Thursday, September 2, 2010

you're the best



Over the weekend, I had the chance to stamp a little and created this card with the adorable Top Chef image from Lili of the Valley.  So darn cute!  (You can click on the image for a larger version of the photo.)

I colored my image with copic markers that coordinate with my patterned papers from October Afternoon's Fly a Kite paper pad.  Again, after die cutting my image, I sponged some blue ink around the edges.  The sentiment is from the A5 Boy Oh Boy stamp sheet. I added lots of stitching to my layers and some orange buttons to finish off my card.



The copic markers I used with this image are:
bear: E31, E33, E35, E37, YR16, YR18, W1, W3. 110
barbecue: N5, N7, N9, R05, R08
dog: W1, W3, W5, W7, W9, 110
grass: YG63, YG67

I am off to get some things ready and go to the grocery store.  I thought this image was perfect for our weekend plans  We are leaving tonight to go camping.  Finally, some time away with just my family.  The summer has gone by way too quickly.  Oh, did I mention my birthday is on Saturday?  I love it when my birthday lands on Labor Day weekend so we can get away.  I'll be taking some images to color. :)  We'll be back Monday evening.  Anyone have some fun plans for the weekend?

Have a great weekend!

Niki

Supplies
Stamps: Top Chef, A5 Boy Oh Boy stamp sheet (Lili of the Valley)
Cardstock: white, orange zest (Papertrey Ink)
Patterned Paper: Fly a Kite (October Afternoon)
Ink: tuxedo black (Memento), spring rain (Papertrey Ink)
Accents: orange zest buttons (Papertrey Ink)
Tools: copic markers, rectangle nestability die (Spellbinders), sewing machine, circle punches

28 comments:

BethieJ said...

Niki this is just DARLING!! Have a GREAT time camping, and a VERY HAPPY Birthday on Saturday! We are headed out tomorrow for one last summer FLING before the kiddos start school! Water Park, Friends, and the Fair.. gonna be FUN! :)
Have a GREAT day!

Kelly Jo said...

this is totally adorable!

Christina M said...

A happy early birthday to you, Niki! Hope you have a fabulous weekend with your family! Your card is super cute!

Karen B said...

Happy Birthday! Enjoy the weekend with your family!

Beate said...

Niki, this is soooo cute! Your coloring rocks! I also love your sponged sky, the paper you used and the stitching you added.
Hugs and smiles

Sara Mac said...

Your coloring is perfection!! Once again, I love the mix of patterned papers. You have a great eye for putting those together. Have a wonderful birthday!! Enjoy camping with the family.

Diane Jaquay said...

Oh my stars, that image is ADORABLE! I hope you have lots of fun camping and that your birthday is wonderful! Eat some smores for me ;)

Dena said...

Nicki! Have a wonderful camping trip and a fantastic birthday!!!!!!!
Your card is way too cute and perfect for this weekend. Gorgeous coloring and I love your stitching!!!!
Hugs, Dena

chrisd said...

Happy family time and an early birthday greeting yo you. Have lots of fun family times!Hugs from Michigan

Kathy Martin said...

This card is the best! It's so cute and I love the patterned papers! :)

Denise (peanutbee) said...

I gotta go check out Lili of the Valley. Love Love LOOOVE that sweet stamp!

Denise (peanutbee) said...

P.S......happy birthday this weekend!! Hope you all have a wonderful time!

Stephanie Klauck said...

I just discovered your blog....awesome cards!
Happy Birthday!

Alice W. said...

this is waaaaaaaaay cute!!! LOVE that image!! super card, Niki!! have a fabulous Birthday weekend camping!! Hope you have the bestest trip!! =)

Karinn said...

Adorable card! I just love their sweet little faces and huggable bodies.
Happy birthday to you! My soon-to-be 8 yr old son's bday is the same day. We'll sing an extra chorus of happy bday for you too! :0)

Amber Hight said...

ADORABLE, Niki! You have the most amazing ability with your beautiful layers, always so much gorgeousness to look at!

Connie Pruitt said...

Your cards adorable. Have fun on your camping trip. And have a fun birthday.

lacey said...

Well happy early birthday!! I hope you have a fabulous time camping! Wow! Your going with the baby, too? Do you use a tent? Or do you have a camper?
Love the card. Cute image and great layout!
~Lacey
www.stampandcreate.com

Tracey said...

Oh my, this is super cute Niki! I love it!

Danielle said...

Love it! I never even inked mine up and the summer is over! Yikes, one last weekend to squeeze it in! This is so adorable! I love your colors and perfect stitching!

jen shears said...

Super cute!!!
Happy Birthday- have a very relaxing time! :)

Velta said...

Hi Niki ~ Hope you and that new baby are doing well...As for this card...you have made me hungry for a hot dog...great colors...great coloring...love the sketch. Take care girl...and try to get some "me" time :)

Paula said...

Hi sweetie, this is gorgeous i love the image really sweet and the papers are gorgeous too, hugs Pops x x x

Deb Vandersteeg said...

Niki, This is adorable. Just love your coloring what a cute image. Thanks for sharing.
Have a wonderful weekend.

Michelle Battistini said...

WOW Niki.. sooo adorable! I LOVE the way you added texture to the grass with different tones!
Mishy

Velta said...

Hi Niki!! This image is just precious...makes me want to go out and BBQ right now! I love your background and the colors! Hope you and newbie are doing well!! TFS!

Kimberly O'Rosky said...

Oh my what a totally cute image. Love your layout and papers too!!! Hope you had a fabulous birthdays celebration and a relaxing get away. My bday was today ;)

Shannon Erskine said...

awwwhh! How cute!!! Great coloring!