Making masculine theme cards is always a challenge for me. Whenever I need to make one, I almost always find myself turning to Tim Holtz and his wonderful line of products. Just about the only thing not from Tim's line is the stamped sentiment. The design of this card was taken from an example on the Dog Talk stamp and die set--I did add my own touch to it. An embossing folder of ink splatters included in the set adds texture to the background. The papers are from Tim's Wallflower collection and Distress cardstock. The dog, bone and hearts were colored with Copics and highlighted a bit with Glossy Accents. I used Tim's Wildflower dies to add a bit more texture and colored them with Distress Markers. I also added some foam dots under the dog for added dimension.
Well, that's it for me today. We are entering a hot, humid phase today with temperatures reaching the 100 degree mark tomorrow. Ugh! Cannot wait until Fall!
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Well I just put another piece of wood on our fire, it is so cold here today!! hehe... Love your card, that doggie is so cute.. I hope you have had a lovely Fathers day!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful, masculine card! The dog is so adorable!
ReplyDeleteA wonderful Father's Day card for your Dad, Patty! I've been eyeing those dog/cat stamps from Tim Holtz for some time now! They are just too fun! Love the embossing and awesome color! I'm sure he loved the card!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty!
ReplyDeleteThis is so fun, Patty! You nailed the masculine design with all those awesome Tim Holtz goodies. LOVE your crazy pooch, and the embossed ink splats is such a great touch. I really like the addition of the wild flowers, too! Great combo!
ReplyDeleteWe are getting into our miserable hot season, also. Can't bear to be outside these days!
I love this - there's something so light-hearted and playful about it - brilliant!
ReplyDeleteAlison x