Dec 27 2008
MacKenzie Childs Inspired
When I saw the Inspiration Challengetoday over at SCS, I just knew I had to play, time or not!!! The inspiration was from MacKenzie Childs — how fun!!! I LOVE the fun, funky and whimsical look of all things MC!!! For my inspiration for this card I used the first item pictured, which is the chair. Here’s my card:
This is the same bathtub image I used on my last post, but it was out and I thought it was just PERFECT for a MacKenzie Childs piece. This adorable bathtub image is Chill Out, by Annie LaPointe, an MFT stamp, that I got from Stampers Dream. Fun stamp!!! It is colored with Copics. My striped background was made by cutting and adhering 1/2″ strips of black paper onto yellow. The black scallop is made using my Long Rectangle Nestabilities by Spellbinders (just cut a scallop rectangle, then cut off the 1″ or so you need — easiest scalloped border EVER). The corners are Cuttlebug dies. Fun card and a fun challenge!!!
Stamps: Chill Outby MFT from Stampers Dream
Paper: PTI White, SU Black, Summer Sun, Almost Amethyst
Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Copics, White Gelly Roll Pen
Accessories: Petite Oval Nestabilities and Long Rectangle Nestabilities by Spellbinders, Cuttlebug Corner Die, SU Brads, May Arts Dotted Sheer Ribbon, Cropadile to punch holes for ribbon, Glue Pen.
Thanks much for stopping in again!!! We’re still in holiday/vacation mode at our house and I’m having great difficulties finding time to stamp — LOL!!! The house is full and there is a lot going on, but it’s fun!!! I’m still aiming for a post every day, but no promises!!! I’ll do what I can!!! Hope you are all enjoying your holiday as well!!!
20 responses so far
I love this card! And you really captured the spirit of MacKenzie Childs–crisp, bold, and whimsical, all at the same time! Thank you for a wonderful blog–you have become one of my “must reads” every day!
Sharon, this card is absolutely adorable. I love the bright bold colors and the whimsical bath tub is a perfect stamp to use with them.
Great job!!!
Joan
Absolutely perfect for the inspiration challenge! I love the bold and sassy colors you used, and the layout is perfect for the image. Simply adorable!
What a gorgeous card sharon! you captured this perfectly too! I’ve never heard of this store! but, I ordered a catalog…if nothing else, for some ideas and color schemes.. TFS!
Zippy and colorful design! It was a fun challenge, wasn’t it? Your design is perfect!
Wow- the colours really catch your eye! I love that stamp…it really suits the challenge!
Cute card in fun colors. Always come away from your blog with a tidbit of info., today on the simple scallop. TFS
Love the bold colors on this! It continues to amaze me how the little details that you add to your cards just make the “whole”. TFS
So fun and whimsical! Absolutely love it!!
i love these colors. the paper is so bold.
I just love a fun, bright card like this sometimes! It’s so happy! Love those colors and the polka dot ribbon with it. It’s just all so adorable! Same here with the Christmas vacation mode. My son just left today. Not much stamping has been happening–lots of household chores to do, also. But, like you, I’m enjoying it. Have fun, Sharon!
So bright, cheerful and non-Christmans 🙂 I finally have all my stamping messes and guest bedroom cleaned up, so I can get to my stamping stuff again. If I can get a few minutes away from watching football with my DH I will play your challenge below 🙂
I love MacKenzie Childs, this card is so adorable, just love it Sharon! My house is full as well and I’m taking time off to spend with the family.
What a darling creation!!! The coloring is just fabulous!! TFS!!
I love this card!! The colors are so bright and fun~ and that ribbon is the perfect touch!
Love the color contrast of this card! So beautiful, Sharon!
I looooooove the colors! FANTASTIC DESIGN!
What a great bright card. I was wondering where you got the striped paper. What a great idea, one which I will certainly be using in the future. Thanks for the great inspiration!
So fantastic! I love Mackenzie Childs. When I worked in the city, there was a store that I used to love going in from time to time to admire those beautiful creations, but I’d dare NOT go in there with my two little ones now!
Beautiful card!
Sharon you are so creative. MacKenzie Childs is one of my favorite home decor designers. Yours is a site I check often. Thanks for sharing your talent.