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Monday, June 14, 2010

A Grand Old Dad

Stampin' Sisters in Christ challenge hostess and DT member Lisa presents the verse for this week: 2 Timothy 1-6 and the challenge: make a project or card in a masculine style for Father's Day or other acknowledgement. Father's Day is just around the corner and Magical Crafts, Cupcake Craft Challenge, Cards for Men and C.R.A.F.T. also have father/masculine challenges. I encourage you to visit these links for great inspiration and a wonderful display of creativity. The image I used for this card is another of ever so many that have never been inked. But, it is not an every day kind of stamp so I was delighted to ink it here for the very first time to honor a "Grand Old Dad." Features cuttlebug embossing folder with gold metallic rub on, stamped background paper, blue metallic tape, sizzix die cuts, and metal charms from stash. Stamps: Judi-Kins and PSX. My DH is a "Grand Old Dad" and in fact, he is an "Old Grand-Dad" too- so yet another card for him. Thanks for visiting.

my hand

24 comments:

Sue said...

Love it, very unique stamp and wonderful way to use it!!

Sue from Oregon said...

Cool stamp...keep looking at all the elements of this card. Very creative!

Sandra1968 said...

A great card and beautiful colours.

Riet said...

What a gorgeous card Martha.

Hugs Riet.xx

Lovely Linda said...

Hel-l-lo-o-o Martha!! What a fabulous card! I love that image and sentiment - you have used the perfect colours Martha - it is so bold and fabulous!! Thanks for joining us at the Stampin' Sisters in Christ Challenge this week - we would love to see you again next week! {{{hugs}}}
Linda SSIC Design Team

Eiglas said...

Fabulous image and lovely, strong masculine colours. Well-designed and made, unmistakeably male card.
Also made me think of Christ and St.Christopher...?
Thank you so much for coming over to play at C.R.A.F.T this week!
Hugs,
Eiglas
x

Patricia St Martin said...

Really nice card. Just love your image. Thanks for playing with us at Cards for Men. Good luck on the Challenge.

Unknown said...

Male cards can be difficult can't they. you make it look easy this is lovely

love Dawn xx

Dazie said...

This is superb, I love all the detail.

Thanks for joining us over at magical crafts!
Dazie
x

jackiescrafts said...

What a delightful card, I love the image which can be interpreted on so many different levels
Thanks for joining in at Magical Crafts this fortnight

Jackie x

Carol Ann said...

Beautiful card the colours you have used are very masculine but delightful at the same time. The image is one I have not seen before but it is such a nice design and includes lots of detail. Thanks for playing along at Magical Crafts.
Carol Ann xx

Tammy said...

Gorgeous card Martha! Fantastic image and I love the embossing with gold!

Miss StampAlot said...

Cute card.. love all the colours..

thanks for the comments =)

Hugs Marielle j.

Sue said...

Hi Martha, thank you so much for visiting my blog, I have been a bad blogger of late but my hands have been busy! thank you for bringing me back to your wonderful cards all truly warming to the heart and just the tonic I needed, you have a sixth sense I'm sure! Happy Crafting to you, Sue xx

coldwaters2 said...

Hi Martha wow that is one fabulous image and so beautifully coloured. I love the design and added embellishments this is great work.
Hugs
Lorraine x

Grace said...

Oh Martha this is amazing! LOVE the unique fun image and your colors! I know your DH will love it and thanks for joining us at Stampin Sisters in Christ!

Faye said...

Martha, the vibrant colors just pop out at you on this gorgeous card. Not only did I get to meet you because of your visit to my blog, I have now been introduced to Stampin' Sisters in Christ challenge. Maybe I'll join in on the next one.

Vicky Hayes said...

What a striking image - I love that it conveys strength and gentleness at the same time. A beautiful card.

issy said...

Fabulous card, It was certainly worth all the work you put into it. Great job

Thanks for playing along with Cards for men this week and good luck in the challenge.

issy

Chris said...

Oh what a stunning card Martha... I just love that amazing stamp and you used it so beautifully :D
hugs
Chris xx

Spyder said...

Lovely colours and very unusual too!
(Lyn)

Claire Phillips said...

Fabulous image - a wonderful card. Thanks fior popping by mine! Cheers Claire x

Liza said...

Great work, thanks for joining us at CCC.

Liza x

Basement Stamper said...

Love the image, very different!!! Looks like a vintage stamp and is so perfect. Great job!