Thursday 3 January 2013

Inspired by Africa

I’m not sure how many of you watched Sir David Attenborough's new series “Africa” but let me tell you it was awe inspiring, I sat mesmerised, willing it not to end.

Those that missed it can catch it on BBC iplayer.

So that was totally responsible for inspiring my next card.

Meet G-fa Giraffe from Mo’s Digital Pencil 

G-fa1

I tried to keep to the warm spicy tones for the papers and I think it worked quite well.

I used the MFT Flag dies to cut the shapes and got the Paper, twine and flower from Ribbon Carousel and a button from Dainty Paperie to complete the look.

I used Kraft card and distressed the edges.

G-fa2

Jak Signature

24 comments:

Lori m said...

Gorgeous, I didn't see the show but do love your card. Thank you for sharing the beautiful poppies, our neighbor has a garden full that bloom so pretty each year. Love them, hugs, Lori m

TammieLien said...

What a lovely card you always inspire me and I love Modigitalpencil.Not sure what is MFT dies are.Still fairly new at all of this.So if you could let me know would appreciate.Thanks:)

Peggywhiz said...

you are so creative. just love what you do. thanks for such great ideas.

Maryann Laursen said...

I didn´t see this show, but I´ve always loved to see his shows over the years, as they´re just brilliant, I can only agree to that, and your card is brilliant as well. So awesome work here again and such warm colors, who really gives you a nice and warm feeling just by looking at it here. Wonderful work as always Jak.

Dawn said...

Love it Jak! That giraffe is too cute & the colours are just fab!
HUgs
Dawn xx

cuilliesocks said...

Hi Jak and i agree the Africa programme was amazing, especially the fight of the giraffes. Your card is fab, I just love the image and the warm colours used, altogether I love it, kate x

pinky said...

Love the warm colours and perfect use of the kraft Jak, beautiful card.

Kelly Lloyd said...

Love these warm colour jak, fantastic card. All looks fab together. Have a good weekend
Hugs Kelly

Seafield Jo said...

It's a gorgeous card Jak, love the colours and the giraffe is fantastic.

Jo x

Linda Simpson said...

Stunning Jak! I love giraffe's and this is just awesome.

Hugs
Linda xxx

Joyce said...

Love this card Jak .. the colours are fab! Yes, I saw the programme .. wasn't it superb! I never expected to see anything like the giraffes fighting. The incredible wonder of T.V! Love and hugs xx
P.S. How's the bike?? x

Tammy said...

Wonderful card Jak, and the background is perfect for the whimsical image!

christine pethers said...

I LUV the image, and the programme was brilliant . Did you see the one on sky about the gallapagus islands earlier in the week. ??
luv Chris

Unknown said...

Oh Jak, this image is sooooo cute, just want to cuddle that long neck. The colours you have chosen are fantastic, great work, wish I could do it.

Wilma x x x

Wilma Knottenbelt said...

Jak, I love Giraffe almost as much as I love Tortoises. You did a super job with the card; it is beautiful.

Anonymous said...

Love your giraffe and yes saw the programme, still stunned by the giraffe's fighting and the cheeky little bird imitating the meercat.

sallysbitz2 said...

Awww, this is lovely x
Your colouring is stunning Jak.

hugs sally x
sallysbitz.blogspot.co.uk

Patricia said...

Hi Jac yes I did see the programe and I totally agree with you and I really love the card that you made.

Mad Mary said...

Fantastic card and the colours are perfect Jak.

Mary x

My'scardcorner said...

Yes I like that programme too reminds me of when we lived in Kenya many moons ago. Your card is brilliant a lovely image and youve showcased it beautifully.
Myrax

Christine said...

Oh dear Jak, you've made me spend some more pennies ! Just couldn't resist this gorgeous animal - giraffes are my favourite, such elegant creatures, and those eyelashes are to die for. Mosdigitalpencil images are always superb, and your colouring is an inspiration. I don't suppose I can get anything near to yours but I will keep practising !
Christine x

Merry said...

Beautiful card...love the layout and just wonderful colouring.

christine pethers said...

lovely image Jak . Looks like you can read his mind. 'Who Me ?' 'Can I finish my dinner first ?'
love Chris
xxx

Julie said...

This is awesome Jak! Stunningly coloured and such a beautiful design! Love it! Hugs, Juliexx