So, I have a cute story about why the matching game I made for Louisa is called "Silly Goose Ball." She's always been a funny little girl and I would often call her "Silly Goose." Then one day, I said "Goof Ball" instead. Louisa started saying "Silly Goose Ball" any time she thought she was being funny. So now we use "Silly Goose Ball" for any of us being funny. No telling what people think when they're not in on the joke!
When I saw the silly goose part of this stamp set, I knew I had to make something for Louisa. Plus she loves animals and the puns are fun.
The idea for the Straight Line Frames started with this card. This image is a strong image, especially in bold colors. I couldn't decide what it needed. I let it lay around awhile and then suddenly I thought maybe a couple of stars would be the finishing touch. Well, the stars were close, but the card still didn't look finished to me. It hung around some more and then AHA! a Straight Line Frame.
When I finished stamping the animals on Louisa's cards, I didn't think they looked finished either. Especially the smaller animals that didn't fill up as much of the white card. So, I thought what was good for the critter card would be good for the Silly Goose Ball matching game.
Each animal has a slightly different Straight Line Frame and instead of stamped stars, I used tiny die cut hearts.
I made these mini note cards too. This is an old stamp set that I totally forgot about. Woodware isn't even in business anymore. I wanted to see what they would look like with words incorporated into the Straight Line Frames. I really think they turned out super sweet!
Check out the video for tips and to see how easy it is to draw straight line frames.
Well, darn this video has some issues. Why isn't this easier? GRRR! Looks fine in my software! It's not quite so irritating if you watch it small. GRRR, again!
I love the "silly goose ball" saying you all have.. it's so sweet & fun! I also LOVE your cards - The Lines frame is such a good idea and I love how it makes the image the focal point so easily! I'm going to have to try this, the lines are super cute with the stars, hearts, & flowers... Thanks for the inspiration Lori! Have a great day! :)
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What a fabulous idea for framing those super images and a great video too xx
ReplyDeleteOh, my goodness!! This post sure put a smile on my face! How fun to make a match game for Louisa with the adorable stamped images! Love the silly puns! Awesome framing, so cute! Lol..."silly goose ball"...love it!!:-))
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What a fabulous idea Lori and I love your silly goose ball game!
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These images and lined frames are too much fun! Love each and every one of them and so will Louisa :)
ReplyDeleteOMGosh these are all sooo cute! Awesome coloring and I love the straight line designs!
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Oh, you have always the most sweet ideas!!! Surely Louisa is a great inspiration! :D Brilliant way to add a lot of interest to a stamped image (and yours are so cute and sweet!) Love the look that the frames have with the tiny stamps inside!!!
ReplyDeleteFabulous and so fun matching game too!! Wow! A great idea to make a little gift to kids! I'm sure that Louise love it!! Amazing sentiments! :D You made me smile! :)
Thanks for sharing!!
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These are utterly adorable and will make a wonderfully unique matching game for Louisa with such happy images. I like the straight line frame ideas x
ReplyDeleteOh Lori - these are just fabulous. I need to get time to sit and browse right through your blog - I adore your style. And I'm so greateful for your sweet comment on my 'tree landscape card' today. Come and play with us in the Snippets Playground - we'd love to have you join us! I see that five of your comments above are from other Playmates - you get to have double goes on the swing on your first visit :)
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Your coloring on the these is so cute, I do like the idea of drawing your own frame for the images, and how you added the sentiments and the extras to break it up a bit, great design, Love them! That is a cute game for your granddaughter
ReplyDeleteI love animals on your cards...all look cute...
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Wow, Lori--you've outdone yourself! Absolutely love your coloring & the frames are amazing! So fun for Louisa & I love that you let us in on the joke--haha! Thought of you today when we saw the horrible flooding. Hope you guys are OK. Hugs, Greta
ReplyDeleteFabulous cards Lori, such a great idea - your frames really finish the cards perfectly.
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Ooooo Lori, these are all absolutely adorable!! Love the straight line framing with the stars, hearts and flowers! The "silly goose ball" game is just precious! Thank you so much for sharing!
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Lori, what a fabulous idea with the straight lines, such fun. The cards and game are also very pretty and such a fun project. The video was super, and I will definitely be trying the straight lines on a card in the future. Thanks for the idea and the video.
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Sue
SO adorable ... what a neat idea ... I'll definitely have to give this technique a try! TFS :)
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