Friday, October 29, 2010

Friday Sketchers & Wags ‘n Whiskers Challenges

Happy Friday! Sorry for so many days between postings. It has been a busy week for me and I just didn’t have too much time to devote to my blog, but I do have two cards to share with you today!

This week Friday Sketchers is being hosted by my good friend Claudia and as usual, her sketch is a gorgeous one.

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This is one of the new Christmas Magnolias. I think she is absolutely the sweetest little thing. I paired her up with some gorgeous Christmas DP. I love how muted and rich the colors are. I decided to add just a touch of ribbon and this sparkly slider and found that I didn’t need anything else!

  • Stamps: Magnolia 2010 Christmas Collection
  • Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black
  • Paper: SU! Sahara Sand Cardstock, Basic Grey Wassail Collection
  • Coloring: Copic Markers, Stickles ~ Diamond
  • Embellies: Oval Ribbon Slider, May Arts Ribbon

    Be sure to check out all the samples that my fellow DT sisters have created for your inspiration. 

    Aud, Bea, Claudia, Tanja, Jacque, Janneke, Jorunn Inge

    We hope  you will be able to play along and post your own creation on the Friday Sketcher blog. We are being hosted this week by Lauretta’s Digital Stamps.

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    My next card is for this week’s Wags ‘n Whiskers Challenge which is Black & White. We have changed the challenge rules. You can now use any stamp you wish although we would still love to see your Wags creations!

    I was inspired by the Cute Card Thursday challenge which was to used acetate as well as the A Spoonful of Sugar Challenge which is to “get punchy”.  My patterned paper is on the inside of the card and the colored image is on the front acetate panel.

    This image “He Loves Mewas what came to mind when I saw this particular challenge. I thought she would look perfect as an old-fashioned “snapshot”.

    Whiff of Joy 2010 - Page 136  

    I think you can see it better in this picture:

    Whiff of Joy 2010 - Page 135 

    here is another view:

    Whiff of Joy 2010 - Page 134

    and a close up of the colored image. I used Copics C00, C1, C3, C5,C7,C9 and sponged with Brushed Corduroy distress ink. And because I know that I will be asked (LOL!) the fancy lace is from Stamp & Create and can be found ~here~. It is gorgeous!

    Whiff of Joy 2010 - Page 133

    Don’t be afraid to try out a black & white palette. It is not as hard as you may think and you will end up loving the results!

    You can see more Black & White creations created by the talented Divas on the Wags ‘n Whiskers Blog.

    Thanks for stopping by and once again, sorry about my lack of postings this week!

    28 comments:

    Kellie said...

    WOW both of these are absolutely GORGEOUS! But the black and white image stole my heart! I LOVE colouring images black and white, not only do they come out looking amazing like your image, but they match everything hehe! Stunning work hun!
    Hugs Kel xx

    Maria Therese said...

    Wooooooooow your good at coloring black and white images!! Love both your cards!!

    Inge Groot said...

    Wow your cards look both stunning Jeanette!!!

    Hugs, Inge xx

    Riet said...

    Wowwwww Jeanette,What a wonderful cards,I love the images and the colours.
    So gorgeous papers.

    Hugs Riet.x

    Tracey said...

    These are both incredible cards Jeanette!! I just love the way you coloured the WnW image. Stunning!!!

    Ann-Charlotte's blogg said...

    I love both of this card, absolutely gorgeous! <3
    Hugs from Sweden

    Sharon Caudle said...

    Jeanette, you are soooo talented!!! I love BOTH of these cards! I wasn't so sure I wanted this Tilda until I just now saw your card. Now I MUST have her! LOL! And your black and white WnW card totally took my breath away! I love your work! Have a wonderful weekend!!
    hugs, Sharon

    Unknown said...

    oh jeannette, your cards are both amazing - as always ... one better than the other.
    i wish you a wonderful weekend.
    big hugs, bea

    Renkata said...

    Amazing card. Fantastic layouts and the second one is so gorgeous.

    Christina C. said...

    Absolutely GORGEOUS Jeanette!!!! I love the black and white...sooooo elegant and unique!!!!
    Would love to try that.
    I also find your Tilda totally stunning. Your work is always so beautiful and inspirational.

    Candy said...

    Beautiful Magnolia Card! Love the colours and how you barely coloured Tilda's dress......
    Oh my Your black and white card is AWESOME!
    Love all the details. An amazing work of art!
    Hugs, Candy

    Cami said...

    BOTH cards are so beautiful! Now I think I must have this Tilda! You've inspired me. Your black and white coloring is absolutely gorgeous! Hugs, Cami

    Pen to Paper said...

    Wow your cards is lovely. I love your coloring on both, especially how you were able to make the second one look like a black and white picture. Very pretty!

    Hugs,

    Jackie

    Peggie said...

    Love them both. Beauteous.

    Jacqueline (Sjakkie) said...

    Wow, what a wonderful cards have you made, really great!
    Hugs Jacqueline

    Janneke said...

    Both cards are awesome Jeanette ;o)
    Love the clear you used on the second card ..
    Have a great weekend

    Janneke X

    Chris said...

    Jeanette, both cards are just so beautiful! I love your Tilda - the rich color, the sweet image. It's perfect. I also love the second card - how fun. Reminds me of teenage years! Your work is wonderful and your talent is such a gift!

    XO,
    Chris Christensen

    Frances said...

    Love both cards, theyre unique and beautiful. tks for sharing.

    Card Crazy said...

    Beautiful, beautiful cards. Really love them both. The black and white is truly unique and very special.
    Sue S.

    Dawn Edwards said...

    Wow Jeanette I've been following your blog for a long time now but never have time to comment as time is short for being on my computer. These two cards are fabulous and just love the inspiration you have given me with your acetate card. I love the way you inked your image and layered over the DP. Wow Thanks!

    Danielle Champagne said...

    HI Jeanette, Your Tilda is very lovely. Gorgeous combination of red, paper and design. Your Black and white card, is also very inspiring. Beautiful.
    Danielle.

    Only By His Grace said...

    Gorgeous cards Jeanette. Both so different. I love the black and white. super job.
    Hugs Marion (Maz)

    Rene said...

    Both these cards are just gorgeous!!! Really love the reds on your Tilda...so pretty and festive!

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    cabio's craft corner said...

    Gorgeous mono coloring. Love the acetate and beautiful card!!
    Hugs,
    Cabio

    Unknown said...

    Absolutely stunning!!
    Love this card, the colors, the amazing coloring and the clean lay out!!!
    Gorgeous!!!

    hugs,
    Jorunn

    joy said...

    Beautiful Jeanette.
    Love the black and white coloring.

    Leslie Anne Avila said...

    All I can say is "wow"! Both cards are beautifully done. I like the gray scale one that you've colored. Really inspiring! Thanks so much for sharing and I hope you have a happy Halloween!
    blessings from Georgetown~
    Leslie Avila

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