Had today off AND hubby was at work - so I was able to spend it stamping - YIPPEE!!!
I hadn't inked up this image yet, and before doing so went for a visit in Anne Ryan's beautiful gallery because I remebered seeing her do absolutely amazing things with this image. So this card was inspired by several lovely Greta cards I saw in Anne's gallery - Thanks Anne!!
This card is for the birthday of one of my new PUNCHKATEER PALZ (March 17th). I didn't have any good St. Patty's day stuff, but did add enough green to Greta's beautiful suite to cover it (I think)!!
This new wonky square Nestie seemed to be made especially for Greta, but has one corner cut off in order to fit onto the 4.5" x 6" card. Greta is colored with markers. The bling is actually irridescent green gemstones - they sparkle in greens, blues and purples and they are specatular IRL!!
Also entered this card in the Tuesday Teapot Challenge - it's the First Annual Teapot Tuesday A-Card-&-Me Awards - How FUN is that??!!!!
March seems to be a popular birthday month for the Punchkateerz - I think I joined this fun little group just in time LOL!!
Thanks everyone for looking!
Audrey aka Audzie
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Registered: March 24, 2006 Location: Deep in the Heart of TEXAS Posts: 15980
Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 8:36 AM
AWESOME!! Love that image, those colors, that neat shape and your lovely ribbon!! Beautifully done!!
------------------------------ Phyllis Young at heart, slightly older in other parts. We really never grow up, we just learn how to act in public!! What if you woke up today with only what you had thanked God for yesterday??
Registered: December 15, 2008 Location: Kingsland, Georgia Posts: 29927
Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 8:57 AM
Wow, the coloring and shading on this masterpiece is to be envied!!! Can I get a lesson...lol What a spectacular card. I am in awe of your fabulous talent.
Bear Hugs,
Bearzi
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Registered: July 27, 2007 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 132008
Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 11:20 AM
I'm learning something new - I always thought that was a CHF image. Gorgeous green dress and wonderful sponging on the diamond panel. I think of Anne when I see that image , it's going to be fun seeing how often she comes out today and what different people do with her.
Registered: October 3, 2009 Location: In a state of grace Posts: 10850
Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 11:40 AM
Oh, how I love Greta! Your coloring is spectacular and framing her in the wonky square is pure genius! The crimping sets this off perfectly...wonderful card, Audrey. Anne is delighted, I'm sure
------------------------------ MarieMy time is not mine to have, but mine to share
Registered: March 11, 2008 Location: Sacramento, California Posts: 39766
Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 1:06 PM
WOWZA! Your channeled Anne Ryan quite well. This is simply gorgeous beyond gorgeous. Oh my word! Truly a red carpet kind of card. Love how it just glows. Well done. TFS :0)
------------------------------ Cathy B aka: Mutnik ....or is it Nutmeg?! I get so confused!
Smile.......people will wonder what you are up to! :0) Proud Fan Club Member 2010 DT forRubbernecker Stamps My Gallery
Registered: November 17, 2006 Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia Posts: 52798
Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 3:24 PM
Audrey Ann, this is absolutely gorgeous. Beautiful image and wonderfully coloured.. love the Nesty shape, it is so perfect for your image.. awesome design... Welcome to the Teaparty....
Hugs..Pat
Registered: January 19, 2009 Location: iowa Posts: 37114
Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 4:09 PM
Wow a lady in red and how a classy lady in green! Beautiful Audrey! I love the funky shape! Great ribbon treatment! Lauren is going to be blown away with all of these wonderful cards! TFS
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Registered: March 5, 2007 Location: Coatesville, Pennsylvania Posts: 44981
Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 4:12 PM
Audzi......this is amazing!!!! I really LOVE your design and oo-la-la....what a looker this gal it!!!! She's got it going on!!!!
------------------------------ Lesley Proud Fan Club and RAK Member He is the GOD of the Impossible!!!! Kookzi the Rookzie Punchkateer It is by the grace of God that we take our next breath.
Registered: September 12, 2007 Location: Wake Forest, NC Posts: 61357
Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 4:51 PM
Audrey, this is fabulous. Yes, she is my most covetted image of all. You've certainly done her justice. The image is so perfect too with that nestie. WooHoo!
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Registered: May 18, 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 24623
Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 4:57 PM
All I can say Audzi, is my birthday is on the 14th of every month, so you owe me 1 card per month!!! Actually, I can't wait till 9/14 so I can get a one and only Audzi created card. I can't even begin to tell you how much I love this. Yes, Anne Ryan does wonders with these images. You have nailed it and with green for a St. Patty's Dat B-day. Again, you are zee zmart one! Love the gems and that awesome ribbon treatment. What a lucky Punchkateer. I see you've joined the teapotters. When you get teapot famous, don't forget about our lil' punchkateer group!!
------------------------------ Pam Co-Founder of The Punchkateerz! Fan Club Member FS149, QFTD44