I die-cut the poinsettias in three sizes and layered them to create two different sized flowers. I added a bit of sparkle to the centers, although that doesn't show in the photo. I adhered them to a die-cut oval mesh and added a simple sentiment banner. I mounted the main elements over top of a dry embossed background (folder came with my Gemini Jr. die-cutting machine). I then popped the whole thing up onto a watercolour card base. I used the same watercolour paper for all the parts of the card so they matched ... it's a very lovely soft cream colour.
Here's a close-up ...
Stamps: Short & Sweet (SU! - retired)
Paper: Watercolour Paper (Arches 140 lb. cold press)
Ink: Lindy's Magicals (pretty in pink); Brushed Corduroy
Accessories & Tools: Water mister, Layered Poinsettia die (Penny Black); Floral Oval Etched dies (Spellbinders), Flourish Embossing Folder (Gemini), stylus and mat for shaping, diamond dust
Challenges:
Jingle Belles - Pink Christmas For the Cure!
This is so pretty Loll. The poinsettias look fabulous with the splash watercoloring. You know after learning few techniques from you, I have been incorporating them so much in my cards. I see your cards, doing similar techniques a little differently and it makes me stop and take notice of it ... see how Loll plays, a little differently every time!
ReplyDeleteOh, Loll, this is absolutely GORGEOUS! I think the splash watercolor technique worked beautifully with your Poinsettia's and I love the oval mesh! I also love how you added texture with your embossed background...WOW! The recipient of this card is going to feel very special indeed!
ReplyDeleteI love pink spotted poinsettias and these are precious, Loll! The mesh oval and embossing are so pretty for the flowers to show on! Love the texture of the watercolor paper too. So much texture and dimension!
ReplyDeleteLove that oval mesh background ... and such gorgeous blooms ... thanks so much for sharing your PINK with us at Jingle Belles.
ReplyDeleteLove the splashed poinsettias. They look fabulous against the die cut mesh and embossed background.
ReplyDeleteThis one is pure elegance, from the beautifully formed flowers to the gorgeous embossed background and lattice oval! That folder makes the paper look like a textured paper. Love the variegated colors on your poinsettias too. How cool that you got that many layers on two different sizes. Love this.
ReplyDeleteStunning creation Loll, I am so loving the pale pink poinsettia petals so eye-catching. As is the whole design.
ReplyDeleteA really beautiful card. Love the pink poinsettia in real life, too. [Bunny]
ReplyDeleteSpectacular texture and dimension on your card, Loll. The pink poinsettia are lovely and the oval mesh is to die for. ;)
ReplyDeleteOh, my! So very lovely with the pink poinsettias!!
ReplyDeleteOMG, Loll...Every single detail is absolutely gorgeous. Love your dry embossed background, oval grid die cut embellished with your Beautiful die cut splash watercolored layered Pink poinsettias. TFS your beauty, my friend. Hugs..Nancy
ReplyDeleteAnother "Wow" card, Loll! I love it! Your splash watercoloured Magical pink poinsettias are so pretty. And the oval mesh window and the dry embossed panel in the background generate so much interest and dimension in an elegant way. The watercolor paper's soft cream color and the subtle texture add warmth to the card.
ReplyDeleteHideko xx
Love that splash background for the poinsettia and that die background cut looks amazing :)
ReplyDeleteOh Loll I have fallen in love with this card. It's simply beautiful. Love the splashed pink poinsettia and that oval mesh is perfect. Then there is the gorgeous embossed background. Great old SU sentiment choice. It's a beauty.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty Christmas card Loll love the colours
ReplyDeleteAnne
Your pink poinsettias look so pretty and feminine, and I love the embossing in the background xx
ReplyDeleteYour pink Poinsettia's are SO pretty Loll and I love the splash technique you used to make them look variegated! I love how you layered them for more dimension too and they look FABULOUS against that die cut oval! Lovely, lovely card my friend!! :0)
ReplyDeleteI love the pink. What beauties.
ReplyDeleteI too love pink and your card is just lovely. You design such wonderful cards and it is a pleasure reading your blog. Thanks for updating your story. May the good news continue!
ReplyDeleteSublime, there is so much texture and interest in this piece. The pink poinsettias are truly amazing against the oval grid. This card is very special and elegant xx
ReplyDeleteThe pink poinsettia florals are so lovely with the variegated coloring. You also picked a beautiful mesh oval to show them off, and I do like the embossing pattern too. The linen texture of the paper is SO pretty! (I'm off to look for that die, as ovals are my fav shapes!) TFS
ReplyDeleteWhat a glorious textural card Loll - love your pink poinsettias!
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Maxine
Loll this card is so very beautiful. Yes that splash technique looks stunning on those variegated poinsettias. Loving your layout and how you have built up the layering effect, whilst keeping it beautifully elegant and the texture looks amazing. One stand out card x
ReplyDeleteFab poinsettias Loll. Stunning card. x
ReplyDeleteohhhhhhhh what an amazingly lovely and elegant card! every single element is just so perfectly right! such an awesome card for our PINK XMAS gallery at JINGLE BELLES! ♥
ReplyDeleteSoft and so pretty, Loll ... the splashy poinsettia leaves are fabulous in that delicate pink! Hugs, Anita :)
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love! Your pink poinsettias are stunning , Loll! The splash watercolour technique gave so much gorgeous texture. That embossing folder is fabulous and what a bonus that it came with your Gemini, too. Oh and did I mention I LOVE this?! Amazing job my friend! 🤗
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