The newest Girlfriend stamp and die sets are absolutely adorable, and I couldn't wait to play with them! Today, my card proudly features the super fun 6074 - Pickleball Patty. This fantastic set comes with Patty herself, several sentiments, and a matching die, which is always a huge bonus! While this is a pickleball themed set, the sentiments make it appropriate for anyone who likes tongue-in-cheek humor, not just people who happen to like playing pickleball.
To start this card, I stamped and colored Patty using my Copic markers. Once she was complete, I cut her out with the coordinating die, applied foam tape to her back for dimension, and set her aside, ready for her big debut on the card.
There's also a brand-new paper pack designed to go with each of the new Girlfriend sets. I don't have them yet, but these packs offer ready-made background scenes perfect for placing each of the ladies right into the action. I'm really looking forward to getting my hands on these backgrounds because they'll work with so many different stamp sets. Imagine: instant pickleball and tennis scenes with minimal effort! What a time-saver!
Since I didn't have the new paper pack yet, I made my own background using papers and ephemera from my supplies. I started by gluing a 4" x 5 1/4" patterned mat onto an A2, side-fold, kraft cardstock base. To convey a sense of motion, I placed a piece of star ephemera behind Patty's paddle. I think it really gives the impression of a "smack" motion with the paddle!
I heat embossed the sentiment onto a clay-colored piece of cardstock with white embossing powder, and also added foam tape to the back for dimension. The striking diamond background strip was created with a stencil, applying clay-colored ink on a white piece of cardstock. I then backed it with a slightly larger strip of clay cardstock. I intentionally placed the finished strip at an angle, as I believe the tilt also suggests movement and energy. Once this dynamic background was all in place, I added Patty, bringing the whole scene to life.
I have to say that this card is one of my absolutely favorites that I've made this year. Patty is incredible and larger than some of the other Girlfriend stamps, making it easier to color and add your own touches, like the large polka dots on her red skirt. You have to give these new sets a try!
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Happy crafting!
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