Presenting another Double D challenge. This time it's anything to do with the outdoors. Think canoeing, camping, traveling, gardening, fishing, and so on.
The characters on my card are experiencing the great outdoors safari style. This Gerda Steiner Go Wild stamp set has been sitting in my never-been-used basket for over 3 years. I was beginning to wonder if its time would ever come, but here it is.
Images are Copic colored, hand cut, and arranged on a card covered with designer paper. A few dies help build the scene. I sponged the edges of the card with brown ink. Inside is the sentiment, "It's your birthday. Go Wild!" I was going to send this to a friend who went on a photo safari years ago, but her birthday is still a long way off. In the meantime, a non-stamping friend grabbed it up and was loathe to let go so it has found a different home and that's okay, too.
In addition to creative winners, there's a darling prize for a random winner:
I enjoy the outdoors and all the fresh air and activity. Nature has a way of putting human problems in perspective. I hope you'll visit the Double D blog, see the awesome team samples, and have fun crafting along with us. Take care!
Stamps: Gerda Steiner Go Wild Paper: Neenah Classic Crest Super Smooth 110 lb white, scraps colored cardstock, Bo Bunny Zoology designer paper Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Close to cocoa for sponging Coloring: Copics Dies: Spellbinders A2 Curved Borders One and Big Scalloped Ovals, Impression Obsession Grass and Grass Border
I LOVE the safari scene you've created Leslie! The papers you've used are just perfect and those Gerda Steiner critters are the cutest!! xx
ReplyDeleteRoad Trip! This is just adorable! I love those cute, perfectly colored little creatures! Hope you had a great holiday!
ReplyDeleteOMG how totally ADORABLE! What a fun time these guys are going to have on their safari! LOL I always love coming to your blog ... I always come away with a smile and an idea! LOL GREAT JOB my friend!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely just the cutest safari! You now might have to make another for your friends birthday down the road as I sure she would love it, I know I did as soon as I saw it in our lineup!! I am so happy you were able to pull it out and use it as those animals are so dang CUTE!! Perfect papers too and another masterpiece!!
ReplyDeleteOh, this is just fabulous, Leslie! You make a safari looks so fun. Lots of amazing detail and those papers are perfect. And, your coloring is nothing short of spectacular. I want to go on a safari!
ReplyDeleteOh Leslie...I can totally see why your one friend was loathe to let go of this card...would have been a tug of war if I'd been there!! Your critters had me grinning from ear to ear this morning...oh those sweet, sweet faces!! Loving your dsp background too...so clever the way you built it up!! FABULOUS card my friend!! Hugs. :0)
ReplyDeleteOH, the places this group will go! WOW, indeed, Leslie! Even your patterned paper is a perfect fit! I'm so glad these fabulous characters have made it out of the basket - your timing was perfect, too!
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This is so adorable. Love all the images and your great design.
ReplyDeleteadorable. I really like this one. Have a great day
ReplyDeleteLeslie, you are so incredibly talented. Every little card you make melts my heart with peace and/or joy. This delightful card reminds me of you, Rich and the pups on one of your excursions prior to the pandemic. I'm glad those memories are with you (and yes, with me). The way the elephant's coloring balances all the pretty earthy tones is amazing, right down to the pink ears! Your layers are fabulous. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the designer paper, and you shading. UTTERLY delightful (I know I said that more than once). Wishing you happiness, hugs, de
ReplyDeleteThat card IS a WOW!!! What a fun, artistic card, Leslie. I love your coloring and all the layers you used. You are so good at combining all sorts of elements.
ReplyDeleteI can see why people would be fighting over this gem lol Love those cute giraffes and that head cocked elephant and toucan. The safari guide looks great and that jeep is super cute! I would have fought both of your friends for this :) Such a great design and I adore those Designer Papers. Well done!
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable card. You created such a great scene with all the dies, DSP and stamps! Your group of friends look like they are having a great time!
ReplyDeleteLove the safari scene you've created Leslie! as always your colouring leaves me in oar.
ReplyDeleteHugs Pam x
I can see why someone grabbed this card up, Leslie! What fun! So beautifully colored and you had the perfect paper to go with it! I'm glad I'm not the only one with years worth of stuff in the NBUS box!
ReplyDeleteMy dear, you NEVER disappoint, and this card is no exception!!! The whole thing just makes me smile, but the thing that makes me smile the most is that elephant. He's just so goofy looking and fun. Your coloring, as always, is impeccable, as is your design. Those patterned papers are perfect....just perfect.
ReplyDeleteHow cute and fun is this, I love the characters, all riding in the jeep. That pattern paper is so cool with it, gives the look of sand and dirt, like how the grass is tucked in, terrific coloring!
ReplyDeleteGreat safari scene, and the designer paper is such the perfect compliment to the scene ♥
ReplyDeleteThis is just the cutest card ever, Leslie!!! I'm so glad this challenge gave you the opportunity to finally use these stamps because they are adorable. I love the look on the animals faces. Priceless!! I wonder what they're looking at that has them so bewildered? Cute, cute, CUTE card, my friend!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love that you took us to Africa on Safari. This has just got to be the cutest group of animals. I'm not sure if the elephant is in the Jeep or if he's following behind but he is adorable as well as the giraffe. Of how you made the dye cuts scattered around the background to make this amazing card.
ReplyDeleteLeslie, this is so amazing. Love the Safari feel to this. Love all the elements on this, and those animals are just the cutest, even the paper is so perfect! So glad you were able to finally use this stamp set! Sorry for not commenting lately. I'm trying to get caught up!
ReplyDeleteWow...Gorgeous safarie scenic card! love the fabulous style and colour.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend, hugs
Ohhh what great paper you found and your scene is fantastic...love all the grasses tucked about.
ReplyDeleteyou have outdone yourself with this one. It is just fabulous. I love everything about it. I am so glad that it proved to be time for that stamp to be used. Better late than never, especially if you produce cards as amazing as this one xx
ReplyDeleteOMG this is crazy adorable. So glad you finally used it. What a fun, fun card.
ReplyDeleteAdorable! My grandson would love this! Anything animals. I have him at my craft desk..starting out with just stickers and a bit of sponging. He's 2...lol
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this so much Leslie! So fabulously colored and designed! So SO CUTE! I have the Elizabeth Craft dies for a jeep and critters and they need used! I haven't made the three year mark with them yet though. ugh. We're crazy! hoho At least we have them in case!
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