Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Double D Challenge: Humor


Hi there!  At the Double D Challenge today Diane is asking to see our creations which evoke a grin, a giggle, a chuckle, a chortle, a smile, a snicker... we could all use a good laugh any day of the week.

Here's a little bit of inspiration...



... and a prize for a random winner:



The team votes for creative winners.  There's always more information on the challenge blog.

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Although I found I have quite a few stamps that would fall into the humorous category I immediately thought of this old woodblock stamp called Happy Couple.  It's seen a fair amount of ink in its day and still going strong.  The sentiment is from Rubbernecker.



The inside sentiment is "Happy new year".  I rarely send new year's cards because I've generally just finished making and mailing 60-80 Christmas cards, but in 2027 I'll be mailing at least one new year's greeting.

I brought in stars and streamers and paper that brings to mind fireworks and late night partying -- all oldies from the toybox, save for the Waffle Flower Dreamy Frame which is fresh from the not-yet-used basket.  The picture below shows the shimmer and glitter from Wink of Stella and Stickles glitter glue.  In real life the effect is somewhere between the first picture and the second.



Come have a good time with us at Double D!  The team is sharing cards that are sure to bring forth a hee-haw, a whoop, a guffaw, or a titter.  Let's fill the gallery with laughter!

Have a happy day!


Stamps:  American Art Stamp Happy Couple, Rubbernecker Slow Down  Paper:  Hammermill 100 lb premium white, black card base and streamer, SU Rose Red stars and streamer, BasicGrey Euphoria designer paper (very old)  Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, Copics for minimal coloring  Other:  Waffle Flower Dreamy Frame die, Memory Box Banner Parade (2015), Wink of Stella, Stickles Diamond and Black Diamond glitter glue

19 comments:

Vicki said...

LOL! An oldie but a goodie! The black and white makes a statement on that fun background paper.

Barbara said...

I think the neighbors heard me chuckle when I read your sentiment. I'm still smiling. The background paper dreamy along with swirls card stock and your image. But that sent is the best

Yogi said...

Cute card. Love the ribbon thingies. Love the sentiment. I think I’ve tried tequila once… not my thing. Have a great day

Darlene said...

What a clever idea and yes the sentiment brought a chuckle! Great idea and beautifully crafted!!

Donna Phelan said...

Ooops I think my 1st comment should have gone on Darlene's Post--maybe too much tequila for me lol Anyways I think your people are very sophisticated and look just marvy! And still YUM for the tequila! (delete my other comment please) hahahaha

Diane said...

I had a great chuckle at this fun card, what a fabulous woodblock stamp, aren't you glad you didn't purge it like so many do with their woodblocks, I have a couple stamps in this series myself and so fun to see another one, it is greatly designed too!!

Margaret said...

So cute. I really struggle to find images good for New Years Day. Love all the different elements you brought into this one.

Bobbi Miller said...

How cute is this? And might be true Darling card Leslie ❤️

Lynette said...

Just perfect, Leslie!! I love it all. I like the inspiration board, too. :-)

Judy Woodland said...

Oh, I LOVE this image, it's so perfect for the challenge. Great background look, especially with the stars and streamers. FABULOUS card, my friend!

Marcia Hill said...

Bahahaha...love this Leslie and thanks for the chuckle!! Hugs. :0)

I Card Everyone said...

I think it's my first time seeing this fabulous and fun stamp, Leslie! [I hate to admit it, but I remember ONE New Year's Eve like this! OY]
You brought out all the perfect decorations for the party!
=]

Bonnie said...

Hee,hee,hee! So fun and I enjoyed the laugh!

Lisa Elton said...

HAHA, what a great sentiment! This is full of fun, Leslie!

Lia said...

So funny!! I like the image and sentiment,
Lia xx

Conniecrafter said...

too funny, could be true, LOL! I love the streamers and stars you added with it, and the sparkle, will make a great new years card!

Donna Ellis said...

Such a fun card, Leslie, with a great frame! Definitely produced smiles here! Sending warm Florida hugs, xx

Pauline said...

Oh how fun! I remember this image from way back, I think I might still have a couple of these stamped out in my stash. Love the sentiment, so true! haha. Great card, love all the finishing touches!

aussie aNNie said...

What a fun card design, gorgeous in every way x