Preteen Masculine Birthday Card + Hand Stamped Sentaments color challenge #181

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Today's card is special to me. I made it for my DS 9th birthday on Sunday. He is a blessing every day and keeps me on my toes!  I had pulled out the ink for HSSCC181 and decided it was the perfect mix for his card.



Can I just say how much I love the Tape It stamp set??  Any color washi tape anytime is just as convenient as it gets.  Plus Gorgeous Grunge and some sponging around the edges.  Rockin it!



Sahara Sand, Midnight Muse, Tangerine Tango and Crushed Curry ink. 
Whisper White card stock.  
Gorgeous  Grunge, Tape It, and Grunge Rock stamp sets.
Retro Fresh Designer tape.
Circle and Modern Label punches

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Thanks for visiting; I'll be posting for a new challenge tomorrow!
Jean


Comments

Elizabeth Price said…
This is a FABULOUS card. I love the layout and how all the elements are positioned. A big thank you for joining our color challenge at Hand Stamped Sentiments. Smiles, Elizabeth
March 24, 2014 at 9:36 AM
inkypinkies said…
What a perfect card for your little dude! Happy birthday to him! I love the stamps you chose, the washi for texture, and your excellent use of the color combo. Thanks for playing at HSS!
March 24, 2014 at 12:33 PM
Krista said…
This card is just so cool !! I love the grunge look and the perfect placement of the guitars!! Thanks for joining us at HSS!
March 24, 2014 at 2:39 PM
Anonymous said…
Congratulations!

You have been selected as a Hand Stamped Sentiments Artist Pick for your design in our color challenge! You have earned the HSS Artist Pick Badge to display on your blog. Email me to obtain the html for your blog.

Thank you for playing at Hand Stamped Sentiments!

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HSS Design Team

Genny
March 24, 2014 at 11:03 PM
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