Happy "Hump Day" – It is already Wednesday…..zip…zip goes the calendar! This is a sneak peak from the new upcoming catalog (Balloon Builders) but also there is a KEEPER of a set from the Holiday Catalog (Oh, What Fun)! I am thrilled that this stamp set is going to be carried over!
I was always in awe with the fun people that twist ad turn balloons onto shapes and animals and the minute I saw this stamp set (and also saw a super cute example of a mouse in the catalog) – I knew exactly what I was going to do!
I realize that this is an unusual Christmas Card to give to someone…it is PERFECT! As you are reading this post my daughter is flying to Switzerland to be with her boyfriend and family for a week.
The "mouse" comes in as when we went to visit them we gave them a little mouse like you will see in the pictures! We laughed and laughed every night we would put cheese out as we always included the mouse!
They moved to Switzerland and some how the mouse did not make it – whenever we skype I ask them….any sighting of the mouse!?!?! Well…I found this little guy when we were in Austin and I knew exactly what card I was going to make for them!
Sometimes I think that we are so "programed" to do traditional themes…designs….etc….but here you can see how I am mixing the old (a Holiday Stamp Set) and a new (the super cute balloon stamp set).
The color that I used was Basic Gray. You can see that his (body/belly) has some shading …that is on the stamp – it makes a balloon so realistic and I am amazed at the thought that went into creating this fun stamp set – it will be a blast to see what others come up with!
Aidan's family is from the UK and they always say "Happy Christmas" so when this stamp set came out I can remember calling Hannah telling her about this FUN stamp set. I truly wish that I could be there when they open up the little guy. (Hannah said that she was going to go to the market to get some cheese to give with it)
This is an A-2 card and I felt that there was too much white space so I thought…..that Washi Tape would be PERFECT and it is a great "break" to the white and it lets the mouse jump out!
You know by now, I am in love with Bakers Twine and today is no different! This little bow is the perfect accent for my little rodent friend! A simple glue dot holds it in place perfectly!
The liner came from the Merry Moments DSP Stack (still on sale) – what a GREAT pack of paper for now but also for many years ahead – the colors and patterns are wonderful and I think it was great that Stampin' Up! had so many sheets on one pack – a real value!
Well….what do you think of my little mouse! I just know that he will be a hit and I also know that Hannah will have a fabulous time in this beautiful country! I asked her to send me a picture of the mouse unveiling!
How are you all doing….hanging in there with the holidays? I know that it is a super busy time for all of us but please try to enjoy it! I am blessed to have my brother and niece here for a quick overnight from Florida! We are looking forward to a fun, family evening ahead!
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Enjoy the day!
Adorable card…that is the best part of making your own cards, they can be so personalized! Your blog posts always make me smile. Wishing you a wonderful Christmas.
Cute cute ! Make one of these for Brian !! It is his birthday today !!
Love the cute story surrounding this card and hope Hannah has a wonderful visit in Switzerland (I went there as a teenager and loved it !)
I think this is a great sentiment stamp set too !
What a cute card! Love the stamp set and it is so unique. Your story behind this card was so fun to read…..I am sure they are going to love it!
Your Christmas mouse is adorable. Balloons are as much fun as polka dots. Looking forward to the new catalog.
Very cute and a fun story to go with it! The Washi tape looks like it was made to go with the Baker’s twine and the balloon! Perfect for the card!
When I see the Oh What Fun set I always see the Happy Christmas first and it makes me smile. The word “Happy” seems more modern than “Merry.” I am glad it was carried over so I can still get it later. I love the “Oh What Fun” also. I can’t believe how many Christmas sets I have but I can always use more! It was fun pulling out some of the older ones to use this year!
Great card! I have a similar mouse and now I will think of your cute story every time I put him on my cheese board:-). Thank you for all you do!! Happy Christmas:-)
Cute mousy card! And, what a fun gift!
We were in Zurich right after Christmas two years ago. I hope the Christmas market is still open when Hannah gets there! They were disassembling the market cabins in the train station the day after Christmas, so we didn’t get to see it. What a pretty time to be there!!!
Cyberhugs to you!
You are so creative – love your card !
Terrific card Susan. I love the story behind it and even more, I love that you made a balloon animal (you could do kid’s parties, grin).