... Hello! Just popping in with the new color challenge at The Color Throwdown, ctd340:
...and this is what I came up with:
I love roses... and this set is so pretty... too bad it is retiring...
The sketch came from Just Add Ink #260.
Thank you for stopping by,
Monika
Barbara ** Broni ** Joan ** Jodi** Lori
Monika (that's me) ** Tammy ** Vickie ** Wanda
Karen Giron, April Guest Designer
Kathy Schweinfurth, Guest Star Stamper
Stamps: Stippled Blossoms (SU!)
Ink: Melon Mambo, Marina Mist, Kiwii Kiss (SU!)
Paper: White and Silver Glitter (Recollections by Michael's), water color (The Artist's Loft), Vellum (misc)
Tools: Sending die (Simon Says Stamps), Label Maker (EKSuccess)
Embellishments: silver rhinestones (Recollections by Michael's), black thread (misc)
Adhesive: 3M Foam Mounting Tape and Double Sided Tape (Scotch), Glue Glider Pro (Glue Art), Tombo Multipurpose Liquid Adhesive
Such a beautiful card: lovely colours, such an airy and ethereal effects. Just lovely work!
Posted by: Jan Clothier | Thursday, May 07, 2015 at 05:41 AM
This is just gorgeous--every last element!
Posted by: Lori | Tuesday, May 05, 2015 at 10:19 PM
Yet another breathtakingly beautiful card, Monika! I love the contrast between the soft and bold elements. Thanks for joining in the fun at Just Add Ink. :)
Posted by: Christine Blain | Tuesday, May 05, 2015 at 02:56 AM
Love the pops of black on this sweet card!
Thanks for sharing with us this week.
Trish
JAI Design Team
Posted by: Trish | Tuesday, May 05, 2015 at 12:11 AM
Oh I love the contrast you created Monika between the soft subtle background and then the bright strong pop of the rose and glimmer on top. Just gorgeous! Thanks for joining us at Just Add Ink this week.
Posted by: Kim Badelt | Monday, May 04, 2015 at 08:26 AM
Beautifully done! You are amazing :) Hugs...!
Posted by: Patti J. | Friday, May 01, 2015 at 07:52 PM
GORGEOUSNESS! Pure and utter GORGEOUSNESS! The flower is AMAZING placed on the soft background, and the strip of silver glitter paper is the perfect accent! SO beautiful Monika!
Posted by: Jodi Collins | Friday, May 01, 2015 at 12:32 PM
Oh, Monika, how beautiful! I just love this stamp set (and too bad it's retiring), but what a gorgeous card, and I love the layout and the dreamy feel to it! Stunning! Hugs!
Posted by: CherylQuilts | Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 07:16 PM
Oh my this is beautiful! The pink flower paired with blue water color wash BG is amazing
Posted by: Deepti | Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 06:23 PM
OMGosh, this is STUNNNNNING, Monika! Geesh, EVERY week I say "I want to be you when I grown up!" when it comes to your designs! Gorrrrgeous work!
Posted by: Tammy Hershberger | Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 03:15 PM
Beautiful soft background, like your bow with the pretty flower, who doesn't like a touch of glitter too :)
Posted by: Conniecrafter | Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 12:36 PM
This is a very elegant card - beautiful!
Posted by: Karen Steele | Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 10:31 AM
very beautiful card and design!
Posted by: Manuela | Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 06:57 AM
Oh, boy, you've guessed it, hey ...I've fallen behind with blogvisits AGAIN!!!! This time I'm determined to really catch up and not stop before I have visited all my favorite blogs!!!! Your card is absolutely stunning, Monika!!!! The rose and leaves are so very, very beautiful and I love the sliver strip!!! As always all the detail are fabulous!!! Love how you've done the sentiment!!!
Can't wait to see the rest you've made, that I haven't seen yet!!!!!
Posted by: Petra | Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 04:28 AM
Wow, wow, wow! I simply adore this card and all of your glorious details! Thanks for joining us at Just Add Ink this week!
Posted by: Narelle Farrugia | Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 01:30 AM
This is beautiful, Monika! Love that glitter strip, and the pops of black really bring this palette to life!
Posted by: Jinny Newlin | Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 10:17 PM
Monika, this is stunning! Love how you used the colors!
Posted by: Mackie | Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 09:15 PM
Sigh. Totally LOVE this gorgeous card in every last detail! Pinning this for future reference!
Posted by: Wanda Cullen | Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 11:04 AM
Gorgeous card!! It all comes together wonderfully. Love the vellum, background, hint of glitter, and lovely flower!
Posted by: Seldeyak | Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 07:49 AM