When I saw the inspiration photo for this week’s challenge and read “Gum Boots,” I confess I was puzzled. I have heard of a gum shoe, but not gum boots.
According to Gemini, the term “gum boot” is most commonly used in Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. I knew they were called wellies in the UK, and I know them as rain boots here in North America . So while it was really fun to design a card around the theme, it was also fun to learn something new.
Living in the California desert, we don’t typically need rain boots. At first I was concerned that I may not have anything in my stash to match the theme but when I went searching, I was delighted to find a number of items. I decided to go with the Spellbinders RAIN BOOT BOUQUET small die of the month from February 2024. I continued with mission to use my patterned paper stash, although the pattern is so subtle in the pale yellows and blues that it’s difficult to see it. Since I am constantly in need of birthday cards, I added a simple Happy Birthday sentiment to finish off my card.
I tried to come up with a way to incorporate the sketch in my design but wasn’t happy with anything I tried, so I gave myself permission to skip it. This is my first time using the Stitched Wacky Frame from Kat Scrappiness and I really like it, and aren’t these the prettiest colors?
When you see the Inspiration photo, what do you think of? The colors are so vibrant that I almost went full on rainbow. We hope you are inspired to join us this week. ~MarDi
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