It's that time of year, friends -- cooler temperatures, shorter days... and a Double D challenge in which Darlene is asking to see our fall leaves. Have a look at her inspiration board full of rich color:
In addition to creative winners the Double D's have a prize for a random winner:
I dearly wanted to color my Inky Antics Autumn Dogs this fall, and the DD challenge gave me the perfect opportunity.
I colored with Tombow markers on hot pressed watercolor paper. The embossed card base was brushed with SU's Apricot Appeal ink, keeping it bright, but with just a bit more definition in the texture. The patterned papers are some I've had for years and will probably still have for years to come. I love my patterned papers, but I also like a fair amount of white space. Usually. Sometimes. It depends on my crafty frame of mind.
The zig zag stitch is an old Hero Arts stamp. The die cut leaves are sponged with ink on the edges. It was a fun card to make!
I know you'll enjoy the team samples at Double D. I hope to see you in the gallery. Have a beautiful day!
Stamps: Inky Antics Autumn Dogs, Hero Arts Stitched Ribbon (zig zag) Paper: Fabriano Artistico Extra White 140 lb hot pressed watercolor, Neenah Classic Crest Super Smooth Solar White, scraps designer paper Ink: Palette Noir, SU Apricot Appeal (card base), Brocade Blue (sky), Crumb Cake (zig zag) Coloring: Tombow markers and homemade blender Other: Darice Fall Leaves Swirl embossing folder, Memory Box Stitched Circle Layers, Impression Obsession Small Leaf Set
I LOVE everything about this darling and adorable card, it just makes me happy!! So stinkin' cute AND creative!!
ReplyDeleteOMGoodness! Is he not FUN!?! I can see him running directly into that pile of Fall leaves.....remeber doing that as a kid, over and over again! lol Love your image, the stitching the layering of die cut circles and that pretty colorful strip and background paper....guess I'd say I love it all! Oh and great texture with a little hint of color! Perfection!
ReplyDeleteThis is adorable Leslie, and just a perfect image to reflect your sweet Sophie playing in the leaves. Lovely coloring, wonderful patterns and texture, a great design all over!
ReplyDeleteWow, this is just the best fall card! I can imagine your pup jumping happily through a pile of leaves. There's so much texture and color here. The image is colored beautifully as always. Love the stacked circles and stitching detail. Overall beauty! Happy Fall and thinking of you always.
ReplyDeleteOMGosh ... what a cute image and your coloring is perfection (no surprise there lol). Love your overall design with the offset circles and the embossing! Awesome Fall creation my friend! Made me smile!
ReplyDeleteAwwwwwwww...could Fall be any cuter?! That pup is so sweet frolicking in the leaves Leslie, and this whole card totally makes me smile! Loving your background and the design of this awesome card too! You nailed this challenge!! Hugs. :0)
ReplyDeleteThat is just the cutest image. I'm sure it brings Sophie to mind. Love your layout.
ReplyDeleteCute card. Please not fall yet... Our leaves are still all green... Have a great day
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ReplyDeleteI love every perfect layer, Leslie! This image couldn't be any cuter and you've colored it beautifully. The embossing in the background adds wonderful movement to your fabulous card!
This card is just wonderful! I love the colors you chose to play with and that sweet image of the dog in the leaves is just so cute! Those die cut leaves are just gorgeous...what more can I say? Can you tell I love this one?
ReplyDeleteThis card really conjures up the joy of playing in a pile of leaves. I love it. Great idea with the embossed background too. It adds such a lot of interest xx
ReplyDeleteOh, my goodness, could that pup be any happier?? OR cute? Makes me smile out loud, Leslie! I want to jump in with him!
ReplyDeleteMarcia and I played with her Magicals today with this challenge in mind - the mood board is just wonderful - as is every inch of your card!
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Oh, Leslie, I just adore your little pup, and you have colored him perfectly. That embossed background is perfect for the look, and I love all your patterned papers and circles. It's all the little things that make a card spectacular, and you have NAILED it here.
ReplyDeleteI Love your Adorable Fall Card, Leslie:-) So many Fall images with the pile of leaves and Fall Colors:-) Thank you so much for sharing, dear friend:-) Love and Hugs...Nancy L
ReplyDeleteThis card is filled with so much cuteness! I love the little dog having fun jumping in the leaves. Reminds me of when I was a kid! Everything came together so well. It's always good to use up some DSP.
ReplyDeleteYou do the sweetest dog cards, Leslie! This one is particularly darling and your coloring is perfect! Love that you cut the leaves out of the patterned paper and sponged the edges for depth! A fantastic card that put a smile on my face!
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine this set reminded you of your sweet Sophie enjoying the leaves :) I like the soft touch of highlight on the embossing, and your use of touches of pattern paper, I like how you finished it off with the die cut leaves and a touch of stitching, Awesome Autumn card!
ReplyDeleteWhen it comes to dogs or critters, I believe you win the prize! another gorgeous 'doggy' card, love how you put this altogether. All the embossing, layering, die custs and colours - just so 'fallish'. Amazing Leslie as always.
ReplyDeleteOMG ... adorable card Leslie. So uplifting and sure to bring a smile!! :) LOVE this time of year, your card is a celebration of the fall colours. xx
ReplyDeleteCute, Cute and Cute! Such an adorable card. I love everything about it.
ReplyDeleteI love the collage of all the beautiful elements on your card! Totally charming and happy! Layers of wonderful Fall goodness!
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