Hello friends! How about something flowerful as we head into the Easter weekend? Before taking another step I wanted to color one of my many new Penny Black stamps... and, ohhh, I do mean many. Yes, I indulged. I was starting to lose sight of how much I enjoy coloring a beautiful stamp like this, and in keeping the card relatively simple I can eliminate "design fatigue" and do lots more coloring. I learned the "design fatigue" term from Jill Foster during my late night crafty YouTube excursions. I sure do suffer from it sometimes. Do you ever?
The stamp I used today is from Penny Black's newest release. It's called Birdhouse Beauty. Aptly named. It's a beauty alright! The sentiment is also a new release set, Super Day.
I stamped in Memento Toffee Crunch on Fabriano Artistico Extra White 140 lb hot press watercolor paper and then colored with Tombow markers and homemade blender. Over time this method has become my favorite for coloring flowers, though I still enjoy other methods as well. Whatever fits or feels right at the time. I brushed SU Creamy Caramel ink around the edges and finished with sequins.
I'd like to play along in the following challenges:
Penny Black Saturday Challenge -- Anything goes, optional Easter
NBUS Challenge #60 (Never before used schtuff) My NBUS is the Penny Black Birdhouse Beauty and Super Day stamps.
4 tsp distilled water
1/4 tsp 70% rubbing alcohol
Shake in a small bottle to mix. Use eye dropper to fill blank Copic marker.
I'm out of time so I must rush off. I keep trying to figure out where the hours go. On top of all the other life stuff Sophie has started her obedience training and we have homework. She's only had one session, but she's doing well.
Till next time, have a lovely weekend!
Stamps: Penny Black Birdhouse Beauty cling stamp and Super Day sentiment set Paper: Fabriano Artistico Extra White 140 lb hot press watercolor, PTI Dark Chocolate, textured kraft Bazzill Ink: Memento Toffee Crunch, Memento Rich Cocoa, SU Creamy Caramel Coloring: Tombow markers and homemade blender solution in blank Copic Other: Studio Katia sequins
WOW! You have brought this to life with your amazing colouring skills, Leslie. That birdhouse and the flowers are so gorgeous. I am loving the new PB release. :) xx
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ReplyDeleteYou are so right. The Penny Black image is beautiful but made even more beautiful with your coloring. I can only dream of being able to color like you. ps: I'm more of an early morning (4-5am) you tube watcher/crafter :)
ReplyDeleteI love watching Jill Foster videos and am in awe of her talent, but yours is just as FABULOUS Leslie...this birdhouse card is a stunner!! Your coloring is just amazing on this BEAUTIFUL card and I can't wait to see what else you color up from the new release! Lovely, lovely card my friend and Easter Blessings to you and your family!! Hugs. :0)
ReplyDeleteIt's more than BEAUTIFUL... it's gorgeous. Those roses are so beautifully colored. Obedience training... have fun
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Stunningly beautiful!! Your coloring always takes my breath away!! I can see why you had to have this stamp and you certainly have brought it to life!! Have a happy Easter, was going to send out cards but the hubs and I have been sick all week so haven't been doing much of anything, last night was our first night of an all night sleep in over two weeks, I am rejoicing!!
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Very aptly named it is a beautiful stamp and so beautifully coloured,love the delicate inky background too.Hope you are up to date with homework lol.
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I double the WOW and triple it, Leslie! Your coloring is so exceptional, this looks like a digital pre-colored image! There is not one flaw! I'm sure Sophie will be a star pupil! Happy Easter! Hugs, Darnell
ReplyDeleteLeslie, I think I've just witnessed the reason you have all of those new PB stamps... you are such a talented artist and these images are perfect for you! You sure do have a way with no-line water coloring, my friend - all those deep shadows and highlights in these roses! It appears I need to buy that fabulous Memento Toffee Crunch ink!
ReplyDeleteYou'll excuse me so I can go ogle it more - exquisite!
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It is so nice to see you colouring again. You have such a skill, so you should show it off. This is gorgeous. I shall look forward to seeing all your new Penny Black stamps transformed into little works of art. good luck with the puppy training xx
ReplyDeleteAgain...your coloring just blows my mind! You choose what I consider "difficult" images and techniques and you master them! I love seeing your beautiful work.
ReplyDeleteSTUNNING. Its a beautiful image and your fabulous coloring really brings life and lift to it. TOP FIVE no doubt!
ReplyDeleteOH my dear ... this is totally gorgeous! Your coloring always makes me ooh & aww and this is no exception. Your colors are perfect and so glad you're getting back to 'color time'. Happy Easter to you & yours!! Thanks so much for joining in the fun at our Triple B challenge! Good Luck and we hope you’ll come back often.
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You, my friend are an artist! My goodness is the coloring on this ever spectacular. The depth on the roses is wonderful. Beautifully done, Leslie. Can't wait to see more!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your wonderful coloring skills, Leslie:-) Your colored sweet images are so special, dear friend. I can't wait to see more. Love and Big Hugs, my dear sweet forever friend:-)
ReplyDeleteOMG...I keep coming back to this beautifully colored image, my dear forever friend:-) Your coloring skills are truly Stunning:-) Thank you so much for sharing. Love and Big Hugs...I can't wait for our next in person visit:-) Miss you, dear friend!
ReplyDeleteStunning Leslie! This is a gorgeous card! I have been wanting to get the new PB goodies too but haven't succumbed YET lol! You have colored this beautifully and the sentiment in brown is the perfect touch! Can't wait to see more of your new stash. Thanks for sharing with us at Penny Black Saturday Challenge! 💕 Sue Kment
ReplyDeleteOh Leslie, you've outdone yourself with this beautiful card. Your coloring is simply amazing and this card truly needed nothing else. Sometimes it's nice to get back to our simple roots of the craft we love so much. I've been really trying to focus on using what I have and not succumb to all the new releases. It's a hard battle but worth it in the end. Have a blessed Easter my friend!
ReplyDeleteOh Leslie, this is simply gorgeous! Amazing colouring! I am swooning over your card. You know I was so tempted to by this stamp along with some others from the latest release, but I have so so many PB stamps I haven't even used. I only bought 3 items from their latest release. I wish I would of bought this one! I can't wait to see more from the latest release! Wishing you a wonderful Easter Weekend. We went to my son Mark & DIL's Anna's place yesterday for Easter, had a wonderful time. Hoping to do some stamping this weekend.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness can I just say this is a most stunning card, the coloring is just Beautiful, just makes me want to go up and sniff the fragrant roses :) I love the antique feel you gave to it with the background, so LOVE this!!
ReplyDeleteOh, my! What a beautiful birdhouse, Leslie! The flowers are exceptional and I love how you colored the birdhouse and the watercoloring in the background. I need to look and see if I have any of that Creamy Caramel ink stashed away. I'd forgotten how pretty a shade of brown it is! Happy Easter!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning Leslie! What an amazing colourist you are! I think one of the amazing things about paper crafting is that if you get fatigue about any of it, there's always a different technique to move onto. I find colouring such a relaxing activity and great when life is tough.
ReplyDeleteHope Sophie's training goes well. Eva was the class Wild Child I'm afraid but we got there in the end! Happy Easter! Vicky x
This stamp is just beautiful, but I love all their stamps! Your coloring is stunning as usual! My daughter loves birds and owns so many houses I might have to add this to my collection! We had Easter on Saturday this year as Jennifer is spending Easter Sunday with her Dad this year, so I am recuperating and catching up on my mail! I hope you and yours have a blessed Easter!
ReplyDeleteLeslie, I knew I would be in awe of your coloring of these pretty PB stamps! I'm kicking myself that I didn't get this one! Your card is exquisite, wonderful, colorful, masterful, artistic and it makes me happy! You truly are an amazing friend, AND an amazingly talented one! Can you tell how much I love it??
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning card. Your coloring is awesome!
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful design and stunning overall with great coloring of the image. ♥
ReplyDeleteSorry for MIA, had a house full over Easter for a week xx
WOW WOW WOW absolutely stunning Leslie, I love your card ... so beautiful.
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Leslie I saw this beautiful birdhouse card that you did and I marked it to comment on later. Since my granddaughter has been here I have not been able to get back to comments until today. Not let this go by without telling you what an awesome job on this breathtaking image. I am so impressed and inspired.
ReplyDeleteOh wow!!! So, so beautiful, Leslie - just amazing!! I've been wondering about Sophie and her obedience training. Glad it's going well.
ReplyDeleteWow! Your colouring is magnificent Leslie! I love the soft background too! Thanks so much for sharing atPBSC. We hope to see you again:)
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful card!
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