Simon Says Stamp | Wish You Were Here Card – Inspired by Book Cover

Simon Says Stamp | Wish You Were Here Card - Inspired by Book Cover featuring YOUR LIGHT sss101999, OUT TO SEA sss102127 and VACATION TIME sss101855 #SimonSaysStamp #Cardmaking #handmadecard #copiccoloring #stamping

I was browsing Pinterest for ideas the other day and came across this book cover. I loved the clean, modern design and felt like it was something I could re-create with my stamps. And so I did! I love the simplicity of this card.

Simon Says Stamp | Wish You Were Here Card - Inspired by Book Cover featuring YOUR LIGHT sss101999, OUT TO SEA sss102127 and VACATION TIME sss101855 #SimonSaysStamp #Cardmaking #handmadecard #copiccoloring #stamping

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CARD DETAILS

I first stamped the “sea” portion of the background using Simon Says Stamp Out To Sea background stamp. I used Hero Arts Watermark ink for a tone on tone look and stamped image using MISTI stamping tool on Hero Arts Arctic cardstock. I did try and color the background using Copic B00 marker, I was curious to see what would happen if I colored over embossing ink. Nothing remarkable, lol. So I cut the colored part off using my paper trimmer and also cut along the lines of the waves using my scissors creating a wavy top for this background.

Simon Says Stamp | Wish You Were Here Card - Inspired by Book Cover featuring YOUR LIGHT sss101999, OUT TO SEA sss102127 and VACATION TIME sss101855 #SimonSaysStamp #Cardmaking #handmadecard #copiccoloring #stamping

Next, I needed to make a large cloud. What could I use for this? The coordinating die to cut the waves from the new Be a Mermaid stamp set seemed like a good fit. It doesn’t necessarily provide the cloud shape, but it does make an interesting, somewhat abstract piece. So I cut a panel of white cardstock using that coordinating die. After all, I LOVE to stretch my supplies.

Simon Says Stamp | Wish You Were Here Card - Inspired by Book Cover featuring YOUR LIGHT sss101999, OUT TO SEA sss102127 and VACATION TIME sss101855 #SimonSaysStamp #Cardmaking #handmadecard #copiccoloring #stamping

I used a panel of Audrey Blue cardstock for the sky portion of this background. I adhered my clouds panel and my sea panel onto the sky panel. Next, I stamped the sentiment – I used one the reads “Wish You Were Here” and a sub sentiment “Missing You”. I adore the large bold font in this sentiment stamp set.

Something was missing. So I stamped a lighthouse in Simon’s Intense Black ink and colored it using Copic markers – B00, B02, B04, C1, C3, C5, E37. I cut it out using a coordinating die and foam mounted onto the card. I stamped rays of light coming from the lighthouse and seagulls flying around my sentiment. Lastly, I added white sequins from Simon’s April Showers sequins set.

Simon Says Stamp | Wish You Were Here Card - Inspired by Book Cover featuring YOUR LIGHT sss101999, OUT TO SEA sss102127 and VACATION TIME sss101855 #SimonSaysStamp #Cardmaking #handmadecard #copiccoloring #stamping

It’s been a while (or at least it feels like it’s been a long time) since I made a simple card like this. I love the result. I have it sitting on my desk now as I type this post. I’ll probably keep it for now.

SUPPLIES

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Simon Says Clear Stamps Your Light
Simon Says Clear Stamps Your Light
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Simon Says Stamp Be a Mermaid Wafer Dies
Simon Says Stamp Be a Mermaid Wafer Dies
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Simon Says Cling Stamp Out to Sea
Simon Says Cling Stamp Out to Sea
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Simon Says Clear Stamps Vacation Time
Simon Says Clear Stamps Vacation Time
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Simon Says Stamp Your Light Wafer Dies
Simon Says Stamp Your Light Wafer Dies
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Simon Says Stamps and Dies Your Light
Simon Says Stamps and Dies Your Light
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Simon Says Stamp Sequins April Showers
Simon Says Stamp Sequins April Showers
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Neenah 110 Lb Solar White Cardstock
Neenah 110 Lb Solar White Cardstock
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Neenah 80LB Solar White Cardstock
Neenah 80LB Solar White Cardstock
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Simon Says Stamp Intense Black Ink
Simon Says Stamp Intense Black Ink
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Tsukineko VersaFine Onyx Black Ink
Tsukineko VersaFine Onyx Black Ink
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Hero Arts Misti Mini Black
Hero Arts Misti Mini Black
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Mini Misti Stamping Tool
Mini Misti Stamping Tool
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Hero Arts Misti Regular Black
Hero Arts Misti Regular Black
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Hero Arts Hero Hues Cardstock Arctic
Hero Arts Hero Hues Cardstock Arctic
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Misti Stamping Tool
Misti Stamping Tool
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Hero Arts Clear Embossing & Watermark Ink
Hero Arts Clear Embossing & Watermark Ink
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Simon Says Stamp Audrey Blue Cardstock
Simon Says Stamp Audrey Blue Cardstock
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Copic Sketch Marker B00 Frost Blue
Copic Sketch Marker B00 Frost Blue
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Copic Sketch Marker B02 Robin
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Copic Sketch Marker B04 Tahitian Blue
Copic Sketch Marker B04 Tahitian Blue
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Copic Sketch Marker C1 Cool Gray
Copic Sketch Marker C1 Cool Gray
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Copic Sketch Marker C3 Cool Gray Grey
Copic Sketch Marker C3 Cool Gray Grey
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Copic Sketch Marker C5 Cool Gray Grey
Copic Sketch Marker C5 Cool Gray Grey
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Copic Sketch Marker E37 Sepia
Copic Sketch Marker E37 Sepia
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Tonic Spring-cut Fine Tip Detail Scissors
Tonic Spring-cut Fine Tip Detail Scissors
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Tonic Studios 8.5 Inch Paper Trimmer
Tonic Studios 8.5 Inch Paper Trimmer
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Crystal Ninja Crystal Katana Pick Up Tool
Crystal Ninja Crystal Katana Pick Up Tool
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Sakura Classic White Gelly Roll Pens Set of 3
Sakura Classic White Gelly Roll Pens Set of 3
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Simon Says Stamp Craft Tacky Glue
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White Foam Squares
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Simon Says Stamp | Welcome Little One Baby Card by Yana Smakula featuring OH BABY sss101815 #cardmaking #simonsaysstamp #copiccoloring #copicmarkers #handmadecard #SSSSendHappiness #SSSendACard #SSSUnitedWeCraft

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Comments5

  1. Beautiful recreation Yana! I’ve had a thing with mermaids lately and especially after The Simon Says Stamp new release of “Be a Mermaid”. I’ve been trying to decide which background I want and and then saw your waves. You’ve definitely inspired me, not only with my mermaid but beyond. I love your card!

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