Monday, May 08, 2023

Snowy

Hi everyone.  I've made a fun Christmas card using my favourite snowman stamp, Snowy (Penny Black).  This sweet snowman always makes me smile! :)

I started with the background, stamping Christmas Story (Penny Black) in Versamark and then sprinkled with white embossing powder and heat set.  I used Salvaged Patina distress ink to sponge in the right lower corner which highlights the white embossed text.  I stamped Snowy onto a small piece of mixed media paper in black ink and heat embossed in clear, then die-cut with my recent purchase of the matching die (Frosty's Snow).  I did a little watercolouring of Snowy's scarf, hat, and highlighted his outline; then added white dots to his scarf and hat using a white Posca pen.   Glitter Snow Texture paste (Aleene's) was randomly added to his hat cuff and pom-pom and red chalk was added to his nose and cheeks.

To finish, I tore a piece of white card stock to create a snow hill, stamped the sentiment (Christmas Sentiments - Penny Black) in black ink and heat embossed in clear.  I popped Snowy on top of the card with foam.

Close-up ...
Sending this to Peace on Earth #39 Challenge following the mood board below ...
And sending this happy guy over to Merry Little Christmas Challenge #50 . 

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Stamps:  Snowy, Christmas Sentiments (both from Penny Black)
Paper:   White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.); Mixed Media paper (Strathmore 140 lb.)
Ink:  Versamark; Black Obsidian Pigment ink (Altenew); Distress Inks:  Salvaged Patina, Mowed Lawn (Tim Holtz)   
Accessories:   White embossing powder (Ranger), heat tool, Clear embossing powder (Ranger), Frosty's snow die (Penny Black), sponge, watercolour brush, red chalk, white acrylic paint pen (Posca), Glitter Snow Texture Paste (Aleene's)

Challenges:
Merry Little Christmas Challenge #50 - Anything Christmas Goes


33 comments:

I Card Everyone said...

OH, what fun indeed, Loll! Just love this snow dude the mostest! Note to self: borrow again from Marcia!
=]

Faith A at Daffodil Cards said...

Love your wonderful background withe the fun snowman. A beautiful card Loll.

nancy littrell said...

Love your "Snowy" snowman, Lolly. He looks so cool in his light green with white polka dots hat and scarf. I especially love the partially stamped, heat embossed and Salvage Patina colored background. Snowy is an older stamp that you have given a trendy CAS style, my friend. I must get my Snowy out..TFS your inspiring and sweet Christmas card. Love and Hugs...Nancy

Cat Craig said...

Oh hes such a cutie...makes me smile too.

Linda W. (ScrappinBari) said...

Love that little snowman and gorgeous sky with the text peeking through, Loll - yes, so fun!!

BożenA said...

Your background is so amazing loll. I love the text emerging from the blue. This snowman is really so cute that when I saw it a few years ago I knew I had to buy it. Thank you Loll for reminding me that this stamp is somewhere in my stash.
xx

Julie B said...

Love that cute snowman and the background looks fab too. :)

Nstiz said...

That snowman is just adorable and LOVE your colors. What a great background you created with the white embossed text. This is just such a cute card and nice that Snowy now has a matching die!

JoAnn said...

Love how you placed "Snowy" on the lovely blended background. Great card Loll. I love using Snowy. Thanks for the inspiration.

Mrs A. said...

I love this snowman too though I was a bit surprised how big he was on the block. I like him wearing the green Hat and scarf. Hugs Mrs A.

Leslie Miller said...

Your Snowy is the cutest and happiest snowman ever. I love this guy every time I see him. You can't help but smile! I had to go peek at the die. It has snowflakes with it! Love your background with the pretty blue over white embossing. That's really gorgeous, Loll!

Pat said...

I think Snowy is the cutest snowman and love his green spotted hat and scarf Loll, and the added white embossed script makes a great background and the Salvaged Patina is such a pretty blue..love the sentiment too. x

Bonnie said...

Snowy always makes me smile and I love his fun green hat and scarf! A fantastic background too! A super fun Christmas card, my friend!

Lisa Elton said...

I see why you love this little frosty fella, he's adorable! Love his polka dot scarf and the little wash of blue you added. Cute card, Loll!

Darnell said...

I want that scarf, Lolly! It is such a fantastic color of green and it goes perfectly with the aqua blue of your partial blending over the text. It's a jolly design and you're right: Snowy always makes everyone smile! Love, Dolly

Christine Alexander said...

wonderful background for your adorable snowman Loll, the embossed script is a wonderful frame ♥

Susan said...

Love the way you did a partial background! Snowy looks great against it. Definitely a stamp worth bringing out every year!

Ina G said...

Such a gorgeous snow 'woman' Loll. Love the soft toned background with the text and fun sentiment.

kiwimeskreations said...

Snowy is such a fun image loll, and I can see why you keep coming back to him. Loving your background, and the bright green on Snowy's scarf makes a wonderful pop of colour
Blessings
Maxine

LesleyG said...

Love him! Love all the detail, snow much fun! Xxx

My Paper Epiphany said...

I always love Snowy and this design is fantastic Loll!

Marcia Hill said...

Yep, he definitely makes me smile too Loll, and I'm smiling even more because I didn't know there was a coordinating die for Frosty...YAY!!! Definitely going on my list! I love your soft embossed background with the touch of blue and then all the wonderful green on Frosty's hat and scarf! Such a happy, happy card...LOVE it!! Hugs. :0)

TK said...

Snowy is snug as a bug in his pastel colors -- all warm & cozy, just waiting for someone to play with! Adorable card, Loll

HilaryJane said...

I do love that snowman stamp. You just have to smile. He looks wonderful with his green scarf and hat xx

Liz said...

Wonderful card, Loll. This snowman makes me smile every time I see him, he is just adorable. xx

Bobby said...

I was so glad when they came out with the die for my favorite snowman. I love how you gave him a hat and scarf in one of my favorite colors, Loll.

Cindi said...

Love your cards! Thank you ford sharing. This snowman is adorable, makes me smile. Also reminds me to get started on making my Christmas cards.

Heather said...

This is a totally delightful card, Loll, but it is that spotted green scarf that steals the show!

Brenda said...

Snowy is my favorite too Loll, he is just too cute! Your card is so sweet, love the background and I love Snowy with his sparkle! Hugs, Brenda

Papercraft Boutique said...

Aww, the snowman is absolutely adorable, Loll! He brings a smile to my face too! The Christmas story text in the background adds an interesting touch, and I love that you sponged only part of the background! Your coloring and shading makes Snowy alive!
Hideko xx

Sandy said...

This is such a happy card!! I love snowmen especially chubby ones like Snowy. Love the color in the right hand corner - makes me think of the sunlight reflecting off the snow. Well done Loll!!
Sandy xx

Darlene said...

OMG he's SO CUTE ... awesome creation! Thanks so much for joining in the fun at our Peace On Earth challenge! Good Luck and we hope you’ll come back often.

Darlene
Co-Owner
PEACE ON EARTH
DAR’S CRAFTY CREATIONS

Julia Aston said...

I just LOVE the green on your cute snowman's hat and scarf Loll - and the lovely partial sponging of your text embossed background! Julia xx