and the theme for this week is...
GO FISH
and it just so happens that I needed to make a card for a friend who loves fishing and has a birthday coming up soon...
I used a sheet of Yupo and Alcohol Inks to create a background for my fishing scene...stamped images from Stampers Anonymous/Tim Holtz Wildflowers in Black and Fern Green Archival Inks and created a wall for that Crazy Cat to stand on using the Brick Mini Layering Stencil and Grit Paste. I then coloured the images from the Prima French Riviera Paintables pad with Distress Markers and fussy cut them out.I stamped the Crazy Cat on to Tim Holtz Watercolor Card and coloured with Distress Markers...
I coated the entire background with Distress Collage Medium Matte and while it was still wet sprinkled on Prima Mini Art stones...
I cut the sharp end off an Idea-ology Trinket Pin...threaded it with twine to make a fishing hook and line for this Crazy Cat who's determined that fish is going to be on tonight's menu
made a "No Fishing" sign...
and finished off by applying small dots of Glossy Accents to resemble bubbles.
You can find all the products I used over at the fabulous Simon Says Stamp online store...just click on the links below...
Why don't you pop over to the Monday Challenge Blog and check out the amazing creations from my very talented Design Team mates and as always you all have the chance to win a $50 gift voucher to spend at Simon Says Stamp. You have until Monday 8am Ohio time...1pm UK time...2 pm CET to join in...
You can also follow Simon Says Stamp on Instagram
and don't forget the...
you still have time to get crafting with your kids...grandkids...nieces or nephews
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I'm looking forward to seeing what you all make this week
Have fun and happy crafting
Hugs Kath xxx
WOW!!! I totally LOVE this Kath! the whole design made me smile :-) the background is fabulous and I was wondering where you got those little fish from, I need to get that paper pack! the whole scene is such fun! LOVE it :-)
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WOW!!!! I love this card Kath! The background looks stunning and of course I love the Crazy Cat!
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Linda xxx
Fabulous card Kath. I love how you have put the scene together with all those lovely bits & pieces.
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What a fabulous card! Such fun and so many fantastic details to take in! Your friend is sure to be impressed and will want to hang on to this long after the birthday is over! Hugs, Chrisx
ReplyDeleteTHE HOOK! seriously how clever is that? Fabulous card Kath!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a fun card Kath, I love how that cat has its eyes set on that fish, the background is fabulous and the fish hook is inspired!! Hugs, Anne xx
ReplyDeleteWOW,Love this card soooo imaginative.Love the expression on that cheeky determined Mogs face.Made me chuckle.Huggles and a HUGE Cuddle for Buddy.xxxx
ReplyDeleteI have a serious admiration for anyone who is so dedicated to fussy cutting! LOL! I wish I had the patience!
ReplyDeleteWonderful card dear xxx
OMW this made me laugh out loud.
ReplyDeleteWow, what a very cool card! Love it!!
ReplyDeleteHi I came over from Carol Held and I am glad I did! This card is fabulous!!!!! I truly love it you have inspired me very much THANK YOU THANK YOU VERY MUCH!! Keep up the very nice work!
ReplyDeleteLOVE LOVE LOVE this...had me cracking up! Thanks for the laugh. LOVE the whole scene!
ReplyDeleteLOL Kath, that is so much fun and brilliant idea to use the trinket pin as a fishing hook! Thanks so much for sharing it, Deb xo
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome xx
ReplyDeleteLove everything about this card!! What creativity and imagination you have, truly impressive. Thank you so much for sharing your ideas and all the wonderful details that go into making your mini art works.
ReplyDeleteSorry I am late Kath, all my days are so mixed up at the moment....
ReplyDeleteFabulous card, I think I would frame this if I was your friend, just love it.xx
Oooh wow Kathl this is so beautiful! x
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun scene, and I love the bright POPS of color, Kath!
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This is such a fun card, Kath! Love every bit of it. The background is amazing and love all the fishies and the brick wall is fabulous! Hugs, Sandra
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic card...I have a fisherman in my family...perfect!
ReplyDeleteThis card is so adorable and the yupo background is amazing. I love the brick wall the cat is perched on and the sandy bottom of the sea. I love the humor in this piece too. So much to take in and admire. Love it!
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Awesome card, Kath! Love this darling little scene you created with humor, I know your friend will love getting this!! hugs, maura
ReplyDeleteGreat fish hook. I love this interpretation of "Go Fish" for the Simon Says Stamp challenge. Really cool. Yupo as the background is wonderful - it works perfect for water.
ReplyDeleteHihi the scene is stunning, I see your cat is hunting too but he may have more luck than mine :-) Hugs, Marzena
ReplyDeleteThis is fabulous Kath and bought a smile to my face on this rainy Sunday afternoon...and that hook is genius, such a clever idea and works so well! Love it!! Hugs xx
ReplyDeleteLove your fun and awesome creation, Kath. The cat image is so cute. Love the fabulous background and beautiful details, too. :)
ReplyDeleteThe scene you created on this card is so fun Kath, and just perfect. I love the cat with its determined look sitting on the brick wall. The background is stunning and that hook was a really brilliant idea.
ReplyDeleteI agree with everyone else Kath. This is such a fun card and so beautifully done as usual. You are very imaginative, the kitty fishing with his tail is priceless!!
ReplyDeleteAdorable card Kath! Yupo paper is fantastic and your background with brickwall absolutely stunning! Crazy cats are always fabulous! barbara
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