I started a new job a little over a year ago and right from day one, I made birthday cards for the people in my department. But a year ago, I didn't know them very well. Now I'm starting to figure out everybody's likes and dislikes. I learned that one lady has a
As I was shopping for a mermaid stamp, the sentiment was the first thing that I saw at Impression Obsession. It's made me laugh out loud!! (I know my workmate well enough by now to know that she will enjoy this!)
I am excited for making these birthday cards over the next year. A huge part of the joy of cardmaking is the ability to tailor the card precisely to the recipient - images, colors, sentiment - and this year, I have most of my workmates figured out!
SUPPLY LIST
Stamps: Impression Obsession Martha Mermaid, If Your Thighs. PTI Happy Harlequin ("birthday")
Dies: Avery Elle Wonky Stitches, Clearly Besotted Happy (but they no longer sell dies, sorry)
Cardstock: Taylored Expressions Cookie Monster
Copics: BG13, BG05, BG0, YR31, YR20, YR23, YR65, YR68, V15, V17, E51, E11, R20
Other: Clear Wink of Stella, Pretty Pink Posh Clear 4mm Clear Droplets
What a beautiful (and beautifully colored) mermaid! And that sentiment makes the set even better. I love how you so perfectly tailor each card for your recipient. That's another talent you possess, Kim.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colouring!!! LOVE!
ReplyDeleteThis card is oh so sweet! Your coloring is fabulous and the sentiment made me laugh out loud! I can soooo relate!
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome!! Love how you colored that beautiful mermaid!! I NEED that inside stamp!! It is so FUN!! Fabulous, fabulous card!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card and the sentiment is brilliant ;)
ReplyDeleteHugs xx
Well I would say this is perfect for your co-worker! Very cute and that sentiment is a HOOT!!
ReplyDeleteI love your card! The colors chosen, the textures, the fine coloring--your friend will be ecstatic!
ReplyDeleteGreat card and such a fun sentiment! Your co-workers are lucky to get custom made birthday cards.
ReplyDeleteThis mermaid is just so cute and I particularly love the sentiment! Great use of the sketch!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this card, Kim. The way you used the horizontal element for the sentiment is awesome! ...and the inside is hilarious.
ReplyDeleteOh she is just gorgeous! I love how you've coloured her - she's perfect!
ReplyDeleteSuch a treat for your work friends to get these amazing cards from you (lucky them!!). I love this so much. Your coloring is fabulous and I think the bubbles are brilliant!
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