Well, Maurice the Mouse (below you will learn how he was named) is back in the house today and I think he is SUPER-DE-DUPER CUTE! I have not made a card like this in a while and I knew that this would be the perfect way to STEP HIM UP!
I loved the comments yesterday about naming him…and I read what Chris came up with and I asked John….who does this mouse look like? – He said. “I don’t know – it’s a mouse”…then when I said – no…..give him a human name…he said, “Maurice” as he has an expression of sophistication! (I am not sure about this but…what-ever!)
There are 2 things that I like about this card…
- It is interactive/3-D, which gives and instant WOW and it is super easy to make… 🙂
- It fits in a regular envelope with no extra postage! 😀
Here is a link to a previous card that I made like this – it has all of the detailed scoop for you on the cuts and scores etc….but below I will do a super quick highlight!
- The front and back of the card are the same size 4 1/4″ X 5 1/2″ (you need 2 of them)
- For today’s card I cut the DSP to the above size and adhered it to one of the above white pieces.
- Score both at 1/2″, 1″, 4 1/2″ and 5″ Fold and score. (Use the side image of the card to make sure that you are folding in the right direction)
- Take the DSP and using the largest Square Framelit, run it through Mr. Big Shot – below you will see how one sheet of paper will do the whole card and then you will have the extra square for another card!
- Add Maurice (naturally he has been water-colored)….I actually stamped him on a bunch of 3 1/2″ squares as I have been out of town and “just in case” I messed up….I had backups! If I were to do it again, I would just cut the paper to the inside piece size)
- To the back of the fun card, a simple scrap of 1 1/2″ X 3 3/8″ piece of white card stock made the perfect pocket to add a note!
I hope that you can see that this really is a card that is very, VERY doable but definitely has a WOW. It is just the BEST that it could stand on someones desk, a night stand…a mantel. Every time I make this card style, I get rave reviews as it is a smile maker! (here is a TIP – if you have someone that is in a home or hospital, it is an instant PICK-ME-UP! to them….)
I am super happy that you all liked the water coloring yesterday. I have great results using the thick white card stock. I know that we have water color paper and if you are more comfortable with that – then go for it. Being the “type A” that I am…I like the “white’s” to match up so this is the main reason that I use it.
I could have really gone to town in making him super elaborate but with being out of town…I took the basic bases and then the ink pads! Let’s chat about the ink pads.
Because I do have all of our ink pads, I use them when I water color…..I like to squeeze the top to make the ink go on the top of the ink pad and then work from there as a palette…BUT – you can easily use a marker and scribble on a acrylic block to take the ink off and color away! The third way that you could water color is to add a drop of an ink refill on a acrylic block and go to town!
One of the best tips that I can give to you when you make a card like this is to use a super strong adhesive to adhered the 2 together. I used tear & tape as the width is perfect and the “hold it gives” is the best!
So…thoughts???Do you like??? To me it is the best of many worlds …
- It is different because of the shape…
- The water-coloring element makes it special…
- The pocket in the back let’s you write a message…
- You can be super flexible with the DSP you can use…a simple change with the DSP can change the entire feel of the card and naturally change the colors that you water color….presto – another masterpiece!
I hope that this 2 day post has made you smile….I know that you all enjoy them but honestly….I think to myself – can I keep coming up with them? I honestly just start with the Saturday card…finish it and then look at it to see how a different technique could work – it is as easy as that and I admit, when I am finished…..I am glad that I stretched myself to make changes!
I invite you to try to do something like this…it is a great way to learn different ways to develop a style. When you really break this down, it still is true to my style, clean and simple. At a glance…it looks hard but break it down…it is NOT….just like water coloring…..did you try it yesterday?
Please remember that we are in the last week of the month which means this is the last week to be able to win the BIG BOX of all of the Stampin’ Up! Markers (someone is going to be happy) 🙂 from me with an order of $75.00+. You can click here to see the offering…my personal way of thanking you for a great stampin’ up! year. (it ends for us on Sept. 30th)
HIT THAT PAW PRINT and have fun – shop away!
Great design! Love the card and the detailed instructions.
YEAH!!!! so glad that you are able to follow the instructions…..sometimes it is hard to put into words but it is truly easy to do!
Maurice is the perfect name! Of course he is a French mouse with his stylish turtleneck sweater. This stand alone shadow card makes a special presentation all its own. Both cards are winners this weekend. You get 2 best of show ribbons for Maurice. Thanks for all the inspiration.
Your comment was the best – many thanks for your sweet comments! Enjoy the afternoon!
Susan, I love both cards, but today’s is a standout!! With it being able to stand alone, it is a surprise and would bring a smile to the recipient for sure. Thanks for all the tips about how to make it. Have a great day!
It stands UP and it is a Stand OUT…..so happy that you like it…please CASE away!
It’s the high necked sweater that makes Maurice look sophisticated, professional even.
Love this card and it’s style.
That is EXACTLY what John said – the t-neck made it!
Susan, I love both cards. ???I love today’s stand up card. I love all the details you are amazing.I am so glad that John named this little guy,Maurice fits him to a T. Your coloring is amazing. Have a great day,Hugs,Ellen Hinds
I love your little smiley faces – they make me happy! So glad you enjoyed the card!
We love the name Maurice the Mouse for such an adorable little critter (he’s adorable only because he’s on paper). I’ve never tried making a 3-D card like this before, thanks for making it look do-able and providing the directions. Both cards are great! Thanks for all your inspiration. Have a great day!!
PLEASE make it – you and Caleb would have fun doing it together. You could let him do the scoring and also run it through the Big Shot! Maurice is fitting for him!
Sweet card Susan, like them both
Hi Karen…..hope you are having a great weekend! Thanks for popping in, I admit….I do like them both (the mouse is sooooo cute)
So Stinkin’ Cute!!!! Love the frame!!
This one is right up your alley! You should use it for a class!
Love this card!!
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I knew you would …..it is a cutie!
Great card and directions. So cute with the little mouse. They, however, will want to score it at 1/2″ 1″ 4 1/2″ and 5″ rather than at 4″ and 4 1/2″ since it should be even on both sides.
YIKES – did I write down the wrong measurements – Silly Susan….I will go right in and make the changes – many thanks!!!!!
HEY ALL…..Shannah was totally right – I just went back into the post and made the changes!!!!!!
You score at 1/2″ 1″ 4 1/2″ 5″ (sorry, my fingers were butterfingers….thanks)
Cute. I was trying to think of Maurice yesterday in thinking French with that sweater but kept coming up with the Pink Panther when I was trying to think of Maurice Chavalet (sp). He needs a tiny little mustache or a beret! Of course now I have his famous song in my head and the Pink Panther one. We know the lady mouse on another stamp in the set has to be called Lucille now!
Anyway, card. I like this but I like yesterday’s better just for the jaunty tilt of the crumb cake and the baker’s twine. I guess it shows his expression on his face more too. But, I do like this style of card and have made a few. Diorama is it called? I do think the idea of the little pocket is a cute idea too. But, I would be very happy to find either in my mailbox! Fun change up!
You are sooo right – a little mustache would be perfect for him! I think that you are right….it is a diorama style – they really are fun to make and I just love how they stand!
Good grief, I meant Louise (as in every little breeze whispers Louise) not Lucille. I had Lucille on the brain as I was wondering if BB King’s guitar, Lucille, will be in the new museum in D.C. that just opened. That has to be a wonderful museum to visit.
Great card….love the style! Maurice it is…you rock Chris R.!
You’ve got that right…..Chris R does ROCK and keeps us on our toes!
Super fun and super cute. Will have to remember to try this type of card. This would be an ideal card for display.
Please try it ….I know that your co-workers would love it or even you up-line would love it! (ha-ha!!!!) It is super easy….GO FOR IT!
I love this style of card and actually used it last year for my Christmas card but never thought about a pocket on the back. Brilliant!