Birthday Cards for My Babies!

I wanted to share the Birthday Cards that I made for my kids last week. I think they came out adorable! And I know that Phoenix and Rhiannon love them. Here’s Rhiannon’s.

Back in October, I had one a digi challenge over at Haunted Design House, and I won digis of my choice from Delicious Doodles. Boy, what awesome images they have!!! It was tough to choose, but this one was a no brainer. I LOVE dragons, and I thought that this Momma and Baby (or Daddy and baby) was perfect! I knew I was going to use it for Rhiannon.

I colored the image in with my watercolor markers and a hint of colored pencils. I wanted the skin to have texture, so I colored it over and over in long lines. I think it looks cool! And she really liked the baby in the egg. She thought it was funny!

I had gotten this stamp a while ago in a swap box with the S&S girls, and as soon as I saw it, I knew Phoenix would love it! How sweet is this robot? He’s colored with my watercolor markers as well. I wrote “Nix” on the robot’s chest. Know what Phoenix’s favorite part about this card is? The rhinestones!

I kept both cards pretty simple, which I think is best for kids. They really love them, so that makes me happy. Have an inspiring day!!!

Comments

DonnaMundinger said…

Alison, these are both just darling! Precious dragons and the robot is too cute! (gotta love a guy who loves bling! LOL) Fabulous! xxD

December 20, 2010 at 9:04 AM

ldfdesign said…

too cute! my son loves 'jewels' too!

December 21, 2010 at 7:33 AM

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