Whimsy Stamp Challenge - Tic Tac Toe
Glitter n Sparkle Challenge - Father's Day/Male Cards
Eclectic Ellapu - Time or Male Cards-I chose Male
Dream Valley Challenge - Monochrome
Craft Your Passion - 3 or more embellishments
I have a lot of men in my life but I guess, what is more important is that there is a lot of life in my men...to quote Mae West. OK,ok, I just want a lot of life in my one man-hahahaha. Well I could keep on going but this is about my card making:) Nyuck, Nyuck. My first card I decided to make a scene, not in any restaurant or outside to embarrass anyone but a nice scene with horses. I stamped the horses and then masked them so I could create the clouds and sun behind. I coloured the background, framed it in border stickers and added some crystals.
The 2nd card is all monotone in browns and I added glitter paper for my bro in law who has pizzazz. I stamped the image and embossed in glitter and then added the sticker border and the "Happy Birthday" sticker too.
the 3rd card-Layer and layer with orange and a shimmery blue. I stamped the image and sponged on different colours for a later afternoon look. I brought out my cuddlebug for the blue paper to create the dots and the border. This is my Whimsy card and I chose Summer, Die Cut (The borders in orange) and sentiment (Happy Birthday)
My last card was given to my hubby and it signifies moi as I was born the year of the Dragon although I puff out more smoke than fire. I stamped the image and coloured in all the detail with tombow markers. I used my punch for the corners and special scissors for the border. I layered it on purple and blue cardstock and added the border and crystal embellishments to finish it off. I have to say this one is my favourite.
So this is to all the manly men who like some colour and sparkle but still will drink milk out of a dirty glass.
I bet your husband liked that last one! Those are really nice. The dragon is just awesome.
ReplyDeletehe did love the dragon and all the colours
DeleteYou are so talented! I had a terrible time picking a favorite but I think I finally went with the third card, I love that scene. The dragon is fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much. Yes the 3rd one feels like being up north at a cottage
DeleteAll of your cards are wonderful but the first and the third are my favorites. I'm extremely impressed by your creativity and expertise with stamping techniques. I really hope the men in your life appreciate them.
ReplyDeleteoh they do and thank you:)
DeleteGreat cards. You obviously did a lot of work on them.
ReplyDeleteOh yes and I think I will be fast and then...I'm not:)
DeleteYour cards are all beautiful, but I'm not sure which one you have put in for the Challenge which is Monochrome (all one colour). Marlene DT for Dream Valley Challenge.
ReplyDeleteOh so sorry the 2nd one I used the Monochrome all is a variety of browns from lighter to darker:)
DeleteWow! They are all beautiful. It's hard to believe that #1, 3, and 4 began as stamps. I love how you throw caution to the wind and go for it. :-)
ReplyDeleteMight as well throw caution to the wind:) Yes they are all stamps-instant gratification:)
DeleteThose were all very nicely done! Such intricate time consuming work! I'm sure the cards were enjoyed by the recipients!
ReplyDeletebetty
Thank you so much and yes they loved them-I am glad to say
DeleteGreat job! It's definitely a challenge to make masculine cards that are fancy. You do it well!
ReplyDeletemen deserve a little bling too:)
DeleteLovely project. Thank you for joining us at Craft Your Passion -Randi
ReplyDeleteGlad you like them:)
DeleteBeautiful work. You make me want to get out my stamps and start making cards again . Thanks for stopping by my blog... Hugs
ReplyDeleteThank you! You should pull out your work:)
DeleteBeautiful projects. Thanks for joining us at Craft Your Passion! :)
ReplyDeletePetya DT
Thank you:)
Delete" there is a lot of life in my men" - LOL! I love Mae West :) The cards are all beautiful, but I think my favorite is the first one. I'm a sucker for horse scenes like that.
ReplyDeleteDon't ya love Mae West:) Thank you-The horses turned out well
Deletewow they are gorgeous works... I loved the last one the most :)
ReplyDeleteThank you. I love the last one too and my hubby did
DeleteOh wow these are awesome! I love the dragon :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you:)
DeleteSo cute men card. But I'm not sure that cards are really monochrome for Dream Valley challenge.
ReplyDeleteNathalie DT Dream Valley challenge
Thank you and the 2nd card is done all in versions of browns so that is the one for the Monochrome
DeleteI love these! I never really thought about how cards for men should be more manly - but, yeah, flowers and hearts won't do. I especially love the last two. Gorgeous landscape and delightful dragon. Awesome work Birgit!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. Yes many people have a hard time to do men cards but I find it quite aok:)
DeleteThank you for tagging me. The blog is up!
ReplyDeleteYes I read it and it's great!!
DeleteI love that Mae West quote. Very funny. The birthday card with the horses is absolutely gorgeous. You have some much talent to share.
ReplyDeleteThank you so very much:)
DeleteThese are beautiful, Birgit! So amazed by your talent! I got a kick out of this post about "life in your men" and "making a scene". LOL. Too funny! :)
ReplyDeleteWow, you make gorgeous cards. You're inspiring me. Have a beautiful weekend. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you and good luck to you with your inspirations
DeleteOh my! You have been busy, Birgit. They are utterly fabulous. I struggle to make good masculine cards... just not my thing. But look at you! I love them all... but the horses is my favourite. Thank you for keeping Rosie in your thoughts. Hope Wallace is getting better and stronger each day. Have a lovely week!
ReplyDeletehugs, Asha
You are one super creative lady, Birgit! Lovely cards. I am sure your husband loved the card you gave to him :)
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