Jun 14 2007
Froggie for a Boy
I have a friend at SCS whose little 4-year old son is facing a scary surgery. So, I decided he could use a froggie to cheer him on his way. Looking back, he probably could do without the pink spots, but alas, this little froggie goes out the door …. there’s no going back.
I know that the young man is hoping for his own mail, so I personalized the card with his name inside. 
In doing so, I discovered how much I enjoy the Short Order Alphabet from Stampin’ Up! I love the clean lines, and the just-right size for this application!
What are some specifics? I punched out the letters of his name with SU’s 3/4″ circle punch. Layered beneath his name are a few Cuttlebugged ovals of Always Artichoke. Our 1 & 1/4″ and 1 & 3/8″ circle punches were used for the sentiment inside. The lilypad is acutally a large Coluzzle circle, also pressed with the Cuttlebug Swirls embossing folder, with my guesstimated use of scissors to create the v-slit in the lilypad. To give his eyes and the fly a little ‘pop’, I’ve used Crystal Effects. I enjoy using basic twine, so I chose it for the closure of the side-fold card.
Wish me luck! I’m going to have to figure out how to upload 2 photos for 1 post on this one! Let me just apologize in advance if it takes me a couple of flubs first. *grin*
Recipe: SU Stamps: Frolicking Frogs, Play on Words, Short Order Alphabet, Simply Circles; SU C/S: Always Artichoke, Kraft, Whisper White; SU Inks: Always Artichoke, River Rock, So Saffron, Craft Whisper White; Accessories: Coluzzle, Circle Punches, Oval Punches, Crystal Effects, Cutter Kit (for distressed edges), Twine, Cuttlebug Swirls Embossing Folder.
7 responses so far
Wah-hoo, are you up and running smoothly now? What an adorable card, Bev — just perfect for a 4-yr old boy. Love the Cuttle-bugging!
how cute! I bet Garrett will love it & not even notice the pink dots – he’ll be so thrilled that you thought of him & made his day – how sweet of you!! I love that alpha too!!
What incredible cuteness! Those polka dots and the cuttlebug embossing, just precious! He is going to be so happy to get this card, and you are so thoughtful to send it to him…just another example of why everyone loves you!
Bev, this frog is darling! I’m sure it will brighten Garrett’s day.
Adorable for a 4 YO little guy! Love your frog!
How cute is that?? He will be smiling for sure!!
My Garrett ABSOLUTELY loved this card. He carried it to the store with us so that he could show everyone that he rec’d a card with his name in it. Thanks bunches Bev! You made his day!!!