I fell in love with this Flourishes' Stamp Set called Swan Lake. It has so many pieces that can be mixed and matched. I found out while in England that my sister loves swans - who knew? So, this card will be going to her.
I used some K&C dp that I've been hoarding as I just love to look at it. Such pretty combo of colors. I made this card larger than most - 5.5x5.5 and added the top nestie piece, so it's probably about 5.5x5.75 all together.
I watercolored the image with orchid oppulence, marina mist, pear pizzaz and old olive. I sparkled up the swan and babes and a few of the flowers. Wish it picked it up in the photo. The swans look a lot prettier. I used the circle nesties for the image and framing and the lacey circle nestie for the full framing. I popped up the image and lacey nestie panel on dimensionals. Added some marina mist silk ribbon and a flower on top of the ribbon.
That about does it. No challenges here, just having fun with a cooool set I received from Peggy-Sue some time back - thanks Peggy-Sue.
Thanks for lookin' and have a great week.
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Date: Tuesday, January 18, 2011 GMT Views: 1456
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Registered: April 18, 2009 Location: Boston suburbs, MA Posts: 14060
Wed, Jan 19, 2011 @ 7:44 PM
Your sister will be so lucky to receive this, Pamzi!! That swan lake set really is stunning, and you worked wonders with it making this beautiful scene. I love all the blues and purples you used. They make this card look so peaceful. What a stunning work of art you've created, Pam!
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My kids are on SCS: ponyluvingirl (age 14) and Legoboy (age 10)
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Registered: April 18, 2009 Location: Boston suburbs, MA Posts: 14060
Wed, Jan 19, 2011 @ 7:45 PM
PS Glad you aren't sending it to Debzi. She'd have to burn it on suspicion of spy equipment, and that would be a huge shame.
------------------------------ ~ Emily ~ My BLOG
My kids are on SCS: ponyluvingirl (age 14) and Legoboy (age 10)
I'm a Punchkateer! ~ I design for DeNami Design Rubber Stamps
Registered: June 10, 2007 Location: BC Posts: 44872
Thu, Jan 20, 2011 @ 12:31 AM
Ohhhh Pamzi! That is just delightful! Gorgeous new set! You r sister is certain to love it!Gorgeous colours, so elegant, great layout -and I especially love your little rosette on the ribbon!! Who would ever guess that hidden within that lovely rosestte is a bug... not me! , not ever!! I'm certain your sister will love it, and you will gain insight into her life!
Enjoying your toilet top - never gets dusty!!! Nicely placed!! ;)
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Thu, Jan 20, 2011 @ 1:40 PM
Ahh...total peace and tranquility! Pamzi, this is just gorgeous! Your sis will love you for it! Hugz.....
------------------------------ Pat Smethers "The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden." Isaiah 58:11
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Tue, Jan 25, 2011 @ 10:01 PM
Very pretty. I'm sure that now that you have Queen status that this will be going to the Queen of England, not your sister in England... Gorgeous card. Clever the way you've disguised the spy camera in the little rosette. Purdy, purdy.
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