Tuesday, September 05, 2023

Little Reindeer

Hi everyone.  I'm working on my Christmas card stash today with a fun card using an adorable image from Gerda Steiner - Little Reindeer.  LOVE this sweet face!! ... and his decorated antlers. :)

I stamped the reindeer in black and heat embossed in clear before using the matching die to cut him out.  I then watercoloured with Distress Inks:  Brushed Corduroy, Gathered Twigs, Walnut Stain, Mustard Seed, Rustic Wilderness, Blueprint Sketch, and Candied Apple.  To add some interest, I used my white acrylic pen to add some highlights to the Christmas lights and the reindeer before adding crystal glaze to the lights, ornaments, stars, and nose.  

I added a snowhill to the background (leftover piece of embossed and sponged background from when I made THIS card).  And stamped the sentiment (Merry Messages - Lawn Fawn) in black ink.  Then popped the reindeer on top.

Close-up ...


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Stamps:  Little Reindeer (Gerda Steiner); Merry Messages (Lawn Fawn
Paper:   White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.); Mixed Media (Strathmore 140 lb.); Audrey Blue card stock (Simon Says Stamp)
Ink:   White Pigment Ink (Hero Arts Unicorn); Black (Memento); Distress Inks:  Brushed Corduroy, Gathered Twigs, Walnut Stain, Mustard Seed, Rustic Wilderness, Blueprint Sketch, Candied Apple (Tim Holtz)
Accessories:   Holiday Greenery Folder (Simon Says Stamp), sponge, Clear embossing powder (Ranger), watercolour brushes, Crystal Glaze (Nuvo), red chalk, white acrylic paint pen (Posca)

29 comments:

Faith A at Daffodil Cards said...

How adorable and beautiful. x

I Card Everyone said...

Loll, I love that you don't waste a thing!
What a face - I love him!
=]

Bonnie said...

How nice that you had enough of this beautiful embossed background for another card, Lolly! It worked perfectly with this adorable reindeer! It sure made me smile, my friend.

brandco2450@gmail.com said...

This one is so cute! I love the embossed panel!

Anja v K@@rten said...

Ho HO HO....what a cute creation!
Creatieve groetjes, Anja

MUKat said...

Absolutely Adorable! That card will bring a smile to even a Scrooge!

Ina G said...

Simply gorgeous Loll. Love it!

nancy littrell said...

Aaahhh..your sweet beautifully colored reindeer has me smiling, Lolly:-) I love your added highlights, Crystal Glaze, shine and wonderful dry embossed background too, my friend. TFS Love and Hugs..Nancy

Marcia Hill said...

This is just too CUTE Loll!! The reindeer is ADORABLE, and even though he's paper, I just want to give him a big hug!! Sweet, sweet card my friend!! Hugs. :0)

Lisa Elton said...

Yup... this is the cutest thing I've seen today! What a sweet little fella he is!

Christine Alexander said...

Such a sweet card Loll and beautifully framed with your embossed background ♥

Susan said...

Sweet little reindeer, lovely sponged embossed background!

Darnell said...

I remember that beautiful background, Lolly! But it's that sweet reindeer's expression that steals the show! Your coloring is perfect, as always! Love, Dolly

Julie B said...

Your reindeer is such a cutie, he looks great sat in front of your pretty embossed panel. :)

Brenda in IN said...

I broke out in a smile as soon as I saw him. That cute face and ornaments on his antlers is so funny. Great embossing folder behind him.

Sue N said...

Absolutely adorable card, Loll! I love the sweet little reindeer and pretty embossed/inked BG! Sue

Bobby said...

I agree that Gerda Steiner has the cutest faces on her critters. You really brought that reindeer to life with your wonderful coloring, Loll.

Leslie Miller said...

Ack, I'm smiling so big looking at this darling little guy! What a wonderful way to send Christmas joy! I love that bit of embossed background, softly sponged with white. Perfection, Loll!

Pat said...

That soft icy blue and white highlighted background is perfect with your cute and beautifully water coloured reindeer and the glossy finish on the baubles and lights and his red nose look great...a brilliant card Loll. x

Linda said...

Such a cute little reindeer, I love his decorated antlers! Gorgeous embossed detail in the background too.
I really should be thinking about making a start on Christmas cards!! xx

Stef Perry said...

I think this is the cutest reindeer ever and you've colored him to perfection, Loll! Love the snowy scene with the embossing and snow splatter and all your lovely touches with crystal glaze and white gel pen! Somebody's going to be tickled pink to receive this darling card at the holidays! Thank you so much for playing along with us at Christmas Craft Creations!

JoAnn said...

What an adorable little reindeer all decked out with his lights and baubles, love it. Love the embossed background too. Great card Loll.

TK said...

He's a cutie for sure, and will definitely bring smiles to everyone who sees him!

Cat Craig said...

Sweet card, and great use of extra bits.

Leanne said...

Super cute, great image, and nice coloring too. Thanks for playing our challenge at Christmas Craft Creations. Happy Crafting!

Leanne DT Member/CCC

HilaryJane said...

Such a sweet little card. Love his rosy cheeks and that embossed background xx

Brenda said...

What an adorable card Loll! I adore that sweet little reindeer, how cute is he?!! Love the embossed background, its the perfect backdrop for this cutie pie. Hugs, Brenda

Papercraft Boutique said...

What an adorable reindeer, Loll! I've always believed you have a magical touch that makes cute images even cuter with your wonderful coloring. And that leftover piece (background)! It's so good that it's hard to believe it's a leftover! ;-)
Hideko xx

BożenA said...

Oh, how sweet this is! I love every element of this card, they fit together perfectly. This is a wonderful winter card.
xx