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 |
What an adorable and clever card Yana!!!
Love, love, love! Beautiful card, thanks for sharing!
So inspiring! Thanks for sharing.
Fun cards. I like the simplicity of the gray with the partial background stamp. Very nice.
I love your colors and designs
What a clever idea. Love the cards.
:)) Super cute!
You are so creative! Love all of these!
Brilliant cards!
Love your cute and funny peacock card! Your love card designs are all so very beautiful too!
Love the color on color (blue on blue, white on white).
That peacock is very cool but with the action wobble it has become awesome, Love how you colored the image. TFS
What an adorable and clever card Yana!!!
I love these love word card with amazing background.
Super cute idea and the bird is so stinking cute. Love the idea and the cards are gorgeous.
Really like how you used the love as a background. Great cards
How stinkin’ adorable is that little peacock! Super cute – especially love the action wobbler addition. Fabulous cards Yana!
Super cute! Love the peacock!
These stamps are beautiful and the bird is so cute.
So cute and love the peacock and how it wiggles, such a great idea
This is such a cute card! Paper Smooches has some birds that might work for this, too! Can’t wait to play!
Beautiful and funny all wrapped in one!
What a fun card; love the peacock with it’s wobbler.
This is the cutest card I have seen in a loooong time. Thanks for the inspiration.
This is one of the most creative ideas ever! I love seeing ways to use stamps or dies in unexpected ways.
Love your cards!
What a clever way to use this stamp Love it.
Very clever idea!
Your fun peacock card is very clever! Thanks for some great tips in your video!
Well, you certainly gave me a reason to smile today. I really love your cards, Yana. Great idea, and great colour combination. Love, love, love those background stamps.
Just love your cards!
Love the cards, thank for sharing!
This is so cute and fun. I love the soft background with the really colorful “pseudo” Peacock.
Such a creative idea!! Thanks for sharing 🙂
haha by far the most unique card i’ve seen in a long time!
Wonderful cards. Thanks for the video, such an inspiration. You have great ideas
As always, beautiful inspiration! And lots of love!
Love the fun of a wobble card! all your cards are filled with lots of inspiration!
hugs
Judy K
Love the peacock using the Emma stamp and your sentiment is perfect too! Awesome cards you made from this release.
Such a sweet card! Love the cute peacock. He is very personable.
Love your cards.
So cute card, I loved it!! you are so creative.
Love your funny peacock card, Yana! Your medallion cards are really lovely!! The gatefold medallion card is stunning!!
I love the peacock, I love the way you made the pattern work,. Cute, thanks for sharing this cute card.
Super cute card !! Love the way that you use other stamp sets !!
Beautiful and so talented!
How adorable is that peacock, love this card! Your cards are just beautiful.
Cleaver cleaver peacock.
That is an amazing card! I love how you turned your bird into a peacock and the colours are amazing!
Cute card.