Friday, May 20, 2016

Monster and numbers

I still love my patterned papers, but I also love trying to use my stencils and inks more. So for this monster I decided to make a background using my Tim Holtz number stencil and black DI.

I colored the image using Promarkers and stamped a sentiment on a die cut banner and placed it in the monster's hands. I machine stitched around the edges.

And there isn't really much more to say about this CAS card...If you want to pick up this image for free I suggest you pop over to the Bugaboo website as it's this week's Friday Freebie image.

This card is also for:
    Moving along with the Times - #20 Man Or Boy
    Fab 'n' Funky - #305 No Designer Papers
    Cards und More - #158 Masculine cards
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    37 comments:

    1. LaineMay 20, 2016 at 1:17 PM

      Such a fun image and love the sewing and stencil detail.
      Laine
      xx

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    2. KraftyKoolKatMay 20, 2016 at 3:47 PM

      Love this cute and full of fun creation Pia.
      Hugs
      Cathy
      xxxx

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    3. MimiMay 20, 2016 at 3:57 PM

      :) Very cute! Sweet little purple-people-eater! The stenciled background looks terrific! ... And of course the stitching contains the whole thing perfectly!

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    4. CynthiaMay 20, 2016 at 5:01 PM

      Fabulous CAS design, Pia! The number stencil really makes the monster image stand out.

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    5. crafty-stamperMay 20, 2016 at 7:32 PM

      Great CAS card-brilliant stencilled background and love the cute image
      Carol x

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    6. ChrissyMay 20, 2016 at 8:05 PM

      I love your stencilled background Pia and your cute little monster..fabulous card.

      Luv CHRISSYxx

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    7. megMay 20, 2016 at 8:38 PM

      Cute monster Pia, lovely work with the stencil as you say it makes the image pop

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    8. cotnobMay 20, 2016 at 9:18 PM

      A super card Pia, such a fun image and fabulous design - your stitched border just adds a wonderful little extra finishing touch.
      Pauline
      x

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    9. MarinaMay 20, 2016 at 10:38 PM

      The number background looks fabulous.

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    10. Alice (scrAPpamondo)May 20, 2016 at 11:32 PM

      Great stenciled background, I have tought it was a diecut leftover on black cardboard :D
      I must use more my stencils too! Thanks for the inspiration. This cute monster looks very fun with the opended hands and the banner! Lovely idea!
      Hope you are enjoyed your vacations! Hugs

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    11. Patricia St MartinMay 21, 2016 at 12:02 AM

      Nicely done and a cute monster. Like how you did the background the number stencil turned out nice and love the stitching.
      Hugs Pat

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    12. TammyMay 21, 2016 at 12:25 AM

      This is adorable Pia!! I love that little monster and your fabulous stenciled background!
      Tammy x

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    13. lozMay 21, 2016 at 6:50 AM

      Very Cute card Pia..Loz

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    14. Wendy LMay 21, 2016 at 9:58 AM

      Fantastic design, thanks for joining us at MAWTT, xxx

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    15. MichelleMay 21, 2016 at 11:26 AM

      I love this Pia - the monster looks really cool against the stencilled numbers background. I love using my patterned papers too but would love to do a bit of stencilling. Something to think about for future makes (after my house move!) Michelle x

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    16. UnknownMay 21, 2016 at 12:59 PM

      I very rarely use stencils but I love how you have used this one here - what a great effect! Love this cute character so I had to go get him! Great card Pia!

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    17. HeatherMay 21, 2016 at 8:50 PM

      A beautiful card Pia, a lovely design with super background and an adorable sweet image with lovely colouring with super details !!!

      hugs
      Heather xx

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    18. Kim HegginsMay 22, 2016 at 2:26 AM

      This is so much fun! I love your sweet little monster!

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    19. Donna EllisMay 22, 2016 at 2:50 AM

      Fantastic use of your stencil, Pia! And your cute little monster is the sweetest ever! I always admire your fussy cutting, and combination of papers and elements! Wonderful card! xo

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    20. Pat KMay 22, 2016 at 3:06 AM

      Great fun image Pia and I love the cas design. xx

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    21. aussie aNNieMay 22, 2016 at 6:56 AM

      Sure is as cute as can be...love the stamp and your numbered background, great colours too...xx
       {aNNie}

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    22. MaryHMay 22, 2016 at 7:01 PM

      What a clever design to use as a background for your cute monster. Would never have thought of this, but it's so unique, and really added such a lot of 'oomph' to this scary little critter. Very impressive! TFS & Hugs

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    23. chrissy xxMay 22, 2016 at 8:50 PM

      What a fun design Pia..
      I LOve this sweet image. Great use of your stencil too, it really is awesome.
      Chrissyxx

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    24. Mrs.BMay 22, 2016 at 9:04 PM

      A great fun card Pia, such a cute image, perfect against the stenciled background.
      Avril xx

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    25. DonnaMay 22, 2016 at 10:30 PM

      How striking and fun, put a big smile on my face!

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    26. Monika ReeckMay 22, 2016 at 11:24 PM

      hiyaaaa I adore your self made BG yaay
      great black color choice for manly card
      and this monster oh so cuutee
      love his face hihi makes me smile
      Pia how are you hope you have more time to crafting now after MIL go back home hehehe :)
      hugs
      Monika

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    27. GinnyMay 23, 2016 at 4:07 AM

      fab card, thanks for joining us at FnF :)

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    28. Sue B May 23, 2016 at 10:25 PM

      Oh I love this Pia… it's so sweet! he's one very cute monster! :-) I really like the stencilled background and the fab stitching.
      Hope you are keeping well
      Big hugs, Sue B xx

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    29. EmmaMay 24, 2016 at 10:54 AM

      Cool card! I love the cheeky little monster ;) and the stencil you used. Thanks for sharing at MAWTT, Emma x

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    30. Shaz in Oz.CalligraphyCardsMay 25, 2016 at 8:03 AM

      Magnificent Pia, such a cute and appealing card, wonderfully made!
      Thanks so much for sharing.
      Shaz in Oz.x

      {Shaz in Oz – Calligraphy Cards}

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    31. *Vicki*May 25, 2016 at 3:50 PM

      AWE!! That monster makes me smile!! Love how you've popped out the banner he's holding along with your stitched edging! :) HUGS

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    32. scrappymo!May 27, 2016 at 7:10 AM

      A perfect card for a little fellow...that gremlin thingy is so darn cute!ol

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    33. MerviMay 27, 2016 at 9:04 AM

      Just gorgeous card, clever design and fabulous stencilled background.
      Cute monster image;-))m

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    34. PeanutMay 30, 2016 at 3:48 PM

      Monstrously CAS! And that isn't easy to pull off but you did! YAY!
      x Asha

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    35. AnonymousMay 31, 2016 at 12:06 AM

      Darling card, like seeing both versions!

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    36. Frk. BogstadJune 1, 2016 at 9:08 AM

      Eg likar søte monstre :)
      Og bakgrunnen din :)

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    37. Zoe TantJune 9, 2016 at 9:11 PM

      A fun card perfect for man or boy with our MAWTT challenge. Zx

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