I was inspired by two challenges to make this card. Challenge is a good word to use, as this was my second attempt!
I knew I wanted to use the color inspiration picture at the Fusion Challenge, and I was intrigued to try out some watercoloring techniques for The Lawnscaping Challenge #122. I used Lawn Fawn's Flutter By Stamp Set and stamped a cluster of roses and leaves in the corner, similar to the picture. I then bordered the watercolor with bright yellow. I then mounted this panel to a green cardstock base, and added a strip of woodgrain and white paper. I finished the card with a bannered sentiment and some May Arts Natural Burlap String.
Here's a close up of the watercoloring. When I think of Lawn Fawn Stamps I think of bright, fun, clean designs, so it was neat to branch them out a bit!
It takes me a while to come up with designs now, and I feel as though my designs and techniques are still from when I started card-making...some day I will tell my story for the reason for my break, but I need to gather my thoughts first. Thank you all that have stopped by!
Your water coloring is lovely on your beautiful roses! thanks for joining us in the Fusion Challenge! Julia xx
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning Karen. Your watercoloring looks amazing. Thanks so much for playing with us at Fusion!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about LF - I think of paper piecing and CAS when I think of them. Clearly though, LF works with any style as you've proven here! You're roses look fabulous and I love the yellow background wash!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful colors! I really love the yellow in this!
ReplyDeleteOh, this is beautiful! I spotted it in the Fusion Link-list -- it's a wonderful take on the inspiration photo!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful watercolouring Karen, I love those roses!
ReplyDeleteawesome watercoloring.. gorgeous card..
ReplyDeleteI love the softness you achieved with the watercolors, absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!! Love the watercolor!
ReplyDeletewow! this is so beautiful! i love the soft watercolor look you acheived!! just gorgeous!! those flowers look like a piece of art to hang in your house!! thank you SO much for playing along with the Lawnscaping Challenge! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautifully stunning card!
ReplyDeleteso very pretty! Thanks for joining us at Fusion!
ReplyDeleteGorgeousThanks so much for joining us at Fusion Card Challenge.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! I love the soft-focus look of the roses.
ReplyDeleteYour flowers are BEAUTIFUL!!!! Great take on our Watercolor challenge! Thanks for playing with us at Lawnscaping, hugs, Karin
ReplyDeleteVery pretty card, that colors are stunning! Thanks so much for playing the Lawnscaping Challenge!
ReplyDelete-Samantha
This is a beautiful card!! Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful and elegant card, Karen! Thank you for joining our watercoloring challenge at Lawnscaping Challenges!
ReplyDeleteYour card came out lovely. I mini work of art. Thanks for playing with us at Lawnscaping!
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