Saturday, March 24, 2012

Spring Is In The Air!

"Spring Is In The Air" is the newest challenge at the Fashionable Stamping Challenges blog, so come on and join us in celebrating that breath of Spring Air we all so eagerly await!  Oh my DT sisters have some really gorgeous creations to put you in the mood, so stop on by FSC and have a look and join in all the fun!  Don't forget there is always a little prize and you never know when you will get caught in the Spotlight! 
I don't believe I have ever used this older stamp from Stampin Up.  This little bird perched on her flowering branch is what Spring is all about.  The birds coming out to play and gathering findings for nesting material, flowers and bulbs in bloom and longer days is the best time of year!

This large image was stamped using Stazon Timber Brown and then clear embossed.  I used a soft pallet of Stampin Up chalks for color on most of the image.  Did use Certainly Celery and Yellow for the bird and vine stems.  After I was done coloring, I gave a quick spray of Matte Sealer to keep the chalks in place.  Distressed edges and inked with Distress Vintage Photo.  I really did not want to add any embellishments as I just love this image!

Thank you so much for stopping by for a visit.  I hope you have a wonderful Sunday!
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46 comments:

  1. cebelicaMarch 25, 2012 at 1:39 AM

    This image is great. I love the vintage look! Hugs!

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  2. Valerie-JaelMarch 25, 2012 at 2:03 AM

    Beautiful piece, looks like a vintage book illustration! Valerie

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  3. iReneMMarch 25, 2012 at 2:58 AM

    This is such a lovely image/stamp. The delicate colouring is perfect.
    x

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  4. Ink Art DesignsMarch 25, 2012 at 3:17 AM

    Hi Terry, this is such a beautiful, fresh and innocent scene...perfect for the start of Spring! It is like the dawn calling in the new day! Gorgeous.
    And the pink and brown go so beautifully together (and I love the vintageness of it all)
    Dot x

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  5. SandraMarch 25, 2012 at 3:42 AM

    What a lovely card. The stamp is gorgeous. It's a stunner.

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  6. cherylMarch 25, 2012 at 4:07 AM

    oh Terry love that stamp and love the vintage feel to this,perfect,colour choice,hugs Cherylxxx

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  7. MeggymayMarch 25, 2012 at 4:37 AM

    Wonderful card, it has the look of a perfect misty morning start to the day,love the stamp.
    Yvonne x

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  8. EphemeraMarch 25, 2012 at 5:06 AM

    This is absolutely gorgeous Terry, I love the subtle vintage tones and the beautiful delicate pastel shades. The stamp is beautiful. Have a lovely Sunday. xx

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  9. UnknownMarch 25, 2012 at 5:39 AM

    Terrt what fantastic stamping and coloring well done this has a vintage feel I love it Hugs Elaine

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  10. MargreetMarch 25, 2012 at 6:56 AM

    Wonderful, Terry...you did right with not adding any embellies!
    xxx Margreet

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  11. AnonymousMarch 25, 2012 at 8:15 AM

    Terry, this reminds me of a vintage book illustration from the Victorian era. Very special card.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  12. Marjie KemperMarch 25, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    What a beautiful image. The chalks are so soft and perfect for spring. Happy Sunday!

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  13. SherryMarch 25, 2012 at 9:41 AM

    It's just perfect Terry! Love the soft pink you've used. xx

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  14. Lynn StevensMarch 25, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    Lovely spring card Terry. I always forget to use those chalks. they give the softest effect to artwork. Well done!
    hugs Lynn

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  15. Mrs.BMarch 25, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    This is a gorgeous image Terry cant believe you've not used it before ! I love the soft colours, you have used, just like the early dawn.
    Enjoy the rest of the weekend.
    Avril xx

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  16. Shelly SchmidtMarch 25, 2012 at 11:58 AM

    All I have to say is gorgeous! I love the image and love the soft looks you achieved with the chalks!

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  17. WillyMarch 25, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    Absolutely fabulous, Terry!

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  18. Sugar Lump StudiosMarch 25, 2012 at 12:48 PM

    Love the sweet image and elegance to it. Hope you are enjoying your Sunday m'dear (waiting on that puppy is like waiting on Christmas)! xoxo

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  19. Marie Lost Bird StudioMarch 25, 2012 at 1:49 PM

    Hi Terry,
    this is just a beautiful piece!! Love it.
    Have a wonderful Sunday.
    Hugs,
    Marie

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  20. 1CardCreatorMarch 25, 2012 at 1:49 PM

    Gorgeous card Terry, great stamp!

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  21. AnonymousMarch 25, 2012 at 3:47 PM

    Beautiful card Terry, I love the stamp you've used. Sue C x

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  22. Asia King (aka Joanna K)March 25, 2012 at 3:47 PM

    Terry, your card is stunning! Such an elegant simplicity - beautiful stamping! Hugs, Joanna xx

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  23. Chrissy DMarch 25, 2012 at 8:00 PM

    Terry this is so elegant and GORGEOUS! TFS!

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  24. trisha tooMarch 25, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    That bird is so sweet, what a great look!

    :)

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  25. CgraMarch 25, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    It's beautiful - the coloring is so delicate!

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  26. UnknownMarch 25, 2012 at 10:07 PM

    I am so glad you decided to use it.. It looks amazing. I have stamps that I have never used also. Hmmmm.. You got me thinking. I need to go take a look at what I have..

    Hope you had a fabulous weekend..

    Hugs, Linda

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  27. Yvonne GarnerMarch 25, 2012 at 10:24 PM

    Fabulous image and I love how you kept he colors very soft. Hav. Great week! Yvonne

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  28. Maria OntiverosMarch 26, 2012 at 12:29 AM

    So pretty. I've been grungy and texturey all week in my art, so this feels very serene to me. Love it!
    Rinda

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  29. ClaireMarch 26, 2012 at 1:10 AM

    Just beautiful Terry, that stamp is so lovely, perfect for Spring and I love the delicate colours
    Claire xx

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  30. LinMarch 26, 2012 at 2:15 AM

    You have a fabulous style about you.Love this little bird it's so softly coloured with just hints of colours other than the soft brown. Gorgeous.

    Lin xx

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  31. Alie Hoogenboezem-de VriesMarch 26, 2012 at 3:39 AM

    Love the use of colors for this stamping...great creation!

    greetings, Alie :-)

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  32. UnknownMarch 26, 2012 at 4:22 AM

    A perfect and totally adorable spring card, lovely image, fab card!

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  33. Welkom bij Happy StamperMarch 26, 2012 at 6:59 AM

    woooow what a lovely card, realy love it.

    i just became a follower from youre lovely blog.

    have a nice day.

    greetings
    angelique

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  34. ShelleyMarch 26, 2012 at 7:12 AM

    Terry it's beautiful! I love the soft coloring of chalks.

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  35. Jan HenningsMarch 26, 2012 at 7:17 AM

    This is beautiful and love the soft pink :)

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  36. JingleMarch 26, 2012 at 8:05 AM

    This is very pretty!

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  37. Candy CMarch 26, 2012 at 9:48 AM

    Hi Terry! Congratulations on your appointment to being a member of Linda Coughlin's new DT for her new blog! That is fantastic news! I'm familiar with some of the DT member's work and it's all wonderful! I can't wait to see your creations! <3 Candy

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  38. Cynthia SchelzigMarch 26, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    A lovely spring bird....happy springtime to you!!

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  39. Silvia(Barnie)March 26, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    A wonderful card, great image.

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  40. LisaMarch 26, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    Terry, this is so beautifully done. I love the softness of it -- I have a really hard time achieving that look, but I guess more practice is in order.
    I know what it's like having such a nasty virus. I do hope you're feeling well again!

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  41. PetraBMarch 26, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    This is so lovely, such a beautiful piece.

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  42. CuddlyBunnyMarch 26, 2012 at 8:53 PM

    Ah Terry, what a sweet and truly Springlike card! I love the colors you chose!

    Thanks, too, for mentioning the matte sealer for chalks ... I bought chalks some time back because they looked so cool and then never used them except testing because ... they go EVERYWHERE. Oops. :)

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  43. CuddlyBunnyMarch 26, 2012 at 8:56 PM

    p.s. come to think of it ... maybe you mentioned this stuff to me once and I've already forgotten. hmmm ... less wine in the future. :)

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  44. Lisa SomervilleMarch 27, 2012 at 9:21 PM

    So pretty! Love the soft colors!

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  45. Carol W.March 28, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    Beautiful image and coloring! Love the soft look. TFS

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  46. ShirlApril 2, 2012 at 3:18 PM

    Such an elegant card Terry and the stamp is adorable.

    Hugs Shirley x x

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