Well…well – I am so glad that you liked yesterdays card and I hope that this one will make you smile as well! Happy Sunday to all…here is “Mr. Elephant" stepped up a bit. Not drastic changes but changes that I think him look a bit spiffier! The changes are stars…stars and his ear!
Let’s get to the changes and then you can see if you think that it is worth the extra effort. I think it is and really the only one that was a bit of a “pain in the drain” was the little stars. (you can click on the collage to make it super big)
I was hoping to use the star from the itty bitty accents pack but the scale of it was too large so PLAN B = the confetti stars border punch came in handy!
The card was created just the same as yesterdays post but I used the star from the Tin of Stamps Set with Versamark to randomly stamp around. I love the effect as I think that it is subtle enough but it also does the trick to add some pizzazz.
Let’s get to the ear….don’t you just love Elephants BIG ears!?!? I just stamped it 3 more times (just the ear area) on scraps and fussy cut them out. For 1 of them, make sure that you leave a little edge that you can fold over and adhere with green glue – (the pictures will help you)
I know that this might be a bit overkill but what the heck – it really does not take too much extra time and I think the end result is super cute.
For the stars….those darn, tiny stars. It really is not bad and this is what I did…I put a small amount of green glue on the edge of the “elephant area” and let it dry a bit so when I used tweezers to place the little stars on there would be no oozing from the glue.
Yesterday I did not show you the back of this card but how do you like the little pocket I added to the back? It is perfect to tuck a note in and then the recipient can just stand their card up! The sweet sentiment is from the Happy Happenings Stamp Set but I am sure that you have many sentiments that would be appropriate!
Well…there you go – I hope that you liked this card and I hope that I have inspired you to give it a try. It really is a fun twist and you will get rave reviews!
Other ideas that work great with this card is to add Bakers Twine and the sentiment hanging down across the top of the card . I would use a simple glue dot to hold it in place.
I did have a couple of emails yesterday asking if it will still stand up after it goes through the mail? YES….because you have used your bone folder well…the card will pop right back into place. (I have had one on my office since February and it is still standing strong!!!
Thanks for your time today and please feel free to email me if you have any questions. You will see the products that I used in the scrolling store below or you can hit that SHOP NOW button and go to town in your jammies!
Have a fabulous day and go make some memories!
This is truly adorable! I love stepped up ear and the stars are delightful! I am anxious to try this stand up card and thanks so much for sharing! Have a blessed day!
Spiffy he is! Love everything about this version especially his handsome ears! This card is awesome! Thanks, Susan and enjoy your day!
ADORABLE! I love all the extra touches today…they each add a huge WOW factor. The Stars remind me of being at a circus and watching the elephant walk along a “path.” The added note pocket is really cool! One last thing…I still think you should do the video 🙂
Both cards are very cute. Today’s card is super with just the little extras you added. Thanks for the tips. Have a wonderful Sunday.
I love this stepped up version, this little baby animals are the cutest for baby cards.
Love the added details.
Thank you for sharing.
Maria.
This is a great card! Very cute!
I thought for sure you would have a tiny half pearl for his eye. Goes to show what I know! Also, wondered about using the fringe scissors to make grass for him to stand in. The other touch was hearts on the outside of the diorama instead of stars. I was close on that one at least. I like the flap of the ear! Both cards are great but I think the second one has a little more pizazz! Oh, and the pocket on the back is perfect to tuck in a note or gift card or just something memorable so they don’t forget who went the extra mile to make a card!
I adore both of the cards and the stepped up version is fabulous!!! LOVE the elephant ear and the stars really bump it up. I love your positive inspiration, Susan, and look forward to your blog every day. Thanks so much!
Very clever! Love the “ear” technique.
Absolutely adorable! Love all the “extras” especially the note holder. Great creativity, Sue. Would love to see you present your creations on video as some of us learn more by “watching” than written instructions. Thank you!
I was so inspired by your card, I had to give it a try.After completing it, I showed a friend and she asked if the recipient would understand that from the flat shipping, it was supposed to have the 3 D fold. I wasn’t sure. She suggested sending it folded instead of flat. I thought that was a great idea. Not sure if I’m making sense or not, but I love this card idea. Thanks for sharing it.