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 |
What a clever use of this stamp! Super cute!
Yana this is so cute and clever! Love the tone on tone background and the pieced peacock feathers, genius!
your cards are always so gorgeous… love these!!
Very cute card
I just love your creativity! I would not have thought to use this background stamp with the peacock…what a fabulous idea! I’m partial to cute cards also!
That peacock is genius, fun and lovely all wrapped in one!
Such a cute peacock! Wonderful creations with the new products. Thanks for the inspiration.
So clever and love the sentiment! Thanks for all the inspiration Yana!
So cute and fun! Love your card!
I really love these cards! Loved the videos too!
So cute!
This is the cutest card ever! It made me smile when I saw it and I’m sure it will make anyone smile were they to get one. It is such a genius way to use the stamps! Congrats on this unique card.
Great to see the wobble used again! It made me smile!!
I especially like that card with the brown filigree stamp
Love your cards and your creativity!!
I LOVE THIS!!!! Genius! And so cute with the wobbler.
Such a fun card!
great use of stamps
Love all the inspiration…pretty cards and so cute!
Awesome card! How clever to make a peacock. I enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing.
Fantastic card!I love the subtle background 🙂
What a crazy cute creative card!! I absolutely love it. You did an amazing job!
What a cute idea! I never would have thought of using stamps like that. He’s a perfect little peacock!
How fun! Your peacock is adorable and I love the subtle background. Great card.
You’re new to me and I am LOVING what I’m seeing.
Very very sweet.
What a fun card!! Thank you for sharing the video also.
Love the use of the background stamp!
This is so much fun. The colors are awesome. I love how this turned out.
Awesome cards! I love the Emma background stamp!
Such pretty colors, the Emma stamp is so versatile. Love your cards.
Beautiful cards
Haha! That peacock was so fun! And the Hey Love cards look sooo elegant! Cheers!
Oh Yana — this is one of the most creative cards that I have seen in awhile! Love the background with Emma stamp in Fog! But that peacock is amazing– love the colors and the animation! Thanks for the inspiration from this card and the all the others (which are beautiful!).
genius! that peacock is beyond cute
I love whimsical things and your cards give the recipient an extra little surprise when they open it. Too cute! Thank you for sharing.
Love this card. I love those big lacy stamps and finding another way to use it like that was genius. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Cute card!
How cute love these cards
I just love the peacock card…too cute! The simple love card is awesome…love it.
How clever to make a bird!
Your cards are gorgeous. Love the peacock one.
I love the background stamps, too, but I never would have thought of using them with the funny peacock! Turns out they go together perfectly!
I have no idea how you saw that little peacock in that stamp but you were so right!!! Your card is awesome! Love your other cards too! I look forward to seeing what you see and can create next!
The love card is the best. I really like seeing a stamp being used in a unique way like that, creating background – beautiful, classy and clever!
Really like your peacock card!
Very creative use of a background stamp! And funny too! love it. TFS!
Very creative, Yana; love the wobbly peacock!
The sentiment suits this card perfectly as this funny bird will definitely cause A LOT of smiles!!!
This is such a creative way to use the stamps!!! And I think you colored him just perfectly! What a great way to brighten someone’s day by sending them this card. <3
How clever is your peacock! You’ve made so many gorgeous cards with the Emma background stamp. Now I want it!
What a fun idea!