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Monday, January 12, 2015

NBUS Merry Monday Critter

It's Merry Monday time again.

 I have another NBUS stamp that I used for this card.

 It's from the Winter Wonderland set by Penny Black.

 We had some of these cute little birds in the gallery at Merry Monday last year
and they went on my list.


Here's this week's challenge brought to us by the sweet and talented Katie.

Christmas Critters
Photo Source

I'm going over to visit Darnell at her
NBUS Challenge #3


I stamped the bird with Memento Tuxedo Black ink and colored with Copic markers.

I've added some Polar White Flower Soft to the hat for a furry look.

The background was stamped with Whisper White dots from the
Gorgeous Grunge stamp set.  I held off on buying that set for the longest time
but finally folded.  It does have some great stamps!

I sprinkled some some Fran-tage embossing enamel on the top and heated 
from the back.  This is a technique that my friend Susan uses a lot. 
She doesn't have a blog but posts often at Splitcoaststampers.
This was a NBUS too.  

The frame is from Simon Says and something else that I kept seeing in
the Merry Monday Gallery.  Just had to have that!

As you can see, Santa was very good to me at Christmas!

Hope you've got a Christmas Critter waiting to be put on a card.

Be sure to bring it by Merry Monday so we can see it.

Thanks for stopping by.

Enjoy!
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Card Recipe
Stamps:  Winter Wonderland (Penny Black)
Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, Whisper White
Paper:  Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Other: Copic Markers, Holiday Frames Craft Die (SSS), Fran-tage Chunky White Embossing Enamel, Polar White Flower Soft

All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted



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40 comments:

  1. Lori TurnerJanuary 12, 2015 at 10:30 AM

    Absolutely GORGEOUS card, Bonnie! Love the CAS design and how you "framed" your image - too cute! Have a wonderful week ahead....take some time for YOU friend xoxox

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  2. MarisaJanuary 12, 2015 at 12:42 PM

    Simply adorable, Bonnie!! Love the frame, falling snow and the cute bird.

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  3. KarrenJanuary 12, 2015 at 2:43 PM

    I just love how you've got that adorable little bird perched on the frame, Bonnie. And your coloring is fabulous! Love this card!

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  4. Notes by NinaJanuary 12, 2015 at 2:52 PM

    Beautiful CAS card Bonnie, your little bird is fabulous and I love the snowy little scene you created.

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  5. jimlynnJanuary 12, 2015 at 3:04 PM

    To stinking cute!!!! Love the Frantage in the background and that little bird is adorable. PRECIOUS!
    Lynn

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  6. LollJanuary 12, 2015 at 3:12 PM

    No wonder you had to get this little guy Bonnie ... he's adorable!! Love your layout and design ... and the frantage looks amazing. Loll xx

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  7. KimCreateJanuary 12, 2015 at 3:39 PM

    Adorable card! You have picked out so great products to get yourself! Love them all!

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  8. GibmissJanuary 12, 2015 at 4:32 PM

    Hi Bonnie
    I love your card.... Love the Robin....
    Hugs Sylvie xx

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  9. DeeptiJanuary 12, 2015 at 5:04 PM

    This is so cute, Love the white splatter on kraft :)

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  10. LizJanuary 12, 2015 at 6:04 PM

    Such a lovely card. That little robin is so cute! xx

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  11. Ksenija @Sweet KobylkinJanuary 12, 2015 at 6:21 PM

    Bonnie, happy new year! Love your card, love a combination of kraft background, white frame and colourful birdie! White splatters are so good!

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  12. Jacquie SouthasJanuary 12, 2015 at 7:25 PM

    Adorable little bird sitting so pretty on the sentiment! Love the kraft/white/red color scheme.

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  13. laurieJanuary 12, 2015 at 7:49 PM

    I love your Christmas goodies! What a cute card..love that lil critter!

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  14. JoAnnJanuary 12, 2015 at 9:01 PM

    Lovely card. Love the colors and that cute little bird.

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  15. SusanJanuary 12, 2015 at 10:01 PM

    I loved your card the minute I saw it on the Merry Monday challenge blog today - I have that die cut too and love it. And thank you for crediting me with getting you on to the Frantage embossing enamel - isn't it the best stuff!? Your card is fabulous and it's gone into my favourites as another great way to use that die cut.

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  16. Susan JoyceJanuary 13, 2015 at 12:33 AM

    Totally delightful Bonnie, love the little bird, the die cut and how you applied the snow.

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  17. UnknownJanuary 13, 2015 at 3:03 AM

    I understand, that you needed to have the stamp ! The birdie is just too cute ! And your card is great !

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  18. DorisJanuary 13, 2015 at 5:20 AM

    You sure put a lot of effort into this card, Bonnie, including getting the middle pieces of the A and R into place--ask me hoe I know! The white splatter adds just the right touch for an adorable card.

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  19. Jill NorwoodJanuary 13, 2015 at 6:46 AM

    Such a sweet card! I could NBUS the same PB set! Lol! Love these birds!

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  20. Kristie GouletJanuary 13, 2015 at 7:55 AM

    I love this, Bonnie! I find myself saying "aw!" at each stop this morning. So cute! Have a great week and I am praying for you! Hugs!

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  21. Marika January 13, 2015 at 8:03 AM

    So cute! Love your little bird! So adorable!!!

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  22. Katie MelhusJanuary 13, 2015 at 12:06 PM

    Love this card Bonnie - I want to hold that chubby little birdie in my hand! So dang cute!

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  23. BrendaJanuary 13, 2015 at 12:29 PM

    I have been coveting that die, SU stamp set and some cute birds like these too Bonnie! lol I haven't caved just yet, but will in the future for sure. Your card turned out so cute and I love it! I also want to try out this stuff you used to make your snow look so dimensional. Hugs, Brenda

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  24. francescaJanuary 13, 2015 at 3:09 PM

    it's beautiful! so elegant!! :)

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  25. MaryHJanuary 13, 2015 at 3:15 PM

    I am seriously in love with this cute Santa bird. He just made me smile. Love the splats on the kraft background, and that frame is wonderful. Totally understand why you just had to have it, and it's a stunning setting for the little bird! Love this card. TFS & hope you're staying cozy. Hugs

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  26. SueJanuary 13, 2015 at 5:35 PM

    Awww stunning card Bonnie !! huggles Sue xxx

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  27. SharronJanuary 14, 2015 at 12:12 AM

    Your snowy scene is wonderful and I love that adorable bird! The snowy splatters and the fluffy trim on his hat look fabulous. I think I need that set now!!

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  28. JD/ JillJanuary 14, 2015 at 12:13 AM

    Beautiful Christmas card!

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  29. GretaJanuary 14, 2015 at 1:30 AM

    One of the cutest cards ever, Bonnie!

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  30. LyndalJanuary 14, 2015 at 2:31 AM

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! This would be PERFECT for CAS(E) this Sketch too!

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  31. 3treescreations@gmail.comJanuary 14, 2015 at 10:43 AM

    Such a perfect card - love it!!!!

    Deanne :)

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  32. OH BabsJanuary 14, 2015 at 11:11 AM

    This card is adorable. I have to admit I am not into Christmas "anything" right now but I can appreciate a cute card and great stamp.

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  33. Faith A at Daffodil CardsJanuary 14, 2015 at 12:06 PM

    What a SUPER card, love all the detail.

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  34. Marcia HillJanuary 15, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    Hi Bonnie. Just had to comment on your card this week cause I love that little Penny Black birdie SO much!! Someone posted a card using it last year on the Merry Monday challenge and I went on a mad hunt to find it because the card maker hadn't left any details. You did an awesome job on your card with it...I love that frame you used too...they go together perfectly!! :0)

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  35. Princess Judy PalmerJanuary 15, 2015 at 1:31 PM

    Love your choice of critter--can't go wrong with Penny Black. I like that smattering of snow behind your open focal point. Great card! And gosh I haven't visited in so long I really need to rectify that!

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  36. Debbie Henderson Debbie's DesignsJanuary 16, 2015 at 7:08 AM

    What a great card with your NBUS stamp Bonnie. Love the splatter in the background. I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. Thinking of you.

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  37. ChrisJanuary 16, 2015 at 4:19 PM

    Love your card, I bought this set just for the robins :-)

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  38. WendyJanuary 18, 2015 at 12:02 PM

    Such an adorable card, Bonnie! Love that sweet little critter and the Merry Christmas frame! :)

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  39. DariaNovember 13, 2016 at 9:20 AM

    This is such a fun card. I love the white on kraft. Your layout is a great way to feature small images. TFS.

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  40. DariaNovember 13, 2016 at 9:20 AM

    This is such a fun card. I love the white on kraft. Your layout is a great way to feature small images. TFS.

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Enjoy! Bonnie