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.
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:
BLOG HOP
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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 |
Absolutely gorgeous!! I love the old and silver backgrounds you did on the love cards.
I love your little peacock friend he is way too cute. I really enjoy looking at all of the cards that you make.
I love how you created the peacock card. Way to think “outside the box.” I had no idea peacocks are a sign of bad luck in England. Good to know.
Amazing use of this background stamp. Definitely not ordinary!
Just adorable!!
Love, love, love the wobbly peacock!
Clever use of the stamp for a fun card.
Your cards are beautiful but the fake peacock is absolutely adorable! What a clever idea!
Barb B. CZT
Love the peacock card, it is so adorable!! I always love how you think outside the box!! Thanks for sharing and for a chance to win.
Fabulous cards! Love your fake peacock!! So cute!
Beautiful cards done with gorgeous products. Thanks so much for sharing your creative talent!
Awesome cards Yana!!! They are all so pretty. Your peacock card is too sweet ❤️ And the sentiment is so fun. Thanks for the inspiration!!
All your cards are fantastic. Great use of stamps to create your own peacock!
This is a very creative card, thank you for sharing you make card making fun.
How fun is this peacock? And your other cards are lovely.
Well our cards can’t always be serious it’s nice if they’re all his lovely are colorful though and your peacock is .
So cute
The peacock card is so adorable! Love all your creations!
Love it!
Yana, this is so creative and so stinkin’ cute! What a fun idea! (PS Love the other cards you’ve shared using items from this release, too.)
I really love your current funny card spree. Keep them coming !
Such a clever use of a background stamp!
Really cute cards. Love the peacock.
Love that you can look at an image and pick out particular portions to create something unique. What a great way to stretch supplies! Your little peacock (shh, I won’t tell!) Is adorable & it’s versatility from the elegant gatefold card says a lot about your creativity. Thanks for the inspiration!!
Brilliant idea and SO cute! I love seeing how other cardmakers find really different uses for their stamps.
Love your ideas you always share with us! Thanks for being on the blog hop!!
Oh my; so much inspiration in your wonderfully unique projects. TFS!!
I have to say, when I first saw the card, I thought you had used a peacock stamp. When I saw the video I was amazed how you used a background stamp and a bird to make the peacock. You are so creative! And adding the wobbler thing behind it is simply genius! Beautiful card! Thanks for sharing!
Very cute!
What Agreat variety of cards.So many styles with this release.You inspire me.
Loved all of your cards! The little peacock was precious. I loved the way you stamped the background stamp on the vellum and embossed it. I would have never been brave enough to attempt such a big pattern on vellum. Thanks for sharing your cards.
such an inspiration to use stamps diffeently
Absolutely gorgeous!! I love everthing.
Thanks for the tutorial.
Fun card! Love that peacock!
Cute & clever! I have a bunch of those mini wobbles, so I’ll have to look at my stamps differently to see if I can come up with something fun like this!
I love your peacock card!! All of them are beautiful but the peacock card is my favorite ❤
So clever…a very fun card!
Gorgeous cards! Thanks for sharing them.
Absolutely clever idea on using this background.
Beautiful cards and a great release!
I love your peacock card, it is so adorable!! You are the queen of “out of the box” supply use!!! I love your ideas and all your card, they are always so cute and stunning!!
Your videos are awesome and I look forward to seeing more of them!!
Thank you so much for all the inspiration!!
I enjoyed watching your card come together. Your peacock turned out adorable with the wobble spring! Creative & fun!
I love your peacock!
What a fun collection of cards. Beautiful designs. Thanks for the fun blog hop.
I just discovered your blog through an email I got from SSS, and I’m so glad! I’m relatively new to crafting and cardmaking, but you make it seem so easy to create cards on your own with professional-looking results…as long as you have the right supplies/tools! Thank you so much for sharing your YouTube videos on how you do it! And also for letting us know exactly which materials/supplies you used. It’s most helpful for a beginner like me!
I especially love this little peacock and the creative way you came up with it. It inspires me to try to start thinking outside the box, too! I’m now looking at what stamps, stencils and supplies I already have to see which ones I might put together to make something new and make the most out of what’s already in my craft box(es)!
Thank you!
Beautiful cards! I love your cute little peacock!
These are gorgeous cards…love how you created the peacock.
pretty card
Beautiful cards!
So beautiful that background stamp in gold.