Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Sneak Peak Day 1:Lilies in Bloom!

Gosh, it's hard to believe that I am here again with a brand new Flourishes release! But, how exciting! This month, I will be sharing a mix of new stamp sets that are sure to be welcome additions to any stamper's stash! This first set that the ever-so-talented design team is showing off is one that is long overdue for Flourishes. They've gotten request after request for a set to send condolences and notes of sympathy. And this set not only delivers some beautiful sentiments, but some beautiful images as well.

Introducing....

Calla lilies in bloom and a trio of fresh cut blossoms draped with an elegant ribbon - those images take center stage in this beautifully illustrated set from Marcella Hawley. Pair these images up with seven beautifully scripted sentiments for those times when you want to let a friend or loved one know you care.

On to my creation!

I have to say that to create my card, all of the items used are a part of a brand new 123 Create Kit called Bonjour! This kit offers botanical bliss with a french flair. It features a 6 by 6" Kaisercraft Bonjour paper pack, a pack of coordinating jewels, 1 pack of jeweled vintage brads, 1 yard of 5/8" wide green crochet lace, 1 yard of crushed silk ribbon in champagne color, and 1 yard of pink sheer ruffled ribbon. 

Here's a look!
Card tidbits: I stamped on Flourishes Classic White using Memento Tuxedo Black Ink and then let the fun begin by picking up my Copic Markers. I used these collections...



Few more tidbits! I stamped my sentiment (from the set) in the lower right corner, I embossed the edges of my main polka dot panel using my Scor-Buddy and then sanded the raised edges.After I was done coloring, I did cut using a Spellbinders Petite Ovals Nestabilites and Labels Eighteen die, (cut thanks to my Grand Calibur).  After I was done cutting and embossing, I did sponge some Spun Sugar Distress Ink on my oval panel and then sanded the embossed edges of my mat. I also added a bit of razzle dazzle with some glitter glue. See?  

And that, my friends, is it! 

Would you like to win the Calla Lilies  set? All you need to do is leave some love in the form of a comment on the blogs below! Why? You need to try to figure out…..
    

One of the ladies on our link list below will be picking a name from the comments on her blog post today. We don’t know which one it is… so the more blogs you leave comments on, the more chances you have to win!  So, what are you waiting for? Hop on over and see.....

52 comments:

Betty Benton said...

Lovely card -- your lilies are colored beautifully! This is such a fabulous new stamp set!

Glenda said...

This is stunning! Beautiful image and colored to perfection!

Ujjwal said...

Beautiful color scheme, perfectly colored image and the way you have added glitter makes this card so awesome!

Karen W said...

Beautiful card and the stamp set and paper set are so beautiful!!

Anonymous said...

oh Julie, It's beautiful! Love the little touch of sparkle and the ribbons are gorgeous. Love the touch of sanding on the label behind the flowers. Lovely card!!
Beth Greco

Dawn B. said...

This is really pretty Julie. I love the way you colored your lilies. Makes them look so real. Great job.

Theresa's Studio said...

Love your card and colors used. Great design.

stampqueen said...

Very pretty!!! Love the sanded edges on the pink layer!!

Anne M said...

Love the card and how the lillies were colored!!

Carla S. said...

Gorgeous card, Julie! I love the colors and the beautiful image! Wonderful coloring and design!

Betty said...

Such a pretty card and set. I can see having this as the calla lily is my DD's favorite flower.

Marlena M. said...

Beautiful creation! I love the soft colors.

Jill said...

What a beautiful card!!!

Sharman said...

Beautiful job. Like how you added the glitter. Great job.

Sue D said...

Very pretty--I like the pink and green color combo.

Anonymous said...

Lovely Calla Lilies by Flourishes convey gentle warm thoughts backgrounded in green and pink hugs so tastefully spotlighted. Thank you for sharing this timely technique. Two funerals this week need lovely Calla Lilies.
mt23stamperatyahoo Keep Looking UP!

Amanda said...

Julie, I love the colors that you used to pop the Calla Lily. The green lace with the beautiful brad is just amazing together, and I love how it compliments your wonderful Calla Lilies. Everything is so amazing looking :)

Wanda Cullen said...

WOW, I am so loving this new set! Your card is GORGEOUS, Julie, and I love that sanding detail...genius!

Dee said...

What a lovely card you created. The colors are great together. A very springtime feel to it!!!

Becky said...

I am just loving this new set..What a gorgeous card.

Queen Mary said...

Beautiful lace and button! Beautiful copics, that for sharing the sets you used.

Stacy Morgan said...

Julie this is beautiful! Your coloring is fabulous and I like the hint of sparkle!

Lea L. said...

This is so soft and pretty, Julie! I love the trim you've used on it!

Leslie Miller said...

I'm seeing some beautiful cards today! Wonderful touch of glitter on this, Julie. Loving this set and the looks of the kit, as well. A real must have!

Sherry said...

beautiful!!! love the colors you chose!!

Tanya said...

Oh your card is gorgeous, beautiful coloring. I love the pink and green colors.

Deborah Anton said...

Oohh... Love the green!! Your coloring is beautiful and it fits the image pefectly!!

Donna said...

Lovely card! The kit is wonderful. Great inspiration!

petra,s cards said...

beautiful card, and i love your colourcombo!!!
xx petra

Barbara said...

This is so pretty, Julie! LOVE your colors!

Rosemary said...

wow... so very pretty!!

Anonymous said...

Very pretty. Looking forward to seeing this entire set. Love the sparkle - such a nice touch.
Mary H.

Trisha said...

Beautiful, beautiful card. Love the green and white polka dots and the wonderful stamp. Great coloring. patnbobcuddy at gmail dot com

Monica said...

Gorgeous colors and very pretty coloring. Love this new set.

ChristineCreations said...

GASP! WOW.

That green base is so perfect paired with the pinks in the lilies girl. Such perfect sponging too. You outdid yourself on this one girl!

Linda Carson said...

Stunning artwork! Beautifully colored and that lace adds the perfect touch of elegance!

Naomi said...

Julie, this is just SO PRETTY! LOVE the soft muted colours and your crochet lace bow!

Naomi
xoxo

denise g. said...

Lovely! And now you're cooking with natural gas! You didn't sew on this one, but instead did that clever little scoring. I might be able to manage that without hurting myself, so THANKS! Looking forward to seeing this WHOLE set, as those lillies are sure beautiful. Or is it your coloring?

Beate said...

Julie, your coloring and sponging looks amazing. Great card.
Hugs and smiles

Anonymous said...

Another beautiful card. I make a lot of sympathy card and this set would be perfect. Mary L Schreiber

Elizabeth Terry said...

beautiful coloring...they look so soft & delicate!!

Allison Cope said...

What a beautiful card Julie! I love your distressed mat and your image is coloured so beautifully! Love all the lacy layers!

Emily Keaton said...

So beautiful and elegant, Julie! That new set is perfect for the cards that none of us like to make--will make a tough job easier, for sure.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful card! I love everthing in that kit! Such pretty colors you used. Thanks for sharing it with us. Love it! That lace is such a pretty soft touch too.

Chris R. from Iowa
ckrobinson01@hotmail.com

Cheryl said...

Just beautiful! I love the soothing, soft colors and that pretty lace bow, and your coloring is fantastic!

Diane said...

So soft and pretty...love the sponged ink around the lilies...and the glitter glue you added amkes the ribbon look real....a stunning card once again!!

Ravengirl said...

Oh Julie! I am so excited to see this!!! I love Calla Lilies and Marcella has drawn them beautifully! Your card is divine!

dpkennedy said...

Absolutely gorgeous!

Unknown said...

Julie, what a stunning LIllie card, so pretty, love those two colors together, so very warm and pretty, and the lillies are just colored awesomely!! (not sure if that is a word, works for me!)
hugs
Donna

Evette K. said...

You got me with the glitter!! I am a glitter glue queen, lol. Love your stunning card. You are one talented lady. TY for sharing and offering some lovin candy. evette k.

Tammy Hershberger said...

Beautiful design, Julie! Gorgeous shades of pink in your coloring!

Cindy Lawrence said...

Ah, now these colors just scream spring to me! Love the softness of this, your beautifully colored lilies, and the colored vintage brad on the pretty bow. Gorgeous, as always!