Tammy at Flourishes has challenged us to check out the photo below and be inspired! Maybe you’re inspired by the colors, the ribbons, the patterns, the topiary itself? Whatever you like… anything goes!
Sounds good to me!
I was inspired by the bold colors of pink, orange and yellow green. I also tried to mimic the shape of the topiary in my design.
This is the Sweet Violets stamp set by Flourishes. Such a pretty set. I used my wonderful Spellbinders Grand Caliber to cut my dies. Tsukineko inks are a must for me, in this case I used Momento Black. This is the best ink if your plan to color with Copics.
When I think of violets I don't just think of pinks,purples and blues.
Growing up, my grandparents participated in an African Violet club. They grew literally hundreds of these plants! I loved to help water the Violets and esp. loved the ones that were in the pink and reddish tones. I also loved the pretty luminous sheen of the flower petals!
I sure miss those days... ;D
Gorgeous card Diana! What a fab job coloring those sweet blossoms! Thanks for joining along with FTTC :)
Posted by: Mona Pendleton | Sunday, January 15, 2012 at 08:16 PM
Wowza, this is gorgeous! You captured the colors beautifully from the inspiration piece, and your coloring on the flowers is fantastic! Thanks for joining us for the Timeless Tuesday challenge at Flourishes!
Posted by: Tammy Hershberger | Saturday, January 14, 2012 at 06:56 AM
How pretty! Love the layout of your card and those violets are magnificent!!! I've never seen any that color, but I hope I do someday. They are beautiful. Thanks for joining us for the Timeless Tuesday challenge.
Posted by: Cheryl Lea | Friday, January 13, 2012 at 08:50 PM
Oh gorgeous use of the colors!! Happy New Year my friend!
Posted by: vicki dutcher | Friday, January 13, 2012 at 10:23 AM
Your card is stunning - such lovely colors!
Posted by: Betty Benton | Friday, January 13, 2012 at 09:47 AM
oh so beautiful! (reminds me of an image from Isabella) love these colors
have a great weekend!
Posted by: linda p | Friday, January 13, 2012 at 07:34 AM
Diana, this is just all kinds of lovely. I especially like the addition of the tulle.
Blessings on your weekend,
Teresa
Posted by: Teresa Arsenault | Friday, January 13, 2012 at 04:42 AM