Good morning lovely peeps,
I have some exciting news to share today :)
Simon Says Stamp has formed a new Simon Artist Group & little old me was thrilled to be asked to be a DT member, thanks so much Heidi xx. We will be showcasing new release Simon Says Stamp exclusive products & I'll be one of the lucky people who gets to play with them before they are unveiled to the world :) We will be showcasing new releases on our blogs & on Splitcoast Stampers, I love the idea of them all being in Simon's Splitcoast Stampers gallery together as it will be nice to see how we all use the same products differently.
Today is new challenge day at
I have some exciting news to share today :)
Simon Says Stamp has formed a new Simon Artist Group & little old me was thrilled to be asked to be a DT member, thanks so much Heidi xx. We will be showcasing new release Simon Says Stamp exclusive products & I'll be one of the lucky people who gets to play with them before they are unveiled to the world :) We will be showcasing new releases on our blogs & on Splitcoast Stampers, I love the idea of them all being in Simon's Splitcoast Stampers gallery together as it will be nice to see how we all use the same products differently.
Today is new challenge day at
& this week our challenge is
ANYTHING GOES
ANYTHING GOES
My lovely teamies & I are featuring TIM HOLTZ products on our cards this week, if you have any we'd love to see them but as always it's not compulsory to enter our challenge :)
On today's card I have gone shabby chic & gone back to doing something I always used to do which seems like a very long times ago now & it's distressing & adding lots of Picket Fence crackle paint to all my paper edges and also the embellies.
I have used the super cute Tilda with Daffodil basket from Magnolia's Little Easter collection.
You know when something isn't right and you aren't 100% happy with it, well that's what I felt with the grass as it seemed too light. I put my card on the coffee table last night and kept looking at the grass trying to decide if I should just leave it rather than risk messing it up now it was finished but me being me whipped out those copics about 1.30am this morning & went back in and added some more depth to the grass lol.
I've embossed & glittered the large heart behind my pin, I've made the small "pearls" around the image using Copic opaque white & a cocktail stick, & the white butterfly is made using Martha Stewart Crafters Clay. The pretty resin corner is by Melissa Frances & must be sold out as it's not in store today but Prima also have some very pretty one's here.
On today's card I have gone shabby chic & gone back to doing something I always used to do which seems like a very long times ago now & it's distressing & adding lots of Picket Fence crackle paint to all my paper edges and also the embellies.
You know when something isn't right and you aren't 100% happy with it, well that's what I felt with the grass as it seemed too light. I put my card on the coffee table last night and kept looking at the grass trying to decide if I should just leave it rather than risk messing it up now it was finished but me being me whipped out those copics about 1.30am this morning & went back in and added some more depth to the grass lol.
I've embossed & glittered the large heart behind my pin, I've made the small "pearls" around the image using Copic opaque white & a cocktail stick, & the white butterfly is made using Martha Stewart Crafters Clay. The pretty resin corner is by Melissa Frances & must be sold out as it's not in store today but Prima also have some very pretty one's here.
The Copic colours I've used are -
skin - E11, E00, E000, R12, hair - E44, E43, E41, dress & headscarf - V000, RV95, RV93, RV91 / C3, C1, C00, basket - W4, W2, W0, flowers - YR24, YR21, Y15, Y13, Y11 / R85, R83, R81, leaves - YG97, YG95, YG93 / YG67, YG63, YG61
As always our lovely Heidi is sponsoring our challenge with a fabby $50 is store spending spree
Don't forget to visit the SIMON SAYS STAMP STORE BLOG peeps for inspiration, candy and lots of lovely new or featured products.
I'm entering my card in the following challenges -
Make It Monday - anything goes, Inspire Me Fridays - anything goes,
My baby boy is back home tonight after his month of house sitting so we'll be back to a full house again :)
Thanks for stopping by
Congrats on the new DT spot Mandy... you deserve it! Any DT would be better with you on it!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card as always...LOVE IT!!!
Rina
A beautiful soft feminine card love all the details and image
ReplyDeletecarol x
This is beautiful! I am totally loving that zipper pull!
ReplyDeleteJust gorgeous card Mandy^_^Lovely image^_^
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Sonia
This is so gorgeous Mandy, i wasn't too keen on the new stamp collection but you have showcased this one perfectly!!
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Hazel xx
Wow! You made me speechless once again!! Absolutely stunning Mandy!!
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Gorgeous card Mandy :-) Tilda is lovely and the grass looks fab !! you are a mad woman !! :-) I have spent ages looking at all the details on this ,, absolutely amazing ! :-)
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Lols x x x
Amazing in every way! I love the zipper pull detail.
ReplyDeleteOMG It`s so lovely:)Amazing colouring - as always!
ReplyDeleteOMG Mandy!!!! She's adorable with her plumb little butt, lol!!! Love your colouring and the zipper is awesome! Your whole card is perfect! i love all your creations! Hugs, Brigitte
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your DT position. They are very lucky to have you among them, because your talent is beyond amazing!
ReplyDeleteYou card turned out beautifully! I love it! Hugs! xx
Oh wow totally stunning creation Mandy and as always you use the most adorable images and coloured them to perfection beautiful backing papers and lots of lovely embellis xx
ReplyDeleteTruly gorgeous hun...:o)
ReplyDeletebiggest of hugs Vicky xx
Wow Mandy, this is just adorable. The image is so sweet and the card as a whole is just so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHugs Sharon x
Stunning creation Mandy, absolut gorgeous. Love the new Maggies, well.... love them all.
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Gorgeous card, Mandy! Perfect for spring and the most wonderful embellishments :)
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Steph
Simon Says Stamp!
Oh how sweet, Mandy! What a breath of springtime!
ReplyDeleteSo darn sweet......adore your beautiful creation!!!!!
ReplyDeleteSoo adorable! You inspired me to take part in the challenge. Tim Holtz products are a favorite of mine!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous card Mandy. Beautiful soft colors and such wonderful little details.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous girly card. Congratulations on your new DT post :o)
ReplyDeleteJackie xx
So very beautiful again Mandy! Wonderful details and coloring. Let the spring begin!
ReplyDeleteHugs Thea
Stunning card, the pale pastel colour scheme is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Mandy, love all the pretty details, the charm and that cute zipper thingy! Hugs Frea
ReplyDeleteThis is adorable, Mandy! Love your soft colour palette and sweet Tilda image, coloured beautifully, as ever!! Stunning embellishments and I just LOVE the zipper! Lisa x
ReplyDeleteI adore your cards all the time and this one is so pretty in pink and happy. I love it. Congrats on the Simon position, a new group to inspire us will be great. Enjoy.
ReplyDeleteKelly
A beautiful card Mandy, wonderful colours, a gorgeous Tilda and so many beautiful details.
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Heather xx
She is just adorable, Mandy! I love this shabby chic look you mastered and the pastel coloring:)
ReplyDeleteWow, sooooooooooo gorgeous and beautiful!!! Hugs, Nicole
ReplyDeleteA beautiful card!Precious image!
ReplyDeleteHave a FABULOUS day,
Migdalia
GORGEOUS! Absolutely gorgeous! I love it! So many pretty details...I could stare at this all day!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing them with us at Make it Monday this week! Don’t forget to leave a comment for another entry and mention you saw them on MIM for a chance at our second prize! Good luck and I hope to see you back soon!
Rene
I love all of this Mandy esp the pretty pinks! Hugs Rebekah xx
ReplyDeleteHi Mandy, your card is gorgeous! I love the zipper embellishment with the jewel hanging from it and all the sweet little flowers!
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Suzan
I was not to much of a Fan of this Tilda.. But I must say.. You have made her look Great.. Fantastic Coloring.. And to me... the grass now Looks absolutely Perfect!! :o) Love the Details.. FAB FAB Bow and that zipper.. How Cute... And Beautiful Sewing too! :o).. Hope you are well.. Take Care! :o)
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