Monday, April 8, 2013

April Features Day 3- Poppies!

Welcome to day #3 of our April release features!

 Today's features are Precious Poppies and Poppy Background


    • Stamp set includes 3 images and 17 sentiments 
    • Set measures approximately 8" x 6"
    • The large group of poppies measures approximately 4 1/2" x 3 1/8"
    • Designed by Korin Sutherland
    • Stamp set is priced at $26 


    • Includes 1 large image
    • Measures approximately 3 3/4" x 3 3/4"
    • Designed by Korin Sutherland
    • Stamp set is priced at $15 
    I tried a new technique today for my card today that I have not done before.  It is pretty cool but I must admit that it is quite time consuming and for an already slow card maker like myself it does not mix lol.  I do like how it came out though.  Take a peek and see what you think:

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    I really can not take full credit for my card as I got the idea for this card after I saw one made by Karen Barber.  Anyway, to create the card, I stamped the poppy from the Precious Poppies randomly on kraft cs with versa mark and embossed with detail white ep.  The next step is to color in the flowers with an aqua painter and white craft ink.  It may take 2 coats depending on the look you want- mine did.  Then after that is dry I colored the flowers with SU markers and a blender pen.  I did find that using bold colors worked best for shading and truthfully I would have liked to have used some more dark on my card but after spending so much time on it already and with the cs becoming too saturated I left it as you see.  

    Supplies:
    stamps- SNSS Precious Poppies
    cs- kraft and white sparkle
    accessories- white silk ribbon, oval spellbinders dies, detail white ep, versa mark pad, and SU markers in pumpkin pie, pretty in pink, regal rose, bashful blue, brocade blue, saffron, and lavendar lace.

    Check out some more fabulous samples made by our talented DT in the thumbnails below.
    Be sure to leave a comment of each of the blogs along your journey because we're giving away both of these fabulous stamp sets to one lucky commenter!  
    The deadline to comment for a chance to win is midnight EST Wednesday, April 10th.  The list of winners will be announced on our website homepage by Thursday, April 18th.
    Thanks so much for joining us!  Enjoy the hop!

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    26 comments:

    1. CherylApril 8, 2013 at 8:48 AM

      It's absolutely GORGEOUS! Love that kraft paper and the subtle poppies, and that ribbon is so pretty!

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    2. Sue DApril 8, 2013 at 9:39 AM

      wow--beautiful and great technique.

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    3. merrymstamperApril 8, 2013 at 10:04 AM

      Gorgeous card and great technique!!! lovely result!

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    4. CynthiaApril 8, 2013 at 11:19 AM

      This is beautiful, Janette. Love the white embossed poppies!

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    5. SabrinaApril 8, 2013 at 12:11 PM

      Oh WOW! Oh my goodness!! I think this is my favorite card so far! I love all the colors! GORGEOUS!!!!

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    6. Jean BullockApril 8, 2013 at 12:20 PM

      This is a beautiful card. Don't think it needed any more dark. The subtle coloring is gorgeous.

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    7. Kris BApril 8, 2013 at 12:26 PM

      Beautiful!! Love the soft colors on the poppies! I really want to try this technique! TFS God bless!!

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    8. JayneApril 8, 2013 at 12:40 PM

      I love the pastel feel of these poppies. So unusual.

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    9. HeatherApril 8, 2013 at 1:00 PM

      Wow!!! It may have taken a long time, but the end result is definitely worth it, I think. It's a gorgeous technique and you made a truly gorgeous card.

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    10. diane zechmanApril 8, 2013 at 1:33 PM

      Janette, your card is so soft and pretty! I've been wanting to color on kraft again...yours looks great!

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    11. DanniApril 8, 2013 at 4:13 PM

      LOVE this!! Gorgeous!!

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    12. Natasha G.P.April 8, 2013 at 8:14 PM

      I like your subtle colors. They are gorgeous

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    13. sharon gApril 8, 2013 at 8:29 PM

      I have never thought to emboss a flower in white. Thanks.

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    14. craftymom205April 8, 2013 at 10:20 PM

      Beautiful card.

      craftymom205 at yahoo dot com

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    15. SandyApril 8, 2013 at 10:56 PM

      Wow! This is just so soft and beautiful! That ribbon adds to it...I LOVE your card!

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    16. BirgitApril 9, 2013 at 7:21 AM

      Great card! Very soft and perfect to give to mom!

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    17. Emily ThubbronApril 9, 2013 at 8:59 AM

      This is so beautiful. I love the softness of this card. Great Mother's Day card. TFS

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    18. Mary-Anne VApril 9, 2013 at 11:57 AM

      i love the way you stamped and embossed on kraft.

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    19. Michelle VPApril 9, 2013 at 2:05 PM

      What a gorgeous effect with this technique - worth the time! Love that big white bow too. :)

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    20. ajaxApril 9, 2013 at 7:49 PM

      This card is outstanding. The white outline with the different colors aquacolored is so pretty. Thanks

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    21. PattyApril 9, 2013 at 8:55 PM

      Wow...this card is absolutely gorgeous!! Had to laugh about your time consuming comment..I too am a very slow card maker, but these results are so pretty...I might have to give it a try!!

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    22. LindaSApril 9, 2013 at 9:05 PM

      Amazing use of the stamp and such beautiful coloring.

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    23. Monika/BuzsyApril 9, 2013 at 9:10 PM

      What a lovely card Janette. I love how you colored the the poppies on Kraft card stock. Such a unique look.

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    24. PatiApril 10, 2013 at 1:18 AM

      Gorgeous card! Love the white embossing on craft and how the light colors pop. Very interesting details, thanks for sharing!

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    25. LoriannaApril 10, 2013 at 1:19 PM

      This is just Stunning!
      Love everything about it!
      Thank You so much for sharing
      your wonderful talent
      with all of us!!
      Hugs
      Lorianna

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    26. Lady Bug StampersMay 4, 2015 at 9:07 PM

      Beautiful card I like the look of this may just have to try it!

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