Caffeinated Unicorn - The Rabbit Hole Designs & Coffee Loving Cardmakers Preview
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There were several stamp sets sent out to team members. I was happy to have gotten the Caffeinated Unicorn. The other's are just as cute, but since Meadow LOVES unicorns, this was perfect for me to start out with. Yes, I said start out with because her stamps, the quality and everything about them are amazing! I cannot wait to start playing with more of them.
The stamps are clear stamps but, they are strong! Not that cheap stuff that you would rip in half just trying to get it off the plastic holder sheet. It also cleans very well. I have stamped it and cleaned it several times and there is no yellowing of the stamp at all. The stamped image after just inking it a little bit is FANTASTIC! it isn't all blotchy and I didn't even have to condition it first. I found that out because I actually forgot to before stamping haha! These are great quality stamps!
The sentiments are cute! It comes with a couple of different ones. I like the Caffeine makes me sparkle, it is so perfect. I stamped the sentiment with Distress Oxide Walnut Stain ink. It did stamp perfectly but then I used a bit of water to make it look more like coffee.
I also used Wink Of Stella Clear pen to put sparkles in the hair of the unicorn after I colored it. I hope you can kind of see from this photo. It is probably the only thing that I don't like about the Wink of Stella is that it is so faint (yet still pretty in person) that it is hard to see on a photo so I can show all of you.
I have to admit I was a bit intimidated by the hair. I was not sure where I was going to start coloring it at all. However, after looking at some photos of "Unicorn Hair" on Pinterest I decided it was more like a fade in fade out puzzle. I didn't pay attention to the lines, I just decided where I wanted the colors to go and it worked!
For the robe that was fun. To me robes should always be fuzzy and comfy. So after I colored it I used the colorless blender fluid and a wash cloth to press down on the robe. I did stamp 4 different unicorns so that if the process of doing this the robe colors bled, which they did. Then I just cut out the robe and placed it on the other unicorn.
Of course the last thing I added to the card was some Nuvo Aquatic Mist Glitter Drops. I thought it would be fun to add to the card, since it has glitter in it. You can tell that one of the drops is bigger than the others. Probably because I don't know how but I never fail to stick my fingers in the Nuvo drops when i am trying to finish up the card haha!!
The Copic markers I used are:
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Hey All! I am so super excited for today! Not only do you get to see two cards that I have made, but this one is special! I was asked by sweet Amy, who runs Coffee Loving Cardmakers to play along on this very special day!
Today I have made a card using a brand new stamp set from a brand new company opening up! I can't even tell you how exciting it is that I was asked to make some cards for the Grand Opening of The Rabbit Hole Designs!
There were several stamp sets sent out to team members. I was happy to have gotten the Caffeinated Unicorn. The other's are just as cute, but since Meadow LOVES unicorns, this was perfect for me to start out with. Yes, I said start out with because her stamps, the quality and everything about them are amazing! I cannot wait to start playing with more of them.
The stamps are clear stamps but, they are strong! Not that cheap stuff that you would rip in half just trying to get it off the plastic holder sheet. It also cleans very well. I have stamped it and cleaned it several times and there is no yellowing of the stamp at all. The stamped image after just inking it a little bit is FANTASTIC! it isn't all blotchy and I didn't even have to condition it first. I found that out because I actually forgot to before stamping haha! These are great quality stamps!
The sentiments are cute! It comes with a couple of different ones. I like the Caffeine makes me sparkle, it is so perfect. I stamped the sentiment with Distress Oxide Walnut Stain ink. It did stamp perfectly but then I used a bit of water to make it look more like coffee.
I also used Wink Of Stella Clear pen to put sparkles in the hair of the unicorn after I colored it. I hope you can kind of see from this photo. It is probably the only thing that I don't like about the Wink of Stella is that it is so faint (yet still pretty in person) that it is hard to see on a photo so I can show all of you.
I have to admit I was a bit intimidated by the hair. I was not sure where I was going to start coloring it at all. However, after looking at some photos of "Unicorn Hair" on Pinterest I decided it was more like a fade in fade out puzzle. I didn't pay attention to the lines, I just decided where I wanted the colors to go and it worked!
For the robe that was fun. To me robes should always be fuzzy and comfy. So after I colored it I used the colorless blender fluid and a wash cloth to press down on the robe. I did stamp 4 different unicorns so that if the process of doing this the robe colors bled, which they did. Then I just cut out the robe and placed it on the other unicorn.
Of course the last thing I added to the card was some Nuvo Aquatic Mist Glitter Drops. I thought it would be fun to add to the card, since it has glitter in it. You can tell that one of the drops is bigger than the others. Probably because I don't know how but I never fail to stick my fingers in the Nuvo drops when i am trying to finish up the card haha!!
The Copic markers I used are:
- Hair: RV10, R83, RV93, B000, 01, 02, YG00, 01, 03
- Slippers and Cup: B000, 01, 02
- Fur: W1, 2
- Coffee: E33
- Robe: BG10, 11, 13, 15
For more inspiration, updates, and news from The Rabbit Hole Designs make sure to check out these awesome places!
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To see more fun inspirations from the other cards check out The Rabbit Hole Designs blog from yesterday's and today's preview. You will get to see some super cute cards!
To celebrate day 2 of previews The Rabbit Hole Designs is giving away a stamp of winners choice from today's preview to TWO lucky winners. Leave a comment by 11:59 pm PST on 01-18-2019 for your chance to win. Winners will be chosen at random from the comments left on participating blogs, so make sure to visit each stop and leave a comment. Winner's will be announced on The Rabbit Hole Designs blog & the Coffee Loving Cardmaker's blog on 01-21-2019.
Also, don't forget to follow the Coffee Loving Cardmakers blog, and go over there starting tomorrow (January 12th) for the beginning of the blog hop! I know you will love it! They also have a group on facebook if you would like to go over there and check out all the fantastic coffee, tea and hot chocolate inspiration they have.
I really hope that you enjoy the card I made for today's post.
Until next time friends!!!
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WOW, amazing card! I love everything about it. The papers are fabulous with the embellishments. Thank you for being a part of our launch.
ReplyDeleteCristina, I am in serious awe of your card, It is just lovely how you have given this stamp life. And your absolutely glowing comments about the quality of the stamps just floored me, I am humbled by them. Thank you for agreeing to share your talent and time in helping us to launch our company.
ReplyDeleteI super adore this Cristena! Love all the panels and of course, your coloring!
ReplyDeleteADORABLE unicorn! I LOVE the sparkle details that you added to her!
ReplyDeleteSo super cute! I love the soft palette... beautifully designed!
ReplyDeleteThis is just fantastic!!
ReplyDeleteyour coloring is beautiful, and I love the WOS added, because yeahh, ALL Unicorns need to sparkle!
I couldn't agree with you more about the quality of these stamps. I have Caffeinated Cat, and I really did not need to ink it more than the one time. I like it to be as dark as possible, so I did ink mine twice..which is awesome...perfect coverage, too..no dead spots..
Love the unicorn and your design of this card. Great inspiration.
ReplyDeleteVery cool card. Thanks for the tut. Love the glitter hair and the robe. Hugz
ReplyDeleteI had to laugh about always messing up the Nuvo drops. Me too, LOL! Very cute way to color and use this adorable unicorn!
ReplyDeleteLove your design and colors are fantastic!
ReplyDeleteGreat card Cristena! I love the layers and the rainbow hair! I'm enjoying seeing the different ways everyone is using these cute animals!
ReplyDeleteso much fun!!! love this and the added sparkle- of course! :)
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely fantastic, I love your layout and design! Super cool card, and wow these stamp sets and their punny sentiments are so fun!
ReplyDeleteLove all the layering and the super cute image of that unicorn! Adorable card! Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteTheresa
Ohhhh, love the image and I LOVE all the dimension on your card!
ReplyDeleteSo very fun! Love how you did the robe and great design. I think we used to be part of an SU! Group together....
ReplyDeletewhat a totally fun card..
ReplyDeleteLove your card. Love how you did the robe. This is an awesome stamp set....
ReplyDeleteDarling card and love
ReplyDeletethe colors. Great add
with the Nuvo drops.
Carla from Utah
Isn't this little unicorn something. Love your colors, design and sparkle :)
ReplyDeleteWonderful card, fantastically cute image and that sentiment is perfect!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your tip using a wash cloth with the blender!
Very fun card. Great image.
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I love how you made this card and have the unicorn a fuzzy robe. How cool!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Carol :) The robe was a lot of fun
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Steph :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Shell, and you're welcome :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Lucille :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Carla :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Dawn :) yes it is, I love it!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Annette :)
ReplyDeleteHi Katie! Your face looks very familiar (I took a peek at your blog teehee) and your name very!!! I think I may have met you at leadership in Orlando???
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Larelyn :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Theresa :)
ReplyDeleteThey are amazing aren't they?? Thank you so much Mirella :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Vanessa :) can't have a unicorn without some sparkle now can we? haha
ReplyDeleteYes! That is one thing I love about a team collaboration on a stamp set there are so many different amazing and inspiring ideas! Thank you so much Lisa :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Patricia :)
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord I am not the only one... I do it every time I swear! HAHAHA!! Thank you so much Jean for your comment it really makes me smile :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much :) and you are very welcome
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Sharon :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Robyn! Yes, they all need to sparkle. The cat is so darn cute!! I just love it! I love all of them actually. I can't wait to get them all :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Crystal :)
ReplyDeleteI LOVE YOUR card design! Soooo cool!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Katie :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Lisa ;) and my pleasure! It was so much fun! Thank you for allowing me to join in.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Maryann for allowing me to participate in this very important and special day :) I had a blast! Your stamps are AMAZING! I loved everything about them. I am happy to help anytime.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Amy :) you are always so sweet!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Meghan ;)
ReplyDeleteFun card!! Love the colors
ReplyDeleteYou have such great attention to detail! The robe texture and fading approach with the hair gave it that little bit extra. Lovely depth and embellishment!
ReplyDeleteLove this so much! All of the wonderful layers and beautiful coloring! Fun to hop with you!
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS! I love that you made the robe "loved" - I agree robes should be comfy, fluffy and used A LOT! Your coloring is inspiring and your details POP! And I would of NEVER noticed your Nuvo dot dilemma - but you are like me - I gotta confess! :)
ReplyDeletegreat combination of products to create a fantastic card.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun card! Love the unicorn! Great colors and pretty sparkle!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card with all kinds of interesting patterns and dimension - but that little unicorn is the star! Love it!
ReplyDeleteLove your design, you have made her come to life and she definitely sparkles. Love your project
ReplyDeleteSuch fun! Great image and coloring!
ReplyDeleteWOW, CRAZY and CUTE stampsets! Love this new company's snarky images! I especially love your card layout for your sparkly unicorn!
ReplyDeleteAdorable and fun card!
ReplyDeleteOh so fun! Love the rainbow colors on the mane....
ReplyDeleteYour card is AMAZING! Thank you so much for listing all the copic markers that you used.
ReplyDeleteGreat job on her tail and main. So darned cute!
ReplyDeleteFun fun sentiments, I can't wait to see the new sets!
ReplyDeleteYour little banners are the perfect accent for this fun unicorn! Love it! And I can see lots of glitter and sparkles on here. :) Wonderful!!!
ReplyDeleteOh wow! This card is simply amazing!!! Love the design and the great colouring!!!
ReplyDeleteWow. Love your overall design , colors and patterns you chose.
ReplyDeleteAll of the glittery elements look great. Just perfect for her.
ReplyDeleteI love this unicorn stamp. I am always looking for humor and have yet to find a grumpy unicorn! Love your card with the layers and embellishments!
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