Well, anyway, here's my very colorful and whimsical card that was hugely fun to design and simply makes me smile:
First of all, I want to mention that the reason the little brush is in the picture is because I used it to brush on the bit of blue around the frog. Just a touch. I didn't want to do the whole background. The handy little brush was included in my set of Beauty Kate make up blending brushes.
The little girls next door will be turning 9, 5, and 3 yrs old this year and I'm all out of kids' cards, so I might as well start getting ready. The frog is one of my 95 cent Cottage Cutz dies. I didn't even know I needed him until I saw him. He's only 2 parts -- the body and the eyes. Easy peasy. I thought he would look cute with the boots and umbrella. The "hi" is three layers of black, and as you can see, I went dotty with everything else.
Are those boots cute, or what? The boots and umbrella are a Frantic Stamper set. I'll list everything below my signature.
My other reasons for making this card are:
Double D Challenge: Banners and NBUS Challenge #13 (I'll make a pest of myself at NBUS because I'm on a mission to use all my never-before-used schtuff.) The frog, dotted curve, and boots are all NBUS.
Thank you so much for stopping by. I hope to get caught up on my blog visiting soon. Stay well!
Dies used on today's card: Cottage Cutz Frog Mini, Paper Smooches Hello Words, Frantic Stamper Rainy Day Necessities, Poppystamps Dotted Curve, Memory Box Banner Parade
Well whoever gets this is going to be so happy!! I love it!! What a stunner Leslie!
ReplyDeleteHappy hoppy frog lovely and cheery...keep safe.xx
ReplyDeleteFabulous card with Mr Froggy and all his fun details!! Love all the polka dots too (I have used pieces of that on my card today). I really~really want a pair of those garden boots, I LOVE them (mine are just an ugly plain black, I call them my snake boots). Such a fun card with fun dies! I got a bit of 'sunshine' in my mailbox the other day...thank YOU so much, it sure made my day. We are doing lots of work around here and have not left the house in over 3 weeks, I am trying to not let it get to me, but like all, I just want my life back, boring as it was, I still want it back to normal!!
ReplyDeleteI Love Frogs and yours is so adorable along with all your fun colorful dotted umbrella, hill and so cute boots. You are so creative with all your die cut images. No rain today...only gorgeous sunshine. We got up to 70 yesterday and worked outside all day;-) Looking like today will be a little warmer. I better get out to do my walk before it gets too warm:-) TFS your cute, cute card, my friend. Love and Hugs...Nancy
ReplyDeleteWhat a darling card for the little girl. So cute with all the bright colors and I am a lover of dots for sure. Stay safe.
ReplyDeleteThat is so cute and I love all the wonderful pattern papers used to create it. I don't have any banners that I know of so have not done a card for the challenge at Double D's but I might try it if I find time. Today my arthritis is awful so not sure I can make my fingers do much.
ReplyDeleteSometimes we need that "just playtime" and so often we find ourselves not doing it!!! So glad you did because I am still smiling over this card!
ReplyDeleteAdorable and I want a pair of boots like these on your beautiful card and I want that umbrella too! I love polka dots!!!
cute. Have a great day
ReplyDeleteOh my! The black dots in your frog's eyes are just perfect, especially with just a touch of green on top! One of those little girls will be delighted! All the dotted papers look great against the "dotted holes) in the hillside. Such a cute card, Miss Leslie! hugs, de
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute, I love the frog under the umbrella. This is one of those cards that makes you smile.
ReplyDeleteOh so cute, Leslie!
ReplyDeleteadorable Leslie, this little frog is so cute and wow I love those wellington boots :)
ReplyDeleteWow that was a great deal on that die wasn't it, he is so cute and I love all the dotty paper you used, looks great together! Such fun flower boots, fun card!
ReplyDeleteThis is so adorable Leslie!! It definitely made me smile and I'm sure one of those little girls will LOVE it too! xx
ReplyDeleteWell, Leslie I can bet you your little home made pillow case masks look much better than my bank robbing bandana lol This is the sweetest little card I am sure your young little neighbors will enjoy all of your crafting efforts! Great Designer Papers, the banners look awesome. And I love your frog and those pretty little rain boots, aren't they happy looking! Be well! Thanks so much for playing along in our Banners Challenge at The Double D, Donna, DT Member.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you finally got around to using those supplies, Leslie! This card really made me smile - so full of cute, coordinating elements and I love all the dotted paper too!!
ReplyDeleteI think this card is so cute. I'm sure the receipient will love it! The frog is adorable and I love the boots. My daughter and Jennifer have boots like these and they love them. I'm partial to pokadots so I love the rest of the card as well! I made a few masks for Joe and me as well. I saw a video somewhere taking a bandana and folding it and using hair ties and it's done. I had some around and they hold up very well. Just take them apart and wash the bandana and put them back together again. Have a blessed and safe EAster.
ReplyDeleteFabulous happy colourful card made me smilelove the little frog,dotty banners and cute flowery boots
ReplyDeleteCarol x
This could not be cuter Leslie! I'll have to remember the trick with that little brush (I have the set also). Mr. Frog is so adorable and yes I LOVE those boots! Whether you are color or playing with paper, your creations are ALWAYS a delight to see! This card is CERTAIN to bring a smile! Hugs and glad you're staying healthy!
ReplyDeleteOOps ... me again ... Thanks so much for joining in the fun at our Double D ‘Banners’ challenge! Good Luck and we hope you’ll come back often.
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Adorable card Leslie, not a fan of frog`s, but this one sure is cute. fabulous layout and details.
ReplyDeleteStay safe
Pam x
Leslie, This card is just hoppin' with everything cute and I love the polka dots and bright colors! The pennants add the perfect touch. I'm with you about needing play time. I've been doing my share! Like you, I gave alway almost all my sewing supplies and fabric. I can only hoard one kind of crafting hobby at a time, lol! Stay well and thanks for making me smile today.
ReplyDeleteLOl...how adorable..love that frog! we are staying low here too. I made a couple of masks with bandanas and rubber bands. They work ok!
ReplyDeleteGlad you guys are doing well and you were able to make a few masks. We used some snow jeeping masks we have, look like robbers from a movie. Feels wierd... but we are safe and only go out if needed. This card is darling. I like the die cuts and the fun sketch. Cute!
ReplyDeleteHow stinkin cute is this. I'm sure whoever you gift it to will just love it. I'm so glad that you guys are all staying well.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant card with the banner, great imagination used here…. thanks for entering our fabulous challenge of Banners, and good luck in the draw and hope you join us again.
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Oh my goodness, this is the best, so colourful, so happy! Leslie, I love the little scene you created, it truly makes me smile. Everything is so just fun on your card today, don't know what else to say, but I love it! the frog makes me smile, love all the dotted paper, and those rubber boots, they ARE the cutest. such a great card for young ones! Thanks for making me smile. Sorry for such a late post, I knew I was behind but never thought this far. Take care Leslie, keep safe.
ReplyDeleteTotally charming!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute! What personality in that froggie! I always love umbrellas!
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