Flamingos for Men? Yep, It Works!

Funny retirement card featuring three blue flamingos and the sentiment "Quitter! I mean, Happy Retirement." Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com.

This fun and easy retirement card is perfect for sending a little humor to someone’s way! Using the Flamingle into Retirement stamp set by Unity Stamp Company, I created a quirky, masculine card design that will have everyone smiling. If you want to see how quickly this card comes together, check out my JAM Sesh video. It is fun to watch!

Funny retirement card featuring three blue flamingos and the sentiment "Quitter! I mean, Happy Retirement." Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com.

Just A Minute {JAM} Session Videos are short videos with simple ideas or techniques to help spark your creativity. These quick ideas do not require much explanation, but seeing them in action can be the perfect inspiration you need for your next project. Watch it on YouTube.


Featured Unity Supplies

Flamingle into Retirement
Flamingle into Retirement

USC
Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies
Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies

USC

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Ombré Flamingos

Funny retirement card featuring three blue flamingos and the sentiment "Quitter! I mean, Happy Retirement." Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com.

This witty retirement card flips the traditional flamingo on its head with a blue color palette, making it perfect for men. Although, pink flamingos are fantastic for men too!

I stamped that funny flamingo three times to create an ombré effect that stands out against the crisp white scalloped panel. The bold sentiment adds a playful punch of humor. What I love about this card is how fast it is to make, while still packing a ton of personality!

Funny retirement card featuring three blue flamingos and the sentiment "Quitter! I mean, Happy Retirement." Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com.

What Makes This Card Special:

  • Stamp Positioning Tool: I used a stamp positioning tool, like a MISTI, to perfectly align the flamingos in two shades of blue, giving the card that fun, layered look. It also allows for repeat stamping for an even impression.
  • Masculine Color Palette: Who says flamingos can’t be for guys? The blend of light and dark blues brings a fresh, masculine vibe to this traditionally feminine bird. Gina K Ink colors: Ocean Mist, Blue Lagoon, In the Navy.
  • Quick & Easy Layout: With a few simple layers and clean lines, this card comes together in no time, making it ideal for last-minute projects!
  • Playful Sentiment: This sentiment delivers just the right amount of humor for a retirement card that’s bound to make them laugh. So many great sentiments in this stamp set.

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Thank you for joining me today. I sincerely hope that today’s project inspires you. If you create something, feel free to tag me, @dahlhousedesigns, on social media as I would be thrilled to see it!

Supplies

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Flamingle into Retirement
Flamingle into Retirement

USC
Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies
Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies

USC
Hammermill Cardstock
Hammermill Cardstock

AMZ
Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon

SB | OTH
In the Navy
In the Navy

SB | OTH
Ocean Mist
Ocean Mist

SB | OTH

Most Used Tools

MISTI - Original
MISTI – Original

SB | SSS
MISTI - Original - Black
MISTI – Original – Black

SB
MISTI - Mini
MISTI – Mini

SB | SSS
Foam Roll Combo Pack
Foam Roll Combo Pack

SB
Foam Roll - 2 Inch
Foam Roll – 2 Inch

SB
Stamping Tool
Stamping Tool

SB
Grip Mat 6x6
Grip Mat 6×6

SB
Media Mat Mini
Media Mat Mini

SB | SSS
Mini Stencil Mat**
Mini Stencil Mat**

SB
Multi-Use Mat
Multi-Use Mat

SB
Cutter Bee Scissors
Cutter Bee Scissors

SB | SSS
Reverse Tweezers
Reverse Tweezers

SB
Glossy Accents
Glossy Accents

SB
Glue Bottle
Glue Bottle

SB
Connect Glue
Connect Glue

SB
Blending Brushes
Blending Brushes

AMZ
Mini Blending Brushes
Mini Blending Brushes

AMZ
Finger Blending Brushes
Finger Blending Brushes

AMZ
Jewel Picker
Jewel Picker

AMZ
Rhinestone Pencil
Rhinestone Pencil

AMZ
Post It Note Tape
Post It Note Tape

AMZ
ATG Adhesive Tape
ATG Adhesive Tape

AMZ
Big Shot
Big Shot

SB
Mini Trimmer
Mini Trimmer

SB
White Pen
White Pen

AMZ
White Gel Pens
White Gel Pens

SB | AMZ | EH
Artist-Tac Micro Dot Adhesive
Artist-Tac Micro Dot Adhesive

AMZ
T rulers
T rulers

AMZ
Glass Mat
Glass Mat

SB
1.5
1.5″ block

SB | OTH
Fiskars Trimmer
Fiskars Trimmer

AMZ | JO
Funny retirement card featuring three blue flamingos and the sentiment "Quitter! I mean, Happy Retirement." Designed by Lisa Arana dahlhouse-designs.com.

One Comment

  1. lostinpaper

    Brilliant in blue!! Love a repeat ombre (especially when they are flamingos) AND that fabulous sentiment!!

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