Thursday, May 26, 2016

CAS[E] this Sketch #174

I had another play with a lovely Hydrangea today for Chrissy Larson's fun sketch ... 
 
I've flipped it, switched it, and turned it upside-down, but I know that Chrissy won't mind one little bit .. she's sweet like that =]

For CAS[E] this sketch #174:


I must have been in 'purple mode' =]  Here is a little close-up - in lieu of bits of bling, I chose to do a little selective petal popping ...

Just an embossed stamping with VersaMark and Concord Grape - yes, you did read that correctly -
I applied VersaMark, then Concord Grape onto the stamp and clear embossed it!
Water-coloring done with several sittings of Concord Grape, and a bit of muddied Mustard Seed.
 
OH that was such a fun card to make!  Simple, but with happy results! 
 
We can tell by your cards that you're having as much fun as we are at CTS - can't wait to see what lovelies you'll pop into our gallery this week!
 
Thanks so much for your visit today!
 
=]  Michele
 
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41 comments:

  1. LauraJane:)May 26, 2016 at 11:51 AM

    LOVE the gentle falling of petals and all the purple! I'm sitting down to play with this very set today:)

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  2. Dotty JoMay 26, 2016 at 11:57 AM

    So pretty, Jo x

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  3. donna mikasaMay 26, 2016 at 11:58 AM

    Oh, I hope this is Julie's Mondo Hydrangea? I want to play with it, too now! Clear embossed Distress ink? Genius! And I know Chrissy won't mind one bit....fantastic take on her sketch!

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  4. Leigh PennerMay 26, 2016 at 12:49 PM

    This is gorgeous, Michele! And your colouring is fantastic! Fabulous take on the sketch!

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  5. JoyceMay 26, 2016 at 1:43 PM

    So very stunning, Michele. Love your take on the sketch, especially your coloring and selective petal popping.

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  6. Barb GhigMay 26, 2016 at 2:15 PM

    WOW! Really gorgeous take on the sketch, Michele! I love how you colored the blooms and how you added a touch of yellow...so lovely! You always know how to inspire me...that's for sure!!!

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  7. Anita in FranceMay 26, 2016 at 2:24 PM

    Oh, Michele, this is so beautiful ... such delicate colouring and such a gorgeous bloom! Love how the individual flowers are tumbling down the card as hugs! Hugs to you, mon amie, Anita :)

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  8. lostinpaperMay 26, 2016 at 4:10 PM

    Stunning Michele, love how you have taken this sketch to the next level!

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  9. Lisa EltonMay 26, 2016 at 4:54 PM

    BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL!!!

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  10. BobbyMay 26, 2016 at 7:23 PM

    Falling petals are better than bling any day, Michele. Your card is beautiful and I love how you cut around the sentiment.

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  11. Nora NollMay 26, 2016 at 8:57 PM

    Oh man!! This is STUNNING!!! I love the falling flowers and the purple!! Swoon!

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  12. MarybethMay 26, 2016 at 10:13 PM

    Oh I do love the close up of this beauty! Love the purple blooms!

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  13. SuchiMay 27, 2016 at 1:36 AM

    In LOVE with this card Michele! You rock lady- this card stole my heart! :)
    Suchi xx

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  14. Rachel JolleyMay 27, 2016 at 6:07 AM

    Such a soft and very pretty card, just lovely!

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  15. TaeEunMay 27, 2016 at 7:08 AM

    Love the placement of the flowers, that some petals have movement and your watercoloring with some rough shading! Very pretty card, Michele!

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  16. SusiMay 27, 2016 at 7:41 AM

    Michele, this card is so PRETTY! Love the cascading purple flowers and the elegant sentiment you chose for your card!

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  17. ~amy~May 27, 2016 at 8:21 AM

    rockin' the purple...love this!

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  18. UnknownMay 27, 2016 at 9:53 AM

    Blow me away...amazing!

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  19. tonileaMay 27, 2016 at 12:02 PM

    such a lovely card. Well done. What is the name and company of that stamp set? I have a hydrangea stamp but this one is prettier. Thanks

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  20. Diana KMay 27, 2016 at 12:03 PM

    So pretty it almost hurts. Seriously, Michelle, even the little fussy cut sentiment adds an extra special touch of goodness to your stunning card. Sigh.

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  21. Tracey McNeelyMay 27, 2016 at 1:04 PM

    A beautiful card and your technique rocks! I remember you teaching me about that when you visited me! It looks amazing in purple!

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  22. Cat CraigMay 27, 2016 at 2:01 PM

    Love your take on the sketch! Beautiful.

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  23. Kay MillerMay 27, 2016 at 7:10 PM

    Oh how pretty this is! Purple is my favorite color!! Cool embossing and beautiful watercoloring! Happy weekend!

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  24. Susanne VargasMay 27, 2016 at 7:40 PM

    Oh, what a lovely card! You are making me want that hydrangea...!

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  25. Cornelia (fun stamping)May 27, 2016 at 8:04 PM

    Just gorgeous - your coloring is perfect!

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  26. Jen W.May 27, 2016 at 8:38 PM

    LOVE the petal popping and the fussy cut sentiment! So gorgeous!

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  27. JulieMay 28, 2016 at 6:17 AM

    So pretty and fresh. Love it.

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  28. Valentyna KomisarenkoMay 28, 2016 at 8:20 AM

    What a purple!!! And flowers, amazingly beautiful and delicate!

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  29. LeAnneMay 28, 2016 at 8:28 AM

    Gorgeous! These flowers are so lifelike, I think they could float right off the page! Just lovely!

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  30. TKMay 28, 2016 at 11:54 AM

    Beautiful! It's wonderful the way that you just popped up a few of the petals!

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  31. Chriss BlagraveMay 28, 2016 at 12:25 PM

    Perfect and delicate. So very elegant. Love this ❤️

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  32. KarrenMay 28, 2016 at 5:51 PM

    This is beautiful, Michele, and your petal popping is a fabulous look!

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  33. Jenni's JemsMay 28, 2016 at 8:17 PM

    Wow thought Id never reach the end of your comments that is one popular card (&you too of course lol)and I can see why simply gorgeous and those falling petals just finish it perfectly !x

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  34. Jenni's JemsMay 28, 2016 at 8:17 PM

    Wow thought Id never reach the end of your comments that is one popular card (&you too of course lol)and I can see why simply gorgeous and those falling petals just finish it perfectly !x

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  35. OlgaMay 29, 2016 at 4:52 PM

    So pretty!

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  36. SharronMay 31, 2016 at 9:37 PM

    Amazing, Michele! LOVE your take on the challenge sketch. Your coloring is gorgeous and the dropping petals create just the right amount of movement!

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  37. Karen DunbrookJune 1, 2016 at 7:19 AM

    gorgeous card!

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  38. BrendaJune 1, 2016 at 12:26 PM

    Beautiful card, I am also loving that stamp set too. Hugs, Brenda

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  39. UnknownJune 3, 2016 at 2:58 PM

    Love love love this!

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  40. Chriss BlagraveJune 4, 2016 at 4:03 PM

    Gasp!
    Stunning! ❤️

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  41. Petra SwartJune 10, 2016 at 6:30 AM

    You've done wonders with Chrissie's great sketch, Michele!!!!! Love your beautiful hydrangea flowers that you have watercoloured so perfectly!!!! The panels that are just a teeny tiny little bit askew are just great and gives a lovely effect!!!! WOW, this is sooooooo beautiful!!!
    Hugz

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