Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Washi-ng


My mini break was good and think I may be taking these more often now.  Maybe it's good to just step away from it all for a couple of days.   Slowly but surely I'm getting that bolt of lightening to hit and get some more mojo-soho.  If I haven't gotten by your blog yet, I will......it's taking me a while to make all the rounds.

Clean and simple is the word on this card.  I know that everyone is making Father's Day cards around this time, but thought I'd do a Happy Birthday one instead.  The mustache stamp is from the Simon Says Stamp card kit and sentiment from Stampabilities.  The tape is some I picked up over the weekend.  I've never used (or owned)  any washi tape before and picked up a couple of rolls this past weekend just to see what all the fuss was about.  I like it, but then again, I like all the cool supplies out there! The white background is embossed with a Texturz plate from SU - a very subtle pattern that's great for masculine cards.

I'll enter this in the Simon Says Stamp challenge - anything masculine/Father's Day.

Thanks for stopping by................
Lynn

35 comments:

Carol L said...

This is such a cool birthday card! I never understood the mustache trend, but after seeing this fun card, now I get it :) I love the little heart accent and those awesome fonts on the sentiment! NJ!!

Monica said...

Hello Lynn,
A warm welcome to you from your break... looks like your Mojo is back and swinging with this very trendy and cool card. The washi tape looks awesome and the I do like the crisp look of this card and that sweet little heart on the moustache is very cute.

Hope all is well with you... I must email.
Love,
M

Chriss America Real said...

I am with you Lynn. I have been much more creative since I took some time off, I think I will start doing that maybe once a month? I didn't even get on my computer or facebook.

LOVE your card!

Hugs,

Chriss

Alyce Kit and Clowder said...

this is fantastic lynn! yes i agree sometimes it is nice to just step away and recharge :) i love the red on here... the texture adds a really great touch aswell :)

Jeanette (Forest Ranger) said...

Oh how fun! Love the mustache and how you used the washi tape. Awesome!

Anne Temple said...

Glad your mini break was helpful. Your card is adorable. Love the stamp combo and how the washi tape makes everything pop.

Jessi Fogan said...

MUSTACHE! I love it!!
And washi tape is made of magic, I swear. Love the patterns you picked!

Lynn McAuley said...

What a fun masculine birthday design, Lynn!! I still own no washi tape!

Hope you enjoyed a restful R&R!

Ellen Taylor said...

Fantastic card Lynn! Love the clean feel and your mix of washi tape! New toys are always fun! I hear ya...I am trying to catch up and does take a while! Have a fabulous day!

Doreen said...

This is gorgeous,love the colours,fab design.xxx

Mary Marsh said...

great masculine birthday card Lynn-I bought some washi tape but have not used it yet-I am like you-love all the supplies that are out there

Tammy said...

Oh what a fabulous CAS card Lynn! I love that cute mustache and your washi tape! I'm glad you enjoyed your break, you are so right... it's nice to step away from everything for a couple of days!
Tammy x

Lorraine A said...

Fabulous card Lynn :-) I love the moustache and the whole design of this ,,, we used a very similar, if not the same, washi tape :-) I am glad you like it ! :-)

thanks for joining us on the Simon Says Stamp Challenge
luv
Lols x x x

McCrafty's Cards said...

Brilliant card Lynn, I like the design the fab mustache the red makes it stand right out.
Kevin xx

Linda Simpson said...

Brilliant CAS card Lynn, love the Washi tape and that tashe is fabulous.

Hugs
Linda xxx

Tammy said...

Wow Lynn, fantastic card! Love how the red circle makes the mustache pop, such fun!

Donna Hanley said...

Lynn, I'm behind on commenting also. Just things going on - - - The very first thing I saw when I looked at this card was that little heart. How darling. Your whole card came out very nice. Glad you had a relaxing weekend away from blogland. I think it's a good idea for all of us to do from time to time. Enjoy the rest of this week.

NanaConnie said...

I love this card, Lynn. What a fun mustache! Greta red and white color combo. I guess I'll have to break down and find some washi tape. I keep seeing it everywhere but have never seen it in my local craft stores. Now you have me on a hunt for it. :-D

kiwimeskreations said...

Nice one Lynn - so glad to see you are getting your mojo back :-)
Blessings
Maxine

MaryH said...

I sure don't know what you mean by your 'missing Mo-Jo'. I can't tell it went anywhere. This is yet another crisp, bright & clean & totally Fabulous card! Glad you had a break, but I don't think your MoJo needed it atall. Love the washi tape. Looks great with your other elements. TFS &Hugs
(PS...must jes' be the heat gittin' to ya).

Jennipher said...

super cute card Lynn!

Karen said...

Welcome back from your mini vacation Lynn. Love your card, it looks so fresh. Love your colours and the washi tape you used.

Joan Ervin said...

I'm glad you enjoyed your little break, Lynn, and it's sooo good to see you back!!! Your card is sooo fabulous...I looove the washi tape and that super cute mustache!!! I need to case this for my hubby....he has had a mustache for years!!

Margaret said...

Well, hello Mojo!! LOVE your manly mustache card!! I have several rolls of washi tape and haven't used any yet...

Bonnie said...

Looks to me like you're back in the swing of things! Love that mustache! It's another of the fads I'm trying to stay away from. You're making it hard! Isn't Washi fun? Daggumit!

Laura said...

So glad your back,Lynn. Hope you enjoyed your mini break! Omg This stamp is too cute. I went to hobby lobby and passed it right up. Boy do I regret it .you did a awesome job with it. And I need to get me some washi tape. Thanks for the inspiration!!

Shannon White said...

Love this Lynn!! Looks like your Mojo is in full Swing!! 8-) Your Mustache and washi look Super Lady!! I have a bunch of washi, but I swear I never know quite how to use it effectively unless it's for die cut borders here or there, on occasion, when I remember to use it, lol But Your's looks Fantastic on this Great Masculine card! Love it!
8-)

Hugs
Shannon

Maria@Crafty Cre8tions said...

Yah! The queen of masculine cards is back! :)

What a cute 'stach! That font is great too :)

I have a few rolls of washi. Have to reach for it more often though!

Marilyn said...

A fab guy card! I like that mustache and the CAS look of this card.

Alex said...

Excellent card!
I love the colors and all the items!

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Crafty Hugs, Alex

Darnell said...

So easy and so simple and yet, look at that texture and depth! Well done, Lynn! Glad to have you back full of gusto!!

Shelly Schmidt said...

So much fun!!! I love the fun mustache image- and love your Washi too!

gale said...

Love this cute CAS card!!

sajith said...

I love this Card So cute and attractive. I have seen your card at Simon say Challenges.
Best for luck to win

Regards
sajith

Cuttysark said...

Great Card, i love your work and with the right Fathers Day Quotes or messages, you are set for June 16.