I can’t seem to stop making funny cards lately. They are just so darn cute and irresistible! Googly eyes cards, funny sentiment cards, wobble spring cards, you name it! Here’s my latest funny project – a pretend peacock card with an addictive-to-use wobble spring.
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VIDEO TUTORIAL
I couldn’t resist filming a quick video showing how to create this project (although it ended up being not so short and quick). I’m hoping you’ll enjoy it. Watch it below or on my Youtube channel:
CARD DETAILS
I love Simon’s latest mandala 6×6 cling background stamps. So unique, so bold, so different. They are great for classic and elegant projects, they would be fantastic for a set of wedding invitations or save the date cards, but I decided to use them in a slightly different way.
As I was looking at these, a portion of Emma’s background reminded me of a peacock’s tail. I could instantly envision a beautiful teal-blue-green peacock standing on my card with its tail feathers graciously spread across the project.
I grabbed a little birdy image from the Cuddly Critter Accessories stamp set and stamped him using Simon’s Intense Black ink. Using my Copic markers I colored both images using BG18, BG13, BG32, YG03, B29, and B05.Â
I am listing my most favorite Copic Marker Color Combos here in case you are looking for some beginner suggestions.
I cut both images out, bird – using a coordinating die and “tail” using scissors. I also stamped Emma design onto a 4 x 5 1/4″ white cardstock panel using Simon’s Fog ink and adhered my pretend peacock using wobble spring. You could simply foam mount the bird on top, but I went for an extra dose of humor here and used wobble spring instead.
“I hope you always find a reason to smile” is the sentiment I picked for this project and I think it works out so well. I foam mounted my panel onto an A2 top folding card base made out of Fog cardstock and embellished the cards using Simon’s sequins and a few clear drops.
SIMON’S HEY LOVE RELEASE & ADDITIONAL INSPIRATION
I already shared several other projects using Simon’s Hey Love release on my blog. Click on images to see full project & supplies:
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SUPPLIES
I’m listing the products I used below. Click on the link to go directly to the product. Where available I use compensated affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
 Simon Says Cling Rubber Stamp Emma Background Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Cuddly Critter Accessories Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Cuddly Critters Accessories Dies Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Cuddly Critters Accessories Set Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Clear Stamps Choose Happy Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Fog Gray Cardstock Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Intense Black Ink Pad Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Fog Dye Ink Pad Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Crystal Reflections Sequins Shop at: SSS |
 Neenah 80 Solar White Paper Pack 250 Sheets Shop at: SSS |
 Mini Misti Stamping Tool Shop at: SSS |
 Misti Stamping Tool Shop at: SSS |
 Hampton Art Mini Action Wobbles 12 Pack Shop at: SSS |
 Action Wobble Springs 12 Pack Wobblers Shop at: SSS |
Action Wobble Springs 6 Pack Wobblers Shop at: SSS |
 Art Impressions Mini Action Wobble Shop at: SSS |
 Sakura Quickie Glue Pen Shop at: SSS |
 Pretty Pink Posh 4MM Clear Droplets (small) Shop at: SSS |
 Pretty Pink Posh 6MM Clear Droplets (medium) Shop at: SSS |
 White Fun Foam 12 Pack 9 x 12 Shop at: SSS |
 Uni-ball Pen Signo Gel White Two Pack Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker BG32 Aqua Mint Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker BG18 Teal Blue Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker YG03 Yellow Green Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker BG13 Mint Green Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker B29 Ultramarine Blue Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker B05 Process Blue Shop at: SSS |
I love this card and the subtle background!Really beautiful!
Omg! This card is both elegant and cute. And funny! Love how you made a peacock! This chock should be very proud to become a peacock! Although it looks kind of surprised by what’s going on lol.
Love how you made the background with the sentiment.
I love the colors of the peacock and the subtle background.
Such a cute, sweet card! I love the use of the lace background in that lovely soft gray!
Yana, I swear it’s impossible for you to make a card I don’t like. This is so fun but still classy, I absolutely love it!
Absolutely love this little peacock. So cute.
Such a fun little twist on the background stamp, would never of thought do something like that.
love them
love all your cards beautiful. the peacock is so cute.
Wow this is so clever – love the subtle background and the delightful peacock:)
I love the peacock and I have recently fallen in love with wobble springs!!!
I love your fun peacock card. You have a great imagination.
that peacock is a great reason to smile!
Wonderful cards. I love how you used the Emma background die! And your peacocks are adorable.
You are so creative ! that peacock is adorable and I love how it moves !
I love these background stamps. Beautiful.
Okay, that is just too cute Yana! TFS
Your work is beautiful! I love checking on what you’ve done next!
This comment is for the LOVE Blog Hop. I love the Colored Pencil LOVE design. So simple but beautiful!
Adorable peacock card! So fun.
A sweet and funny card. Thanks for the inspiration.
Oh wow! Stunning set of cards!!! Love them!!!
What a creative use for the large stamps. I love them!
Eeee.. so cute and adorable. Who doesn’t love a funny card. Love that pretend peacock 😀
This card is so unique! I love the great ideas you come up with……I’m a huge fan!
Oh how inserting how you cur part of the Emma background and made it pop on a wobbler! Thank you for the idea!
I love how you can find something new in an item you already have! How fun!
How creative to use part of that huge medallion stamp as a peacock! It’s a beautiful image!
Great Card! Such fun!!
Your cards are so pretty
Your creativity is off the charts. I love everything you do! I also appreciated your suggestions on comic combos! Thank you!
Great cards. Love how you created your background.
Such a great collection from SSS! would love to own all of it. You always create something very different and I like that style!!! Thanks for sharing.
That little faux peacock is adorable – I love this card!
Super cute card!!! The peacock is adorable!
Yana, you continue to amaze me! Seeing a peacock’s tail in that background stamp simply amazes me. Such a pretty and fun card! I need to start letting my imagination run more! Thank you!
What a cute peacock card! Love it!
This is amazing!! Love the little bird from the mandella!! So cute!!
YOUR cards make ME smile….
Gorgeous cards.
Love all of your cards! How clever to use some of the Emma background for peacock tail feathers! And so fun to do a wobble!
Great release. The wobbly peacock definitely gave me a reason to smile. Love you card.
Omg you are so creative! I love your idea to create a peacock! He makes me smile 🙂
I had lots of ideas for my new Emma stamp but never thought of this, how fantastically creative & clever! End result is definitely funny but yet elegant thank you for sharing
Your card is so beautiful! Thanks for the fun!
This card shows an incredibly clever use of a background die for a small focal image. Bravo.
Love your card! That peacock is so cute and the light background is perfect. I really like your previous card too with the gate fold vellum. So elegant!
Such a lovely combination of colors and so creative in using the stamps you have. I’m inspired to try to be so imaginative! Lovely.
Such a cute card and love the peacock coloring!!
Lovely card!