With Mother’s Day right around the corner, The Paper Players are hosting a timely Theme Challenge: Mother. I have shared numerous times that my mother loved flowers, so it only seemed appropriate for me to reach for a floral set. Now if this set looks unfamiliar to you, it’s because it is a sneak peek from the new Stampin’ Up! catalog…a Hostess set called Bloom with Hope. Bloom with Hope is perfect for watercoloring, and I was wanting a set on which to practice with the new Blendabilities, available when the new catalog goes live June 2nd. I hope you enjoy today’s card.
The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips: Blendabilities
This finished card measures 4-1/4″ wide by 5-1/2″ long.
- Keeping it simple! To allow the beauty of the blossoms to take center stage, I kept the background simple. Whisper White allows the gorgeous colors to “pop”. The diamond texture was created with the Simply Scored Diagonal Plate, while the Delicate Designs Textured Impressions Embossing Folder adds a decidedly feminine touch.
- A beautiful bow! The new 3/8″ Stitched Satin Ribbon, gorgeous in the new In Color, Mossy Meadow, has enough firmness to form absolutely stunning bows! A few strategically placed glue dots hold the ribbon in position.
- A beautiful bouquet! Images from the Bloom with Hope set were stamped multiple times with Tuxedo Black Memento Ink. The leaves were tinted with Old Olive Blendabilities, while the flowers were colored with Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie, and Rich Razzleberry Blendabilities. Of course, a few pearls make “pearl-fect” centers!
Blendabilities make coloring sooo easy! I can’t wait to start my new tutorial series featuring them. What do you think of today’s card? Won’t you let me know in today’s comment? Your comments are important to me. Of course, if you have any questions about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Until next time…
The Paper Players Design Team
Stamp Set: Bloom with Hope; Ink: Tuxedo Black Memento; Blendabilities: Rich Razzleberry, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie, Old Olive, Color Lifter; Tools: Big Shot, Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Delicate Designs Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Simply Scored Diagonal Plate, Ovals Collection Framelits; Glitz and Glam: Mossy Meadow 3/8″ Stitched Satin Ribbon, Pearls
Oh, Ann, you’ve created such a gorgeous card, yet again! Thank you.
Anne. You are awesome. Love the use of three embossing methods in one card…worth CASEing! I am a real groupie of yours. Best wishes. Pat S.
Very pretty, Ann. Beautiful coloring, as always. You really are the queen of blending! I love this bouquet on a card and the color choices are so perfect for Mother’s Day.
Hugs
Jaydee
Wowza Ann, this is a stunner! Fabulous way to showcase the Blendabilities marketers and all the texture makes for one gorgeous backdrop to this lovely bouquet!
OMG Ann! This card is gorgeous! I have been away from my computer for so long due to personal problems…I just love this card, everything…you are an amazing stamper and I am so glad I am your follower! Thank you so much for your inspiration and sharing! All I can say is “WOW”!!!
Oh, Ann! This is gorgeous! I love the dry embossing!
Just gorgeous, Ann! I love the embedded detail and the delicate strip of pearls. Wow!
Your card is stunning. I love the new flower set that will be coming in June to Stampin’UP! Is the fancy embossing folder new as well? It is lovely. Thank you for sharing your beautiful works of art with us Ann.
Mary
Stunning card Ann.Very pretty floral bouquet and such wonderful coloring and the way you done the ribbon bow…………Awesome
Who needs real flowers when you receive this card. Gorgeous Ann. Waiting to get me hands on those blendabilities.
Oh my!!! That is simply breathtaking! Although my favorite parts are all the white background elements, the bow and flowers are magnificent too.
Beautiful card Ann! Exquisite colouring on the flowers which really stand out against the white background and love the statement bow – the new ribbon looks gorgeous!
Truly a work of art, Ann. I was on the fence about the pre-order of that set but you are swaying me in that direction. The Blendabilities look like they will be a welcome addition to the tool box. TFS this lovely card!
Gorgeous bouquet and beautiful coloring.
Stunning!!!!!! Love your colors and the ribbon….fabulous!! I will be ordering this stamp set….love it more now!
Stunning! I love the flowers, and especially the bow. The color is perfect.
Very pretty! I can’t wait to get my own stuff to play with! Love how you have the ribbons cascading down the card…truly beautiful!
Coming back for a second look at this gorgeous creation… The background is so pretty with it’s white on white layers, scoring and pearls, and would be the foundation for an amazing white on white card, too!
It is so so beautiful , Ann ! How wonderful these flowers are painted and the interesting background makes the card absolutely stunning ! Greetings, Anita from craftsfunwithanita.blogspot.de
The perfect mother’s day card for sure! I love the flower images and your colouring as well as the ribbon and your mixture of embossing folders. Simply stunning. TFS Ann!
The first word that comes to mind is Stunning! Can’t wait to see what is being offered in the up and coming catalogue.
what a beautiful card this is…. I love the colors in the flowers… I’m thinking I’m gonna have to have ALL of the blendabilities….lol. ty for sharing your creativity…..
Ann, this is truly one of your most beautiful creations! LOVE the background pieces, the bouquet, ribbon, etc., etc., etc.! Your mom is smiling down from Heaven saying, “Yes, that is my amazingly talented daughter!” Looking forward to playing with some of the Blendabilities. As always, visiting your site is balm to the soul! Have a wonderful Sunday. Hugs
Gorgeous!
Your card joyfully sings “spring”. It sounds like the new catalog is going to be filled with some wonderful new product lines. I am really looking forward to June 2nd.
Oh my! This is just stunning! I can’t wait to get the new markers! TFS!
Ann!
What a beautiful card – the colors are beautiful and blend very nicely. I, too am looking forward to viewing all of the goodies in the new catalog.
Gorgeous, gorgeous and gorgeous. Great job with the blendabilities. Love the color combo. The ribbon is so interesting with being able to form it. Thanks so much for sharing with us!
Absolutely gorgeous Ann! LOVE IT! 🙂
Wow! Anyone would love this card! Your coloring is outstanding~
Stunning! Simply Stunning!!!
Gorgeous blossoms! 😍
Ann, I couldn’t wait until this card posted so I could comment! Wow! What a breathtaking bouquet you created, between the exquisite coloring, perfect fussy cutting and fabulous bow. This work of art should be framed!
This card is lovely Ann, but your cards always are lovely. I can’t wait to get my Blendabilities so I can play with them.
These are beautiful and the new green is fabulous. And it sounds like I better save for blendabilities! You know I’m going to want to try it out, lol.
Breathtaking Ann! What a beautiful flower bouquet. The new markers sure are striking on a stamp set like this! Wow! The ribbon is gorgeous as well. I love all the embossed details hiding in the background. Sure makes for a stunning presentation! Have a wonderful Sunday.