Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Tilda with bird

Another go at the distress inks. I am so determined to get it right.
I'm a gal of few words so here it is.

35 comments:

Barb Hardeman said...

Well, now, I think you've mastered this technique perfectly! This is just awesome. Look at your bow! That is as near to perfection as I've ever seen! I love the rich Autumn colors your chose. Such a pretty card....hugs...Barb

Crystal said...

This is wonderful LOVE these warm colors!!! Just BEAUTIFUL!

Patricia Garcia said...

I think your coloring looks Super, I need to practice more with these too!! pretty card!!

Hugs,
Patricia

cabio's craft corner said...

Love the distressing look. Very pretty card Marion!
Hugs,
Cabio

Cissy said...

Very pretty card! So soft & elegant. :)

~Cissy

raindropecho said...

This is lovely! I think you're doing great with the inks :)
- Ann

Sharon Caudle said...

Really pretty card, Marion. The soft colors on the paper are really nice with the colors you chose for Tilda. Great job!
hugs!
Sharon

Norma said...

Hey gal, I think you've got it right with those inks. Just looks at your highlights! Marion, your colouring is fab. Really, good job on the card.

Hugs.
Norma

Lori said...

Hi Marion ~ I am not one to critique distress inks since I've never used them... but what I see in your work is wonderful! I see the highlights and shadows. I see one adorable Tilda showcasing this beautiful card : ) Thanks for sharing it with us.
Love and hugs ~ Lori

Cami said...

You surely have mastered coloring with distress inks Marion! I love these fall colors and Tilda is beautiful the way you colored her! I need to keep practicing to get just the right amount of color! Hugs, Cami

Patti Jo said...

I agree with the gals Marion, You have mastered the Distress Inks beautifully! Love all your highlights and shadows! Magnifico!!! Love this card design too! Stitching and everything!!!
Terrific job Marion!!!!

Leonie said...

Colours are looking good to me!! I have always loved this Tilda! So cute!
Hugs
Leonie

Angela said...

Marion, this is just beautiful!! I love the vintage look it has!! You are doing a great job coloring with the distress inks!! Love this!! 2 projects in a week!! I have missed seeing all your creations!! Love this Tilda Marion!!
Hugs,
Angela

Maureen said...

I have to agree with the others; although I am too scared ;) to try this technique yet, this looks absolutely fab! I love the colours and it matches the paper, embellies and everything so well! Really a super card Marion!

Nancy said...

Marion your distressed coloring looks beautiful! Awesome job with your shading and I love the colors. Beautiful card!
Hugs,
Nancy

Karen W said...

I think you did a great job.

Kathy said...

WOW Marion I think you look like a pro at the coloring with distress inks!! Love the vintagey look of your card and your papers are gorgeous!!
:)Kathy

Christina C. said...

Beautiful card....superb coloring on Tilda!!

Peggie said...

It is lovely.

Unknown said...

This is gorgeous! As far as I am concerned you have it mastered. I have not tried this technique yet, but you are making me want to!

Crazystamper said...

WOW this is beautiful! Cheers, Lora Sinkler-Lake www.crazystamper.typepad.com

Gina K said...

Wowzers, your coloring is fabulous. You actually make me want to pull out my distress inks and give them a try! Gina L

Phyl said...

Well, I have no idea how to do this yet, but you have it mastered!!! Awesome card and I love this Tilda. Why are there so many cute ones???

phyllisjerome@yahoo.com

1CardCreator said...

This is beautiful Marion! I have seen a few video's doing the distress inks and yours looks way better! Take care, ~Diane

Unknown said...

This is an adorable card! I love your colouring! =D

Hugs
Malin

Christine Riley said...

I think your card is gorgeous and I love how you colored the image. You did a great job with the distressed look.
Hugs, Christine

Eulanda said...

I think you are doing just great! Love the colors!

Anonymous said...

so sweet! all you gals that watercolor have my admiration... I bought all the distress reinkers but I don't want to practice...copics are too easy! lol
Very pretty card and I love what you do with the Nellie Snellen flower punches!
Pam Going Postal

Lauren said...

So cute!

Lauren

Unknown said...

Lovely card Marion. Don't think Sheryl and I will be attempting colouring in though :-))
we'll leave it to you.
Kay

Baukje said...

Hello Marion, I have absolutely no idea how you colour with distress inks, I don't even know what they are, but I know you have done a superb job with your Tilda. Love your card as well.

hugs...........Baukje

Lisa Phillippi llelsik@aol.com said...

Absolutley Beautiful! Your coloring is excellent & I love your backgound too!

Angie said...

Marion,

This card is just gorgeous! I think you're doing a fabulous job with the distress inks. You're coloring is perfect.

Angie

Jodie from Oz said...

Marion, your card is gorgeous, Tilda is coloured perfectly, love the distressed look. hugs Jodie from Oz

stephanne said...

I think this looks wonderful, your colouring is fabulous, love the highlighting and gorgeous contrast of colours, well done!! The whole project is lovel, just love your flower!! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog, it has been a pleasure taking a peek at yours!!
Take Care,
Stephanne