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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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The next stop on this hop is Heather Hoffman. Or start over at Simon Says Stamp Blog.
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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 |
So darn adorable. It sure made me smile.
This is great! I love the way you think outside the box
wonderful cards Yana – love your color choices and designs
This is absolutely stunning. Thanks for sharing.
Fun card. Incorporating the background into the colorful tail–genius.
So cute and creative. I just love it!!!!!
Very cute!
the peacock is so cute it made me smile
Love how the more simple cards are still stunning!
You are so very creative! I love the peacock card and how you used the mandala to create the tail feathers.
Love them all .. the wee little peacock is just too cute though.
I love this card. Thanks for the video too. They are so easy to follow.
I love the look of the lace background! Very Cute!!
Love all of your cards, but this one just blew me away! So fun and creative, and imaginative! Makes me want to get the background stamp just to play like you did!
Beautiful designs and use of the background stamp.
So cute! Great card
The peacock tail idea is genius! adorbs
Love your style! Cute cards and ideas!
That is really cute. Love the colours and you have used the Emma die in a very novel way.
So cute and creative!
So cute! Wobble springs are so great. I love using them.
I love the color and the little bird
Love your cards! The peacock is adorable!
Crazy how you looked at that stamp and thought to make a ‘Peacock’…..brilliant! So cute, creative and I ADORE the colors!! Thank you for the inspiration and for making me smile Yana!
Just too cute!! The lovely background and the funny bird..what a card….just love it!!
Great card!
That first card is my favorite. Love the peacock and great sentiment.
Those peacocks are so great and the sentiment is perfect! It definitely made me smile!
Very creative! Love how it turned out.
Absolutely LUV your card…so imaginative. The light grey background works so well with it, too. I can’t believe you saw this in your mind’s eye. wow.
LOL very creative!!!!!! Love the funny peacock!!!
Love your style and enjoy watching your videos. Thanks for sharing.
Oh what a wonderful way
to use the stamps! I love
your Peacock, so pretty
and fun.
Carla from Utah
Adorable! I always go to your blog for inspiration! You are incredibly creative!
Love the card ~ the colors are great!
Adorable card!
Adorable. Love this card!
I absolutely LOVE the sentiment on this card!!!!
Amazing project!
I love this card! When elegance and whimsical come together it is always a good time! Your coloring is divine! You are so creative and inspiring! TFS!
Such a variety of lusciousness!
What wonderful cards
and a fantastic blog hop.
Your wobbling peacock made me smile.
What a creative way to use a background stamp.
AWESOME cards! Love the “love” card”
Beautiful application of these lovely products!
WOW> That embossed lace is so beautiful!
Love the color combinations on the peacock
You made me smile
That card is SO CUTE!! I wouldn’t have thought about using a large background stamp in this way, thanks for the tip!
You make beautiful cards.