Dia Daoibh!
Ah sure, it’s one of those Bank Holidays again—the kind where you tell yourself, “I’ll rest, I deserve it,” and five minutes later you’re knee-deep in paint, wondering why your kitchen walls have more coats than a Donegal sheepdog.
So, yes, the painting saga continues. I’ve wisely decided to leave the rest of the walls to their own devices until later in the week—maybe Thursday, unless the walls paint themselves or a miracle occurs (neither likely, but sure we live in hope). All this, of course, before I return to the night shift on Friday where at least someone will appreciate my multitasking talents.
Anyway! On to today’s card, the real reason you’re here and not just to hear about my domestic misadventures.
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I've been playing with the Gus & Gertie stamp set from Taylored Expressions, and honestly, if those two don’t brighten your day, nothing will. I used the matching die—because let’s face it, fussy cutting after painting is a level of madness I’m just not ready for. Coloured them up with Promarkers (as always, the good ones that haven’t gone mysteriously dry) and gave the balloons a proper party glow with Ranger’s Glossy Accents. Then, of course, I couldn’t leave well enough alone, so I chucked a bit of iridescent glitter on top because why not? If you're not sparkling, are you even celebrating? Popped the whole thing up with foam pads because flat cards are just… too emotionally relatable right now.
I adore this stamp set, and honestly, I’m eyeing up a few more from the Gus & Gertie gang. Though with the postage from the States, it’s nearly cheaper to fly them over myself and give them a biscuit.
A few challenges:
- Inkspirational #342 - Celebrate
- Stamping Sensations - Jun - Our Furry Friends + option: Anything Goes
- Alphabet Challenge - D is for dogs
- Passion For Markers Challenge #790 - 4 Legged Friends
- Crafty Animals #95 - Always Anything Goes
- Freshly Made Sketches #688 - Sketch:
Until next time, may your paint stay on the walls, your glitter stay on the card (not your face), and your stamps be ever sassy.