Hi everyone. I'm back with two cards using one of the new releases at Penny Black, called Blooms (31-064) with matching die-cuts, In Bloom cut out (51-824).
I'm again following one of Jill Foster's video, Permission to Play #4. She uses the hexagon frame for her card samples, but I'm using the same sketch, only substituting circles. I started with the background, cutting two panels (4 1/4" x 5 1/2") and die-cutting a circle from each one (different sizes). Both card fronts (and circles) were then run though my Gemini Jr. to dry emboss with Variegated embossing folder (65-008) using Bermuda Bay card stock. I used a light touch of sponging over the raised design with the matching colour of ink.
I stamped both images from the Blooms stamp set onto mixed media paper in Watering Can Archival ink (Ranger) ... it's a dark gray and I love the colour. I watercoloured both images in the same colours of Distress Re-inkers (Picked Raspberry, Mustard Seed, Shabby Shutters, Peeled Paint), and then used the matching dies to cut them out.
The first card uses the card front with the smaller cut circle. I placed the daisies so the edge of the stems are inside the circle and the flowers are popped up. I added a small die-cut sentiment in white (Heartfelt - 51-093).
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Sending the first card to the following challenges:
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The second card uses the larger circle cut out, popped up on foam for added dimension, with the second flower die-cut and popped up on top. For the sentiment, I used Shining Wishes (Stick and Shine - 15-017) and added turquoise foil over top. I love the shine! :)
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I had fun making these cards! :)
Sending the second card to the following challenges:
Thanks for stopping by!
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Stamps: Blooms (Penny Black)
Paper: White card stock (Neenah 110 lb.); Mixed Media (Strathmore 140 lb.); Bermuda Bay (SU!)Ink: Watering Can Archival (Ranger); Distress Inks: Picked Raspberry, Mustard Seed, Shabby Shutters, Peeled Paint, Evergreen Bough (Tim Holtz)
Accessories: In Bloom cut out (Penny Black); Variegated embossing folder (Penny Black); Shining Wishes (Stick and Shine) Penny Black, Watercolour brushes, sponge, white acrylic pen (Posca)
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Twofers are always great and yours are beautiful, Loll.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful embossing, flowers, and water coloring, Loll!
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Both cards are wonderful! I loved Jill's series of videos, and know I'll be using those sketches. Your two are gorgeous examples of how to use them. Love your watercoloring.
ReplyDeleteLove the texture and the bright summery colors on these two pretty blossom beauties, Lolly! The blushing yellow with the schparkly sediment is especially delightful! Thanks for linking again to NBUS! Hugs, Dolly
ReplyDeleteTwo lovely cards, and I love the flowers peeking out of both! Beautiful coloring!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards Loll - love your colouring of the blooms, and how you have showcased them against the circles
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Maxine
Who doesn't love a Twofer and these two are fab! The EF folder is one for my wish list I feel as I loved it when I watched the Jill Foster series. The lovely blue you chose for the embossed panel really sets off those flowers to perfection. :)
ReplyDeleteA fabulous Twofer using these two very pretty floral images from PB Loll, and so beautifully coloured. The design on the first with the wonderful leafy embossing on that glorious bright blue card with the contrasting white circle showing off the daises so well, and the Twofer using the leftover circle from the first for a much more CAS look is terrific too, and if I had to choose for me the second with the simpler look would just have the edge..lol. x
ReplyDeleteNo waste and two fabulous cards, Lolly! I love your pretty daisies popping out of the circle! The colors on the second card are so pretty against the embossed teal!
ReplyDeleteLove these, such great colours and two for the price of one. Can't be bad. Well done for using that circle straight away. I tend to leave it till later and then you know what happens....... Later never comes! xx
ReplyDeleteI like that you used the left over circle to make a second card! Two beauties, Loll!
ReplyDeleteHey you! Thanks for sending this over to us at The Flower Challenge! A second visit made me smile even bigger!
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Oh Loll, you've created beautiful CAS cards with cheerful colors. Thanks for playing along with us at The Beautiful Blossoms Challenge. We hope you'll share again soon.
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So much to LOVE on both of these cards Loll! First off I love the Bermuda Bay cs you used and embossed...such a stunning backdrop for both florals! And your lovely colored blooms on both cards are just delightful and will definitely make anyone smile and be tickled with such a lovely birthday card! Thanks so much for sharing these beauties with us at The Flower Challenge my friend...we always love seeing you in the gallery!! Hugs. :0)
ReplyDeleteA wonderful Twofer! Gorgeous cards and great colouring!
ReplyDeleteTwo beautiful cards using that wonderful colour combination of turquoise, pink, and yellow - so striking.
ReplyDeleteLove those flowers, Loll! Great layout and design! Thanks for sharing at STB!
ReplyDeleteThese cards are beautiful, Loll! I love the florals and foiled sentiment!
ReplyDeleteTwo beautiful cards Loll. Love how you used the pretty negative die cut circle from the first card on the second card. It really makes that lovely bloom shine. Love the colors too. Thanks for joining us at Seize the Birthday.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! The colors are so pretty and I love how they pop out of the opening in the first one. So glad that you shared it at the Beautiful Blossoms Challenge Blog. I hope you'll join us again next month.
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