This cute hoot owl stamp became the star of my ATCs.
The candy wrapper swap at Archiver’s is this Wed. and I actually got my cards done a day early (not the norm!).
I stamped and colored this cute little owl, cut him out (thirteen times to be exact) and glued him onto black ATCs.
And now for the hard part….
It was a struggle to consume enough candy for these cards, but I managed somehow.
I added glowing moons, bats flying in the distance, and stars in background . Then, I used my .05 ZIG pen to add more detail and long eye-lashes. I used my paper piecer to poke holes for stringing on signs, cut out the beaks and stuck them on with foam tape, and finally, with the help of my x-acto knife, I cut out his talons and stuffed a candy wrapper in his clutches.
I think owls deserve a little treat after their hard night’s work, don’t you?
I’m starting to miss my smaller swaps. Making 13 cards takes me a while! It’s a good thing they want them all pretty much the same.
One thing I’ve noticed at these swaps is that they prefer cards with lots of dimensional stuff. The more stuff that sticks up off the card the better. Can’t wait to see the other wrapper designs!
Hi Scarlett .. those are just beautiful and so imaginative – well done .. would love to have your talent at creating things .. just so clever and delightful ..
Hope you had a good Labor Day weekend .. and wishing you the best for the coming Autumn – cheers Hilary
These are so coot, I mean cute; they look delicious with all of the detailing~
I love owls, I can hear them talking to each other, when I walk in the evening, AFTER DARK. You did a grEAT job with this challenge! I myself am a night owl ;D I really love all the extra details you added~ xXx
These are so cute!!! I love the owls and candy wrappers. What a neat idea to kick off Halloween. I’m sure everyone will really appreciate your hard work. They adorable! ~Sophia
Hi Scarlet!
These are so cute; you are so gifted! Dee pointed me to your blog and I really enjoy it!
I am praying for your family.
Sue
@Hilary –Thanks so much! I love making things but I also wish I had your talent for intriguing writing (LOVE your historical blog tours!) I always learn something new from you! Thanks for stopping by and happy Tuesday.
@Ella -lol, you’re too funny! I’m always happy to know other fellow owl lovers!
@ just4crafters –Thanks for visiting! I’m so glad you like these little ATCs. This will be my 3rd swap at our local store and some of the artists there make cards that are really over the top awesome. Do you make ATCs?
@Sue Costa –Hi Sue! Yes, I remember you (from V Vaughan class, right?)and I’m glad you stopped by. I tried to click over but the link seemed broken at present? I’d love to see what you’re up to, your paintings are amazing from what I recall. Thank you so much for your prayers and hope to see you soon!
Wow, these are so cute! We’ll be sharing your link on the ZIG blog on Friday http://www.kuretakezig.blogspot.com
Wow, that’s cool! Thanks for letting me know!
~Scarlett