28 September 2016

Scruffy Mutt!

Well hello there, I thought it was about time I cracked open my new packets of Tim Holtz Crazy dogs stamps.........oh yeah, these called out to me the moment I saw them advertised!

As the owner of a Westie,  I chose the scruffy Terrier as my first image to colour and here are the results:


Now, I have decided to try and up my game a little and not only focus on the card front, but also decorate the inside and inspired by Jennifer McGuire, attempt to jazz up the envelopes where possible too! 

Unfortunately, whilst photographing this little chap, I totally forgot to take a picture of the inside - basically its a replication of the distressed background on the front with a rectangular white die cut insert for a sentiment - I left it blank so I could would be free to use the card for any occasion.

Here is the scruffy pooch in more detail.......To get the texture of all that fur, I went over some of my Copic work with coloured pencil.


Oh and here is a picture of the envelope.  For those of you not too familiar with these stamps, the dogs come in two sizes, the larger ones are just the dogs with a few accessories, the second set are smaller and include the Crazy Cats too, they are also the mirror image of the larger images!


I hope that it makes the recipient smile even before they have opened it and you never know it might give the Postie a giggle too!!!





COPIC COLOURS:

Ground: B91, C00, C1, C2, C4
Dog Collar: B99, B93, B95, B97, N8, YR21, YR27, YR31
Dog: E11, E25, E30, E31, E34, E59, B0000, B000, No, N1, V20, C6, N3, N4, N5, N6, N8, W6, W10







SUPPLIES:
Stamps: Tim Holtz Crazy Dogs and Mini Cats and Dogs, MFT - Distressed Patterns
Paper: Navigator Office Card 160gsm
Colouring Medium: Copics (listed above), Derwent Graphic White, Distress Ink - Weathered Wood, Antique Linen, Caran D'Ache Pablo and Luminance Pencils, MFT Hybrid ink - Insulation Pink, Natural
Tools: Grand Calibur, Misti, MFT Wonky Stitched Rectangles, Stitched Rectangles

Well that is about it for today, until next time..........

Happy Colouring

23 comments:

marion said...

Adore how you coloured this, awesome job, hugs Marion

Barbara said...

I love how you've coloured this little chap. Fabulous and I really like the different pose of the dog on the envelope. Someone will feel very special when they receive this card :)

Annette said...

I wish I could watch you colour Jane. You never cease to amaze me.

Francisca said...

OMG I just came to your blog !!!!!
What incredibly beautiful things you make !!!
Coloring with the colic's it is almost so real that all your cards are alife.
I will follow your work.
I can learn a lot from you.
Francisca

Lilibet said...

I am green with envy at your fantastic colouring on this little dude! I am terrible at fur but the detail you have is amazing! Thanks for sharing and giving me something to aspire too!!!
Liz x

Lorraine said...

He looks amazing, beautifully coloured.
Lorraine x

Jan said...

This is lovely Jane xx Jan

Natalie said...

Awesome coloring!

Tracy said...

Just.....incredible!!!

Mischelle said...

AH.MAY.ZING!!!! Absolute perfection! I am elated to have found my way to your blog! AMAZING!

Anita Houston The Artful Maven said...

This is FABULOUS, how you colored him. His fur looks so real. Blown away by your skills. Pinned!!!

Anita Houston The Artful Maven said...

This is FABULOUS, how you colored him. His fur looks so real. Blown away by your skills. Pinned!!!

Monika Gulyas said...

Wow, your colouring is amazing! How talented you are! This dog is one of my favourites :-)

Lisa Lara said...

Up the game..................yeah, just a little. LOL. Oh my golly Jane. You rocked it with the coloring. Crazy awesome.

Hetty said...

That sure looks like a real dog! beautifully coloured.

Unknown said...

LOVE the texture! I would have LOVED to see a video of how you did that! Ever thought of including videos?

Debbie said...

Wow! This is AMAZING! I wouldn't begin to know how to get half the texture you've achieved here. I feel like if I touch my screen where the doggie is, I will be able to ruffle his fur.

CherylQuilts said...

Wow, Jane! I saw this on Pinterest and just HAD to visit and see your finished card. It's amazing, and your coloring skills are out of this world! You have brought this little pup to life. I love him! And those eyes! Thanks for sharing this, and I've shared it with a couple friends too. Hugs!

Marci Morgan said...

Jane, this is UHHHHHH-MAZING!!! How long did it take you to color him? Wow!

Luvs Wordz said...

You really bring the little fella to life with your fabulous coloring. I agree with others, watching a video of your "process" would be great!

Laurie said...

So loved seeing what you did to the crazy dog stamp, I just love it. I've also had 3 wastes and they are just the best, so partial to the terrier look and you nailed it! Thanks so very much

Karen L K said...

That is by far the best coloring job of one of the Crazy Dogs! The fact that you made it look so realistic is amazing!

Grenouille Greetings said...

WOW! This is outstanding!