made this card for my dad and two brothers for father's day
every year my dad and mom would back up the station wagon
we would leave our house at the crack of dawn to take the long ride down
to the Jersey shore
Long Beach Island at Barnegat Light
I can't even tell you how long I Have had this stamp I bought in
a little 5 & Dime Store (yes showing my age)
as a souvenir
with the new trend being water coloring just had to
as a souvenir
with the new trend being water coloring just had to
try to paint this stamp
SO happy with the way it came out
SO happy with the way it came out
I used Tim Holtz distress inks on an acrylic block
and a water brush on Tim Holtz water color paper
stamped Happy Fathers day on the
inside of the card
stamped Happy Fathers day on the
inside of the card
Hope everyone has a fantastic day tomorrow!
Linky Party
any Project, handmade item,
card or Layout
one entry per person please
winner will received
8 skeins of crinkle ribbon
colors will vary depending on availability
This is absolutely gorgeous, Karen!! Your watercoloring looks amazing!! This would be perfect for my Dad, too - he loves lighthouses!! I'll be back to link up soon!! Have a great weekend :)
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A Mermaid's Crafts
Like how you colored the lighthouse & scene. I'm fond of lighthouses.
ReplyDeleteMelissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
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"Sunshine HoneyBee"
What a beautiful card and story behind it! I am sure your father and brothers will love it! Thanks for another fun linky - I will be back tomorrow to link up! Wouldn't miss it!
ReplyDeleteKaren your brothers and father will love the special card you created for them. Your watercolor is awesome.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful card and a lovely story....
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day,
Migdalia
*Crafting With Creative M*
Beautiful story!! They are going to love the card!!
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Marissa Isabel
This came out amazing Karen! Looks like a painting! Carri~Abusybee
ReplyDeleteSkittles!
Beautiful card! The scene is so pretty...I love lighthouses :) We got visit the one on Lake Superior each summer-attracts a lot of tourists. I can see why~So gorgeous! I am sure your Dad and Brothers loved it!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day-hope your enjoying your summer!
Hugs,
Sherrie K