I also used a corner die that I picked up at Dies R Us for at least 70% off. I'm not certain, but I think they're closing out these Die-namites dies as the prices are still hugely slashed. You can almost always find something you like for 70% off. It makes a simple, unimposing frame for the colored image.
Pictured below are the Copics I used. I tried to limit the color palette, just switching around many of the same colors in different areas.
To create a soft, romantic look to the print I lightened somewhat and then put a softening filter on it.
This digi set includes the dogwood branch all by itself, so I went ahead and colored that one, too. The occasional sunny day we've had has really gotten me in the mood for fresh, light spring colors.
Have a beautiful day!
Card #1: Stamps: Power Poppy Graceful Still Life digi Paper: X-Press It Blending Card, So Saffron, white card base, Prima Julie Nutting designer paper Ink: Printer, Copics for coloring as pictured above Accessories: Pearl, Die-namites Scrolly Corner
Card #2: Stamps: Power Poppy Graceful Still Life digi (dogwood branch), My English Rose clear stamp set (sentiment) Paper: X-Press It Blending Card, Bazzill Springtime green Ink: Printer, SU Garden Green, Copics for coloring Accessories: Die-namites Scrolly Corner
23 comments:
Both cards are lovely! The soft colors really remind me of sunny days and warm temps. Spring is just around the corner here in the south and I do look forward to being outside more. Great coloring and I love the dies!
I'm in awe! Just looking at these makes me feel calm ... Which is a good thing today! Love love love your colouring! Especially that hat!
STUNNING! Both cards are beautiful! Such soft and soothing colours - a touch of spring! What a great purchase on that die, I love how you displayed it. Again using such a soft colour it blends so well with your image and just finishes it off perfectly. Your colouring always 'wows' me, love the green hat, and your dogwood branch - coloured again so perfectly. The bit of turquoise just makes the flowers pop. I'm off today, so need to work on some Easter card orders. Have a wonderful day Leslie, and again that's for inspiring me.
Everyone of your colored images is frame worthy. Just absolutely gorgeous. I love the green hat in the first composition and the die cuts are the perfect touch. Just beautiful.
beautiful!!! I see you got the green in BIG GRIN. Love those flowers, they are gorgeous. Have a great day
Well done using your NBUS, Leslie! Your coloring is always so professional and beautiful! Everything you do is frameable!! Hugs, Darnell
Oh, these have such a wonderful peaceful feel! Totally feminine and absolutely gorgeous! Your coloring always makes me just drool! And I love the die you used!
Omigosh, Leslie! These are the loveliest of cards....the loveliest! The colors are vibrant but soft. I especially love the dogwood card. (Am anxious for the dogwoods in Walla Walla to start blooming....next month.)
So gorgeous, Leslie - both of them! Beautiful images and beautiful coloring. And you always know the perfect thing to do with your dies:)
Whoever receives these cards will be squealing for joy Leslie! They are both so beautiful! Gorgeous coloring and designing... love them both!
forgot...I wanted to say I love how you tucked the panel in the corner die cut! I love doing that sort of thing too... just so elegant and adds just the perfect element to complement your image.
Gorgeous cards today Leslie, beautiful images and delicate colours you have used to create these feminine cards, wonderful stitching and love the corner die.
Hugs Pam x
Wow! These are both stunning! I really love the soft look of the colors and both are gorgeous images. When I lived up North, we had a dogwood tree and it was so beautiful. Guess I gotta check out those Dies!
Oh my it is so beautiful and light, amazing you can get such wonderful softness with markers! I love how you have used the corner die in both cards, you always have such great ideas of putting your cards together and having your dies compliment your stamping!!
Such delicate and pretty cards Leslie! I used to have a lovely dogwood tree years ago. It's gone now but these cards brought back a lovely memory...My girls used to climb that tree...and my son nailed it...that might be why it died :( The little booger! Anyway, these a lovely!!
What a beautiful way to welcome Spring, Leslie. Your coloring as always is Stunning. TFS my friend. Hugs..
Just beautiful Leslie...like a warm summer afternoon sipping ice tea on the porch! Cheers.
Sigh... makes me feel like I've just been in the garden, cutting my fresh flowers, and arranging them. I can smell the freshness, hear the bees keeping me company, and feel the delicate petals. Your artwork is always so incredible, Leslie - beautifully shaded. This time I like the intensity against the light pastels. The dogwoods are graceful and sweet! Both cards are beauties! Hoping you hare enjoying some special spring time weather. hugs, de
Whaaat? Oh such gorgeous beauties Leslie. I just love your soft color. I only have a certain amount of copics, just one combo for each color. I love the softer look.
Wow, both cards are stunning!! The coloring on these is absolutely breath taking...and how i love, love that hat!! You always make the most 'dreamiest' cards!! To be cold here tonight and 70 on Friday...go figure...my crocus popped their little heads out today only to freeze tonight, maybe that is why they are called crocus as they 'croak' so early..lol!!
Your cards make me feel like Spring is coming. Such soft, beautiful colors. Your flower reminds me of my Nanny's garden which she loved and she was so pround of her dogwood. Unfortunately, my flowers are still covered with snow. Today it is windy and cold but warm weather is coming soon - I hope!
Oh, Leslie, your no-line coloring is exquisite, and this digi is perfect for it! I love both cards and really love the added die. I am always inspired by your coloring, and I could CASE you forever! Beautifully done, sweet friend! Hugs! xoxo
Swoon... OH these are gorgeous! I agree the softer filter you used makes this very elegant. I really like the colors of your roses, very cool. Both of these are gorgeous Leslie!
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