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Enjoying the Simple Moments

Over at the House-Mouse & Friends Monday Challenge it is Anything Goes with an option of Water.  I dug out one of my favorite little water themed images and drew a little relaxing bathroom around it.  I stamped it again, watercolored the image and popped it up.

I created a plaid background with the leftover watercolor paint and added Stickles to some of the stripes.  I liked the Stickles so much, I added some to the bubbles and my light fixture but they are hard to see in the picture.  The sentiment is from Home to Roost (SU!).  I used Tim Holtz ground expresso around the edges of everything. 

This is going to a friend who is lucky enough to be retiring this month.  She is a big crafter so I know she is going to absolutely love retirement. 

Hope you have a fabulous and relaxing week.

Nancy

Comments

  1. Gail LApril 24, 2023 at 8:59 AM

    Hi Nancy! Thanks for popping over! Funny we used the same image, for the same occasion! I think this is one of may favorite HM images! Great bathroom drawing!!

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  2. My name is Erika.April 24, 2023 at 2:56 PM

    Great card Nancy. I could use a nice soak in a warm tub, but I don't have a tub. Smile. Happy new week. hugs-Erika

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  3. BunnyApril 24, 2023 at 4:11 PM

    What a great scene you created. I love this stamp. Perfect for the water option too. It's a cute card. Love the colors. Thank you for joining us at HMFMC. {Bunny} Designer for House Mouse and Friends

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  4. The Happy WhiskApril 24, 2023 at 5:07 PM

    Hey Nancy! I love the little tub. What a great scene.

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  5. ChristineApril 24, 2023 at 7:03 PM

    That's such a perfect image- my go to place to relax and unwind. Love the card ♥

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  6. Lorraine AApril 25, 2023 at 2:35 AM

    Super cute card Nancy :-) I love how you created a whole bathroom scene! you're very artistic!! the whole design is just gorgeous! :-)

    Thanks for joining us on the House Mouse and Friends Monday Challenge
    Luv
    Lols x x x

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  7. Valerie-JaelApril 25, 2023 at 11:21 AM

    Wow, Nancy, this is gogeous! Have a great week, hugs, Valerie

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  8. AnonymousApril 26, 2023 at 7:34 AM

    This is super cute! You are a wonderful artist. Love the chandelier over the tub. Thanks for sharing at HMFMC.

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  9. SueApril 26, 2023 at 4:22 PM

    Nancy, what a fun and adorable card! Love the room you created for the little Hopper to relax and enjoy his bath. Love this. Thanks for sharing your card with us at the House Mouse and Friends Monday Challenge.

    Hugs
    Sue

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  10. *Vicki*April 28, 2023 at 9:34 AM

    Awe! Your scene is absolutely stunning here Nancy! I would love to be soaking in a nice bubble bath myself! LOL You always have such wonderful details in your projects my friend! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  11. creationsnzApril 29, 2023 at 11:08 AM

    What a great scene you created, so cool. Thanks for sharing your splashy mouse at House Mouse & Friends, CarolG

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  12. MiaMay 1, 2023 at 3:51 PM

    Great card! Beautiful coloring. Perfect for the water theme. Thank you for entering our challenge at House Mouse and Friends Monday Challenge. Looking forward to see you again next challenge.
    Regards,
    Mia
    Designer for House Mouse and Friends Monday Challenge
    craftartista.blogspot.com {My Blog}

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