind the bunnies is from a retired SU DSP pad. I can't remember the name of it, I had a little piece of it in my scrap folder and I thought it would look perfect with the "grass" in the scene. I busted out the old-school decorative edge scissors for the grass.
Now this is going to be a shocker for anyone who follows my blog regularly. My original plan was to hit these little "Peep"-ers with some glittery embossing powder. But when I tried it out, it felt like it was just "too much" with all the colors and patterns going on. So...
yes, it's true...I really
skipped the sparkle on this card. *Gasp!* Generally the image below is the mantra in my stamp room...
It still felt like I needed to add
something to the bunnies to dress them up a bit. So, I squirted on a little Crystal Effects to highlight around the edges and I actually really like how it came out.
Please join us over at The Paper Players! The challenge closes on Friday, March 6th, 2015 at Noon (PST). Stop by and say hello to the Design Team.
The Paper Players Design Team
Before I sign-off, here is my favorite photo of the week. This is my sweet, tripod kitty, Tony Triple Paws. He was just basking in the morning sunshine. Usually he runs when I grab the camera, so this was a pretty special occasion. Have a great day today! :)
Stamps: My Peeps from Close to My Heart
Paper: Daffodil Delight CS, Tempting Turquoise CS, Rich Razzleberry CS, Rose Red CS, Whisper White CS, Sweet Taffy DSP
Accessories: Decorative Dots Embossing Folder, Brights Candy Dots, Crystal Effects, circle and scallop circle die cuts
Oh my, I love these peeps! Perfect choice of DSP and every single element--including kickin' it old-school with the edge scissors! Although there is no sparkle, the shine is just perfect for the peeps. Love your little furry peep basking in the sun. :-)
ReplyDeleteThese little peeps are adorable, Anne Marie! I love them! What a cute stamp set, and what a bright cheery card sure to make someone's day!
ReplyDeleteI love the Peeps! So, so cute! I am loving you breaking out with all these "new" products. :) Can you tell me where to buy them? ;)
ReplyDeleteThose peeps are so cute Anne Marie and the perfect pairing for the Sweet Taffy DSP! I love the Crystal Effects around the edge - it gives the little bunnies some nice definition. Hope you foot is healing and you shake off your cold real soon!
ReplyDeleteFirst, Tony looks like such a sweetie! I am so happy that he allowed his photo to be taken. Now, onto your card, I love your choice of bright, cheerfully colored DSP which goes so well with the little peeps. I sure miss the deckle scissors! I used them constantly in my older scrapbooking days. I am not sure exactly how cold it is in Texas right now, but I bet it would be a nice spring day here in Michigan! LOL Stay warm and hope you feel better very soon!
ReplyDeleteCute peeps, just a sweet little scene for springtime! The paper is so cheerful, and a perfect choice for your card!
ReplyDeleteWhat cute little peeps, this is sweet Anne Marie!
ReplyDeleteThis is an adorable card! Those little peeps are too cute and I love the bright colors of your card.
ReplyDeleteOMGoodness, that DSP is perfect for your sweet little peeps! Love them! I happen to like CTMH stamps a lot!! And speaking of sweet, what a sweet picture of your kitty! Love it!
ReplyDeleteCould this card be any cuter, Anne Marie? I just love it! Thank you for being an enabler! I went on ebay and found this Peep stamp and bought it. After seeing this adorable, colorful card, I fell in love with this stamp! Your little Tony is a beauty! XX, My Friend!
ReplyDeleteAw! What cute and colorful peeps, Anne Marie! This paper and these colors are perfect!
ReplyDeleteAM, Tony Triple Paws is so gorgeous. He reminds me of my beautiful and dearly departed tripod cat KitKat - and the tripod cat we almost adopted who looks just like TTT. Your generosity warms my heart - as does this fabulous card. The trio of bunnies is just spring perfection. Gorgeous, my friend
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jaydee
Your peeps are adorable! Such a bright and fun card to celebrate spring! And Tony Triple Paws is SUCH a beautiful kitty! GREAT picture :)
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