Friday, May 08, 2020

Happy Mother's Day

Hi everyone.  Today I'm sharing a Mother's Day card I made using a Layered Stencil that I've had for a long time but never used. :)  I do have a LOT of those in my studio! :)  Entering this card into NBUS #14 (never-before-used-schtuff).


I sponged two colours of distress inks for both the flower and leaves.  I removed the stencil and decided that I wanted more of a watercolour look, so pulled out my paint brushes and got to work.  Stamped with a beautiful sentiment from Penny Black to finish the card.

I will miss seeing my Mom on Mother's Day.  Believe this is the first time I won't be seeing her on her special day.






Stamps:  Gratitude (Penny Black)
Paper:  Mixed Media (Strathmore 140 lb.)
Ink:  Distress Inks:  Tattered Rose, Abandoned Coral, Twisted Citron, Mowed Lawn (Tim Holtz); Obsidian ink (Altenew)
Accessories & Tools:  Dahlia layering stencils (Altenew), sponges, paint brushes

Challenges:
NBUS #14

18 comments:

Diane said...

What a fabulous stenciled design Loll.

Hugs Diane

Pat said...

This stencilled flower is a beauty Loll and the beautiful font for the sentiment. A beautiful bright card! x

Liz said...

A beautiful stencilled design, Loll. Lovely card. xx

Bonnie said...

A beautiful watercolor look on these large stenciled flowers, Loll! Hopefully you can talk to your mom on her special day. I know she'll miss spending time with you but as long as you are all healthy, all is good! Happy Mother's Day to you, my friend!

Susan said...

What a beautiful large bloom! Love the shading and the simple design. Your mother will love it - such a shame you won't be able to spend the day with her.

kiwimeskreations said...

A beautiful card Loll - yes, these are strange times, and strained times too.
Stay safe
Blessings
Maxine

Brenda in IN said...

Beautiful watercolor look on the flowers and a great stencil. Keeping Mom safe is the main thing this year as well as yourself. Hopefully you can talk or facetime or zoom with her.

Marcia Hill said...

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL Loll! I have that stencil too and don't remember if I've ever used mine either...oh brother! NEED to start using what I do have before I start ordering more! Sigh.... But anyway, your card is so pretty and I'm loving the gorgeous colors you used...bright, vibrant, and happy and your mom is going to LOVE it! Tomorrow will be a hard day for so many...

Barb Ghig said...

Beautiful watercoloring and I love your color palette, Loll! Your mom is really going to love this card...Hang in there, my friend...this can't go on forever! Happy Mother's Day to you! Barb xx

HilaryJane said...

Love the colours and the shading. Your Mum will love it xx

TK said...

Lovely, Loll! Wonderful that you started with sponging and then put your own spin on it with water coloring!

Papercraft Boutique said...

Lovely shades of the Dahlia petals, Loll! The coral/peachy pink is so pretty! Happy mother's day tomorrow! I'm sure Jessie is going to give you a sweet message in her language. ;-P Hideko xx

Anita in France said...

So pretty, Loll ... the fresh, bright colours are so happy ... your Mom will be delighted! Hugs, Anita :)

Mac Mable said...

What a striking layering stencil and the prettiest of colours. Happy Mother's Day Loll x.

Linda said...

This is gorgeous, such pretty colours xx

Jo said...

Love this powerful card, would be perfect for my mom who can't see much anymore ...92 y o.
Know how you feel in this surreal world we're going through. Hope you and all your family are well. xx

Leslie Miller said...

Wowie! Gorgeous!

BożenA said...

Such a beautiful card, Loll. Beautiful, juicy colors
xx