Spread Joy, Not Germs Hop

Hello! Today I’m excited to be a part of the Spread Joy, Not Germs Hop. There are lots of prizes, so be sure to enter (see details below). I am using stamps from the Hedgehog Hollow April 2020 Kit and March 2020 Kit.

When I was creating this card, I was inspired by the events going on today. I created a dark gray city with bright, happy people. See, even with this big challenge, we can be happy and stick together. 🙂

I first stamped the people images with copic-friendly ink. Then I masked them off with masking paper before inking on the gray buildings using a stencil and Distress Oxide ink.

I colored the images in bright colors so they really stood out from the background. The large “always” sentiment is from the March 2020 Hedgehog Hollow Kit (lettered by Jessica Francisco). I white heat embossed it on black paper then fussy cut around the sentiment.

I stamped the “you” and “me” with black ink, then made a blue mat around them with the same blue Copic marker as on the sweater.

For the video tutorial on how this card came together, watch the video below or in HD on YouTube:

If you are interested in the colors I used, here is my Copic Color Chart:

Copic Color Chart

I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support!

There are so many prizes to be won on this hop, and the more blogs you visit and COMMENT, the better your chances are at winning! On my blog, you have the chance to win a $20 Gift Card to the Hedgehog Hollow shop!

SPONSORS AND PRIZES!

THIRTY ONE companies are offering more than FIFTY prizes on this hop! Comment on the blogs on the hop to be entered. No minimum number of comments required, but the more blogs you comment on, the greater the chances of winning.

Deadline to enter is April 24 and winners will be announced on Monday, April 27 on the Catherine Pooler Designs and Hedgehog Hollow blogs.

  • Catherine Pooler Designs – $20 Gift Certificate on the CP blog and each of the Brand Ambassadors’ blogs
  • Hedgehog Hollow – one month free sub to the box with free us shipping
  • CAS-ual Fridays – Win the new release – over $80 value
  • Heffy Doodle – £35 voucher for the store
  • Whimsy Stamps – $15 GC on each of their Creative Team team blogs
  • Sassy and Crafty Stamps – $35 Gift Certificate
  • The Ton – $20 Gift Certificate (stamps, dies, ink or sequins)
  • Ellen Hutson – $35 Gift Certificate
  • Polka Dot Orchard- $20 Gift Certificate
  • Ink on 3 – $35 Gift Certificate
  • Brutus Monroe – $50 GC
  • STAMPlorations – $25 gift code on the STAMPlorations blog + $10 gift code on each designer blogs.
  • Trinity Stamps- $25 Gift Certificate
  • WOW! Embossing Powder – two gift vouchers 1 x £30 and 1 x $30 that covers the USA, UK and Europe 
  • Greeting Farm -$25 Gift Certificate
  • Miss Ink Stamps -$25 Gift Certificate
  • Pear Blossom Press -$25 gift certificate
  • Trinity Stamps -$25 Gift Certificate
  • Paper Sweeties – $50 Gift Certificate
  • Xyron – Mega Runner, Refill & 1.5 inch sticker maker, refill
  • Beacon – Product gift bag
  • Artesprix – Getting Started Kit
  • iCrafter – $20 Gift Certificate
  • Joy Clair – $25 Gift Certificate
  • Dina Kowal – Two $10 gift codes to Dina Kowal Creative
  • Rabbit Hole Designs – $10.00 gift code on each DT members blogs
  • You’re Next Stamp – $25 Gift Certificate
  • Taylored Expressions – $50 Gift Certificate
  • Pink and Main – $25 Gift Certificate
  • Unity – two $25 Gift Certificates
  • Dress My Craft – $35 gift certificate
Crafty Friends stick together!

TO ENTER TO WIN, please comment below on my blog and tell me what you are doing now that makes you feel JOY. (I’d also love to hear about your favorite cardmaking technique right now)

The next link on the hop is Julissa Padilla! Thanks for stopping by!

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[…] I hope you will click on through to the video and make comments to enter to win. You can enter on my blog post and also on The Hedgehog Hollow post […]

Barbara Deichl
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Barbara Deichl

I love the colors of this card–it does put a smile on my face! Thanks for participating!

NICOLE MARTEL
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So cute!!

Bekka aka PrairieStork
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Bekka aka PrairieStork

Ohhhh for cute! Darling anniversary card AND story. Thank you for sharing your time & talents.

Gail Scott
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Great work here – love how you did the backgrounds – tfs and being in the hop!

Sheila Fisher
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Sheila Fisher

Cute, thanks for thinking of us and sharing.

Lalitha
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Lalitha

Cute couple card

Priya
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Priya

Adorable card

blankina
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Very cool card love the grey city buidings and the people that pop out! Thanks for the inspiration.Loving this long but inspiring hop, hugs Blankina

Mary Ellen Lounsbery
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Mary Ellen Lounsbery

Cute card!

Deb Routledge
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Fabulous card, love the background and fun people images!

Lois Bak
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Fun card — beautiful coloring.

Dedra Edwards
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Dedra Edwards

Thanks for sharing.

*Vicki*
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Your card is super cute and I love the background you’ve created with it! I’m on this hop right now to gain inspiration from my fellow crafters as my MOJO has “left the building”! I do find joy from seeing so much of the kindess from other crafters during this weird time in our world, it’s uplifting. My favorite technique right now would be working with watercolor and smooshing onto panels right now! LOL!! TFS!

Deb C
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Adorable card!! I am loving the hops and extra videos!! My fav medium is oxide inks and making scene cards!

Vera Yates
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Kari, this card is so cute!! And, your coloring is amazing. Thank you for the inspiration.

Sandy G
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Aww, such an adorable card! Love all the coloring and background.
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DebbieM
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DebbieM

Adorable card!!!!! I’m making cards and masks right now!

Melissa Midgett
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Melissa Midgett

1st the card is adorable. I have put papercrafts on pause for a bit. I am sewing masks but I cant wait to get back to my paper.

Lisa Taylor
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Lisa Taylor

Love the background and her cat sweater. Such a great card!

Ute
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great card. Thanks for sharing your inspiration.

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Constance LaJoie
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Constance LaJoie

Super cute card!

Lynn McAuley
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Lynn McAuley

Love this fabulously unique pair!! What a great card!!

Natalie
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Natalie

Nice job great card

Gigi
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Absolutely love this!!

Meghan Kennihan
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Meghan Kennihan

What a darling couple! Great coloring!

Christine Miller
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Christine Miller

What a fabulous card! Love this sweet couple in their darling sweaters!

Laura Peddicord
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Laura Peddicord

A cute card. You must be very artistic because your coloring is fabulous! It’s a fun card to give to that special someone. Thank you for sharing!

Virginia Polson
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Virginia Polson

Such a fun spirited card!

Brenda Gollihue
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Brenda Gollihue

Love these guys! Great card! 🙂

Kari DiBiaso
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Kari DiBiaso

Thanks for sharing. Love the cute couple card. Oh, and I love your name too!

Debi Lowery
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Debi Lowery

Just being able to get in my craft room and make cards helps me through this stressful time. Right now I am enjoying ink blending with the wonderful brushes that are on the market. This is a really fun card and thanks for the video. TFS

Susan Young
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Susan Young

Too cute! I am enjoying this blog hop right now! Decoupage is currently my favorite technique. Love adding the layered dimension for the 3d look.

Gina Kauffman
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Gina Kauffman

What a sweet couple and card!

Joyce Stuart
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Joyce Stuart

Liking the background.

Kelly
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Kelly

great coloring. cat on a sweater! lol

BECCA YAHRLING
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BECCA YAHRLING

Gorgeous coloring on this beauty! The guy reminds me of my hubby … he hasn’t shaved in 3 weeks! lol

Robyn Running
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Robyn Running

Cute card. I like how you used the stencil. Playing with my card making supplies and crocheting bring me joy.

Mar
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Mar

I love the card and enjoyed and agreed with your story about toilet paper…Thanks for the smiles.

Amanda Wilcox
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Amanda Wilcox

Awww, this is the cutest!

Carol E. Wortman
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Carol E. Wortman

Ooo la la, that is adorable! His stance made me laugh, as if he’s saying…take the picture already. I too have a list only shopping hubby… I digress. Great card, outstanding background! Loved it Thanks and please be well!

Kari S
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Kari S

Thank you for including your copic colors. I really struggle with color selection, so I am practicing! 🙂

sharon gullikson
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sharon gullikson

This is so cute. I have this stamp set, and have never used them. Thanks for the ideas. I am not This is so cute. I have this stamp set, and have never used them. Thanks for the ideas. I am not even trying to “reframe”. I am REALLY IRRITATED that we are so restricted. I am all about freedom and independence, and I don’t appreciate being forced to do whatever the powers force me to do…..even trying to “reframe”. I am REALLY IRRITATED that we are so restricted. I am all about freedom and independence, and I don’t appreciate… Read more »

Marylin S
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Marylin S

Thank you for participating in this blog hop, and for sharing the joy with us!

Nicole Pigg
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Nicole Pigg

Super cute card.

Laurie Kirk
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Laurie Kirk

Love the way you used bright colors for the main characters and shades of grey for the background.

Karyn K Siemering
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Karyn K Siemering

Very cute

Lisa Bzibziak
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Adorable!! Love this design! I’m trying to just take more time and not rush… you’d think that would be easy since I’m working from home and save two hours a day not commuting, but somehow I don’t seem to have any more time… I think it’s taken up with disinfecting and such…lol! But I continue to create in my room at a slower pace and I’m enjoying it. Thank you for the inspiration!

Jane Harrah
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Jane Harrah

Such a cute card!