Mice, Mice Baby

 

Hi, there!  Just popping in with a quick share today.  I make Halloween cards for the same four kids every year and I’ve pretty much run the gamut of my available stamps and digis.  However, my stamper friend, Sue, shared these House Mouse images with me which helped to get me through another year.  Thanks, Sue!  The children range in ages from 3 to 8 years.  These cards will probably be for the younger ones.

 

The first is called Little Punkin’. 

 

 

The next image is called Witch Way to the Candy.

 

 

I used Halloween papers left over from last year and I’m not sure what they’re called seeing as how I bought a few coordinating 12 x 12 sheets and the name has since been cut off.   Coloring was done with Copic markers and I added Stardust Stickles glitter in spots around the first image, and to the stars on the second.  The purple robe and hat were colored over with Wink of Stella which gives a nice shimmer when seen in real life.

 

I’m out of time so I’ll leave you with the recipe and a wish for a wonderful day!

 

Stamps:  House Mouse Little Punkin’ and Witch Way to the Candy, Hero Arts sentiment on first card, Whipper Snapper sentiment on second card  Paper:  Memory Box Lavender and Chartreuse, SU! Lovely Lilac and Basic Black, X-Press It Blending Card (I think)   Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black, Copic markers for coloring  Accessories:  Ribbon, Stickles Stardust glitter, tag punch, Spellbinders flag dies, MFT Die-namics star dies, Scotch brand foam mounting tape

Comments

[Glenda]

I've always been in love with the House Mouse line of stamps and have several of my own. These are both such cute cards!

[Pauline]

Awwww so adorable these mice are. I have a whole slue of these stamps,and tons of images stamped off. (a few years ago a few of my friends from Michigan would come over for a weekend, and we would stamp off images each of us had - would save each of us having to buy the stamps - I have so many not even coloured - just no time!). You definitely have done a wonderful job on these Leslie, great layouts, wonderful colouring, and a great eye for detail. Your 'small friends' will be thrilled to receive these, so thoughtful! Thanks for the 'smile' first thing this morning, have wonderful day.

[Conniecrafter]

Love your post title :) These are both way too cute fantastic coloring on both, but that pumpkin costume one brings a big smile, terrific job and so nice of your friend to share these with you!!

[CherylQuilts]

Oh, my, Leslie, these are darling! I just love House Mouse images, and these are the cutest! I love the little fat punkin!! Just makes me smile! And what fun colors and beautiful coloring! Your stitching really makes for a lovely card (on both of them). And the other image is cute too and must be ever cuter with the Wink of Stella. The sentiment on that card is funny! LOL! Never heard that one before...like it! How sweet to make these darling cards for the little ones, who truly will love them! Hugs, sweet friend!

[Evelyn in Oregon]

They are so cute! I'm sure the kids will absolutely love them. Just can't beat a House Mouse for cuteness.

[yogi]

cute images. Have a great day

[Sherri Dean]

I'd be willing to be that the kids just wait more for their cards each year than they do for the candy! These are just awesome cards! I love them both! You can't help but smile at the mice & your gorgeous designs just make them extra special! I think your stitching just adds the cherry on the top! Wish I could get my sewing machine to stitch on paper, but it won't.I'd also bet the cards are all saved each year as the treasures they are!

[beth]

Adorable Leslie any child would love receiving these... I love house mouse....your stitching and the fun papers...the first card has wonderful layers.

[Tammy Hair]

Absolutely adorable! A kid any age would love to receive them!

[Becca Feeken]

Leslie, these are absolutely delightful! I'm sure the kids appreciate it and of course they are keepsakes since you hand made them :-) Just so love the stitching!

[Diane H]

These are so cute...love those little mousers (not the real thing though..lol)...I have a few cute Halloween images (well more then a few) and you make me want to get them out...lol..they are just adorable and your fabulous coloring of course is tops!!!

[Nancy C.]

These are just too cute for words! I love the House Mouse stamps especially the one stuck in the pumpkin! Great Job!

[Susan (rainy)]

There just isn't anything cuter than those House Mouse images. And these are so beautifully colored. Love the touches of glitter on the first card. Sweet cards, Leslie.

[Stacy Morgan]

Squeel!!! Oh these are ADORABLE!!! I have the first one but not that second one. I think I see an order coming on if I can still find this one. Your papers are perfect and great use of last years stash. Your coloring is awesome as always! Just adorable, they will love these girlie!

[Linda Carson]

Any age would enjoy these adorable fun beauties! Love your coloring/shading and designs! Of course one just had to have the classy "smell my feet!"

[Colleen Dietrich]

Yes, I know what you mean about running through all the Halloween stamps (or insert another category) you have, and feeling like you don't want to repeat 'em again! THese House Mouse images are so cute, and it was so kind of your friend to come to the rescue.

[Lynette]

Love your cute Halloween cards, Leslie! They are so adorable. I have some images like them. I kind of forgot I have Halloween cards to make! Sure hope I can get them done soon.

[Danielle Kennedy]

Oh my! These HM are so cute! I miss cute...I have to get back to it!!

[Donna Ellis]

LOL! These are GREAT! love HM because they always tell a story, but I can actually HEAR you saying to any tricksters "trick or treat, smell my feet" LOL (I am now ducking as you throw candy at me LOL) Delightful is what both of these are, Leslie! hugs, de

[Gail Meinen]

Not a big fan of Halloween here, bu these two are just too cute not to comment. I sure would like to know how you're stitching turns out perfect every time. But then, I would also like to know how you're coloring is always flawless!!