Pardon me while I have some fun... just like these gnomes are having the time of their lives doing the simplest thing. I love that!
I felt it was time to add some gnomes to my collection so I went to 1-2-3 Stitch and typed "gnomes" into the search field... oh, my word... there were a LOT of gnome stamps! It wasn't easy to narrow it down to three, but I did it. Ended up with all three of them being Stamping Bella. When I saw these guys we just clicked... right into my cart. They're so utterly gleeful!
It's a blustery fall day as they whoosh down the hillside. Just look at the sun's warm glow and the leaves all swirling in the wind. The leafy background and the hillside are designer paper, but I watercolored the overhead foliage and, of course, the happy gnomes. My watercoloring started with SU's Watercolor Wonder Crayons, but I wasn't real happy with how that was going so I switched to my Tombow markers. I definitely prefer the Tombows.
Can you have too much fun making cards? I think not. The more happy you can add to your life, the better. Enjoy your day!
Stamps: Stamping Bella Adventure Gnomes Paper: Fabriano Artistico Extra White 140 lb watercolor, white card base, Bo Bunny Autumn Song designer paper Ink: Palette Noir Coloring: A combo of SU Watercolor Wonder Crayons and Tombow markers Other: Poppy Stamps Freida Curve (2017), Poppy Stamps Dotted Curve (2017), Impression Obsession Grass
Super gorgeous and amazing colours.
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OMGoodness this is the cutest gnome card ever and I know for a fact HOW CUTE as it is sitting on my counter right now!! Thank you so much Leslie< I absolutely LOVE it, fits right in with my Fall decor!
ReplyDeleteOh my, Leslie, the HAPPY you have added to my life today is immeasurable! With every bit of added description I just read Fun, Fun, Fun! Smiles are contagious. Your card is adorable!
ReplyDeleteoh so funny and happy. Love it. And you picked the perfect decorative papers for it.
ReplyDeleteAnd we got a couple inches of thick wet snow overnight Sigh. Have a great day
OMG this is WAY TOO CUTE!!! LOVE how you've combined stamps & dies to create this Happy Go Lucky scene! You are SO TALENTED! Bring an instant smile and good feeling in my heart! Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteWAYYYYYY too much fun! I can see why these darling gnomes made it into your cart. I wonder if they have actually "un-digitized" themselves from this card and hopped into your garden for more merrymaking! Leslie, your card is beautiful - you always put the perfect dies with your creations. What a pretty "cloud" to put this WONDERFUL sentiment in! A really crazy-fun piece of gorgeousness! hugs, de
ReplyDeleteSuper cute and fun design. I love the colors.
ReplyDeleteLeslie, you have made the most clever setting for these happy guys Ever! Wonderfully done!
ReplyDeleteThese are the cutest gnomes ever. Love the yellow and how you used the dies for this card. Original and unique. My sisterr is partial to gnomes ans uses them in her yard. My neice hates them and is always trying to get my sister to throw them away. Last year at Christmas, ny sister bought and made about 50 gnomes of all types and hid them in various places in my neices house snile she was at work. I think my neice found what they think is the dlast one a couple of weeks ago. They are always pulling tricks on each other.
ReplyDeleteGnomes are "in" right now. I like the ones you chose because they have faces and are so happy looking. - Very pretty card.
ReplyDeleteThis is so much fun, Leslie! It's a riot of color and activity. I have 2 or 3 Stamping Bella gnome stamps...but not these. ( I also jumped on the Christmas gnome wagon last year...to use this year.) This is a really darling card.
ReplyDeletewell this made my day!! how fun and so beautifully made!
ReplyDeleteThere's no such thing as too much fun, Leslie! And these gnomes are FUN! They make me want to say Whee! Awesome coloring and a delightful card!
ReplyDeleteYour card is so cute - I just love this adorable stamp set! They look like they are having way too much fun! Love the bright colors and their cute little faces! I can see why they jumped into your cart! Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteOMG..such a Happy Fall Gnome card, my friend. Love the stunning Autumn designer paper along with the sweet hill paper. But your Gnomes are the happy star of your adorable creative card design. Thank you so much for sharing so much happiness, Leslie. Love and Hugs..Nancy
ReplyDeleteHee hee yes they do look like they are having a good time. Super cute and their beards look great the way you colored them.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card and love the fabulous happy gnomes
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Ok, this is seriously fun and fabulous, I want to take the next ride on the wheel barrel please!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the pattern papers and those dies are amazing, but your coloring is what makes this sweet image come to life.
Awesome card, my friend.
Stay healthy and safe.
XO
Maria.
Oh my goodness, this is absolutely one of the most beautiful, fun, colourful gnome cards I've ever seen! I don't own any gnomes, but sure glad you have added a few to your collection! These guys are having a blast! Love the papers and die cuts you used to create this! Thanks for making me smile today. Also, want to wish you a very Happy Birthday! Have a wonderful day Leslie!
ReplyDeleteRe the cloud stencil, I have cut mine apart as some sizes I use don't fit in the gaps, great stencil. xx
ReplyDeleteI wish you could see the smile on my face... Oh my you made my day... This is fantastic in every way... You ought be an illustrator!
ReplyDeleteI love those cute stamping Bella gnomes, I have a few in my collection as well. YOur coloring and staging of the gnomes is perfect.
ReplyDeleteOh, your gnomes are so cute, and yes, they look like they are having a blast! Love the warmth in the card. We actually had some snow this morning! But, it didn't accumulate and it's warmer now.
ReplyDeleteOh they certainly put a smile on my face, can't beat a ride in a wheelbarrow, if your best friend is pushing you :) Love your paper choice for the background and like the touch of color you brought to the border! Love the way you put texture in their beards and the wheelbarrow! The long grass in the front is a great touch!
ReplyDeleteYou are a wheelbarrow filled with fun in this post, Leslie! I can see why you wanted this frolicking pair, but this time I'm going to resist your enabling, lol! The pp you used is awesome for your scene and your watercoloring is always flawless, no matter which medium you use! Keep safe! Hugs, Darnell
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