It’s Thursday…and time to play at PPA! This week our fun sketch is courtesy of Mary Fish. I thought the three squares would be perfect for showing off the three fish images from the Seaside Shore stamp set. In fact, this would be a versatile sketch for showcasing trios of any similar images. I kept the card clean and simple, and used patterns from the By the Shore Designer Series Paper collection. I hope you enjoy this week’s card!
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This folded card measures 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″.
Don’t you love it when Designer Paper makes our job easier? The subtle background paper in shades of blue imitated the depths of the ocean, and seemed a perfect choice to set off the three squares. What an awesome summer vibe it gives off when paired with the busier Calypso Coral “Starfish” pattern!
I stamped all three fish images in Dapper Denim, and easily snipped them out. Popped atop Stampin’ Dimensionals, they add depth and dimension to the card. Of course, I could not resist adding pearl eyes.
What better sentiment for a nautical card than “Ahoy, there!” Once again, I put my paper snips to work. Stampin’ Dimensionals were used to “pop” it up.
Even with the paper snipping, it did not take long to create today’s card. I actually spent more time trying to track down the origin of the word “ahoy”. Suffice it to say, I really did not find a satisfactory answer, although I did find a plethora of trivia along the way!
As always, 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…
Delicious colour combo, Ann … those DPs make such a fabulous background for the gorgeous fish … the sense of movement is brilliant! Thanks so much for your visit and sweet words! Anita 🙂
Love your card Ann!
So cute Ann! I immediately started singing “Three little fishies and the mommy fishy too…… and they swam, and they swam, right over the dam.” Love your fishy showcase!
Beautiful card. You’ve convinced me to order the DSP! Excellent design and fussy cutting. I love clean and simple.
Swimmingly cute, Ann! I love the fish and the color combo you chose is “fin-tastic”!!
I love this card! Fun images and great colors for summer.
Super cute and simple card for your sketch challenge. I DO understand the “search” though… can’t tell you how many times I go on the “hunt” for something and either 1) get side tracked and forget what I was after… or 2). give up only to find it right under my nose after the hunt through 40 drawers! Hugs
Perfect card for the start of summer!
I adore the idea of fish for Mary Fish’s challenge! Too much fun! The colors are so bright and fun-perfect for summer. It looks as though the DP was made for you to use in this sketch! Love the easy peasy fussy cuts. Now, I am just trying to decide which is the Blue Gill fish!
That new DSP worked perfectly here! Wonderful fishy scene! I smiled when I saw the pearl eyes!
I love the “depth” of your card! Awesome card Ann! I love it! 🙂
Wow! What an incredible interpretation of the sketch. I lespecially ove your fish for my sketch!
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I love that background, Ann! Such lovely work! I’ve been drooling over the new catalog and hope to place an order soon. Good stuff in there! Thanks for sending it to me! We are all moved (finally) and settled and love our new home. Hugs!