There is a new Challenge over at House Mouse Click Here Sounded kind of easy so thought I would give it a go. My card will be posted below. It is the Feeling Rosy 1997 stamp hand colored with pencils in the middle of a sponged die cut doily. The Challenge is Amethyst, White and 1 other Color. I chose Gold. Sentiment can be found at here She has some very nice freebies and a lot of inspiration to share. Let me know what you think, how I can improve Etc...
I have heard about using odorless mineral spirits to use with watercolor pencils. Has anyone tried it and can you give me any info on it? Love to hear from you.
XO Nana
April, I don't think you can improve on this card. It is perfect just the way it is. I love the gold with the purple and your die piece has just the right amount of sponging. Your coloring is terrific. I do use OMS with watercolor pencils also. Wonderful job. Thanks for playing along with us here at House Mouse and Friends.
ReplyDeleteThank you Donna, I haven't tried the OMS yet. But have thought about it. I am chemically sensitive so wasn't sure about having it in the house.
DeleteYour card is very pretty and I like all the gold sparkly added to it. I've used the mineral spirits before. You apply it with a tool made of rolled newsprint called either a stump or a pick (pic?). It blends the colors very nicely and give them a smooth look.
ReplyDeleteThank you Judy! I just might have to try it.
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Such a lovely card, and I am loving the gold accent! It was the perfect touch to your beautiful card!
ReplyDeleteThank you Janet for the lovely comment.
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Such a sweet stamp, and love that die cut doily. Pretty colors and that gold ribbon looks awesome.
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Sue
opps, forgot to say thanks for joining us at the House Mouse and Friends Monday Challenge and sharing your card with us.
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Sue
Thank you Sue, I am enjoying everyone's work and inspiration.
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Love it. Such a cute image. I struggled a bit with the colour combo and I think the gold works beautifully too. Lx
ReplyDeleteThanks Lauren, I do too sometimes, just add things and take away until you find the right mix.
DeleteThank you for joining us at House Mouse & Friends with this gorgeous creation!
ReplyDeleteSuch an adorable image and I agree with the sentiment too ;D
Kelly.x
Awwww super sweet image gorgeous colours/take on the chall theme, stunning ribbon.
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smiles Christine x
Cute image and a wonderful die cut doily, love your color combo, April
ReplyDeleteThanks for playing along with us here at House Mouse & Friends this time. Hope to see you again.
Dorte x