Jeanne to the Rescue!
This evening I was having stampers block. I had time, I had supplies... I just didn't have an idea or an ounce of creativity flowing. So, I turned to my friend Jeanne for a challenge (and thankfully, she was game!)
Jeanne to the rescue!
We decided on a sketch challenge. SplitCoast has a wealth of sketch ideas so I started browsing through various weekly sketches until I found one that I hadn't tried and that looked extra fun! I settled on Sketch Challenge #105 because I liked the circular layer. I don't think I've ever done a sketch that's similar, so it seemed like a winner!
Jeanne suggested we add a color to the challenge too, but we couldn't decide one one, so we just went with "any color". Real tough, I know. But, it was enough to get the creative juices flowin'!
I used my own penguin stamp by Whipper Snapper called Cozy Penguin, and I used the Happy Winter sentiment by A Muse. I stamped the images on shimmery white paper and stitched it to a couple of layers of cardstock (olive and black). For the circular layer, I used the largest size regular circle die, and the largest scalloped circle die by Spellbinders. I stitched them together. The designer paper I used is by Imaginisce. It comes pre-glittered on one side (the holly berries on this sheet), and it's double-sided. Double-sided paper is great for projects like this. They take all the guess work out of the coordination of the two patterns. On nights like tonight, this is a GOOD thing.
Be sure to check out Jeanne's card on her blog Inky Paws! (FYI: Her card may not be posted until Wednesday morning) Thanks for the fun, Jeanne!
Too cute, the penguin reminds me of "Happy Feet, Mumbles"
Posted by: Bev Hammack | November 22, 2007 at 09:44 AM
I love that your cards are alway so vibrant with color. You never disappoint with your creativity.
Posted by: Phillis | November 22, 2007 at 09:14 AM
Tooooooooooooo cute!
Posted by: Linda C. | November 21, 2007 at 04:32 PM
Such a cute card - it's hard to believe you ever get stamper's block! You always amaze me with your gorgeous art.
Posted by: Cindy H. | November 21, 2007 at 03:03 PM
***speachless***
Help! I need words!
Delightful is a fair start!
Posted by: Tex | November 21, 2007 at 01:33 PM
Awwww, now THAT is just too CUTE! I love your penguin! You are wayyyyy too talented for your own good! LOL
Posted by: karrie baker | November 21, 2007 at 01:27 PM
Love everything about this card & the penguin is so darn adorable!
Posted by: Michelle | November 21, 2007 at 01:14 PM
Darling card and I could use those ear muffins - - weather man says i-n-c-h-e-s of s-n-o-w for Turkey Day up here. Hope you and Alan and all the critters have a wonderful Thanksgiving, Anna!
Posted by: Nise | November 21, 2007 at 12:58 PM
This is so darn cute...I am beginning to fall in love w/penquins and snowmen this year!!!
Posted by: Pinky | November 21, 2007 at 12:49 PM
Love it Anna! Your penguin looks so cozy and warm! Love the deep rich colors you chose!
Posted by: Viv (VivLyn) | November 21, 2007 at 09:02 AM
This card is great! I love the bit of sparkle and that penguin is the cutest!
Posted by: Beth M | November 21, 2007 at 08:06 AM
Great card and the penguin is adorable!! I love the added glitter at his feet, super cute!!
Posted by: Dotty | November 21, 2007 at 07:54 AM
Love this card, Anna. I must get myself a
little showing machine. And I really like
your ribbon. It's there but does not over power the image or the card itself.
Posted by: NormaJ | November 21, 2007 at 06:21 AM
Wonderful card for a slow start! The penguin is adorable!
Posted by: Mary Duffek | November 21, 2007 at 06:17 AM
Love the circle w the square template. The colors are great for this cute little penguin!
Posted by: Sherri | November 21, 2007 at 03:42 AM
You rocked it Miss Anna! Love "your" penguin.
Posted by: Jeanne S | November 21, 2007 at 02:08 AM
Super cute! I love his sparkly ice.
Posted by: Shannan Teubner | November 21, 2007 at 01:53 AM