I don't remember what I was thinking about when I made this card, but I remember just cracking myself up, laughing at whatever it was I was thinking about. I'd probably consumed a little too much caffeine, and was enjoying the results. Regardless, this card still makes me smile!
I started out by stamping the frog. Then I masked the frog with post-it note and stamped the reeds and the fish. I doodled in some ground, water, and little splashes around the fish. The image is colored with a combination of markers including Copic, Prismacolor, and Marvy.
And, here I am again, noticing that I STILL need a second light on my table. Jeezzzzzzz.
PS: Images from Fish Friends, and thank you sentiment from Sweet Expressions.
this is adorable. one of my new favs is a whippersnapper frog, I made a card the other day with it. I think its your design??
Love your blog
Cazx
Posted by: Caz | March 05, 2009 at 01:12 AM
I love this card... and this stamp set.
I finally broke down and bought a light tent with two lights... just a small set-up for about $50 on eBay (there are LOTS for sale on eBay). It definitely helps, although unfortunately, it doesn't make me a better photographer! LOL
Posted by: Lisa Hjulberg | February 28, 2009 at 12:25 AM
This is super fun! I am in love with this little frog image. Must have, must have! :)
Posted by: Kim H | February 27, 2009 at 06:18 PM
This is adorable and makes me think of the story I just read to my son last night called "Fish is Fish." It is a story about a tadpole and a fish that are friends, till the tadpole turns into a fish and live out of the water. The the fish tries to join him on land and realizes "frogs is frogs, and fish is fish." LOL!
Adorable card!
Posted by: Joane B | February 27, 2009 at 06:13 PM
This is adorable, Anna! That little fish put a huge smile on my face!!!
Posted by: Jackie Pedro | February 27, 2009 at 01:39 PM
I love the subtle dots on the froggy and the sand (colorless blender maybe?)! The stamps are terrific with your additions of hill, water, and wiggle marks. (And they blend so well with the stamps . . . . It looks just like the original artist drew them. :) )
Posted by: Shellie Daniel | February 27, 2009 at 10:15 AM
I'll be smiling all day! Hugs.
Posted by: Mel | February 27, 2009 at 06:39 AM
I always admire your penchant for coloring images. I really do love how you paired your colored image with the bold pattern paper as a back drop. Absolutely fantastic!
Posted by: Alberta | February 26, 2009 at 08:46 PM
Hey girlfriend...if it is caffiene that makes u produce cute stuff like this..drink more! lol...adorable...ty for sharing..from one caffiene addict to another! CHer
Posted by: cher | February 26, 2009 at 08:34 PM
I totally love this card! I needed to smile today!
Posted by: Erika M | February 26, 2009 at 07:24 PM
I keep eying this set - drooling, actually. I love the scene you've made with these two little darlings!
Posted by: Shae | February 26, 2009 at 04:15 PM
I love your cards...they are always so cheerful! I love Mr. Frogs big feet!!
Posted by: Viv (VivLyn) | February 26, 2009 at 02:37 PM
Awwww, what a great scene you made. SOOOOOO CUTE!
Posted by: denise (peanutbee) | February 26, 2009 at 02:13 PM
You make happy cards. Love them all.
Posted by: Laurie in MN | February 26, 2009 at 12:30 PM
Oh Anna, the scenarios you create are just AWESOME! I would love to be inside your head for a day, and have the creativity you possess!!! I LOVE this card, and the GREAT colors and intensity...just perfectly wonderful! Thanks for sharing your incredible talent with us :D
Posted by: diane mcvey | February 26, 2009 at 12:27 PM
Your scene looks like it came as a set! I want whatever you were drinking :)
Posted by: Jennifer (jkincolorado) | February 26, 2009 at 11:48 AM
I love this!
Posted by: Jodie | February 26, 2009 at 11:23 AM
Too cute!! I love the smile on the froggy's face!
Posted by: Susan MC | February 26, 2009 at 10:12 AM
So cheery and cute!
Posted by: Michelle Adams | February 26, 2009 at 09:18 AM
Oh, what an adorable scene! Love this card!
Posted by: Danielle | February 26, 2009 at 09:08 AM
You crack me up too! This little frog is on my wish list...waiting for a little repreive in the economy.
Awesome job with the card! As usual, I LOVE IT!!!!
Chris
Posted by: Chris Hauck | February 26, 2009 at 08:44 AM
I just love the fish how cute. The colors are so pretty and just a fun looking card.
Thanks again for the whimsy fun..
Posted by: KellyinID | February 26, 2009 at 08:33 AM
Precious! PRECIOUS! I tell you. I just love this card, your choice in stamp sets, the added details that complete the scene and your exquisite coloring.
Posted by: Gabriela (Gabi With An Eye) | February 26, 2009 at 08:30 AM
It puts and 'insta' SMILE on my face! Love the colouring ... so cheery and bright!
Posted by: Monique H. | February 26, 2009 at 08:22 AM
Makes me smile. A great way to start my day. Love this card.
Posted by: Linda Palmer | February 26, 2009 at 07:51 AM
This is just the cutest card!! Love your coloring and the images are so cute!
Posted by: Cindy H. | February 26, 2009 at 07:44 AM
you make the cutest cards you are a stampen goddess i love the little frogs face give the chickens a hug from me
Posted by: michelle gall | February 26, 2009 at 07:32 AM
I can see why you were laughing! It really looks like the fish is thanking the frog. I can only thing its for not eating him! LOL I love your little water doodles too. Gorgeous design and so funny!
Posted by: Crissy | February 26, 2009 at 07:25 AM
I just LOVE LOVE LOVE this card. It makes me smile and gives me a happy feeling. When you get a second could you just send me a smidgen of your creative talent? I'll pay postage!
Posted by: Jean C. (naturecoastcrafter) | February 26, 2009 at 07:13 AM
awesome! love all the details and shading!!!
Posted by: mj | February 26, 2009 at 07:06 AM
Adorable card!!!
Posted by: crystal | February 26, 2009 at 06:33 AM
So very cute!!
Posted by: Candy aka cwilliams | February 26, 2009 at 06:21 AM
too cute it made me smile
hugs
Norine
Posted by: Norine | February 26, 2009 at 06:07 AM
Makes me laugh too!!!
Posted by: Mel | February 26, 2009 at 05:46 AM
Makes me laugh too!!!
Posted by: Mel | February 26, 2009 at 05:43 AM
So bright and cheery!!! LOve it!
Vicki
Posted by: Vicki | February 26, 2009 at 05:42 AM
Adorable! Love the images!
Posted by: Toni K | February 26, 2009 at 05:32 AM
OMG Anna - love it! So funny!!! 8)
Carla
Posted by: Carla | February 26, 2009 at 05:18 AM
Love the colors in this one. Your cards are awesome!
Posted by: Joanne E | February 26, 2009 at 04:51 AM
Lovely card :o) Put a smile on my face in the morning
Posted by: Linda | February 26, 2009 at 01:45 AM
Very pretty card Anna .... do you think you could teach me how to just "Doodle in some ground, water, and little splashes"? HA! Yaaa, as if =)
And where do you get this amazing STASH of buttons you continuely show us? They are fantastic.
Posted by: Robb_eeie | February 26, 2009 at 12:37 AM
You are too funny. I love it!
Posted by: Shannan Teubner | February 26, 2009 at 12:33 AM
this is just adorable! makes me smile!
Posted by: Kerry D-C | February 26, 2009 at 12:09 AM
What an adorable card. The color's are amazing. This card is all about smiles. Truly an adorable card. TFS and for putting a smile on my face.
Posted by: Diane L. | February 25, 2009 at 11:59 PM
love the little froggie!! He is too cute!
Posted by: gayle m | February 25, 2009 at 11:49 PM
Super cute! I just love that little fish, it just makes me smile. Love the doodled water as well. You always manage to make everything so perfect!
Posted by: Dotty | February 25, 2009 at 11:15 PM
This cracks me up! I love your sense of humor, Anna!
Posted by: Michelle | February 25, 2009 at 10:41 PM
This would put a smile on anyone's face!! Love the image you created and your coloring rocks!
Posted by: Kimberly O'Rosky | February 25, 2009 at 10:27 PM