Mike Funke is my Guest Stamper today. I have noticed more and more men indulging in the art of stamping for the same reasons many women do–both relaxation and the pure enjoyment of spending time making something artistic and special. Let's give it up for Mike (a brave soul) by leaving your comments at the end of this post.
Mike has a clean style and an eye for color. Can this guy tie ribbon with perfection or what? The card interior (below) is delightful, too.
Card Stock: Whisper White, Regal Rose
Stampin' Write Markers: Regal Rose, Yoyo Yellow, Green Galore
Stamp sets: Simple Wishes, Sweet Little Sentiments, Crazy for Cupcake, Smarty Pants
Cuttlebug Swiss Dots Embossing Folder
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This is a really great card! I like the colors and all the extras, like the embossed dots and the green ribbon. The inside of the card reminds me of a store bought card and makes me feel guilty for not stamping the inside of my cards more often. Thanks for the inspiration, Mike!
Well does he have a blog or web site??
Mike you rock! I love all the details, TFS! 😀
I love this card! Way to go Mike!
Terrific Mike! You have a wonderful design sense as well as terrific style, composition and execution. Thanks for sharing the creativity and inspriation so bravely with the Estrogen crowd!
Hugs and blessings – Jean
As others have already said, that coloring inside the balloon is perfect! I was sure you’d used an Aqua Painter, but it’s just markers?! Keep up the good work!
Mike, your card is gorgeous! I really enjoyed that you completed the card by decorating the inside in such a fun way. Wish I could see more of your work.
Jackie M.
Great card, Mike!
What beautiful work Mike! I think there is hope of my husband sitting down and creating with me someday….until then I’ll have to stick to checking out all Mike has to create. Excellent coloring!
What a wonderful card – go Mike!
Hey ladies, look out we have some real competition with Mike. What a lovely card and I love you attention to detail. I have a son-in-law who does a great job on cards as well, but not as good as Mike’s. Thanks for letting us share your artwork. Send Mary some more so we can case them.lol
Great job coordinating the various stamp sets and using the space perfectly. Love all the techniques and materials you were able to incorporate. You did a bang-up job! Keep up the good work…
Shannon
Mike, Sweet card! Love the colors of the cupcakes, and you tie a bow better then ME!
Way to go MIKE! Awesome card.
go mike!!! go mike!!! go mike!!!!
your card is great! thanks for sharing with us 🙂
Really, really nice–simple and yet good detail too. Keep up the good work!
WOW! This is so cute!!!! Awesome work, Mike!!!
It’s a wonderful card. Congratulations on your talent.
Awesome card, Mike. Wish I could tie ribbon as well as you!
Awesome! Just returned from Physical Theraphy and need to rest… saw your card and I wanna work….but I need to rest…thanks for sharing.. that was beautiful! Keep it up! You’ve got a great gift!
Mike, I’m impressed. This card is soooo professional looking. I especially like the way you did the inside of the card; I love how the balloon looks!!! I would love to receive a card that looks like this, NICE JOB.
Beautiful card!
GREAT JOB! I envy your skills; the card is beautiful and love the fact you stamped on the inside too!
Great technique on everything! I love how you went the extra mile on the inside…looks very professional. I’m lucky to get a card FRONT done!
Mike- Great card! I, too, love the fact that you finished the inside of the card (well, both insides) with such attention to detail and funness! Mary Jo
Terrific card, Mike. No surprise you can tie a great ribbon! My DH was always in charge of tying the girls’ hair bows and pinafore bows. Keep up the great work!
Great job. I have tried to involve my husband in my craft and have almost convinced him to help me cut cardstock for an upcoming camp. I will have to show him your project.
Gorgeous card, Mike! I always tell my dh he’d be better at it than I am because he has that artist’s eye. I’m always asking his advice.
The inside is very cute and your bow is perfect!!
The whole card is great but the shading on that balloon, in particular, is phenomenal! Way to go!
Mike, good for you! I love the inside! I usually leave the inside undecorated, but now I think I might add a little something in there at times! Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful..inside and out. My hubby dabbles in stamping as well, and makes me cards!
I love your clean and simple style!
What a brave soul! Thank you for sharing your lovely card and maybe inspiring some other men in the process.
Mike, I love your card. You are not alone. My husband also loves to make cards and scrapbook. He is a former teacher (now principal). This is now his version of a classroom bulletin board. My favorite is “borrowing” all of his great paper and embelishments. You have a real gift. Enjoy it with pride.
Terrylee
Wonderful card Mike!!! Love all your details! You have to share more!!!
I absolutely love your card! A very elegant and polished card. I would love to see more of your creations. Thank you for sharing.
I love it, Mike1 The inside of your balloon is colored perfectly!
Nice Job Mike! Clean lines, but certainly not plain. love the inside, the little extra touches really finish it off nicely! a really pretty card.
Hugs,
Heidi
Wonderful work, Mike! Well done!
Wow, this is very pretty, love how he decorated the inside of the card. Great, Great Job.
smallcity
That’s an awesome card, Mike! I love how clean and colourful it looks 🙂
Love the card, Mike. I especially love the inside and it makes me feel guilty for always leaving the insides undone. No more!
Keep stamping, guy.
Fantastic work, Mike! This is one of the best cards I have seen.
Excellent work Mike! I love the fact that this card does some serious mileage for so many different recipients. It’s perfect for mailing, too, without dropping more $ and a special trip to the Post Office. Kudos for the inside as well. I have been trying to finish the inside sentiment panel of my cards, but had not thought to do the flip side of the front. I leave here with great inspiration! Thanks again and best wishes to you!
Mike,
I think you made a beautiful card inside and outside! I love it! Thank you for sharing and I would love to see more!
Missy
What a fine contribution!! Clean, crisp, simple, under stated. Way to think outside the box, too. The inside of your card is every bit as fetching as the outside and together, the effect is synergistic. Excellent job!! Thanks for sharing your talent with us, Mike!!
Mike what a cute card…love how you finished the inside. Exactly what I do! Your work is very professional looking. Your wife and family must be very proud of you!
WOW – Mike – this is one beautiful b-day card inside and out!!! Love all the white space 🙂
What a great card, Mike! I love the touches on the inside – thanks for the inspiration today!
I love this card! The inside is adorable. You can bet I’ll be stamping more inside my cards. It gives it such a finished look. I look forward to seeing more of you work. Wendy
I love this card – Mike – I want to see more!
Great job, Mike! Love the clean lines of this card and the inside is delightful.
Mike, Such a cute card and I just love the inside. It really gives the card a finished look and I for one need to take the time to do the inside from now on.
Jacque