Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Crafting By Designs - Guest Designer - Spring Flowers

Hello Everyone!

An exciting day here in my crafty corner of the world, as today I am the Guest Designer for Crafting by Designs. I was thrilled when I received the email from Doris, and even more thrilled when she told me my theme would be SPRING FLOWERS!! Could that be any more perfect!! I do hope everyone will pull out their flower stamps and join me in this wonderful challenge.




Crafting by Designs requires stamping on your project, so I pulled out my favourite flower stamp by LaBlanche and got to work. For the background I decided to try a new technique, so I stamped my flower a bunch of times with VersaMark and then heat embossed with clear embossing powder.

I then used my distress sprays Peeled Paint, Shabby Shutters and Picked Raspberry to watercolour the entire background, dripping, tilting and splattering as I went. I did the same for three flowers individually and then fussy cut them out.



So I'm addicted to my new GARDENIAS and just had to them again. I actually think they match the stamped flowers really well. I coloured them with Picked Raspberry. The filigree leaves are from Prima, the sentiment is from Penny Black and the fancy die cut frame is from Spellbinders.



I coloured the seam binding with distress ink Shabby Shutters. The daisy and the green roses are from Wild Orchid Crafts. Everything else is from my stash.

Couldn't you just melt into these colours, I know I could!! Perhaps my new favourite combo?!





UPDATE:
My card won awards in the following wonderful challenges:

That's it for today. Thank you for stopping in and for all the amazing comments. I read and appreciate every single one! If you have any questions, please let me know.


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68 comments:

  1. Valerie-JaelMay 13, 2015 at 12:43 AM

    Wonderful card, and congrats on your guest designer spot! Hugs, Valerie

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  2. LulaMay 13, 2015 at 12:50 AM

    Congrats Pamellia on your GD spot, the card is stunning! Love the new technique for the background!

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  3. Shelly SchmidtMay 13, 2015 at 1:18 AM

    Just fabulous my dear- you have skills : ) I love your watercoloring and the beautiful flowers- and all of the wonderful details : )

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  4. Suman PanditMay 13, 2015 at 1:34 AM

    wonderful wonderful colors Pamellia !!

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  5. brendaMay 13, 2015 at 1:58 AM

    Colours, texture, design, this one really has it all Pamellia, it's a delight.

    B x

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  6. JJMay 13, 2015 at 2:14 AM

    Hi Pamellia,

    WOW! Love this, so, so pretty. Love the Pink &Green together and your stamping looks lush. So beautiful.

    Love & hugs

    Jacquie J xxx
    http://jewelscardcraft.blogspot.co.uk/

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  7. VintagehandmadeMay 13, 2015 at 2:26 AM

    Amazingly beautiful design, Pamellia with all those wonderful colours! So many fabulous layers perfectly arranged together with your fantastic flowers! I am impressed with your gardenias, they look so real! You really have a magic in your hands! Congratulations, my dear on your GD spot!
    Huge hugs :)
    Branka xxx

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  8. chrissieMay 13, 2015 at 2:32 AM

    Such a beautiful piece as a designer. Congratulations. Off to see what the challenge requires and hopefullt join in.

    Love Chrissie xx

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  9. chrissieMay 13, 2015 at 2:32 AM

    Such a beautiful piece as a designer. Congratulations. Off to see what the challenge requires and hopefullt join in.

    Love Chrissie xx

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  10. nattybootsMay 13, 2015 at 2:35 AM

    Firstly Huge Congratulations Pamellia on your Guest Designer , and you have done it proud , beautiful colors flowers, stamping and layers well done !.
    Elaine H X

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  11. Astrid MacleanMay 13, 2015 at 2:48 AM

    Big congrats on you GDT spot, love the flower cluster on this one!!

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  12. Jenny LMay 13, 2015 at 3:08 AM

    Hi Pamellia,
    oh wow this looks amazing, and very beautifully created as usual.
    Love everything on this stunning creation.
    Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

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  13. Jenny LMay 13, 2015 at 3:09 AM

    Hi Pamellia,
    forgot to say congrats on your GDT spot.

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  14. SammyMay 13, 2015 at 3:33 AM

    Wow. Just... WOW! Utterly gorgeous creation. x

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  15. Rainey's Craft RoomMay 13, 2015 at 4:06 AM

    Congrats on your GDT spot! What a stunner you have created for it too. So so pretty and very feminine and such a wonderful design and colour combination.
    Lorraine

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  16. Jane SavageMay 13, 2015 at 4:53 AM

    ……...I’m speechless!!! Exquisite, Pamellia! xxx

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  17. massofhairMay 13, 2015 at 5:12 AM

    Congratulations on your GD spot Pamellia, as always i am at a loss for the words to describe how exquisite your card is :-) xxx

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  18. Asia King (aka Joanna K)May 13, 2015 at 5:33 AM

    Wooow! Hello Spring! Another beautiful feminine make. The flowers and the colours are simply divine. Looooove!!!! xxxx

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  19. aussie aNNieMay 13, 2015 at 6:06 AM

    Awesome creation, love these colours you have used and inspiration flows out again.....thanks for your ever so lovely comment....and I did enter that challenge..xxx
    {aNNie My Personal Blog}

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  20. Bad KittyMay 13, 2015 at 6:21 AM

    wonderful card

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  21. Ros CrawfordMay 13, 2015 at 6:28 AM

    My goodness this is stunning ... I love the colours and those beautiful flowers!! So glad you could join us at CCCB this week and congrats on your GD spot too!!

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  22. Inky and Quirky DesignsMay 13, 2015 at 6:33 AM

    Absolute perfection Pamellia,I love the colours used and once again your flowers make everyone's jaw drop!
    Big hugs
    Donna xxx

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  23. MarciMay 13, 2015 at 6:54 AM

    Lovely card!

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  24. Patty O'MalleyMay 13, 2015 at 7:21 AM

    Gorgeous card, Pamellia! It's like a beautiful spring garden! Love the colors, too. Hugs.

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  25. Words and PicturesMay 13, 2015 at 7:24 AM

    Congratulations on your GD spot, Pamellia - and what a stunning card you've given them. The spring colours are so fresh and zingy, and the detailing is, as always, exquisite - amazing!
    Alison xx

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  26. froebelsternchenMay 13, 2015 at 7:37 AM

    AMAZING card Pamellia .. I love the resists going on at the background here... terrific!
    Congrats on your GD spot!
    Fab!
    oxo
    Susi

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  27. SamraMay 13, 2015 at 7:47 AM

    Congratulations on your Guest Designer spot! Great work on your background panel and wonderful design with such pretty flowers! Just beautiful!!! Thank you for joining us this week at CCCB :)
    Samra DT

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  28. AndreeMay 13, 2015 at 8:22 AM

    Absolutely beautiful Pamellia, the colours, flowers and ribbon are so lush. I love how you've created the background and must give that a try. Congratulations on your GDT and thank you for your inspiration xx

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  29. pearshapedcraftingMay 13, 2015 at 8:46 AM

    This is stunning - I don't think anyone makes lovelier layers than you! Congratulations on your DT spot! Hugs, Chrisx

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  30. Pat KMay 13, 2015 at 9:42 AM

    Another stunner Pamellia. I so love seeing your beautiful work and you never cease to impress with your creativity. Congrats on your GDT spot too...well deserved. hugs, Pat K x

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  31. AnonymousMay 13, 2015 at 11:13 AM

    So beautiful!!! Congrats on your GDT!!!! Beautiful layers and gorgeous flowers!!!

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  32. KT Fit KittyMay 13, 2015 at 12:23 PM

    Congratulations on your Guest Designer spot! Well deserved! Absolutely gorgeous! You really nailed the flowers theme - they are so beautiful!

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  33. JaceeMay 13, 2015 at 12:57 PM

    Fabulous creation Pamellia, I am a 'pink' girl so this one can do no wrong for me, Love it!
    hugs Jacee
    Simply Paper Card Design

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  34. LisaMay 13, 2015 at 1:15 PM

    Congratulations on your well-deserved GD spot, Pamellia!! Your card is absolutely stunning!! I love the color combo!! The background looks amazing!! Every detail is gorgeous!! Love, love this!! Have a great day :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  35. coldwaters2May 13, 2015 at 1:52 PM

    Hi Pamellia congratulations on your GDT role, Pamellia this is breathtaking, the stamped image, colours and flowers look awesome, I love it so much.
    hugs
    lorraine x

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  36. cotnobMay 13, 2015 at 3:17 PM

    Stunning as always Pamellia, such beautiful spring flowers and colours and fabulous texture and dimension.
    Congratulations on your Guest Design spot.
    Pauline
    x

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  37. Julia AstonMay 13, 2015 at 3:39 PM

    what a beautiful background on this! love the colors! hugs, Julia xx

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  38. Jenny MarplesMay 13, 2015 at 4:00 PM

    As ever a beautiful card with clever technique ideas included! Love this so much Pamellia. Jenny x

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  39. MRS DUCKMay 13, 2015 at 4:55 PM

    Hi Pamellia
    Ooooooh, so pretty. Fabulously floral and just downright gorgeous.
    Great card and congrats on the GDT spot.
    Best wishes.
    Ang x

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  40. MeggymayMay 13, 2015 at 5:04 PM

    So gorgeous, congratulations on you GDT spot.
    Yvonne xx

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  41. Blossom CardsMay 13, 2015 at 6:07 PM

    lovely card and image thanks for sharing with brown sugar Rachel dt

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  42. Kim HegginsMay 13, 2015 at 8:59 PM

    This is so beautiful...love all your amazing details, such a classy and elegant look you created. Thank you so much for playing along with us at Simply Create Too!

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  43. KarenMay 14, 2015 at 1:12 AM

    Congratulations on your GD spot, my dear friend! They are so blessed to have you... you are an inspiration everywhere you go. :o) Your stamped flowers are spectacular and I love your multiple uses of them! The watercolor background is a work of beauty and your gardenias do indeed pair gorgeously with the stamped ones! I love your ribbon, sweet sentiment, perfectly distressed layers... **dreamy sigh** Stunning as always, Pamellia! I am forever grateful for your gift! :o)

    Hugs and blessings,
    Karen

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  44. DebMay 14, 2015 at 1:33 AM

    Congratulations Pamellia on your guest DT spot! Love your clear embossed flowers, gorgeous results and your gardenias are the perfect match.

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  45. VeerleMay 14, 2015 at 3:32 AM

    Gorgeous card Pamellia, love your spring colours. Hugs Veerle

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  46. Jackie ScottMay 14, 2015 at 6:25 AM

    So beautiful - awesome colours - and those stamped flowers are stunning! Love the background, your hand made flowers and the pretty ribbon! The white cut leaves go perfect! Congrats on your guest DT spot!

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  47. Faith A at Daffodil CardsMay 14, 2015 at 10:33 AM

    I agree with you about the colour combo, it's to die for, but then, so is this card, so very beautiful. Your perfect attention to detail as always and your beautiful Gardenias.

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  48. TerryMay 14, 2015 at 11:07 AM

    Slowing getting around! Pamellia, again you have created a stunning work of art! I love your flowers and feminine touch. Congratulations on your guest DT spot, so deserved! Hugs!

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  49. StellaMay 14, 2015 at 12:50 PM

    I am drooling over this. So so lovely. There is si much to see and every detail of your card is gorgeous. Thanks so much for joining us at CCCB!

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  50. StellaMay 14, 2015 at 12:51 PM

    Sorry; I meant so much to see ;)

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  51. TammyMay 14, 2015 at 2:32 PM

    Oh this is gorgeous Pamellia!! I love how you've created the embossed background and your flowers are stunning, your flowers are always so real looking!
    Hugs, Tammy

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  52. UnknownMay 14, 2015 at 3:15 PM

    Wow!! So pretty and stunning, the flowers are just GORGEOUS, and the background, well it is divine!!! How do you get you photos so picture perfect? I really struggle with mine still, but from start to finish your projects are just amazeballs ;) You are one super duper talented lady, hugs dear friend, Georgie xx

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    1. PamelliaMay 15, 2015 at 5:13 PM

      HAHA, did you just say amazeballs!!! Doc, where are you...this is your influence!! Bwahahaha!

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  53. Juliz Design PostMay 14, 2015 at 3:22 PM

    What lush colours and such a beautiful card.
    Julie x

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  54. UnknownMay 14, 2015 at 5:33 PM

    So dainty and delicate. Takes me back to high school - where every Thursday was pink and green day!! Just LOVELY in every way Pamellia. j.

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  55. UnknownMay 15, 2015 at 2:24 AM

    Breathtakingly gorgeous!! That's all I say! Xx

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  56. Dreaming of VintageMay 15, 2015 at 12:20 PM

    Beautiful! I love the colors!

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  57. JenniferMay 15, 2015 at 9:50 PM

    Oh my, Pamellia, you just keep them coming, don't you...little gems of creative perfection. This is so stunning! I agree about your pink and green colour combo...one of my favourites. What is not to love about this card, but 'stand-outs' for me are the lovely loose watercolour effect, and the depth of colour you have achieved. Of course all your embellishments are beautiful, and your pink and white flowers look soooooo real.

    Congratulations on your GDT spot (no surprise of course that they invited you), and thank you for your lovely kind comments on my 'Churchyard, and Christmas' cards. I feel so honoured that you pinned my Christmas card.

    Big hugs,
    Jennifer.

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  58. JenniferMay 15, 2015 at 9:50 PM

    Oh my, Pamellia, you just keep them coming, don't you...little gems of creative perfection. This is so stunning! I agree about your pink and green colour combo...one of my favourites. What is not to love about this card, but 'stand-outs' for me are the lovely loose watercolour effect, and the depth of colour you have achieved. Of course all your embellishments are beautiful, and your pink and white flowers look soooooo real.

    Congratulations on your GDT spot (no surprise of course that they invited you), and thank you for your lovely kind comments on my 'Churchyard, and Christmas' cards. I feel so honoured that you pinned my Christmas card.

    Big hugs,
    Jennifer.

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  59. Dee's Craft RoomMay 16, 2015 at 8:02 AM

    Congratulations on our Guest DT Spot.

    This card is fabulous, I love how you created the background and the stunning flowers. The colours are amazing and it all works so well.

    Dionne xx

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  60. VicMay 16, 2015 at 11:23 AM

    Pretty pretty pretty! The colours you used are beautiful... and congrats on your gdt spot! x Thanks for sharing with us at Glitter n Sparkle... Vic, DT x

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  61. AJ BodineMay 16, 2015 at 9:45 PM

    So lovely, all the details and softness of this card is just perfection! Thanks for playing along with us this week at Sentimental Sundays!

    AJ - DT, Sentimental Sundays

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  62. Sally DodgerMay 17, 2015 at 12:11 PM

    A beautiful card. I love your watercolour background and the colours you have used are wonderful. I am going to have to give this technique a go and as usual your flowers and dies are stunning. Sally.x.

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  63. AJ BodineMay 17, 2015 at 7:22 PM

    Congratulations on winning Top 3 this week with our Mothers Day/Really Girly challenge over at Sentimental Sundays, well deserved! I'm a new follower of your blog!

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  64. crafty-stamperMay 18, 2015 at 2:10 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous love the beautiful flowers and fabulous colours and beautfully feminine
    Carol x

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  65. LibbyMay 18, 2015 at 6:29 PM

    This card is like looking at a beautiful, lush bouquet of flowers. One keeps looking at it and discovering more beautiful, colorful, textured, and differently-shaped components. Despite the piece's bulk, it remains incredibly delicate in apearance. Pure beauty.

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  66. PamelaMay 28, 2015 at 12:48 PM

    So very pretty, the colors are beautiful! Your gift shows in everything you do! I so enjoy seeing your creativity.
    Hugs & Blessings my girl 💗

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