I stuggle with watercolor. I love what I see others doing, but I have not mastered this form. I haven't even minored it.
I've been watching videos and trying different techniques. I did a butterfly that went into the garbage. I've done some flowers that don't even look like flowers; they look like orange blobs on green lines.
Here is a birthday card I made for my Mom and I am actually very happy with it.
I followed some instructions that Jennifer McGuire shared in this video:
Watercoloring with Distress Markers with Jennifer McGuire
Now I used Tombow markers because those are the markers I have the best selection of. I also tried the ironing to transfer the embossing powder to typing paper and I had no success. I used clear embossing powder from Stampin Up. The stamp is by Close to My Heart. The sentiment stamp is by Avery Elle.
Thanks for stopping by the blog today. I hope you try watercoloring. I think it's one of those techniques that takes practice - just like coloring.
Have a great day and be inspired.
April
Psalm 91:1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
I've been watching videos and trying different techniques. I did a butterfly that went into the garbage. I've done some flowers that don't even look like flowers; they look like orange blobs on green lines.
Here is a birthday card I made for my Mom and I am actually very happy with it.
I followed some instructions that Jennifer McGuire shared in this video:
Watercoloring with Distress Markers with Jennifer McGuire
Now I used Tombow markers because those are the markers I have the best selection of. I also tried the ironing to transfer the embossing powder to typing paper and I had no success. I used clear embossing powder from Stampin Up. The stamp is by Close to My Heart. The sentiment stamp is by Avery Elle.
Thanks for stopping by the blog today. I hope you try watercoloring. I think it's one of those techniques that takes practice - just like coloring.
Have a great day and be inspired.
April
Psalm 91:1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
What a beautiful card for your mum.
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Beautiful card! I've watched videos too and your card turned out fantastic. The flowers look like they are an image separate from the base. I had to look closely to see that they are part of the technique....I think??? Nicely done!
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Dee B
Hi April! That is an awesome card. I am having trouble getting inspired and so glad I came to visit you today for some inspiration. Your blog always inspires me even though I am not a card maker or stamper. Big hugs and keep on painting those cards. This one is SO pertty! Oh and I am going to go check out that line too!
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