Happy Sunday, everybody.
Hope the week went well.
We had our first warmer and humid week, and our front yard oak that loses its leaves has exploded in buds. The pecan tree in back of us though still has not. Its budding signals for sure that Spring has arrived down here. Everything's greener and some buttercups have come up but only on the hurricane fence line this year. We're waiting to see if we get the little backyard cluster of them like we usually do. I think that good January snow may have changed things up. Our bluebonnets didn't bloom but our ground plants in the front yard have bounced back beautifully from being frozen. So multiple change-ups to go with the weather patterns. I also see and hear birds like usual but don't see them preparing for nesting mode yet.
My dad always said we get our last cool/cold front at Easter. Tonight one has settled in, having blown in yesterday. And Easter is 2 weeks away, so now the question is, will this be the last one?
I have this Stampendous stamp of 2 dolphins included with Issue 97 of Creative Stamping Magazine to use, and the added benefit was, first time inked (which you regular readers know is a little challenge of mine to use all my stamps at least once). So I stamped with Versafine Clair and colored with alcohol markers. Then I used various ink and alcohol and paint markers, gel pens and glitter brush pens to create the surrounding scene. I added the title in PSE when I was editing it.
The title came to mind because the only time I have seen dolphins up close jumping like that in person was at the San Antonio Sea World. So, I went with it!
😁
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Before it get too far into Spring, I wanted to share my Spring banner.
This time I used a different die set for the banners. I did more of the large white alpha stickers. I am determined to use them up. lol.
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This is the card that I made for my twin grand-nieces last month.
I was short on time and mojo, so I found a colored digi sentiment in my Beccy files and the colored cake and girls in my Dearie Dolls files. Since the littles keep being born in my family, I decided not to put too much work into their cards until they get older. So this turned out perfectly for what I had in mind.
And the sketch used. I rotated it counter-clockwise and then stretched it to a 6x6.
Why I love Splitcoaststampers sketches: no deadlines and we can adjust them to fit our needs.
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This card for a girlfriend was made using Katy Sue Designs 3D Decoupage flowers, DCWV designer papers and ribbon from my stash. The base and mat for the flowers is Kraft card and the mat was cut using a Spellbinders Classic Oval die.
And the sketch used, as is.
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Well, another week, another blog post.
Come back next Sunday if you can!
Until then, thanks so much for this visit and
have a great week!
XOXO
7 comments:
That's a great dolphin postcard. I really like how you even managed the water dripping off of them as they rise out of the water. And nice banner and cards too. Your second birthday card for some twins is perfect. So many two's-2 girls, 2 years old, a 2 candle. I love it. I hope they had a fun birthday. And your spring banner is festive too. We're in a bit of a cold spell too. Light snow flurries right now, and I agree, nothing really warms up and stays warm until you hit Easter. Were you in on any of that terrible rain? It didn't look it on the map. Have a wonderful week ahead and enjoy the blooms. hugs-Erika
What a wonderful selection of project this week! The postcard with the dolphins is stunning with that scene! I adore your cute Spring banner as well as your adorable little girl balloons birthday! The last card is full of gorgeous colors and blooms as well! Glad the weather is warming up for you there. High of 47 today and slightly warming up each day from here...I'm ready for those blooms! Have a great week!
Lovely dolphins well done.
My, you have had a busy and creative week, Aimeslee! I love how different each creation is, and they really showcase your versatile style. The postcard is so artsy and just beautiful, and the spring banner looks gorgeous on the twig wreath. The last 2 cards are so bright and cheery yet so different in design.
We are experiencing a warm and bright spell as well, and the spring flowers are in full bloom. Like your Dad, I always expect a cold spell in late spring and there is an old saying here - "Ne'er cast a clout until May is out" which means don't put away the winter clothes (clout) until June lol!
Hope you are well,
Hugs
Carol x
The dolphins are so cute and I love that birthday card - it emanates happiness :)
Love those dolphins, beautifully coloured, love the twins card, bright and cheery, just what little ones want. The floral card is os pretty, again bright and cheerful. Love them all Aimes. As for Spring? Our garden has burst into flower, so many Spring flowers from Camellias to Spiraea. Although frost or snow is forecast next weekend, I hope it doesn't damage the new growth of everything. x
So much blooming! Hope you're enjoying the weather, Aimeslee. Love your Spring banner--you're being very consistent with keeping them impressive. 😁 Beautiful postcard art too--lovely use of the dolphin stamp. Hope the week has started great and continues to be the same. Anita xx
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