Hi there! Welcome to a super fun two day blog hop event! Our crafty friend Ruby is celebration her blog anniversary with a blow out blog hop of crafty friends! WOWZA! I'm happy to be included. The theme of the hop is friendship and support. Perfect for the occasion! This hop is huge - with more than 60 guests and over $600 in sponsored prizes! Not only are we celebrating four years since Ruby first discovered card making but also crafting in general. This industry is made up of wonderful individuals who are creative, inspirational, kind, and incredibly supportive! Hop along so you can learn about why we create and how much joy it brings us! Ruby is a very special and talented lady and I am wishing her lots of continued success in her crafting journey! Grab a cuppa coffee and settle in.
If you're following along the hop line up, you should have arrived here from Darnell Knauss' blog! CLICK HERE to go to Ruby's blog to start at the beginning of the hop and read allll the details. If you're new to my blog because of the hop - I'm so happy to have you! I like to create projects with lots of layers and lots of color!
My project for today was made with a GORGEOUS stamp set from Waffle Flower. It's called Always.... I loved it the minute I saw it, and I finally bought it a couple weeks ago. Couldn't wait to get inky with it. I have seen so many beautiful projects made with this stamp set. SO, I really wanted to think of a way to make it my own and not like anyone else's card... Hmmmmm. Then a spark came to me! I'll create with this stamp set, with an Autumn theme! And watercolors! YES! So this beautiful girl got combined with leaves, mushrooms and flowers and she became an Autumn Princess! (Like me LOL) I'm so pleased with how it all came together. It took me a long time to watercolor all the pieces but it was relaxing and fun to create and I truly enjoyed the journey.
My card base is made with Kraft cardstock in an A2 size. I layered some pretty brown gingham for the next layer. The top layer, and all the pieces, are all watercolor paper. I used a beautiful background die from Reverse Confetti to make the rays on that top paper layer. I did a light wash of aqua watercolor paint for my background for all that color. I used my favorite Mijello Mission Gold watercolors for this project. (supply links are at the bottom of my post).
After I had my background set aside to dry, I stamped and die cut out lots of elements for this card... The girl, an extra birdie, leaves, floral stems, mushrooms...and on and on. I should have counted all the pieces! I use Versafine Onyx Ink since it is waterproof. I used a pretty warm color palette of red, orange, gold and olive green to color everything. I gave her pretty brown hair and one little leaf in her headband. This stamp is everything. Truly.
Here's a close up of my coloring/painting and the elements. I layered a second bird on top of the one in the main stamp - for extra oomph. Everything is attached to the card with foam tape, in layers. Tip: I lay all my pieces out first and play around until I get them exactly how I want them. Then I snap a quick photo with my phone so I can remember - and attach it all. I used the cute mushroom stamps from another Waffle Flower stamp set.
Side view to show the layers.... The sentiment is from My Favorite Things and it was heat embossed with white embossing powder onto a strip of rich black cardstock.
Thank you so very much for stopping by today! ENJOY this amazing hop! Plus there are more blogs on Tuesday! Woot! Next up in the line up is the blog of TIffany Au! See you soon! XOXO
PRIZES! YEAH!
In celebration of Ruby's anniversary, there are several amazing prize sponsors. Winners will be randomly selected from comments left on all the blogs. The winners will be announced by Wednesday, September 5 on Ruby's Blog! Make sure you remember to check back in with Ruby to see if you won something! Good Luck!
Studio Katia - $50 gift card
Hello Bluebird - $50 gift card
Altenew - $50 Gift card
Pinkfresh Studio - $30 gift card
Gina K. Designs - $50 gift card
Clearly Besotted - $35 gift card
Simon Says Stamp - $25 gift card
Spellbinders - Card Kit
winnie & walter - $40 gift card
Mama Elephant - $25 gift card
Hero Arts - $25 gift card
Nichol Spohr - Rainbow pencil case with new Spellbinders dies
Jennifer McGuire - $50 Simon Says Stamp gift card
Danielle Flynn - $25 Simon Says Stamp gift card
Picket Fence Studios - four $25 gift cards
SUPPLIES FOR TODAY!
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Thank you for sharing such a wonderful and beautiful cards.I love drawing and you are really an inspiration for me .Please keep sharing such cards.
Posted by: David Schillo | 09/27/2018 at 11:20 PM
Such a gorgeous card. Lovely coloring :)
Posted by: Priyanka Kantak | 09/04/2018 at 03:57 PM
Adorable card and so well done! So sweet. thx.
Posted by: Jan | 09/04/2018 at 03:11 PM
Beautiful layering of elements for this gorgeous girl. Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Andre M. | 09/04/2018 at 09:47 AM
Thank you for sharing your beautiful card. The coloring is stunning.
Posted by: Cary Ann Lombardo | 09/03/2018 at 03:37 PM
What a special card showing your friendship with Ruby!! Love it!
Posted by: Beverly Jordan | 09/03/2018 at 12:22 PM
I adore this Waffle Flower image and you have brought it to life beautifully!
Posted by: Linda Carson | 09/03/2018 at 02:20 AM
you are making me need this stamp! Love this card
Posted by: andrea murdock | 09/02/2018 at 02:39 PM
Beautiful card, the coloring is expertly done. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Laurie Black | 09/02/2018 at 02:21 PM
Wow! Just fabulous!! I just discovered this stamp set during Day 2 hopping (I hopped totally backwards...lol!) and I think you've just convinced me that I need it. Gorgeously watercolored... love the autumn theme... LOVE your layers and all of your fantastic wonderful little details.. quite awesome!
Posted by: Lisa Bzibziak | 09/02/2018 at 09:53 AM
SQUEAL!! Just BEAUTIFUL!! THANKS for sharing and have a FABULOUS WEEK!! =)
Posted by: Larissa Heskett | 09/01/2018 at 10:24 PM
Such a sweet and adorable card!
Posted by: Lucy E. | 09/01/2018 at 10:08 PM
Beautiful card! I love the dimension!
Posted by: Stacey Kowbel | 09/01/2018 at 09:40 PM
Gorgeous! Love the beautiful warm fall colors! Looking forward to the change in season. Autumn is my favorite time of year too!
Posted by: LC Lamothe | 09/01/2018 at 08:25 PM
What a beautiful card Wanda! The colors are just so beautiful.
Posted by: Ilda | 09/01/2018 at 06:38 PM
LOVE LOVE LOVE this autumn card!! So bright and beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Colleen Beamish | 09/01/2018 at 03:38 PM
Cute fall card! I love it and all of your pics on Instagram. I visit Sacramento often for work so I love seeing where you go so I can find new places while I'm there ☺️
Posted by: Amanda Laine | 09/01/2018 at 11:30 AM
luv how we can start with he same stamp set but still make it our own. your card feels so warm!
Posted by: Linnea Sundstrom | 09/01/2018 at 10:36 AM
Your Autumn princess is ever so lovely and sweet!
Huge congrats to Rubeena!
Posted by: D.AnnC | 09/01/2018 at 08:17 AM
Wanda, this is such a touching, beautiful card! Love the warm colors and the pretty design!
Posted by: Michele K. Henderson | 09/01/2018 at 07:32 AM
Love the Fall color palette. Such a sweet card!!
Posted by: Cheryl Rigney | 08/31/2018 at 11:04 PM
Just beautiful. Love it!
Posted by: Kate P. | 08/31/2018 at 04:44 PM
Love your cards; the little girl is so addorable! They are an inspiration. Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Nikoleta | 08/31/2018 at 04:43 PM
I love the colors you've chosen to express this season. Beautiful! It is handy to have a camera phone these days helping us to remember where things go, or choosing what we like better.
Posted by: Lorraine | 08/31/2018 at 04:05 PM
I love this stamp, as soon as I saw your card I thought, I hope she makes her into a winter princess next! Gorgeous coloring and style. TFS!
Posted by: Erica Marroquin | 08/31/2018 at 03:52 PM
Darling card & beautifully painted!
Posted by: Troy Louise Seegmiller | 08/31/2018 at 03:49 PM
Love the colors you used. Such a pretty card.
Posted by: Renee Swift | 08/31/2018 at 03:30 PM
Such a sweet card!!
Posted by: Patty Eifert | 08/31/2018 at 10:23 AM
Boy Waffle Flower has gotten most f my allowance for this mont already !
Posted by: Tracy L. | 08/31/2018 at 09:22 AM
I love anything autumn, so I think you did an amazing job on this card and giving it that fall flair! It's just beautiful! TFS and being a part of Ruby's anniversary!
Posted by: Tammy Lever | 08/31/2018 at 09:06 AM
Oh Wanda - this is just gorgeous! I love the layers you created with this amazing fall card. I'm loving the stitched rays and the soft blue you added. Love your autumn princess!! Can you feel it, fall is practically here!!! Yippee!!! :)
Posted by: Christy Q | 08/31/2018 at 04:30 AM
Oh my goodness this has definitely got to be one of my favorite cards! The little girl is just so precious! And your coloring is so gorgeous too! I also love the dimension that you have with the card also!!
Posted by: Cindy Holmes | 08/31/2018 at 12:30 AM
Beautiful Fall-themed card! That's such a pretty stamp set you used. I like how you layered all the flowers, leaves and mushrooms around the image of the girl. It creates such a nice frame around her. Thanks for the inspiration and for being a part of the celebration.
Posted by: Cathy Lillie | 08/30/2018 at 10:22 PM
So beautiful!
Posted by: Beata Ng | 08/30/2018 at 08:40 PM
Gorgeous!! I love how you colored and layered the images!
Posted by: Dana W | 08/30/2018 at 06:51 PM
As a fellow Autumn-lover, I really like the nod to my favorite season in the way you you put this card together. The plaid brown background really lets the pretty coloring of the stamped images shine. Great card!
Posted by: Denise Ward | 08/30/2018 at 04:21 PM
I know this is a repetitive response to your post. Your card is beautiful. No other words needed. Great post & thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Roberta S. | 08/30/2018 at 03:59 PM
Love all the dimension on your card and the pretty fall colors.
Posted by: Denise Mlady | 08/30/2018 at 03:53 PM
Sweet and pretty card...love this image from WF.
Posted by: Mary-Anne V | 08/30/2018 at 03:53 PM
This is card is just beautiful. I love your autumn princess! I am new to your blog and will be sure to return! Thank you. Congrats Ruby!!
Posted by: Jessica Williams | 08/30/2018 at 03:26 PM
FABULOUS card!! Love it!!
Posted by: Marisela Delgado | 08/30/2018 at 01:56 PM
Such a cute card
Posted by: Haley | 08/30/2018 at 11:41 AM
Your card is adorable and your coloring amazing !
Posted by: Isabelle | 08/30/2018 at 11:23 AM
Such a beautiful card. I do love that stamp set. Very nice coloring.
Posted by: Lisa Byers | 08/30/2018 at 09:29 AM
Such an adorable card. Love your coloring...and the uniqueness!
Posted by: Sherrie Johnson | 08/30/2018 at 09:03 AM
Beautiful card, such rich warm colors! Amazing !
Posted by: Heidi Rees | 08/30/2018 at 08:53 AM
Beautiful card! Love the colors and the layers.
Posted by: Jennifer Petersen | 08/30/2018 at 08:04 AM
love your autumn colors! thanks for sharing your creativity with us!
Posted by: Kathleen Mills | 08/30/2018 at 07:41 AM
Loving all the trendy mushrooms this fall! Warm and inviting card, she will love it!
Posted by: Jan Metcalf | 08/30/2018 at 05:56 AM
Oh my!!! What a sweet card!!! Beautiful colouring!!!
Posted by: Arianna Barbara | 08/30/2018 at 03:42 AM