Friday, April 15, 2011

Crafty Secrets Birthday Blessings Poppy Card

Good morning! Today, I have a card to share with you using some of the stamp sets from Crafty Secrets. I am so happy with how that card turned out and I love the image of the poppies. I used three stamp sets from Crafty Secrets, Poppy for the flower image, Artsy Banner for the script background and lacy trim and Angel Blessings for the sentiment.To start I stamped the image of the Poppies from the Poppy stamp set on to Simply Smooth Ivory from Discount Cardstock using Rich Cocoa Ink. I added the color using three shades of red Copic Markers. Do you see the red mark above the top flower? Yep, dropped the marker right after I finished coloring the flowers! I hate when stuff like that happens!! But I really liked how the flowers were turning out and I didn't want to have to scrap it so I covered it up. ;-) Next I added color to the leaves and stems using Copic markers.I inked the edges of the paper with Spiced Marmalade and Dried Marigold Distress Inks from Ranger. I added the script stamp from Artsy Banner to the background. I wasn't really worried about the script showing up on the leaves but I didn't want it on the flowers so I created a mask for the flowers.Remember the red spot from dropping the marker? Covering it up with the little dragonfly did the trick. ;-) I used the Birthday Blessings stamp from Angel Blessings for the sentiment with Tuxedo Black Ink. I also added three Black Pearls from Want2Scrap in the upper corner.The lacy trim stamp is from Artsy Banner.
Supplies
Stamps: Crafty Secrets Poppy, Artsy Banner, Angel Blessings
Paper: Discount Cardstock Simply Smooth Ivory, Berry Red Double Mates, Soot
Ink: Tsukineko Memento Rich Cocoa, Tuxedo Black; Ranger Antique Linen, Spiced Marmalade, Dried Marigold Distress Inks; Copic Markers
Accessories: Want2Scrap Black Pearls; Beacon Adhesives Zip Dry, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L 3D Foam Squares


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Thank you so much for stopping by today and I hope you have a wonderful weekend!!

Hugs & Smiles,
Heidi
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34 comments:

  1. StampNScrapJunkieApril 15, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Heidi! This is absolutely gorgeous! Love it! :)

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  2. bethannApril 15, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    this is so beautiful. love poppies. the addition of the d'fly is great, one would never know you had a spot there.

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  3. lonesome55dove [aka/krazy4kardz]April 15, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous card!!! Very clever and cute way to hide the boo-boo! :)

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  4. NikkiApril 15, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    This is just stunning how it turned out and loved that you just hide the little opps
    that's what embellishments are for lol
    hugs Nikki

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  5. AnonymousApril 15, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    waaaaaauw this card
    is absolutely stunning.

    These flowers are so beautifull coloured

    Tine

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  6. 1CardCreatorApril 15, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    Gorgeous card Heidi! Thank you for showing us how to do it. Thanks too for sharing with us that even the experts can make a mistake, you recovered well with the dragonfly :-)
    ~Diane

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  7. Sheila BApril 15, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    OMG This is a beautiful card. You do lovely cards, this one is exceptional:)

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  8. Heartwarmers from VickiApril 15, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Heidi the coloring on that card is so awesome! It almost looked like a photograph or sticker. The coloring is just so perfect. Beautiful card!

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  9. DottyA Cards & ThingsApril 15, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    Poppies are one of my favorites... and you did a beautiful job on these...! You got the RED perfect!!! And your little Dragonfly is a great trick and looks so cute too! The whole look is just perfect together.

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  10. Anna Rosa DesignsApril 15, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Hello Heidi,
    Oh Gosh, you just put everything together sooo right!
    Have a fun weekend,
    Hugs,
    Anna

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  11. SusanApril 16, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    Stunning card -- your colouring of the poppies is outstanding. I just love every element of your card!

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  12. Crafty Secrets Heartwarming Vintage Co.April 16, 2011 at 2:53 AM

    Your poppy card is stunning Heidi and the dragonfly is perfect!

    Sandy

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  13. Phyllis SApril 16, 2011 at 3:53 AM

    Fabulous card - and so nice to know that others occasionally have an "oops". Nice recovery, we never would have known. Thanks for sharing!

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  14. kathy sApril 16, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    love your card -love the vibrancy of the red poppies and as I say -no mistakes in crafting only creative opportunities love your dragonfly too-thanks for sharing

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  15. Joanna McDonaldApril 16, 2011 at 5:13 AM

    This is absolutely stunning!! And
    thanks for giving step by step
    instructions - I love it and it is
    a big learning aid!

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  16. UnknownApril 16, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Beautiful card Heidi, the poppy's colors are fantastic. I love how you covered your mistake.

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  17. AnonymousApril 16, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Beautiful poppies card. Love the striking colors. Thanks for the steps on how to do it. Edna

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  18. schmidtrvApril 16, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Heidi,
    I love this card. It is just beautiful. If you don't mind I would like to copy your idea for a very good friend that has been ill for a while.
    Vicky Schmidt

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  19. Becky JoApril 16, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    I LOVE this card - the colors, design, everything! Your coloring is outstanding!! The cover up is great, too! Guess it was meant to happen as it adds to the overall card. TFS Hugs!!

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  20. AngelnorthApril 16, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    Fantastic colouring Heidi, this looks spectacular! Great use of that "embellishment opportunity" too - the dragonfly looks fab!

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  21. pqueenieApril 16, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    This card is absolutely beautiful!Love red.

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  22. Jan CastleApril 16, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    WOW! Now this is what I call a drop dead gorgeous card Heidi!!!!! It grabs you from the minute you see it and does not let go!!! Love it!
    Jan Castle
    P.S. Your 'save' is PERFECT!

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  23. MaryApril 16, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    What an absolutely beautiful card. The poppies are the pretiest I've seen....great job coloring them.

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  24. snowbearApril 16, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Beautiful card! Your coloring and shading is fabulous!!

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  25. MarlisApril 16, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Oh Heidi, your card is so beautiful !!! I like it so much !!!
    Hugs Marlis

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  26. LindaApril 16, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    This is so amazing! Your coloring is beautiful. I love Crafty Secrets I have to look for this stamp. It is wonderful.

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  27. TerreApril 16, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    Stunning my friend, love your colors and all the attention to details, everything you touch just turns out amazing.

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  28. AnonymousApril 16, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    hi i just came across your blog and am following now cant wait to see more. great work!!!

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  29. NandaApril 17, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    Just wonderful! It is beautiful colord. I like the brightnes off the flowers.

    Hugs,
    Nanda

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  30. NancyApril 17, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    Gorgeous card I love how you have colored the poppies. I have this stamp and needed some inspiration on how to color the poppies. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent! I love looking at your blog.

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  31. AnonymousApril 17, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Love this card and have tried to find it to buy on Crafty Secrets and can't get it to come up???? Will try to give them a call on Monday. Edna

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  32. Vicki ChrismanApril 17, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    Heidi..this card is SO BEAUTIFUL! Stunning!

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  33. UnknownApril 18, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Beautiful card! Love your coloring and your embellishment opportunity for the dragonfly. :) I didn't know they had a lacy embellishment set of stamps, I like that border, will have to check it out. Lots of inspiration here just from one card. TFS.

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  34. Nana Bluebird aka Kathy AhoApril 21, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    Thanks for joining us at VIP! It was a great class. You did a wonderful job. Thanks for all the tips. Best wishes,
    Kathy

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