Monday, July 26, 2010

Bamboo Gratitude

Last week I created a card for a challenge to use watercolors in some way.  That card turned out great but this was actaully my first attempt.  I like it too but the challenge was for a One Layer Card.  You can imaging me slapping my forhead after finishing this card and then realizing my mistake! 

No problem, as I had played around with this great bamboo image and created a few different versions with it. 

The main image on this card is actually smooth watercolor paper matted with black cardstock and then placed on a very vanilla card base.  When doing the faux watercolor technique, watercolor paper accepts the color well and makes for a great final result!  I love it paired with this bold sentiment too. 

Supplies: Stamps - Decorative Bamboo (Hero Arts), sentiment from Spiral Bouquet (Papertrey Ink), Ink - Jet Black (Ranger), Paper - Very Vanilla, Basic Black (Stampin' Up!), smooth watercolor paper; Other - watercolor crayons (Stampin' Up!), spray bottle. 

Thanks for dropping in.  Have a wonderful day!
Donelda
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6 comments:

  1. Linda PalmerJuly 26, 2010 at 9:39 AM

    This is a beautiful card. I think you have great ideas and make beautiful cards. Love your CAS look. I never seem to make them look right.

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  2. Jessica G.July 26, 2010 at 4:34 PM

    Gorgeous -- CAS at its finest! The stamping technique really makes it look like a true watercolor with those beautiful, soft colors showcased on the crisp background!!

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  3. LindseyJuly 26, 2010 at 7:23 PM

    Ooh, I like this version, too!

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  4. Emily LeiphartJuly 30, 2010 at 12:21 PM

    So stunning and gorgeous!

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  5. AnonymousJuly 31, 2010 at 9:39 AM

    Oh, I love this one! The bamboo is wicked!

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  6. AnonymousAugust 11, 2010 at 5:32 PM

    Lovely card!!! So elegant and wuch great colours!
    (Link to your card was in Hero Arts tweets)
    Sharon D. from Canada

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