Hi everyone!
I have been experimenting a little with colouring roses over the last couple of days. I have a lovely sample for our Stamp Club on Friday night … but that is still under wraps until after the class. But … here is another attempt … and I think this will be for my mum on Mother’s Day! (Not completely happy with it … but I do kinda like it!) The colours haven’t photographed too well on this card either. Must remember not to take photos so early in the morning … but wait for better lighting conditions! 😉
I have used Keesh’s Sketch #21 for this card … so don’t forget to click on the sketch pic to view all the gorgeous submissions for this challenge. There are some stunning samples here! Do you like my ribbon? This is the pretty double stitched Rose Red grosrain ribbon. I just pulled the stitching at one end to gather the ribbon. I quite like this effect! Adds a little more pizzazz. I’m not sure if you can see it … but after I coloured the rose … I embossed it with clear embossing powder! It gives a lovely glossy look. Details for colouring the rose can be found on my card recipe below. (Click recipe to enlarge & print!)
Should toddle off … plenty to keep me occupied today! See you all soon! Stampin’ Hugs xxx
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This is so pretty Andrea – I always love colouring this rose. Great job with the sketch.
Andrea adds: Thanks for the lovely comment! I am imagining you have 4 boys … perhaps because of your “name”??? ❓ When I was young (before marriage) I always said I wanted 4 boys!!! Perhaps because I grew up with 2 sisters??? I have 2 boys and 3 girls!!! Keeps me busy! But I love it. xxx
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Yes, I do have four boys Andrea – it’s nothing but fun. Of course it’s busy at times, but that’s fine. I LOVE it. I just realised that with wordpress it doesn’t link back to my blog so I’m from here: http://chan3boys.blogspot.com
(now does that confuse you!! – i started that blog when I had 3 boys!!
Andrea adds: LOL! So … was no. 4 a surprise? 😉 I think there is usually a spot in the comments to add a web link … because I usually get links attached to comments. (I just added yours to the “spot” so other people can click to visit, too!) Perhaps it is hiding for you??? Thanks for giving me your addy … off to visit now! 😀
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I am so excited abt this card Andrea….cause on the long w’end…I get to pick up my set (yes I finally got it) and I have marked it to do a Mother’s day card too!! The techy u used and this rose stamp were meant to be…and I am itching to refresh my playtime with it. The ribbon is a great touch and I also love the clear embossing. FAB card darl. ooxx
Andrea adds: Thanks Lynda! You are always so lovely with your encouraging comments. Doing a happy dance for you … you are going to love this set. Just wait until you see the card I made using this rose for stamp club!!! 😀
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PS…Love the Vintage Vogue trellis too….again…tic toc…but getting closer…LOL!!! ooxx
Andrea adds: Yes … you picked it!!! 😀 You must be getting so excited! Hope you have lotsa fun!
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Soooo pretty Andrea! I love the gathered ribbon and that beautiful rose always looks gorgeous. Good luck with your scrapbook too – I am sure your parents will be over the moon with it!
Andrea adds: Thanks Genelle! Keep wondering when I will find the time to work on it … but I know that it will be done … that’s just who I am!!! 😀 The ribbon is really nice, isn’t it! Thanks for stopping by again! xxx
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Oh WOW! It is just stunning. Well done Andrea!
Kirsty
Andrea adds: Thanks for saying hi, Kristy! And … for your lovely comment! xxx
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Andrea, I love what you’ve done with the sketch. Hmm the clear embossing gives it a beautiful glossy finish 😉
Tan xox
Andrea adds: Hi Tan! So nice to see you! Always so nice to have you pop by! xxx
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LOVE the ruched ribbon – what a beautiful card! This rose os ALWAYS a stunner!
xXx
Andrea adds: Thanks Debbie! Yes … I love using this rose … even though it took a little time to be convinced that I wanted this set! 😀
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That ribbon is such a wonderful idea and the colours are so beautiful
Andrea adds: Thanks for popping by again! And … thanks for your lovely comments! xxx
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Oh my this is SO beautiful!! I especially love your rose, but all of the elements of this card are perfect!!
Andrea adds: Thanks Kerin! I was happy with this one, too! Hugs, Andrea xxx
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Very pretty! Love the rose and the great ribbon treatment. Nice colors too. :o)
Andrea adds: Thanks Monika! It’s always so nice to get lovely feedback! xx
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WOW Andrea two weeks in a row! Fabulous. I LOVE this rose and your ruffled ribbon too. Thanks so much for playing! Love keesh x
Andrea adds: Yes! Actually it is 3 weeks in a row!!! But … who’s counting!!!??? 😉 Thanks for popping by to say hi!
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