Sometimes I start a card or project, not really expecting a lot, and am pleasantly surprised by the end result. This simple little card is just such a project. I saw this free Panda Stamp from Sliekje digi stamps on her blog ages ago, but didn't really know how I'd use it. If you're not familiar with Sliekje's blog, do check it out; she has some very cute stamps (you can see where I've used one of her chicks on this Easter card last year). I punched a little heart, cut a bit around Panda's left paw, and tucked the heart underneath so it would appear he's holding it.
Last week I received the free Panda Love mini-kit from Pixel Scrapper in my inbox (sign up for the newsletter to receive free mini-kit emails!) and knew I had the paper to go with the stamp. I used Fluffy Slacks BTN free font for my front sentiment and tied in the Valentine's sentiment with a personalized message inside. This isn't a 'romantic' Valentine, but rather a 'thinking of you' type for a family member back in the States.
This week's Saturday Sketch #396 was the final touch and everything dropped into place – stamp, papers and design.
Supply List
Paper – cardstock, free Pixel Scrapper Panda Love mini-kit
Digital stamp – Free Sliekje Panda
Color – Caran d'Ache Luminance 6901 pencils
Punch – heart
Font – Fluffy Slacks BTN
I'm linking up with: Allsorts Challenge Blog #347 – Valentine's Day, 613 Avenue Create #160 – Anything Goes, Crafting When We Can #111 – Celebrating Any Occasion, and Craft Rocket Challenges #7 – Clean and Simple.
Such a cute panda and your colouring and layout are absolutely brilliant.
ReplyDeleteSuperbe ta carte Shani!! Elle est simple est très "cute"!
ReplyDeleteJe profite 5 minutes avant l'arrivée de mon patronh
Bises ;o)
Super cute! Love how you colored the Panda!
ReplyDeleteCould not be any cuter TFS Craft Rocket Ch Lis Dt
ReplyDeleteEEK!! This is soo cute! I love the simplicity of your card and that Panda image is perfect. Beautifully colored! Thanks for sharing your work with us over on the Sketch Saturday blog.
ReplyDelete~Jo, SS-DT
He's adorable! Thanks for joining us at Craft Rocket, Claire DT x
ReplyDeleteWow I do love your take on the sketch....
ReplyDeleteLove your cute panda scene...Thanks for sharing it with Craft Rocket Challenge!
ReplyDeleteI love pandas and this little guy is adorable! Super cute with your creative addition of the heart.
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining Allsorts challenge with this great entry, good luck.
ReplyDeleteHappy crafting
Tracy x
Lovely card, Thank you for sharing at Allsorts 'Valentines Day' challenge and good luck x Susan x
ReplyDeleteaww, so sweet - love how you colored the panda.
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining us at Sketch Saturday!
Hugs, Alica :)
Awe! This is such a cuttie! I'm not much of a Valentines person but this card is so sweet! Thanks for sharing with us at 613 Avenue Create. Hope to see you back soon.
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Aurora
Such a beautiful card. Love the CAS design with the pop of colours. Thanks for playing at 613 Avenue Create and good luck. Hope to see you back tomorrow for a new challenge. Bettina DT Member 613 Avenue Create xx
ReplyDeleteShani,
ReplyDeleteThis is just too adorable! Love how you interpreted the sketch, your color choices, and as I said, your image is just adorable! We are always delighted when you visit us here in the neighborhood at 613 Avenue Create!
Hugz,
Chana, Owner