I colored the image with Prismacolor pencils and odorless mineral spirits, plus Copics for her face, hands, and legs. I've heard of people combining the 2 mediums and I was afraid they would look funny together, but after doing it here I can say that it looks fine.
I added 2 micro pearls for her hair bands, but unfortunately they kind of look like earrings so I don't think I'll add them again in the future!
Here's a close shot with flash so you can see that I glitter-fied the balloon (I just can't stop adding that Stardust glitter pen to everything I make!):
The sketch I used is a Jen del Muro Sketch For You To Try. I also played in a Pile It On challenge which was to use at least 2 different ribbons. My card also qualifies for the Stampin' for the Weekend challenge which was to use a digi stamp image. Whew! That's a lot of challenges for me on 1 card! I hope you like it and TFL!
Other materials used: sentiment - Papertrey Ink (Simple Little Things limited edition set); patterned paper - Fancy Pants (Key Lime collection); white cardstock - Georgia Pacific; Classic and Scalloped Rectangle Nestabilities; ribbons - May Arts; tiny pearls - MimiLolo Etsy store; button from stash.
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ReplyDeleteThe layout is fab, i love the distressed edges and think the way you have done your sentiment is just perfect....
ReplyDeleteDid i mention i so love this image lol reminds me of my daughter Samara really stunning card...
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Your image is adorable Maureen and your colouring is beautiful - I too love glitter, can never resist!
ReplyDeleteYour papers are gorgeous with the distressing and your ribbons are such pretty details.
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Nicola -x-
Love your card Maureen, it is just so sweet and the colour combo is beautiful. Love how you've coloured the image and the bling. Thanks for taking part in this weeks SFTW
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This is GORGEOUS!! I love the soft colors!
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Oh WOW!!!!! Maureen this is absolutely stunning, I love the pink/green colour comb and the way you have added the three panels then stitched them is fantastic, the image is adorable and coloured to perfection, love everything about this card, well done and many thanks for taking part witht his weeks challenge over at SFTW, good luck xx vicki xx
ReplyDeleteHi there Maureen.
ReplyDeleteGreat card. The colours are gorgeous and that digi stamp is adorable! I think her pearl drop bobbles are fine. I wouldnt worry. I really do envy those who can use a sewing machine. Lovely stitching detail!
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maureen,
ReplyDeletethis card is just stunning girl!!!!! btw. I love the pearls on her little tails... I immediately thought they were awesome use of the pearls...
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Beautiful card, Maureen! Lovely soft colours and fabulous papers you have used, I love the distressed edges. The image is cute and fantastically coloured.I like the two micro pearls which you added to the image, they look just fine to me! :)
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Vanja
Awe! this card is adorable I love that image and the 2 mediums look great together. I also love the sparkly balloon :)
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X Amy X
So soft and cozy lookinng - this makes me feel like a little girl - and I love it!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely adore the colours you have used here. The image is so cute and beautifully coloured. The whole card is so soft and feminine.
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What a really sweet image Maureen, and you've colored her magnificently. I'm glad you tried out two mediums for your coloring, I always like to mix different mediums on a card, depending on what look I want to achieve. Love the soft pastels of your papers and great use of the ribbons. And you can never have too much glitter on a card, it's nice to have some sparkle.
ReplyDeleteThank you for participating in the "Stampin' for the Weekend" challenge this week.. Good luck and we hope you'll continue to join in on the challenges on a weekly basis. Have a lovely day.
Donna xx
This is beautiful, I love the colors and the image is gorgeous!! Coloring and the sparkle to the image looks great :) Thanks for joining us at SFTW this week :)
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