Sunday, October 23, 2011

A Magical Land




Good morning to all of you!    I am so excited.  I have just been invited to serve on the fabulous  Creative Team for  Nicecrane Designs.  I have always been impressed by the images designed by Ignacio Molina.  His work is gorgeous!  His blog can be found HERE.   This is the first card I created as a new Creative Team member for Nicecrane Designs.   His wonderful images and graphically designed background images can be found at  Nicecrane Designs.   Stop by and check out all his images!  You will be in for a treat!



These gorgeous images for his Adorable Alice series can be purchased at Nicecrane Designs.   You may also enjoy Ignacio's wonderful blog that can be found at  Nicecrane Designs Blog.


I selected this adorable little rabbit from the Alice in Wonderland Series.   Isn't he just adorable?  

Techniques:

  • Copic Alcohol Markers
  • On Paper blending
  • Tip to Tip Blending
  • Digital Image


Supplies:
Stamps:
Adorable Alice II/Alice in Wonderland Digital Image (Nicecrane Designs)

Paper:
Pure Luxury White Cardstock (GKD)
Cryogen/focal image (Curious Metallic)
Designer paper
Blue Cardstock (unknown color) (Bazzill)

Ink:
Copic Alcohol Ink (Too, Inc.)
Memento New Sprout Dye Ink (Tsukineko)

Other:
Computer, printer and software to edit picture size
Paper trimmer
Scor-Buddy (Scor-Pal)
Adhesive
Cuttlebug (Provo Craft)
Small and Large Petite Oval Nestabilities die (Spellbinders)
Jumbo Sponge Daubers (Tsukineko)
Hand crafted roses from card stock
Doohickey flourish die (Magnolia)





Copic: YR23, Y21, Y11, Y0000


B28, B26, B24, B21, B0000

Vest: G29, YG63, G40
Fan: G29, YG63, G40, C0, C1, C3
Rabbit: E50, E53, E55, R20
Die:  Petitie Oval Nestabilities.  Cut then embossed.   
Sponged:  Memento New Sprout Dye Based Ink


Focal Image Mat:   Petite Oval Nestabilities with Blue Cardstock to mach the blue color in the coat.


I created roses and leaves from card stock.   

Click to enlarge

The card was assembled and stickler were placed on the leaves and flourishes.

I hope you enjoyed this card.  I had a great time using these wonderful little images!  Thank you so much for spending some time with me!

Hugs,
Marie
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17 comments:

  1. RenkataOctober 23, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Hi Marie,
    so happy for uou dear. Gongrats.
    The card is so pretty, the images are very vintage and magical.

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  2. Barbara ColbertOctober 23, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Congrats!!! LOVELY LOVELY!!!! Your coloring is just amazing!!! And you really brought Mr. Rabbit to life!

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  3. Lisa MincklerOctober 23, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    I'll say it again...they always come to life on your cards. :)
    Sincere congratulations to you, Marie. I'm so proud of you!!
    Hugs,
    Lisa xx

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  4. Steph Lee (Arty Carty)October 23, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Congrats to you Marie!! Your coloring is simply amazing!! Hugz, Steph

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  5. Patricia St MartinOctober 23, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    I'm so happy for you. Congratulations on the new DT. Your Rabbit is stunning. He looks like he could jump out of the page. You did a great job on your roses and the background paper is perfect to match your colors. Love your card.

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  6. Carla S.October 23, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Congrats on your new DT, Marie! That image is amazing and so is your coloring! Beautiful embellishments, too!

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  7. Jane MillerOctober 23, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Congratulations. Your card is absolutely adorable. I love the image and your coloring is outstanding. I'm going to have to get the halloween images. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. Nicecrane DesignsOctober 23, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    Wowww,,,,Marie,,,,,I really love this bunnie,,,,,I was suire you would do a supberb work,,,,, colring it, and your yellow flowers are stunning,,,,,,,Welcome aboard my friend,,,,,hip, hip Hurra for Marie.......

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  9. charleneOctober 23, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    Congrats to you ! Great job on your card as always...
    Big hugs

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  10. Carolina Girl (Cely)October 23, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    The card is beautiful but your coloring is exquisite!!!!! My mouth just drops open every time you post a card!

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  11. Linda PalmerOctober 23, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Congratulations Marie! It is a beautiful card, so beautifully colored and embellished. I love everything you do.

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  12. Bonnie WeissOctober 24, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Another fabulous creation Marie. I don't know how it's possible but you seem to get better and better with each new creation. How do you perfect perfection???

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  13. Carol LOctober 24, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Hearty congratulations for your DT status! With your amazing coloring skills, you'll be a wonderful addition to the team! This card is just fabulous!! I love it!!

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  14. CraftinGrannyOctober 25, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    I'm in awe of your gorgeous coloring and fantastic image. Beautiful card Marie. Thanks for stopping by good luck in the candy draw. "Hugs"

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  15. CraftinGrannyOctober 25, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Forgot to say congrats on the DT spot. Looking forward to seeing more of these amazing images. "Hugs"

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  16. Shelby GoolsbyNovember 2, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Wow, this is absolutely stunning!! I love the colors but the way you colored it is amazing!!

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  17. Pretty Paper JunkieNovember 3, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    This is a amazing image, colored by an amazing talent. I can see why you were chosen.

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Thank you for visiting my blog. I look forward to your comments - It's like having a cup of coffee with an old friend!
Hugs,
Marie

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