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Sunday, 9 August 2026

Sunday Snippets - 'Beware of Dog' ATC

I made a super-fast ATC, using snippets and a NBUS stamp I've had for years:


I used:

- a snippet of black card trimmed to 3.5" x 2.5" for the ATC base

- trimmed a snippet of patterned card from the 'All & Create A6 #7' pack of Design papers to a smidgen smaller than the black ATC card

- stamped the dog and sentiment in one go onto the patterned card - using a small Misti platform and a little bit of mystery to sort of align it properly. The ink-pad is Clair's 'Nocturne' of course - could have done with more inkings but my arm was telling me off. The stamp is by Katlzekraft - called 'Dog 03 - Mimi 031'

- glued the two layers together 

- finished off by adhering three toning SU domed sticky back gems in the top left- hand corner

I do love this stamp and sentiment. Steve, our lovely postman saw Dudley on the stairs barking at him the other morning and wryly remarked with a chuckle 'Oh NO, it's that terrifying wild dog again!'  Hard to keep a straight face with a ball of protective white fluff kicking up a fuss, with his duck beside him!

I'd like to enter this ATC into the following challenges:

- Tag-along (and ATC's) August Challenge HERE - under 'Anything Goes'' 

- Darnell's NBUS Challenge #89 HERE - the Katzelkraft stamp is having a first outingl

The results from Sarn's Challenge #537 are now published in the Snippets Playground HERE. 

Dudley Pupdate: apart from car outings. playing endlessly in and out of the back garden whilst it's so hot and the doors are left open - Dudley is facing a new challenge. 

Recently I spotted that Dudley would sometimes stop just before using the low tapestry stool to jump onto our bed. Having watched for a while we agreed that he might benefit from a set of steps as our bed is quite high. So, we now have a gently sloping set of soft material covered foam stairs by the bed - and he's loving the training. For now we're not risking them at night but they are there during the day and the little monkey has worked out that little pieces of treats are used to coax him up and down each step. He CAN and also is able to do it. But, oh boy - he's deliberately making the most of extra treat nibbles right now! 

There's still a week left in my current Snippets Challenge if you haven't already joined in!

Love as always, Dudley and yours truly,




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11 comments:

  1. LesleyG9 August 2026 at 05:25

    What a fab mini artwork piece you created. The combination of the paper and stamp works so well, but I hope you’re resting your arm now. Dudley really has you well trained 😂, but it’s a good idea to make it easier for him.xxx

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  2. Sarn9 August 2026 at 05:50

    Super dog image - glad you gave it an outing on top of that lovely paper. Great ATC. Xxx

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  3. Aquarius9 August 2026 at 08:26

    Super stamp you unearthed from your collection - such a fun ATC. The Dudley dog is certainly a crafty little chap who obviously makes the most of every situation, bless 😊😊

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  4. Lia9 August 2026 at 10:37

    Oh, that stamp...!! Hilarious and so cute!
    Lia xx

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  5. Linby9 August 2026 at 11:04

    Oh this is adorable! Dudley certainly is one clever dog. Thanks also for sharing with us at Tag-along (and ATC's)

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  6. brenda10 August 2026 at 07:12

    Your ATC is a delight Di and it's so nice to have you join us at Tag-Along *and ATC's) challenge, many thanks for playing along. Pawy hugs from the girls for Dudley who would be envious if I read to them, but a Lab on the bed!

    B x

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  7. kiwimeskreations10 August 2026 at 09:25

    Loving this cute ATC Di - great work, despite the arm starting to swear at you!
    Dudley and my cat could be great friends - they both know how to get the maximum number of treats with minimal effort!!
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  8. Donna10 August 2026 at 15:41

    Darling ATC, great background and sweet image. Dudley seems so adorable!

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  9. Darnell10 August 2026 at 18:26

    That's such a cute ATC, Di!, and I love the background The sentiment clearly means "beware, this dog will lick you to death!" Just like ours would ~ they are not threatening at all, especially not Dudley with his duck beside him!🤣Thank you for inspiring everyone to use their NBUS! Hugs, Darnell xoxo

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  10. Pat13 August 2026 at 19:11

    This is a fun ATC Di and love that cute dog and perfect pp, and had to laugh at the tongue in cheek remark from the postman about Dudley...a paper tiger for sure..lol. x

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  11. Sandra H14 August 2026 at 15:25

    Ooh wow Di this is absolutely amazing l love the image and what a great background x

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