Warm & Cozy Bunnies
I'm telling you, the Crafty Secrets Snowbunnies set is just too cute. I love it! Here's another card using one of the images from the set.
I stamped the image in black StazOn and painted it with reinkers and a water brush. I applied various brown Distress Inks with a foam applicator to the edges.
I wanted this to have a bit of sparkle, so I dug out my jar of Martha's White Gold Glitter. It's the perfect color for vintage. I applied a bit of clear glue to the edges and then rubbed the glitter on with my finger. This allowed me to loosely control how the glitter was adhering to the glue. I wanted it to look streaky, and peeled.
The sentiment is a SNEAK PEEK at one of the sentiments included in a Whipper Snapper set releasing on Monday. Just a few days!!
I create a little snowflake embellishment using three different snowflake punches, foam adhesive, a brad, and more of that White Gold glitter. Fun stuff!!
I get lots of questions about the little banners I use on my cards. There's really nothing too secret about them, honest! I cut a strip of cardstock to the width that I'd like (usually about 3/4"). I stamp my sentiment, ink the edges, and usually add some faux stitches. I use my fingers to shape the curves. I use adhesive on both ends to keep the shaped banner in place. On this particular banner I used foam adhesive. Sometimes I just use glue, but this time I wanted there to be a bit of dimension. Try one! They're fun!
SPECIAL ORDER OFFER:
I'm going to be placing a special order for the new Crafty Secrets stamp sets (the set names are Snowbunnies and Christmas Joy). If you'd like one, or both, drop me a note and I'll add your name to the order list. Set prices are $15.75 each, and I'll offer free first class shipping to US/Canada orders.
Just darling. I am eager to learn to paint with the reinkers. Your cards are so unique. The vintage look is perfect for the season! Thank you for sharing your talent.
Posted by: Mary | December 01, 2008 at 11:53 AM
So so cute!! Love this look. Dru
Posted by: Dru | November 13, 2008 at 08:06 AM
I love this so much--the image, the sentiment, the snowflake, the vintage, the glitter. Yummy!
Posted by: Shellie Daniel | November 08, 2008 at 07:43 PM
Such an adorable card, Anna. Your coloring is just beatiful. I just love it.
Karen
Posted by: karen | November 07, 2008 at 10:25 AM
Hi Anna, pop on over to my blog to reeive your surprise!!!! xxxxxx
Posted by: hello gorgeous | November 07, 2008 at 04:51 AM
So super cute!! Love those Bunnies!!
Posted by: Jessie/knightrone | November 06, 2008 at 09:46 PM
These are really cute and the cards you made are so cute, Love the sets and your cards. I am going to have to wait to order to see what all I want on Sun. or Mon. Arent your new sets coming out?
Posted by: Linda Palmer | November 06, 2008 at 08:45 PM
Such Cute Snow Bunnies..
So nicely colored!
Love the touch of sparkle..
Adorable Card!!
Posted by: Dee | November 06, 2008 at 08:14 PM
Anna!! Oh my word, I love the golden glow in the background of the bunnies, the glitter on the edges is a totally cool effect, and how you shape the banner to stay curved is awesome!! You blow me away.
Posted by: denise (peanutbee) | November 06, 2008 at 07:15 PM
I love all of your cards, but I'm kind of glad that you've been doing the warm, vintage looks again. I love the way you applied the distress inks around the image. These vintage, warm-looking cards are my favorites.
Posted by: Tricia | November 06, 2008 at 12:40 PM
Super Cute Anna...Those Bunnies are just adorable. I love the Banner on your card and in fact I did a card with one on my blog awhile back.
Posted by: Ida | November 06, 2008 at 11:24 AM
Oh another one to fall in love with! Your blog is my absolute favorite and I get all excited when I find time to log on and visit.
Thanks for always inspiring me!
Posted by: Darlene | November 06, 2008 at 10:47 AM