Monster Hugs

We've all heard of bear hugs,

but did you know that monster hugs are absolutely the best beast?

 As far as monsters go, this chap is pretty cool, not too scarey 

and just waiting for a hug.

It's been a few months since I participated in a challenge

however when I saw the theme on The Sisterhood of Snarky Stampers

was "M is for Monster", I knew he would be perfect.
If you want to join in the fun, click on the above link.


 

 I came across the background which I had pre-done some time ago,

while I was playing around with distress inks on watercolour paper. 

 Then it was a matter of colouring my monster in tones that would stand out

from the background.

 

I used various Prismacolor pencils, blending here and there

and adding highlights where needed.

The bowtie spots and the buttons on his shirt are Gelly Glaze pens

which when dry, give a slightly raised finish.

His glasses were done with Glossy Accents, as were the sentiment.

I found a piece of dark purple card to use as a mat, 

which was adhered to a folded white card.

Stamps

Paper Artsy - ZA03

AALL & Create - #53

Happy Crafting!