I'm participating in a blog hop honoring Paper Crafts & Scrapbooking magazine and the folks who made it what it is. It shouldn't be a surprise to anyone that this organization, and those ladies are near and dear to my heart. (You should have arrived here from Donna Hitz's blog.)
I have been honored, nurtured, and encouraged by PC&S and the folks who run it. In a word, I'm grateful. Grateful for the inspiration, for the opportunities that PC&S has provided to me, and for how I have grown and been stretched through competitions, publication calls, and challenges. Most of all I'm grateful for the community that PC&S fostered. Without PC&S my world would be much smaller, and I would be missing out on some amazing friendships. Thank you PC&S, I am grateful for you!
My card features Paper Smooches Blossoming Buds dies/stamps. I cut a panel of watercolor paper and then used the dies to do some partial die cutting at the top and bottom of the panel. I then trimmed away the excess to create the finished piece.
The flower cluster was stamped on either end with Antique Linen Distress Ink to use as a guide and then I colored the images with Kuretake watercolors.
I added a scored frame to my card base for a little extra detail and then popped the stamped/painted panel up.
Many thanks again to PC&S, to Jennifer, Susan, Stacy, Kerri, and Holly and all the other very special folks who have worked for the magazine throughout the years, including your next stop on the blog hop: P. Kelly Smith. Ladies, I am eternally grateful.
Supplies Used
Paper/Cardstock: PTI - Kraft cardstock; Canson - Watercolor Paper
Stamps: Paper Smooches - Blossoming Buds
Ink: Ranger - Antique Linen Distress Ink; Versafine
Other: Paper Smooches - Blossoming Buds Dies; Kuretake Watercolors; Stampin Up - Score Board; Recollections - Foam Adhesive
What a gorgeous card. I love the partial die cutting technique with this.
ReplyDeletewow this is a gorgeous card.. and really sweet post..
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, Miriam. The way you have selectively die cut your focal image is amazing! Your project is a special way to pay homage to such a great magazine and group of creative ladies.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Miriam!!
ReplyDeleteOoh- gorgeous! Love the way you've coloured those flowers- I'd not have guessed they were Paper Smooches- must check them out. x
ReplyDeleteFabulous card! I love the stamping and watercolor technique you used!! I'm happy to call you a friend and am so lucky that PC&S brought us together!!
ReplyDeleteSimply GORGEOUS Miriam!
ReplyDeleteSo well said, Miriam!! A very humble and heartfelt tribute to PC&S. And wow, you always have amazing projects to share. These water colored flowers are incredible!!
ReplyDeleteI gasped at this beautiful card, Miriam! And love your written tribute to the mag. I'm thankful for this community that allowed me to meet wonderful people like you *hugs*
ReplyDeletemiriam, this is absolutely gorgeous. such an awesome post.
ReplyDeleteYou've done such an amazing job using this PS set! I love the happy colors and design! :)
ReplyDeleteLove your post, super love your card!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! Your words and your card are so touching :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card and post!!!
ReplyDeleteYour post is so genuine, sweet and heartflet! I couldn't have said it better...the card, wow. it is absolutely gorgeous!!!!! I see the growth in you over the years....Yes, you have done PC & S. proud! I am so happy that they recognize your big talent! HUGS!
ReplyDeleteYeppers. Well said. And beautifully watercolored :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card, Miriam! And such a beautiful post! Love!
ReplyDeleteWow this is stunning! Absolutely gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post along with a fabulous card! Your watercolored flowers are absolutely gorgeous! May
ReplyDeleteThis one's a stunner, Miriam! Great post :)
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! Great job on those lovely water colored flowers!:-)
ReplyDeletegorgeous Miriam!
ReplyDeleteThis is a perfect card for this blog hop. And your post really describes what the papercrafting community is all about!
ReplyDeleteSo lovely Miriam! Glad to have met you through PC&S!! :)
ReplyDeleteOne can tell you poured all your heart into this GORGEOUS card of yours!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful message too ;))
Miriam...this is just so beautiful. I love all your sweet flowers, just so pretty.
ReplyDeleteMiriam-your words are so well written, but even without them, your card says it all. Beautiful! What a day! And this brightened mine, my stop here. Take care :)
ReplyDeleteThis is so incredible, LOVE your partial die cutting and the coloring of the floral stamps is so pretty :)
ReplyDeleteIt's so sad about PC & S! I love holding and turning the pages of real magazines.
ReplyDeleteYour card is really pretty!
So very pretty...love the partial die cutting of the blossoms.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Miriam!! I really love your post and super duper pretty card!
ReplyDeleteso pretty
ReplyDeleteAdore those sweet water-colored flowers and your post says it all!!
ReplyDeletebeautiful card, Miriam!
ReplyDeleteLOVELY post Miriam..as well as your card:)
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous! I love ur water coloring :)
ReplyDeleteIm so late to the game on hopping through these cards. It's good to be back in town and I LOVE your card so so much!! It such a beautiful technique and perfect application. Really, you are amazing! Wonderful post!
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