Monday, January 11, 2010

Daddy's Birthday Card


Yesterday was my Daddy's birthday.  (Yes, I still call him Daddy!) So Becky Oehlers' tips on creating more masculine cards was just in time! Check out her blog post here ->
http://hemidemisemiquaverdesignblog.com/2010/01/08/man-overboard/
I used a few of her suggestions to create this card and I think it turned out pretty well!  Happy Birthday, Daddy!

Supplies: (All Papertrey Ink unless otherwise noted)
Stamps: Big & Bold Wishes, Polka Dot Basics II
Cardstock: Kraft, Bitty Box in Ripe Avacado
Ink: Dark Chocolate, Versamark, Distress Ink by Ranger in Peeled Paint
Embellishments: New Leaf Buttons

10 comments:

Melissa said...

Great card! I think Big and Bold Wishes is perfect for masculine cards!

Diane Jaquay said...

Fabulous "man" card Anika! Love the Big and Bold Wishes sentiment and the big buttons, perfect!

Ted said...

Love the card! As a man, I'd be very happy to receive such a card. :) Nice work, Anika!

Sharron said...

Great card--using that font and the big green buttons is perfect!

Nerina said...

This is perfect for a masculine card - I love the "Big and Bold" wishes on this and your subtle mix of patterns!

Taheerah said...

Great card Anika, I'm sure your Dad will love it!!

Karin said...

Great guy card!

Liz said...

Great job! Masculine cards are so hard!

Sue Ann said...

I still use Daddy as well!!! Love the card and love the New Leaf Buttons!!!

Lori said...

Anika he is going to love this card!! Happy Birthday to your Daddy!! :)