Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Flourishes Sneaks Day 3: Anemones!

There are some sets that are so touching and fit a purpose that you really needed.  They are sets that conveys those messages of concern and care that are really meaningful. We think this is one of those beautiful sets!  We're pleased to introduce to you....  

  AnemonesGraphic 

The latest offering from artist Sam Pickard is a perfect stamp set to have on hand to let your friends in need know that you care. This 4 by 6" set features a beautiful bunch of Anemone flowers, a single stem, plus five beautifully scripted sentiments all with a calm and caring message.

On to my creation....

When I saw this image, I saw it bathed in sunlight and with more of a sketchy, watercolor feel. Even though I picked up my Copics to color this image, I wanted that loosey, goosey look -- one without precision. So... here goes! I stamped the Anemones on Flourishes White Card Stock, trimmed, paper pierced and then had some fun with my Copic markers. See below for the three collections that I used. After I finished coloring up my image, I did sponge some Distress Ink in the shade of Scattered Straw. From there, it's just matting up my image! I layered a couple patterned papers onto both Flourishes Classic White and Classic Black. Add some silver cording and... almost done! I did stamp my sentiment using Versafine Black Onyx so that my sentiment would really pop. If you've never tried that ink -- it is a super true black. you can't use it with Copic markers because it will smear, but for single things like sentiments -- works perfect!

Here's a close up of my flowers.....


And that, my friends, is it! I think you'll love this set and I'm excited to see what the rest of the Design Team has in store! Also... you'll need to leave some comments and try to figure out...

  Mystery Blogger Graphic   

There's another Mystery Blogger to find today.  Hidden among the Design Team's blogs today is our Mystery Blogger of the day.  Comment on her blog and you could be chosen to win today's set!  The more you comment, the better your chances. So, hop on over and see.....

Do you want to win Flourishes' entire release?

If you would like a chance at winning all four of Flourishes' soon-to-be released July sets…
  • You can play in the It's Sketchy Challenge – there will be multiple winners there! Deadline for entries is FRIDAY JULY 12th at 5 PM EST. OR, play along with the gals for this week’s Timeless Tuesday Challenge! Check out the links for the official rules!
  • All four of our July sets can be pre-ordered now, even before you see them all! Take advantage our New Release Bundle and get 10% off when you purchase all four together in a bundle.
  • All sets will be live first thing Friday morning along with the coordinating cut files for this release.
  • Come back to the Flourishes Blog Saturday for the Winner’s Circle where we’ll announce all of our winners of this weeks’ challenges!
Join us back here tomorrow for a Summer set that's ready to PARTY! It's adorable, delicious and perfect for sending fun birthday wishes!

~Julie
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33 comments:

guilinger2 said...

How pretty!

Leah said...

Very pretty! Love the vibrant colors you chose.

Rosy Newlun said...

Great center panel design, bold colors, and sweet sentiment!!!

Bridget said...

Stunning with the gorgeous golden glow - I just love this new set, I can tell I'm going to "need" it, especially with those beautiful caring sentiments!

loulou said...

I love how you have used your copic on this beautiful stamp. It really looks like a gorgeous watercolour.

jonim52 said...

Love this new image! Gorgeous card!

Dianne said...

You have not only created a GORGEOUS card,colored to perfection but have verbally described it to perfection, imagine that. You ROCK Miss Julie, thanks for sharing, I hope your having a wonderful time...

Theresa's Studio said...

Lovely colors and coloring. A Work of Art!

TLady said...

OH MY JULIE!!!!!!!!!!! I LOOOOOOOOOOOOVE the water color look you've created!!!!!! It's GORGEOUS!!!!!!! (Water color is one of my FAVORITES!!!!!!!!:) )
LOVE the colors you've chosen too!!!!!!!!:) GORGEEOOUUUUUUUS!!!!!!!:)

Unknown said...

LOVE your card!!!

Heather Rogers said...

Beautiful, Julie! The silver cord and distress ink really adds to the card. Love how you placed the sentiment on the side. :)

Anonymous said...

Great colour combo. Thank you.

Sasha said...

Such a fabulous layout, Julie. I love these new stamps! You have coloured your anemones beautifully...I love those rich burnt orange and golden tones x

Chriss Blagrave said...

Beautiful image and sentiment. The anemones on the center panel is such a great design. Love it!

Connie MacFarlane said...

Beautiful card Julie! Love the way you coloured this great new image. The sentiment is perfect stamped on the lined DP.

Kay said...

Love it. Just simply love it.

Nana Griffin said...

Great coloring, nicely done!

Pati said...

Beautiful coloring! The colors pop in your sunlight!

Petti said...

Love the red/yellow colour scheme. Beautiful card!

Kris B said...

Love your card! What a wonderful layout and colors! Very pretty! TFS

Mary Ann said...

Beautiful card!!!Love the colors!!!

Anonymous said...

Very pretty, love the colours. Thanks for sharing.

stampqueen said...

Just stunning - love the colors and your coloring is fantastic!!

Heather said...

Gorgeous!!! Love how you colored the flowers and the papers are awesome. Love the sentiment stamped on the ledger paper.

Sue D said...

Very pretty--I like your coloring and the piercing.

Silke Ledlow said...

Beautiful!!! Love how you colored this image!

Tricia T said...

Love how you did the sentiment on the ruled paper and the pretty sponging on the flower panel! Beautiful!!

Tricia

Patti J said...

Very pretty, Julie! Thanks for sharing :)

Linda Carson said...

gorgeous, gorgeous, and really gorgeous!

Belinda said...

Just beautiful!

Stacy Morgan said...

Gorgeous. Your coloring is awesome!

Ravengirl said...

Goregous work! I love that you stamped the sentiment on the patterned paper!

Allison Cope said...

Stunning! I love the glow of yellow behind your blooms - gorgeous! Love the use of the verse too! Beautiful card!