Thursday, November 12, 2020

New From Power Poppy -- Forest Fellas

Are you ready for five more new Power Poppy stamp sets?  Today we introduce Collection Two of the Quiet Christmas release, starting with Forest Fellas.



Love, love, love this set of woodsy critters all dressed up for winter!  Marcella has made them big enough for impact, yet small enough for us to enjoy designing a card around them.  They're available as digital downloads, too, but today I'm representing the physical stamp set so you can see the actual size on an A2 card. 




This is the most laid back bear I've ever seen... one paw in his pocket, the other wrapped around a warm mug of coffee/cocoa/tea/cider/toddy -- whatever suits your fancy.  Maybe it's tea laced with honey?  Because he's such an easy going fella I chose to use the "stay cool" sentiment with him.  It doesn't even have to be a Christmas card.  I'll use this set all winter and then some.  By the way, I love that he's wearing a watch, too.  It's just so much fun!




My cool guy is colored with Copics and hanging out on plaid and wood grain.  I added a little sparkle around him, but otherwise it's a simple image panel.   On future cards I'll use some of the accent stamps to create more of a scene.

If you haven't been there yet, be sure to visit the Power Poppy Blog to see Marcella's post and more uber-cute samples.  Lots more to come.  Stay cool!



27 comments:

Pauline said...

Ack! I love this card Leslie! You made the 'cool guy' look amazing with your colouring! Love everything about this, so rustic, fantastic papers and layout! And your right, you could use this image more than just a Christmas card, a great masculine card. Love this set, can't wait to see the next critter you decide to colour! Thanks for sharing today, looking forward to the rest of the release! Keep well!

Nanny's Pansy Patch said...

This set looks so neat! I love all of the other little creatures! Your bear is so cute and definitely lives up to the sentiment you used! You are right that this set can be used all year long! Joe would love the moose! Take care!

Unknown said...

He looks so cozy and lumberjack cool Leslie! Such great plaids too!

Christine

Christine Alexander said...

OMG he's so cute in his dungarees and scarf. Love your wooden board background and tartan DP :)

Ida said...

Oh my goodness what a cute bear! - Well in fact that entire set is super fun and cute. - Love the plaid designer paper and the sentiment fits that bear to a "tea" (couldn't resist that).

Loll said...

That IS the coolest bear I've seen, Leslie! LOVE that you've paired him with plaid and wood ... just perfect! Your colouring always is the BEST! xx

Glenda said...

I just love that sweet bear. Your card is the perfect place for him and anyone would love to see this come to them at Christmas! Well done!

Barbara said...

Great job on this bear! He looks like he certainly has something to say. Great inspiration and I can't wait to color him up. I sure hope that you are feeling better.

crafty-stamper said...

Brilliant image-yes love the little watch -fabulous colouring and perfect P.papers
Carol x

Lynette said...

He certainly is a laid-back critter, for sure. I can see him reclining in a La-Z-Boy watching a little TV. :) You've colored him amazingly, of course, and finished off the card perfectly.

nancy littrell said...

So much adorable detail on your staying cool Winter dressed up bear, Leslie. Love your woodgrain and plaid backgrounds too. Your Copics coloring is gorgeous as always. A card to enjoy and treasure, my friend. Can't wait to see a scene with more of the adorable critters. TFS. Love and Hugs...Nancy

Judy Woodland said...

This is so adorable, I love that stamp set. You have used it perfectly, from the design with the plaid accents to your impeccable coloring. Just gorgeous, I'm pinning.

Verna Angerhofer said...

That bear does look so content but then with having coffee that is understandable. Haha! Your coloring of this image is outstanding too. I love the whole layout of the design.

Yogi said...

another lovely card. have a great day

Margaret said...

Wow! I love this set. Your cool bear is so cute. I love your coloring and the texture you added to his clothes. It looks great! Great layout too with the plaid and wood grain. It does look like it could be used in a lot of ways.

pam said...

Looks a fabulous set of stamps Leslie, love the bear you used, your colouring is as always perfect.
Pam x

CherylQuilts said...

Oh, Leslie, I LOVE your sweet bear and agree that he is just oh so charming, relaxed, and yet quite the dapper fella with the watch. Hehe! Your coloring is fabulous, and I hesitated about coloring mine since black bears are so friendly (for bears). Just love his scarf too and the wonderful papers and layout! Totally charming and delightful, my friend. You always delight us with everything you do. I agree with Paula about being eager to see what you do with the other "fellas" in this set!! Hugs and love! xoxo

Maria Rodriguez. said...

Sheeesh!! We finally got the Internet back, it's been off since maybe 9am.
Anyway, I love this sweet image, I just want to hug this bear, wonderful coloring as always, my friend, and your layout and details makes this card a feast for the eyes.
Love your pattern papers too, just beautiful.
Thank you for sharing.
Stay healthy and safe.
Hugs,
Maria.

laurie said...

I may have squealed! LOVE this card and this set...so cute and right up my alley! I love rustic.

Darlene said...

OMG what a fabulous set and you've showcased this 'handsome' guy perfectly! Your coloring is spot on and LOVE the way you've incorporated the plaid! Fabulous inspiration ... thanks SO MUCH!!

Cat Craig said...

Leslie, your coloring is gorgeous and the card design is fantastic. Love love love this card.

Cindy Beach said...

You know I LOVE this! That black bear looks great hanging out with wood and plaid and that gorgeous striped scarf to keep him warm. I just keep looking at his nose because you know? It looks REAL.I think the sparkle is perfect!I like that gold bow - and are those sparkly drops too!
Can't wait to see the next one, Leslie!

Bonnie said...

This fella looks so warm and cozy and the wood and plaid go perfectly with him! What a fun card, Leslie!

Conniecrafter said...

Oh my I love this, terrific coloring of him, like his cool scarf, the watch is a great touch too. I love the wood and plaid combo for the background and I like the touch with the banners at the bottom too with your sweet bow, you just topped this image off great with your extra touches!

Ros Crawford said...

Aren't they gorgeous!! I just love your card..The design the papers the colours and especially your perfectly coloured bear! Your talent is amazing

Stacy Morgan said...

Leslie he is totally adorable! I like that you went with a black bear. The papers, sketch and your coloring are awesome. Totally diggin this!

Pretty Paper Junkie said...

So many times I've passed up a stamp or die, because they didn't appeal to me. But then I stop by and see the cutest card made with one or the other. This is just the case with this bear!! I love everything about this card. And he put a smile on my face.