Wine of Life

Hi!   If you follow my blog, you know that I love these mice.  They are always up to something silly.   This little Mama looks like she has had enough of the kids shenanigans and is enjoying a glass a wine and the quiet.  Am I projecting?    No matter what I just love it.   It came with the perfect sentiment.   This was a fast one to color up.  It is refreshing they they didn't add a complicated background to the image.  It just pops against the white.    I hope you are enjoy.   Thank you all for getting me from day to day.   This parenting thing isn't for wimps.  :). 

Copics used:

Skin: E000, E00, E93

Fur: E30, E31, E33

Leaves: YG67,YG63, YG61

Grapes:; BV08,  BV04, BV02, BV01, BV00

Wine: R59, BV02 and a touch of BV04

Donut you know?

Hello all, 

I think I've hit a new record!   I think I went a full 2 months without posting on the blog.  Gosh, I didn't mean to do that.  If we have chatted in person, you probably know I've just had a lot on my plate.  You all know how that goes and unfortunately this is something that very easily can sit and just chill.   

I'm glad to say that I think I've regrouped a little.  I'm hoping to play a little catch up.  My goal to be more balanced.  Unfortunately, life with little kids  (and a traveling husband) is rough and you just got to roll with it.    

That is why I picked this guy to pop back on the blog today.  He looks like he has some life lessons to teach.  He is rolling with it.  I didn't really get to make any traditional Valentine's this year, but this guy came through in jam.   I've had this stamp for a while but this is the first time I've colored him up.  It was so delicious... I might have to run out and get some donuts.  

I hope you enjoy...   talk soon I'll try not to be another 2 months! 

Hugs to you all

Chris

Copic Colors used

Mouse skin: E000, E00, E93

Fur, C3, C1, C0

Donut: E30, E31, E33, E35

Frosting: R81, R83, R85

Ground: E44, E43, E42

Berry Sweet

Hello friends, 

It has been a minute since I've had some time to just sit and color.  Of course as soon the first image I inked up when I got the chance was this adorable House Mouse image (Thank you to Lori for gifting it to me).  I love these little guys.  They are always adorable.   These four look like they have been having a bit of a snack in the garden.  Hopefully they haven't made anyone upset! 

As a side note... I was happy to learn that Berry Burst, one of SU's new colors, is a perfect match for my favoroite raspberry copic combo (RV52, RV63, RV66).  I think I'll be reaching for that a lot more . 

Copics used:

Skin: E000, E00, E93

Brown: E30, E31, E33

Grey: W3, W1, E30

Basket: E40, E41, E42, E44, E47

Berry: RV52, RV63, RV66

Green: G40, G43, G46, YG63, YG67

Sweet Holiday Season

 Hello friends, 

You know I couldn't let the holiday season go by without coloring up a House Mouse card.   It is FREEZING cold here in NY.  This guy has the right idea.  I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas.   

Stamp: House Mouse Warm Cocoa

Inks:

Memento Ink: Amazon or Scrapbook

Stardust Pen: Amazon

Glue:

Bearly Art Glue- Amazon --best glue ever!!

Paper:

Neenah: solar white card stock

Red Card stock from Stampin up

Copics listed at bottom of page:

Copics used: best price I found

Mouse: E000, E00, E93 and E30, E31, E33

Cocoa: E25, E27

Grey: C5, C3, C1

Red: R29, R24

White on candy cane: C1

Yellow: Y13, Y11, Y00

Ground: W3, W1, W0

Lemon Jokester

Hello!  

Lemons seem to be really popular lately.  I will never understand why things go in and out of style.. but I couldn't help but jump on the bandwagon and color this guy up.   I made two versions of this card.   They are just so so so cute!    Which one do you like better?  

I made a video of how to color this card.  Click here to watch

Materials:

Lemons sentiment-  Use code TJ10Chris to save 10%

Squeeze sentiment is by Impression Obsessions

Fresh Squeezed Jokester House Mouse stamp

Copic colors are listed below

Copic colors used:  Best place to buy copics

Brown: E30, E31, E33, E35, BV20, BV23

Skin: E00, E000, E93

Yellow: Y02, Y04, Y08  or Y11, Y13, Y15, Y17

Ground: W3, W1, W0

Stardust glitter pen

Berry Best Strawberries- with video tutorial

 Hello friends, 

I love that summer just around the corner  I'm looking forward to fresh strawberries (hopefully without the mouse)!

If you take my copic classes, you know we have been working on mastering RED.  It can be very difficult to get a good blend.  This card was great practice because we would adjust our blends on each strawberry to make them look a little different, but still part of a group.   

You can watch here to see the process that I follow.  

Materials and copics are linked below. 

If you'd like to watch the video please click here

Copic:  Best deal as of posting - click here

Red: R59, R29, R24, R14, R05, R02

Green: YG67, YG63, YG61

Skin: E000, E00, E93

Fur: E30, E31, E33

Ground: W3, W1, W0

White Gel pen: Scrapbook or Amazon 

I used a Martha Stewart punch to create the border.  It has been discontinued, but this die is very similar. 

Stamp is called House Mouse Sleeping with Strawberries.  There are several available on Ebay, and Etsy.  If you do a google search. I think you can find one. 

O' Lucky Day

 Hello, 

I hope you are feeling lucky today.  We all are a little bit Irish on St. Patrick's Day.   

Materials:

House Mouse stamp- on Scrapbook

House Mouse stamp on Amazon

Copic Colors:

Mouse skin: E000, E00, E93

Mouse Fur: E33, E31, E30, BV23

Pink: RV55, RV53, RV10

I used several green combos to color the clover

YG17, YG13, YG11

G46, G43, G40

YG61, YG63, YG67

G28, G24, G21

touches of W6 as shadow here in there

Holidays are Merry

Welcome, 

House Mouse are one of my favorite and I look forward to each release.  I inked this image up as soon as it arrived at my house.  Candy Canes make the perfect hair for a snowman.  Why didn't I think of that? 

Merry Christmas friends, 

Chris

Supply List:

House Mouse Peppermint Hair

 Copics used:

Mice: E000, E00, EE11, E30, E31, E33, E93, BV23

Mouse: E000 E00, E11, E93, W3, W1

Snow: C3, C1, 

Black: W9, W7, W5

YR09, YR07, YR04, YR02

Green: YG17, YG13, YG11

Red: R29, R24, R14

Sky: B000

Relax a Little

 Hello, 

Yesterday was the presidential election.  I'm a night owl, but I was up late even for me hoping for a result.  As you know... they are still counting ballots.  I just pray they find a peaceful outcome.  Anyway, I thought we could use a little reminder during these stressful times to RELAX.   

This mouse has nailed it.  I didn't put words on my card.  I thought it could be used for retirement, thinking of you or encouragement.  I can add those when I'm ready to send it.   

The theme at House Mouse challenge blog this week is favorite color.  I love green and purple.  I couldn't choose between the two so I used them both.   I hope you will stop by and check all the wonderful house mouse cards posted this month.  

Copics used:

Mouse: E30, E31, E33, E00, E000, E93

Grapes: BV08, BV04, BV02, BV01

Green: YG67, YG63, YG61, G85

Stem: E77, E74, E71

Ground: W3, W1, W0

Simple Things

 Hello friends, 

 This is one of my favorite house mouse stamps.  Do I say that every time?  I love house mouse.  I made a card like this about 10 years ago.  I found it as I was rummaging through some stamping stuff.   I've grown so much  in my coloring skills, I really wanted to remake the card.   Ah... I'm so glad I did.  I'm smitten. He is just so stinkin' adorable!  I might also be a bit jealous.  Floating on a leaf.. sounds relaxing. Where do I sign up?

Copics used:

Fur: E30, E31, E33

Skin: E000, E00, E93

Water: B000, B00, B01, B02

Leaf: R05, YR12, YR02, Y13

Friend with Chocolate

Hello strangers, 

Surprise!  I'm popping back on the blog today.  I realize I've been MIA for awhile.  The weather in NY has been amazing.  I've been doing my best to enjoy every second of it.  We have been trapped at home for months...and sadly it doesn't look like the pandemic will end before the cold weather returns.  I hope that wherever you are, you are able to enjoy some sunshine. 

I made this during the quarantine, but it never made it off my desk.  I LOVE this cuties.  Has anyone ever explored jumping into a bowl of chocolate?  It might make it all better.  I feel like this is an option that we should at least explore.  

There is a house mouse challenge going on this week.  I hope you will stop by and check out all the cards from the talented crafters. 

Copics used:

Chocolate: E21, E23, E25, E27, E29
Mouse: E000, E00, E11, E30, E31, E33, E35, E93
Glass: B00, B000, C1
Ground: W3, W1
Sun: E35, E38

Sprinkles Please (House Mouse)

Hello,

House mouse stamps were some of my first stamps when I started stamping.  They are still among my favorites.  I had a request for birthday cards and this guy wandered onto my desk.   He clearly thinks there is a sprinkle shortage on his cupcake.

Materials:
House Mouse Stamp
Copic Storage box

 In the video I will show you how I use copics to color fur and glass.  We will also add dimension to the cupcake wrapper.   I also used a glaze pen to give the sprinkles a more realistic look.

 If you are reading this in your email the video will not play click here or go to the blog to watch.

I'm entering this card into the challenge over that the House Mouse challenge blog.  If you have a minute, please pop over and see what these creative ladies are making. 

Photos:

Copics used:

Mouse: E000, E00, E93, E30, E31, E33

Glass: C3, C1, C0

Purple: V12, V15

Frosting: E50, E51

Cake: E27, E25

Ground: W5, W3, W1

Shadow: BV23, BV20

wrapper: B18, B16, B14, B12

Purple Glaze Pen

Let them Eat Cake-- House Mouse

Hello all,

Well our world has been turned upside down by the coronavirus.  As we all adjust to this new "normal",  I thought we could all use a smile.  I reached for a my favorite group of stamps.   House Mouse is hosting a birthday challenge.  I hope you will check in here to see what all the talented ladies are making. 

 Since,  I'll be sitting home for the next weeks. I thought this guy had the right idea.  I hope you all are staying healthy. 

Copics used:

Mouse: E30, E31, E33,  E000, E00, E93
Cake: C0, C1, C3
Chocolate: E21, E23, E25, E27
Plate: YR20, YR21, YR23
Ground: W3, W1, W0
Pink: R00, R21, R22, R83

A Conversation with my Heart

Happy Feb 15th!

I know Valentine's day was yesterday, but I wanted to be sure that the recipient got the card before I posted it online.   I hope you had a wonderful Valentine's Day.  Ryan had a party at school.  He was so proud to show me all of his valentines he received from his friends.  It is such a cute age.

My favorite part of Valentine's day is conversation hearts.   Yep.  I'm the weirdo that hopes that I can buy a bunch at the 50% off Valentine's day sale.  This year... after going to two stores I found zero bags of conversation hearts.   I was shocked.  The stores must be getting better at estimating how many bags of carry or... some other weirdo beat me to them.  Next year, I might have to buy a bag before they disappear.

I think this little guy and I have a lot in common.  However, he is much more talented.  I could only balance one on my nose.  😂

There is another great challenge going on at the house mouse blog.  I hope you will swing by and check out the beautiful cards the design team made.

Copics used:

Mouse:  E30, E31, E33, E35-- E000, E00, E93
Green: G000,G00, G02,
Pink: RV02, RV00, RV000
Purple: BV01, BV00, BV000
Yellow: Y00, Y11, Y13
Orange: YR02, YR00, YR000
Ground: W5, W3, W1

Wrapped in Holly--House Mouse

Hello,

I saw a few other people coloring up this image.  I'm not sure what the name of it is.  It is a really old House Mouse stamp.  I've had it years and I had never inked it up.  I felt inspired by everyone else and I thought I'd share my take on it.    I tried something new with the holly.  I added some some blue into the leaves to give it the holly a more realistic look.   What do you think?

I'm entering this into the house mouse challenge.  If you haven't you should pop on over and see the cards from the other talented ladies:  http://housemouse-challenge.blogspot.com/

Copics used:
Green: G28, G24, G21, G20- BG57
Mouse: E000, E00, E93, E30, E31, E33, BV20
Red: R37, R35, R32
Blue: B69, B66, B63, B60
Brown: E30, E31, E33, E35
lt. Brown: E40, E41, E42,
Gray: C7, C5, C3

I VANT CANDY

Hello Fiends, 

Halloween wouldn't be complete without a House Mouse card.   I dug up this old, but still adorable house mouse stamp.    The inside of this card say "I VANT CANDY".  

I'm entering this card into the House Mouse Challenge.  The theme is snow.  I didn't follow the theme this time around.  I just wasn't ready for snow yet.  I wanted to sneak one more Halloween card in. 

Copics used:

Mouse: E000, E00, E93, E31, E33, E35
Black: N10, N8, N6, N4
Pumpkin: YR02, YR04, YR07, YR09
Gray: W5, W3, W1

Season's Tweetings

Howdy,

I can't believe that it is time to start thinking about Christmas cards.  It was 80F in NY today.  It is a unusual to be that warm, but I will take it.  The only snow I like is on my cards.

There is a new challenge at the House Mouse Challenge Blog.  Thank you for making me think about Christmas cards.

You can get this House Mouse stamp here.
You can get the sentiment here

Copics used:

Red: R39, R29, R24, R14
Brown: E40, E41, E42, E43, E44
Grey; W1, W3
Branch: E70, E71, E74, E77
Mouse: E30,E31, E33, E000, E00, E93
Black: C9, C7, C5
Shadows: BV23, BV20

Life is Sweet

Hello friends,

House Mouse is hosting a challenge this week.  The theme is to make a card using a House Mouse stamp and a die.  I thought it would be fun to use the a border die upside down from the intended way to create an arc.  The sentiment fit perfectly inside. 

Thank you for popping over for a look.  I hope you will join the challenge if you have some time this week.

 Copics used:

Mouse skin: E000, E00, E93
Mouse fur: E30, E31, E33,
Grapes: YG01, YG03, YG06, YG09, YG67
Wood: E71, E74, E77
Ground: W3, W1, W0
white and black gel pen.

Hey Sweet Pea!

Hello friends,

There is a new card challenge on the House Mouse blog this week.  I used Pea Pod Nap to create this sweet card.   I had a hard time deciding what greens to use to color the pea pod. In the end I picked colors that match the decorative paper.   It pairs perfectly with this sentiment from Hero Arts (retired).    If you like snarky cards, I made an alternate version and posted it below.

Snarky Version of this card below! 

Copics used:
Green: YG09, YG06, YG03, YG67
Ground: W3, W1, W0
Shadows: W5, W3
Mouse: E35, E33, E31, E000, E00, E93