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Hi I'm Clare, I live in the South West of England in the seaside town of Torquay. I adore playing with inks, paints and generally getting messy. It is the calm place which fits in between my hectic life whilst working as an outreach support worker, looking after my son, daughter, foster son and hubby. Not forgetting our gorgeous springer spaniel, Suzi.

Saturday, 28 July 2018

From Santa to Gnome!

It certainly has been a log time since I've blogged.  I have been quite poorly and it's taken quite some time to recoup and get my mojo back!  To ease myself in gently I made this card for someone who was has a special birthday and a strong liking for garden gnomes.


I used the Santa stamp from Leanne Creatif, removed his bobble and sack and voila we had a garden gnome!


With some creative colouring, carefully masking the lines in the hat and converting the laced boots into wellingtons I painted out the lines & details with some white acrylic paint before adding some colour with neocolour II water soluable crayons. With addition of some rosy cheeks, the transformation was complete.


To the special age of 80, I added a little foliage to make my gnome feel right at home.


Thank you for stopping by today, I hope you have enjoyed your visit?  Pop over to Topflight Stamps and have a look at the extensive range of branded stamps available.

Happy crafting,

Clare.





3 comments:

  1. The joy of stamps, they can be whatever you want, love what you've done here Clare. Sorry youve not been well,I've missed your art and inspiration, crafty hugs xxx

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  2. Thank you Tracey, it’s good to be back. I’m not quite 100% yet but at least I’m able to craft again ��

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  3. Good to see you back in blogland, sorry to hear you've not been well, and hope you are well on the way to a full recovery!! Love this special 80th you have made, super fun card for a garden gnome lover!!
    Hugs
    xx

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