This set of 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" note cards features two designs combining my hand-cut block prints with commercial rubber stamps on smooth uncoated 70 lb. cover stock.
I also offer these cards as singles and in smaller sets. See all the variations by searching "valentine linocut" http://www.etsy.com/shop/PortraitsOfAnimals/search?search_query=linocut++valentine&order=date_desc&view_type=gallery&ref=shop_search.
PINK, VIOLET AND MAGENTA CARDS
A single kitty entitled "Sunshine and Flowers" printed in magenta says "MEOW!" stamped in magenta with a commercial rubber stamp. Inside "You're PURRRFECT" is stamped in magenta with a commercial rubber stamp.
Two kitties cuddling for a bath say "You're PURRRFECT" stamped in magenta with a commercial rubber stamp. Inside "MEOW!" is stamped in magenta with a commercial rubber stamp.
RED CARDS
A single kitty entitled "Sunshine and Flowers" printed in magenta says "MEOW!" stamped in purple with a commercial rubber stamp. Inside "You're PURRRFECT" is stamped in purple with a commercial rubber stamp.
Two kitties cuddling for a bath say "You're PURRRFECT" stamped in purple with a commercial rubber stamp. Inside "MEOW!" is stamped in purple with a commercial rubber stamp.
On the back of all the cards I've stamped in purple ink the name of the series of block prints, my logo and my name and contact information.
Each set comes with Soft Pink 70 lb. text weight acid-free envelopes which are inkjet/laser compatible. The set of six, including three each of the two designs, are packed in a clear-top vinyl greeting card box.
ABOUT THE ART: TABBIES LINOLEUM BLOCK PRINTS
The stripes made me do it! The clarity of tabby cat stripes as they outline a cat's features and define its shape has always been an inspiration for more graphic designs.
These cards were block printed, a technique wherein the artist carves the surface of a piece of linoleum, leaving raised areas which will become the image. Ink is rolled onto these raised areas, then a piece of paper is pressed against the block and when it's lifted away the ink remains, leaving the image on the paper.
These two designs are from a set of four, and have always had a sweet and cuddly feel to me. I’d always printed these in natural earth tones but have been planning to print them in bright colors on brightly-colored paper as well.
These Valentine cards are also available in other colors and in mixed sets.I also offer these cards as singles and in smaller sets. See all the variations by searching "valentine linocut" http://www.etsy.com/shop/PortraitsOfAnimals/search?search_query=linocut++valentine&order=date_desc&view_type=gallery&ref=shop_search. Please explore my shop here on Etsy.
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