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:
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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 “wobble” cards and my favorite color is…… turquoise, so you can imagine I love your card !
Absolutely love this card – and thanks for the tip about peacocks being bad luck in Britain! Didn’t know that. Another use for my action wobblers. (which can be cut down with Tim Holtz scissors if they are too big and you haven’t removed the backing tape yet…)
So creative!! Love the peacock. Your other cards are also pretty. Great Valentines with all the love products.
I love how you used a portion of this stamp to create something new! Ingenious! All your cards with these background stamps are gorgeous!
I’m quickly falling in love with the mandala stamps. In one of the pictures, there is one in the fog gray and another in a gold? I’d love to learn the color. Any tips on stamping on a card that splits in the middle? Thank you for sharing your ideas! I just started stamping last month and am so excited to learn new techniques and what can be done with each stamp.
Great card! love the peacock! And I didn’t know they were bad luck in England! Learn something new everyday!
So clever — and gorgeous!
I’m with you … silly cards are the best. Love the wobble in that peacock! Really fun.
You crack me up! What a fun AND pretty card!
Such an adorable and cute card!
oh how the peacock card makes me smile, thank you!
So creative and fun
Great cards and I love the last one. Thanks for sharing.
Linda D.
You always make fun and beautiful cards. Thanks for sharing.
Great ideas. Very pretty.
I think this card is wonderful. Thank you for sharing.
Playful peacock, great sentiment and the other cards are great, too. Many thanks for all the inspiration!
You are a genius! Love how you made your peacock! Awesome card!
I love how you made the peacock out of the that background stamp sch a great idea. I have seen other card makers cut down the action wobbler to fit on the back of an image and it works just as well.
Adorable! Love how you re-purposed that stamp too. Very creative.
Haha! Pretend peacock! And doesn’t he look so proud, too! 😀
Really beautiful!!
Awesome projects!!! The interactive card is super fun and clever!!
Beautiful cards. I’m new to card making so I appreciate the tips and tricks. Thank you.
Just beautiful.
fabulous cards and i love the peacock one with the blues!
You are so creative and the cards are beautiful.
Very pretty cards!
Love your wobble card – Sooooo cute!
I’ve gotten such great ideas from you – thank you!
I love love your humor!!! Who would of thought they sell wobble springs:)! I recognized the Emma stamp right away as it’s my favourite. Thank you for sharing your talents.
Theresa
I love the card. I like how only a little is cut and put on a wobbly spring.
Definately a different way of using this product. Loved it. Cards should make you smile!
Your Love cards have such an elegance to them, beautiful, TFS.
Love the peacock
This is a really clever and fun card. Thanks for sharing it!
Love the soft background design and the peacock is a brilliant idea!!
Love how you were able to re-imagine this background stamp.
Beautiful card. Love those background stamps. They seem very versatile. Thanks for sharing.
Oh my goodness what an adorable card. Love your eye to find the peacock tail. A true artist. Thank you so much for sharing.
Beautiful cards and colors.
Fun and adorable!
Your peacock card is just great, I am sure it will make a child happy to play with it.
Cute wobble card!
Cute, cute card! And they match so well! TFS
Love your love cards!
Brilliant! Clever! Adorable! LOVE!
Absolutely love your cards and your videos. Really think this card is so awesome.
Love these backgrounds! Must buy! Thanks for your creativity.
You have a great imagination . The peacock cracks me up. Great card!