It’s Thursday, and time to play with the Pals at Pals Paper Arts! This week’s color challenge is bright and white: Gumball Green, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White. I inked up the Backyard Basics set, and had fun watercoloring the Floral image using both Blender Pens and Aqua Painters. Enjoy!
The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips: Watercoloring
This finished card measures 4-1/4″ wide by 5-1/2″ inches long.
- Lovin’ the lilies! The Floral image from Backyard Basics was stamped with Jet Black StazOn onto Whisper White cardstock. They were watercolored using both Blender Pens and Aqua Painters. Pumpkin Pie ink was used for the petals, while Gumball Green was used for the stems and leaves. Tip: Use Aqua Painters for the main sections, and Blender Pens for the shading!
- Blessings! I love the 1920’s retro-looking font of the Blessings sentiment from the Take Care stamp set. Although I originally designed this card to be a sympathy card, it is actually very versatile, depending upon how you decorate the inside. Since I don’t finish the interiors of my cards until they are sent, this could become: Blessings…on your birthday; Blessings…get well soon; Blessings…I am thinking of you, and more.
- Patterns and textures! The banners, made from Pumpkin Pie patterns from the Polka Dot Parade and Quatrefancy Designer Series Paper collections, work so well together. United by color, the subtle pattern of the larger banner does not clash with the small banner. Notice how the pattern of the Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder coordinates with the pattern of the smaller banner, while the circle pattern of the larger banner mimics the circular focal image. In addition, the flagged end of the sentiment ties right in with the two banners.
Don’t you love this layout? It is one that I have used several times. It’s classy and clean, and is perfect for showcasing a pretty image. And what do you think of this week’s color combination? Won’t you let me know in your comment today? Your comments are important to me. Of course, if you ever have a question about the techniques I use, or the cards I create, I am only an email away. Until next time…
(So many of you have emailed me asking about Lexi. Amy’s vet gave Lexi a thorough examination, including blood work, on Monday. As of Tuesday, she has been able to keep small amounts of medicated prescription food down. She has no temperature, is not dehydrated, and is in good spirits, wanting to play! )
Stamp Sets: Backyard Basics, Take Care; Inks: Gumball Green, Pumpkin Pie, Soft Sky, Jet Black StazOn; Designer Series Paper: Polka Dot Parade, Quatrefancy Specialty; Cardstock: Whisper White, Gumball Green; Tools: Big Shot, Circles Collection Framelits, Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Paper Snips, Blender Pens, Aqua Painters, Stampin’ Dimensionals; Glitz and Glam: Pearls Basic Jewels
Behind, yet again! Funny how it only takes a day to find myself way behind…guess getting caught up currently does not help….anyway, your card is fabulous – love your painting and though I would not choose this color combination but love what you and others have done with it…..and you inspire me to get that set out and use it….love inspiration!
Gorgeous Ann! Watercolor perfection!
this is realy pretty Ann-love the colroing you did on the flowers-great color combo as well
I really like this layout Ann. And you gave those colors a good showing. Love it.
When I emailed you yesterday I had no idea what you were making for this color challenge. When I saw your card I smiled……..I used the same stamp set. Love your card!
Love the bright springy colors, Ann; another wonderful card! So glad Lexi is doing better; bet she was missing her mom! Hugs
Great L/O and beautiful flowers. Love the embossing and touch of pearls.
Glad to hear Lexi is on the mend.
Ann, it’s been awhile since I’ve commented on your work, but this card just blew me away!! It is gorgeous!
Ann, this is just so delicate and lovely. A perfect Easter card.
I think this is my favourite card of yours, but I love all of your cards. This is just so special, the colouring is exquisite. I wish I lived near you to get some lessons. Maybe you could do a video? – Naomi Cramb
Did you use the blender pen with the Soft Sky color? or did you use the Soft Sky Marker only? I don’t know how to make a shadow around the object. I love how you used these colors.
Thank You
JUST beautiful and matching our very warm day today–I think it’s going to be 80! You inspire me to get those Aqua Painters going!!
Wow the talent bottled up in you is endless. Eye candy for me every visit. Still on vacation but couldn’t resist commenting. Have a wonderful creative day Ann. Nicole
Wow the talent bottled up in you is endless. Eye candy for me every visit. Still on vacation but couldn’t resist commenting. Have a wonderful creative day Ann. Nicole
Ann this is just so pretty! Love the colors and the layout is SO perfect to show off that stamp.
Hugs
PS: glad Lexi is on the mend.
MsAnn another BEAUITIFUL card !!!
Tfs love your style !!
Hugs frenchie
Fur hugs to you and Lexi. I’m glad Lexi is doing better and wanting to play. That is a good sign.
You really rocked this challenge. When I saw the colors, first thought goes to Halloween. Great job on choosing lilies. I love the banners and the papers you used. This is where I struggle. Two patterned papers together. And, of course, I love the pearl placement. So very nicely done!
by the way Ann, Congratulations on your 5 years with Stampin’ Up!
yup likin’ the layout AND that color combination is gorgeous 😉
sending puppy get well wishes to lexi with hopes she gets better soon …
Very pretty! You are a wonder with those aqua painters and blender pens! xoxo to Lexi!
Beautiful card Ann!! I can’t wait until I start seeing my Lilies around my place spring up!! That will mean we are finally thawing out around here!! LOL!
I love the colors and the patterned papers you used for your card. The Pearls adds that “Ann’s touch” and is perfect! The Lattice EF gives it a perfect textured background. And I love the “Blessings” sentiment font!! I can’t wait to get my hands on the Banners Framelits Dies which is on it’s way! Once again, your card is beautiful!!! 🙂
BTW, sending well wishes for Lexi!!
Fabulous card Ann. I’m amazed at how you were able to bring those colors together.
The textures are also fantastic.
Beautiful! Your water color on Whisper White is very good! Glad to hear Lexi is getting better. How are the twins doing? Would love to hear an update on them.
So elegant! You did a great job working with a very challenging color combo!
Love your beautiful card.
So happy to hear little Lexi is feeling better. I am hoping she is getting better by every moment. We don’t like our furbabies sick. I know how that feeling makes yourself kind of sick too because we our so helpless.
Beautiful! After yellow/green/white, I think orange/green/white is my favorite combination. Great layout too. Another winner, as always. Great to hear Lexi is mending, bet you can’t wait to get her home!
Gorgeous card as always, Ann!! Love the layout and the colors and the way you created a shadow on those flowers, truly awesome. I’m glad Lexi is feeling a lot better, keep us posted about how she’s doing.
Love the layout and your card is Gorgeous Ann.
Good to hear that little Lexi is on the mend and getting back to her same ole self. Eating and playing is a good sign.
Enjoy your day and hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day
Love this card. You are right about the layout. It is a classic!
Ann so glad to hear Lexi is on the mend….please keep us posted! Love your card today..the colors and the layout are awesome!