Friday, June 27, 2014

Going to the Beach


Why is it every time I got to the beach this is the type of guy I see!!!!  I never get to see all the hunks like you see in the movies, but the beach is always loaded with "oldies but goodies".  Surely I couldn't be attracting them!

We have another challenge beginning at Digi Haven today and would love for you to play along with us.  The theme for this challenge is Life's A Beach!  Our sponsor is Bugaboo who has a wonderful prize package just waiting for the winner too - so come on over and join the fun of our challenge!

I believe this is Gus and he's pretty dapper looking and ready to ride the waves or maybe just dig in the sand!  I colored him with Copics and used Glossy Accents on the beach ball (which is why it looks a little weird!  Reflection!).  He's mounted on some Doodlebug paper.

I'll enter this in the challenges at Creative Knockouts (make it masculine), Sweet Stamps (summer), and over at 2 Cute Ink ( beach).


Thanks for stopping by.......and be sure and check out our challenge at Digi Haven.

LYnn  

38 comments:

kiwimeskreations said...

Oh Lynn, Gus, and your card are fabulous!! Love the wee accent of twine there on the coloured layer.
Blessings
Maxine

vic said...

Ha ha this is brilliant and very true lol! Great card Lynn

Vic x

KT Fit Kitty said...

Haha! Adorable and funny card, Lynn! Yeah, I think I've seen this guy a few times myself! Love your bright colours!

Donna Hanley said...

This is funny and darling all at the same time. I didn't know real life beaches had "hunks". I've never seen any in my area. Maybe you and I need to find a new beach. I'll do some research and we'll meet on a good beach. LOL Enjoy the day, Lynn.

Irish Cherokee said...

I guess I have to stay off the beach now. Darn! LOL. Great likeness of me though. Funny card Lynn. This is the kind I get. Great job of creating it.

Benzi said...

HAHA....I think Gus should probably just stick to playing in the sand. I think one wave would knock him out. Cute, cute card and I just love that colorful paper.

Have a fab weekend, Lynn.

MiamiKel said...

This is a hoot! I've used this Gus before and he cracks me up every time -- love the bright fun paper you've used here!

Deepti said...

LOL this is so cool, I love the rainbow BG and all the happy colors :)

ahlers5 said...

Gosh, I love this! Makes me want to do some Gus and Stella images. This is wonderful, beautiful papers, and of course, beautiful coloring!

Linda Simpson said...

Another fabulous card and so love the sentiment.
Hugs
Linda xxx

JD/ Jill said...

Really cute, fun image and you did a great job coloring him.

Shawna said...

Funny card; and I love that background, it fits that imagine perfectly and just makes it pop!

Bonnie said...

Hee hee! Gus is looking good with all these bright colors! He's always good for a laugh or two!

Doreen said...

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

McCrafty's Cards said...

brilliant fun card Lynn I love the sentiment
Kevin xx

Tammy said...

Oh Gus is wonderful and I love all the bright, fun colors! Gus is my kinda guy, hope he's swear sunscreen!

Tammy said...

Oh Lynn, Gus looks fabulous!! I love the bright colors and that colorful dp! Have a nice weekend!
Tammy x

Carol L said...

Oh my gawd, this is hilarious! Gus just cracks me up! I love your coloring and especially that colorful paper! Fun stuff Lynn :)

MaryH said...

Oh Yeah, when we lived in Fla, we saw a lot of Gus types too...with their thongs! Gah-ROS! But your Gus is pretty cute, and the beach ball looked quite shiny, just like a real one does. Love Gus' lil sand bucket too. And especially his 'Tude. He's right...he can wear whatever he wants. Love that dotted paper too. Cute card. TFS & Hugs

NanaConnie said...

Oh, this just made my day! Gus is such a delightful character and you've treated him well on this card. Love the polka dot background and the twine. :-D

Becky said...

I love this! :)

Tamie said...

totally love this paper and how you colored Gus! He just makes me laugh. Fantastic clean and simple layout!! Thank-you for joining us at the CardsGaloreEncore for Challenge # 6 Stamp or Digi anywhere!

Tamie DT

Tamie said...

Sorry about leaving that you had entered Cards Galore. My comment is so true. Incredible work and thank you so much for playing at Creative Knockouts this week. We hope to see you again next week! Have an amazing week.

Tamie DT

Crafty Judith said...

Hi Lynn super card hun so amusing really made me smile I too feel that I have reached the age where I can where what I want or no wear as the case may be lol hugs Judith x

Shelly Schmidt said...

Eeekkkks! I love this image- hehehe you always put a big smile on my face! The colors are bright and summery- and the glossy accents on the beach ball is a great touch!
And, putting on my DT hat- Thanks so much for joining us at Sweet Stamps for the Summer challenge!

~Tammy~ said...

Love it! This is too funny and the truth! :-)

Lesley said...

Brilliant card love the sentiment - know how he feels - best wishes Lesley x

scrappymo! said...

Hahahaha Gus is a treat!

Kristie W. said...

Super fun summer card, Lynn! I've never seen any hunks on the beach either LOL!

Shirley said...

How did you get a picture of my husband? ;-) A really cute card, Lynn. Love the BG and the twine you gave him too!

Marilyn said...

I love Gus! Even that wild dotted paper is perfect for this goldie oldie hottie!

Nancy in Iowa said...

That design dot paper is so perfect for this dapper beach bum! You have the knack for knowing when to use twine!

Donna K said...

oh my gosh this is the most fun!!! what a cute and brave fella in his bright colors, all set for the beach! just too darn cute! thanks for sharing your fun summer design with us this week at Sweet Stamps. you've had me giggling since i landed on your blog!
~donna k

Jessi Fogan said...

And how come the old guys are always in the smallest bathing suits? Sigh. lol! I love this - perfectly fun & summery!

Christy Designs said...

So funny ..... LOL
Beautiful coloring image perfect with the pattern paper. Thanks for joining us at 2 cute ink challenge.

Princess Judy Palmer said...

This guy made me laugh out loud. The thing with guys is they wear whatever they want regardless of age! This guy is a hoot. Now I know why I avoid the beach. ;-)

Brenda said...

OMGosh Lynn, I am in love with Gus! lol I love how you have colored him and I love, love the paper you have him mounted to. This is one cool CAS card!! And at least you are still attracting the men! lol Love this card! Hugs, Brenda

Margaret said...

I think you hit the nail on the head-they're coming to check you out! Jim better be on his toes!!

I love the fun image and sentiment paired with the great paper!