Have A Fintastic Birthday!

Hello Tea Timers!

Michelle from the Design Team here and today’s inspiration is a spectacular underwater birthday card featuring the most wonderful little ocean party. This one is deep sea fun at its very best!

Supplies used: 

Fintastic Friends

Beach Buds

Eggstra Special Birthday

I started by blending a stunning underwater background in layers of teal, turquoise and deep blue, with darker silhouettes of coral and sea plants creating a gorgeous sense of depth across the scene. A generous scattering of white dots and bubbles floating up through the water adds so much life and movement and really makes the whole background feel like it is shimmering beneath the waves!

The sandy ocean floor runs along the bottom of the card in warm golden tones, scattered with pebbles, starfish and little shells which give it that wonderfully detailed and realistic feel. Swaying green seaweed frames the sides of the scene and tucks in around all the characters beautifully.

Taking centre stage is a magnificent three tiered birthday cake sitting right on the ocean floor, dripping with golden icing and decorated with shells and a starfish. It is the most fabulous underwater bake you have ever seen! Beside the cake on the left, a gorgeous purple octopus wearing a spotty party hat is waving away with the biggest smile, surrounded by a little pile of presents and a yellow starfish. On the right, the sweetest little turtle in a stripy party hat is carrying a gift and looks absolutely thrilled to be there! And floating above it all is the cheekiest little orange crab in his own party hat, claws in the air and clearly the life of the party! Little yellow fish dart around in the background adding even more fun and movement to the whole scene.

To finish everything off, the "Have a FINTASTIC birthday" sentiment is stamped in white on a bold navy banner along the sandy floor, and what a pun it is! It is the perfect finishing touch to such a show stopping card!

This card is an absolute ocean of fun and would make any birthday feel truly fintastic!

Thanks so much for stopping by today! 

Michelle

Wishing You A Very Happy Day!

 Hello Everyone!

Michelle from the Design Team here and today I am sharing the most gloriously summery beach card featuring a bunny and a panda who are absolutely living their best holiday lives! This one transports you straight to the seaside and I had so much fun creating every little detail!

Supplies used:

Love Is In The Air

Beach Buds

Boat Buddies

Sun Glasses - Purrfect Day

I started by blending a gorgeous warm sunset sky across the top of the card in soft yellows and peachy pinks, which gives the whole scene that dreamy golden hour glow. The sandy beach layers build up beautifully beneath it, with a lovely texture and warmth to the colouring that makes you almost feel the sun on your face!

The sparkling teal waves at the front are absolutely my favourite part of this card. The glittery shimmer across the water catches the light beautifully and really brings the whole seaside scene to life in the most magical way.

Floating in those gorgeous waves are our two holiday heroes, a cool white bunny in a bright pink and yellow ring float sporting the chicest pair of dark sunglasses, and an equally stylish panda bobbing along in a stripy teal and yellow ring with the most fabulous pink sunglasses on. These two are clearly very serious about their beach days and I am completely here for it!

Up on the sand, three tall palm trees sway across the scene, and a yellow bucket and green spade sit ready for some serious sandcastle building. Pretty shells are dotted around on sand, adding those lovely little finishing touches that make a scene feel really complete.

The whole panel is framed with a beautiful stitched scallop border which gives it a soft and polished finish, and the "Wishing You A Very Happy Day" sentiment is heat embossed in white on a vibrant teal banner across the bottom, tying all those gorgeous blues and greens together perfectly.

This card is just pure sunshine in an envelope and would be wonderful for a birthday, a summer hello or anyone who simply deserves a little holiday happiness today!

Michelle

Sending Smiles Your Way!

Hello Tea Timers!

Michelle from the Design Team here and today’s inspiration is the most purr-fectly delightful card featuring three little cats who have decided that flower pots make the cosiest of homes!

Supplies used:

Love Is In The Air

Light Green Spiky Plant - Beach Buds (palm tree)

Pink Flowers - Be Slothy

Dark Green Leafy Plant - Purrfect Day

Sunflowers - Hey There Critters

Garden Tools - I Really Dig You

I started with a soft and fresh white background with the lightest hint of green blended in to give it that gentle garden feel. The whole panel is then mounted onto the most cheerful pastel diamond check border which frames everything beautifully and adds a lovely pop of colour around the edges without taking anything away from the main scene.

Taking centre stage are three chunky terracotta pots, each one housing the most adorable little cat you ever did see! On the left, a sweet white cat peeks out from a pot bursting with lush green leaves and pretty pink flowers. In the middle, a cheeky little calico cat sits surrounded by big bold heart shaped leaves spilling out everywhere. And on the right, a fluffy grey tabby cat has made itself very comfortable amongst a gorgeous bunch of bright yellow sunflowers. Each pot is so full of personality and the trio together is just completely irresistible!

Tucked in on either side are a little green garden fork and a trowel, because even the most adorable plant pots need a little tending to now and then!

To finish everything off, the "Sending Smiles Your Way" sentiment is stamped in clean bold lettering on a simple white banner along the bottom, which keeps the focus on those wonderful cats and rounds off the card in the sweetest way.

This card is perfect for a cat lover, a gardening enthusiast or anyone who simply deserves a little smile in the post today!

Michelle

Love Our Adventures Together!

Hello Tea Timers!

Michelle from the Design Team here and for today’s inspiration, we have a fun travel themed card featuring a gang of adorable animal friends piling into their little yellow car for a road trip!

Supplies used: 

Adventure Awaits!

Love Is In the Air

Palm Trees - Beach Buds

I started with a map background, all aged and creased with dotted travel routes, a compass and an anchor stamped across it. It gives the whole card such a brilliant adventurous feel right from the start and is the perfect base for all the fun to come!

Two tall palm trees frame either side of the scene, and squeezed into the little yellow car are our four travel buddies - a cool bunny rocking some red sunglasses, a fluffy sheep, a sweet grey kitten and the most adorable little panda, all piled in and ready to hit the road. The front of the car even has a "Beep Beep!" number plate, which made me smile every time I looked at it!

To finish everything off, the "Love Our Adventures Together" sentiment is embossed in white onto black cardstock, giving it a lovely bold contrast against the map background.

The whole card is framed with a classic red, white and blue airmail border, which ties the travel theme together perfectly and gives it that proper postcard feel.

This card would be perfect for a travel loving friend, a couple heading off on holiday or anyone who just needs a little reminder that adventure is always worth it!

Michelle

We Will Walrus Be Friends!

Hello Tea Timers!

Michelle from the Design Team here and today I am sharing the most fun summer card featuring two absolutely adorable walruses having the best beach day ever. This one is packed with sunshine, sparkle and so much personality!

Supplies used: 

Walrus Be Friends

Beach Buddies

Cool Critters

I started by building up a soft sky background with fluffy clouds and then added a gorgeous sandy beach layer beneath it. A sprinkling of texture across the sand really brings it to life and gives it that warm, sun-soaked feel. The bright blue glittery waves at the front are my absolute favourite part and add such a beautiful shimmer to the whole scene!

On the beach we have our two wonderful walruses soaking up the sun. One most impressive collection of ice lollies and a fab pair of dark sunglasses, the other happy to see a delicious cold treat. Scattered around them are pretty pink and purple shells which add lovely little pops of colour across the sand.

Two tall palm trees lean in from the left and a cheerful shining sun beams down from the top right corner, completing that perfect holiday postcard feel. 

To finish everything off, the "we will walrus be friends" sentiment sits tucked into the sparkling waves at the bottom, and honestly it is the most perfect pun to round off such a joyful card!

This one would be a fantastic card to send to a best friend, and I just know it would bring a huge smile to anyone who receives it!

Thanks so much for stopping by today.

Michelle

Let's Hang Out!

Hello!

Michelle from the Design Team here and today’s card all about slowing down and soaking up the good vibes with these sleepy little sloths hanging out in their leafy jungle.

Supplies used:

Be Slothy

Leafy Plants - Beach Buds (Palm Tree)

I started with a bright green leafy background that was made using a tropical leaf stencil and gently ink blending with Twisted Citron and Lucky Clover Distress Oxides on light green cardstock, giving it that lush jungle feel. I also added gold watercolour splatters to give it a subtle sparkle.

I then layered in a wooden-style arch frame cut from Kraft cardstock with some Vintage Photo and Ground Espresso Oxides ink blending around the edges to create a cosy window into the scene. The branches stretch across the card so the sloths have the perfect place to lounge, and I tucked in lots of tropical leaves and pink flowers to keep everything feeling fresh and vibrant.

The “let’s hang out” sentiment which was heat embossed onto bright pink cardstock fits these chilled little cuties perfectly. This would be such a sweet card for a friend, a catch-up hello, or just a little reminder to take things slow.

Hope this card brought a little calm and a lot of smiles to your day!

Michelle

Let's Shellebrate!

Hello everyone!

Michelle here from the Design Team with a splashy birthday card featuring two adorable otters celebrating in style. These little critters are floating in the cutest pond, surrounded by mountains, trees, and plenty of shells for the ultimate birthday bash!

Supplies used:

Beach Buds

Trees - Seasons Tweetings

Mountain Scene Builder Dies

To create the peaceful outdoor scene, the sky in the background was ink blended with Shaded Lilac Distress Oxide. For the mountains, I die cut them using the Mountain Scene Builder Dies from grey and white cardstock. 

The grassy area was ink blended with Twisted Citron and Lucky Clover Distress Oxides. The water was die cut a couple of times from a wave die and ink blended with Peacock Feathers and Salty Ocean Distress Oxide before being splattered blue metallic watercolours. I added glittery accents to the water to make it shimmer like the sun’s shining down. 

The otters were coloured with warm tones and tucked in the water, looking so content as they enjoy their big day. I hand drew the rocks and boulders to help fill out the scene as it was looking a bit empty.

The punny sentiment says it all: let’s shellebrate! I think it’s a perfect way to send some birthday joy to a friend who loves the outdoors or sea life.

Thanks so much for stopping by! May your day be as fun and relaxing as these otters!

Michelle

Shaker Fintastic Friends!

Hello everyone!

Michelle here from the Design Team with a bubbly little shaker card that’s swimming in cuteness. This undersea crew is sending hugs and good vibes to a fintastic friend, complete with sparkle and splash!

Supplies used:

Fintastic Friends

Beach Buds

The background was ink blended in ocean blues (Peacock Feathers and Salty Ocean Distress Oxides) and layered with waves to create a fun little scene. I filled the shaker with a mix of sequins in blues, greens and yellows to match the tropical colours of the fish. 

Each character was stamped and coloured with alcohol markers. White gel highlights were added and then arranged to float around the frame.

I love how the octopus takes centre stage, surrounded by fishy friends, a happy crab and a smiley turtle. The whole card just feels joyful and full of movement!

If you're looking for a fun way to add some shimmer to your next project, shaker cards are always a good time. Thanks for popping by!

Michelle