Hi Guys!
Ive got a simple card to share with you today. Sometimes you need a card suitable for "all occasions" and this stamp/ design fits the bill. I kept decorations to a minimum and just let the image be the focus. (nothing new there!) The 6x6 paper packs I'm using work so well in tying it all together. Love my 6x6s!!
Recipe:
Image: Wax Fruit Company
Colors: CarbOthello pastel pencils on Strathmore pastel paper
*A note on pastel pencils:
Although they can be used on kraft and other papers they really do work their magic best on "Pastel Paper". With "normal" paper the pigment almost sits on top and you have to be so careful you don't just brush it all off with a careless movement. But with "proper" pastel paper the color settles into the paper fibers like butter into a biscuit. So creamy and blendable and nice.
You can find pastel paper at most arts and craft stores for about $7 for 25 sheets. I'm sure there's cheaper and more expensive options out there but this is what I use.
Hope that helps!
A few challenges:
Crafty Bloggers Network - Spring Time
Daisy Doodles Creative Challenge "Color Your World"
Make it Monday - always Anything Goes
The Cutie Pie Challenge - Flowers
There's Magic in the Air "Critter" in the image (animal, bug, fish etc)
Thanks for visiting!
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43 comments:
Dorcas, this is so cute. It would be perfect for a thank you, get well, or any occasion. Love the colors. Hugs, dj
Dorcas, I love the simplicity of your card.
And daisy's are mij favorite.
Your coloring is perfect.
Hugs, José
Lovely card Dorcas. White daisies are a fav. of mine too. I love the colouring on this one.... you described it perfectly. Have a super day.
Luv, Babs xo
Great image Dorcas and I especially love the patchwork papers - you are a real whizz with a sewing machine!!
Hugs
Jane
Beautiful card and beautiful coloring. Thanks on the info of paper.
Oh my goodness, what a perfect card! I've never thought of adding small multiples of paper lines from a pad,simply brilliant! Hope you don't mind if I borrow this idea,Most of my card blanks are a tad smaller than my DP pads and I always end up with tiny strips that I usually end up punching flowers from. This is a much better idea!.x
Dorcas, this is so sweet. Gorgeous coloring, love the stitching too!!
Hugs, Kelly
Beautiful card! I seem to forget sometimes how beautiful the simple things are! Love the stitching detail and the twine and the image is just beautiful!! So glad I saw you on MIM!
Nat -x-
Fab, Dorcas. Beautifully coloured and the simple layout emphasises your image perfectly.
Tine :)
Such a Cute Card! Beautiful Image! Thank you for playing with us at Love to Create Challenge this week!!
Many Blessings,
Tina
This is beautiful Dorcas. Love the pretty colours and thanks for the tip!
Clairexx
Beautiful card and colouring Dorcas. Saw this on MIM. Loz
beautiful work with your pastels Dorcas, a great all occasions card. Hugs lin
Very Lovely card Dorcas. Saw it on MIM. Faye
Lovely Card, thanks so much for playing with us at Paper Creations Ink.
I have some yummy blog candy here‘s the link if you are interested
Xoxo Marjo
Hi hun
wow this is striking, awesome colouring luv the image, pretty papers, fab stitching, sue,x
Hey lady! Long time no chats! ;) I always admire your cards, they're so beautiful and you really take the time to think each one through. :) This is lovely.
What a delightful card, lovely image and so beautifully coloured! Love Jayne. x
Absolutely gorgeous as always, love it!
Helen x
I'm struggling to catch up, Dorcas. So many wonderful cards in such a short space of time. It never ceases to amaze me how you manage it. Every single one is so beautifully coloured and so perfectly coordinated. I loved all of your Mo cards and your inspirational post and these flowers are gorgeous. A gem of a card! Hugs, Lesley
Hi Dorcas i agree with Lesley above me, you never fail to bring out a gorgeous card!!!! love this one oh i cant wait for spring now!!!
Stunning! And I do love the image...
Love, Alex
The pastels look amazing! They seem like you said, to settle into the paper more than the pencils. But I still love your pencil coloring. Those daisies look like I could reach out and touch them. Gorgeous card Dorcas!
Oh this is so beautiful Dorcas.
luv
Debby
SUPERB! I love it. x
Beautiful image perfectly coloured and great paper combinations. Thanks for sharing on Make it Monday
Your card is just gorgeous! The coloring is amazing! Thanks for the tip on using the right paper. I may give this a try!
Such a Sweet Card Dorcas....Beautiful Image and wonderful colours!
Thank you for sharing with us at Love to Create Challenge this week!!
Big hugs Jo xxx
A cute all occasions card! Love the soft colors! Oh, I´m so ready for sping!!
Hugs,
Uli
Beautiful card, prefect colours and image. Thnaks for sharing your work with us at Cutie Pie Challenge. Good Luck, Cheers Sue N x
I had never paid any attention to "pastel" papers before, but I'm going to check them out. Thanks for the suggestion. Your coloring is wonderful. Love your blog.
Such a pretty card!Love the spring colours! Thanks for sharing and playing at Cutie Pies Woo x
Beautiful card, saw it at MIM. Love the colors and the stamp is so sweet. Hugs, Ivonne
Wow, love this card you posted on MIM! Great image and colors! Hugs, Hanneke
Fabulous card! Love your coloring. Thanks for creating with us at Love to Create.
Beautiful Dorcas, image, papers and your coloring are gorgeous!
Thank you for joining us at Love to Create Challenge this week!
What an adorable card! Lovely work. Saw you on Make it Monday.
Hugs, Heide
This is truly a outstanding card. Your coloring is superb and the image is a delight. Love your color scheme and the twine pulls everything together. Thank you for joining us at Paper Creations Ink - Pat
Hi Dorcas
Wow, this is beautiful!! Your colouring just looks amazing! (thank you for the tips on the pastel paper, good to know).
I love the stitching you have done, it gives a quality finish to this wonderful card.
Thank you for sharing with us this week at Make It Monday.
Michelle :o)
Oh it's so beautiful Dorcas! Love the cute image and your colouring is gorgeous :)
Saw it over at MIM.
Sarah x
Gorgeous card, lovely fresh spring colours. Thanks for joining in at the CBN challenge this week, NJ X
Hello!
Super Fab creation! Great JOB!
Thanks for joining us at TMITA-Paper Cupcakes. Good Luck!
-Sony DT
Sonia-Studio60
Dorcas this is gorgeous, love the pencils on that pastel paper, such a soft look to it.
Many thanks for joining in with our Colour Your World challenge over at Daisy Doodles Creative Challenges
Mandy (DT member for Daisy Doodles)
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