Those of you who follow The Stampin’ Schach know that Muffy and Lexi escaped from our backyard Monday and were on the loose for an hour and a half. Thanks to the action of the West Burlington Police Department, Lexi was joyously reunited with me, while Muffy was returned by a Good Samaritan.
That afternoon, I went to the Police Station to see if I could make a donation in appreciation for their time and effort. I was told that it wasn’t necessary, but the secretary said that they would probably appreciate a thank–you card. DUH! Why didn’t I think of that?
Since Stampin’ Up! does not have any Boxer dog stamps, I took the only SU! dog image that has pointy ears and selectively inked it to look like a Boxer, albeit an overweight one. Since Boxers have big lemon shaped eyes, I did make the dotted eyes a smidge bigger. A huge shout out goes to LeAnne Pugliese. Her Paper Players design team card was my inspiration. I used the Paper Player layout and paper-pieced the pups, just like LeAnne. It was from LeAnne that I got the idea to add Muffy’s and Lexi’s white markings with the Signo Gel Pen. Thanks, LeAnne!
The Stampin’ Up! Design Tips
This card measures 4-1/4″ wide and 5-1/2″ long.
- Selectively ink! A Basic Black Stampin’ Write Marker was used to ink the Playful Pup from Animal Talk. By using the marker, I was able to select which portions of the image I inked. I left off the spots, and attempted to shorten the tail. Muffy’s and Lexi’s stockings and faces are courtesy of a White Signo Gel Pen.
- Back it up! A Pacific Point Scallop Circle, created with the Perfect Pennants Die, backs up the 2-1/2″ Whisper White circle, allowing just a glimpse of the blue. Remember to position your paper carefully when you run it through the Big Shot, or you will end up with a flat scallop like I did…Ugh!
- The Match Game! The Chevron patterns and the Stripe pattern, all from the Parker’s Patterns Designer Series paper collection, work well together, especially when matched up!
Although I don’t have a picture of it, the inside is stamped with a simple “Thank You” from Sassy Salutations. I certainly hope that the officers get a kick out of it. In the end, I think the pups do look like a couple of ornery little Boxer girls. What do you think of today’s card? Won’t you let me know in your comment today? And remember, if you ever have a question about the cards I create, or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Until next time…
Stamp Set: Animal Talk (W 126390, C 126392); Stampin’ Write Markers: Basic Black (100082), Pacific Point (Brights Collection 119702); Designer Series Paper: Parker’s Patterns (131021); Card Stock: Cajun Craze (119684), Pacific Point (111350), Whisper White (100730), Cherry Cobbler (119685); Tools: 2-1/2″ Circle Punch (120906), Big Shot (113439), Perfect Pennants Bigz Die (123126), Paper Snips (103579), White Signo Gel Pen (105021), Owl Builder Punch for hearts (118074); Glitz and Glam: Basic Pearls (119247)
I was also sad reading this blog. Heart-breaking. But great post Ann! You did a great job with those thank you cards too!
Cute card!
You rocked it on this card…and am very sure the police department really appreciated it very much!!!! Glad the girls are safely back at home and all is well.
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Amazing card and sooo appropriate for this! You are very clever and all of your projects are amazing!
Karen Burke
Ann, what an adorable card. I am a proud owner of my second shelter pup and your card just made me smile. Truly a great story for all of us dog lovers, too! Thanks for sharing your card and story.
I have to laugh, NOW, not then. Your story reminded me of the time my Shepherd got out. I drove around for an hour and a half with the windows down, in winter, calling for him. All the while I had pneumonia. What we do for our fur kids!!! I woke up at 3:30am to his barking. He was laying down outside the slider. I let him in and ran downstairs to let the hubby know and dog shot past me to jump on the bed and wouldn’t you know…he had run into a skunk.
welp needless to say, There we were bathing him in water with douche mix to kill the odor. (by the way it works!) He may have stunk, but I was so happy he came home!
Your card is adorable! As a wife, and mother, of our finest police officers I kow first hand that a thank you card or letter mean more than you can imagine. The letters/cards of thanks are far fewer than the calls of complaints. I’m glad your babies were returned safely.
This couldn’t be more perfect! Great card!
Just catching up on all my favorite blogs since getting back from Texas. The whole time I was reading about Lexi & Muffy missing in action, I was holding my breath, literally! Thank God that they are home and unharmed. I know you must have been in a PANIC. I certainly was and I was just reading about the escapes of these two naughty girls. LOL! I bet that fence has been fixed. 🙂
I absolutely LOVE the card! OMGoodness how precious! Everyone will love it who sees it at the police station. You did good!
Yep, they look like ornery little boxer girls playing catch me if you can. Though they do look like Corgi’s too in the body shape. But, you did a wonderful job with that gel pen! I had to smile at the touch of pearls too. They will love it and put it up on display on a board I am sure! You could also surprise them with some home baked cookies and put them in a fun decorated box or plate using SU products. Who knows, you might even get an order or a new customer out of it! Even if they are health conscious – cookies are always a nice touch! So glad all is well. Too bad you don’t know who the man was who brought Muffy back – maybe make another card and put it in the paper as a thank to him and/or post it at the post office or someplace.
Chris R. from Iowa
LOL! I am cracking up…not only at the pups’ escapade, but at your “altered” dogs….either way, this is as cute as cute can be, and I am sure it will be greatly appreciated! Good luck this weekend!
Everyone in the police department is going to be blown away by this awesome card! Love how you made the boxers, they are adorable! This is so bright and cheery, you picked the perfect papers! I know the officers will truly appreciate your thoughtfulness.
So happy all turned out well with your loveable huggables with the aid of police and Good Samaritan! Your doggies card is just too CUTE! I’m sure it will be appreciated!
You did a great job with the card. Remember, I sent you a boxer dog stamp some time ago.
Ann, so glad you got the girls back safe and sound!
When I read this I couldn’t help but chuckle. Although when our dogs used to escape, I was always nervous about it too. Did you scold them? Hard to give our furry friends a time out like we do children. Very cute card you created for the officers who helped out!
Great idea, great card. I know the officers will truly appreciate your efforts.
Adorable card. I am certain the entire police force will be thrilled with it and appreciate your thoughtfulness. Again, I am so glad the ‘mis’adventure had a happy ending.
Super cute Caper Card! I love how you used the Perfect Pennants die piece for the scallop backing! You are so creative to make those doggie images look like your pups!
Sweet thank you card Ann! I could just imagine the panic you experienced during your hunt for the girls ~ so glad that you found as quickly as you did. Lost our pooch for 30 hours once…we were a mess! Have a wonderful day!
So cute, Ann! I’m sure it was much appreciated. So glad you found your girls safe and sound.
Awsome card! I am sure they will get a kick out of it.
you must have been knashing at the bit, when they arrived home, w/a *big* smile on their faces & wanting to know “what did we do wrong”?! Dogs…can’t live without them, can we? love the card.
So thankful for the happy ending. I’m sure the officers had never received anything close to this and that it will remain on their bulletin board forever! The card is just awesome!
Oh, Ann! So glad your babies are home safely. I have been in your position with a missing furbaby over night. I know how frantic you were! Love how you made the dogs look like boxers AND added your signature pearls! I so enjoy your work. Thanks for sharing.
Precious card! Such a happy ending… 🙂
Oh those policemen will know exactly who this card is from! Adorable!
Your beloved children got out – you must have been close to a panic attack – but so glad for the happy ending. I was looking for dog card ideas recently, and your is a wow. The little dogs could also be corgis, but you did a fantastic job. The card is so lively and yes – who better to make a card to say thank you. Great job Ann as always!
Blessings,
Jan
This is sure to bring smiles!! Adorable!!
So clever of you to make a Boxer card out of what you have. I know they will get a kick out of your card.
So glad the Boxer are staying home now. Give them hugs from my furkids and me.
You are SO clever! They’re perfect. One of my favorite color combinations is red and yellow – very brave : ) That’s one interesting pack of paper, I’ve had a lot of fun with it. And look at you, you even found room for pearls! Love it!!
Perfect for the occasion!
Perfect, perfect, perfect! And so clever, too!
Too stink in’ cute! I love how you made boxers out of these dogs – you are so clever.
The card is great. They are going to love it! Great job in Turing the dogs into boxers. So happy all ended well.
Oh Ann, I can’t imagine what you went through with your dogs on the loose!! Thank goodness for the good people who returned them to you, safe and sound. This acts of kindness renew our faith in human kind, there are still a lot of people out there who care enough to help out.
Your card is so super cute, I bet everybody at the Police station got a kick out of it.
Maria.
Very clever to come up with such a cute card.
I’m sure the officers will appreciate it
So cute! Love the matched up patterns and how you personalized the images so well. Great card, Ann!
Ann this is too stinkin’ cute and clever as all get out! They are going to LOVE this card and I’m sure it will be the talk of the station.
You are so clever creating the boxers …they look just like them. Glad they made it home safe and sound. hugs.
Oh dear Ann, you must have been frantic with both of them missing, I can only imagine. Thank goodness they’re back home safe and sound.
I’m sure the officers are delighted with your adorable card, great job on the improvising too!
Hugs,
Nancy