Monday, July 13, 2015

Crafty Cardmakers #143 - Water

Hello Everyone!
It's time for another challenge over at Crafty Cardmakers and More! This time around our lovely hostess Lin has chosen the theme WATER, so she wants to see your creations that feature water of some sort however you want to portray it.

I love being around water - lakes, ponds, pools, waterfalls, you name it. I find it so soothing, so I decided to something soft and calm to remind me of the feeling I get when I am near water or when I think about water. A big thank you to Georgie of Little Blue Craft Box, who is such a talented artist and a wonderful friend. Here is the card that she made that gave me my inspiration.




For the background I covered a piece of card stock with crumpled tissue paper and a layer of DecoArt Texture Sand Paste, then I painted it with DecoArt Americana Winter Blue paint. I lightly touched up the raised areas with Tim Holtz Stormy Sky ink and then dabbed a bit of DecoArt Titanium White paint to blend it together.






The shells are made from crafter's clay and coated with DecoArt Crackle Paint. The frame was painted with Americana Blue Violet and highlighted with Titanium White. The seam binding was coloured with Tim Holtz Chipped Sapphire.

The oyster with the pearl in the center of the frame is actually two clam shell charms that I cut the eyelets off of and glued together to make a 3D oyster.



UPDATE
My underwater 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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85 comments:

  1. sirkkisJuly 13, 2015 at 7:11 AM

    Your card is like a beautiful dream! Love, love, love all the fantastic details you've created on it.
    Have a dreamy day, Pamellia xxx

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  2. Patty O'MalleyJuly 13, 2015 at 7:31 AM

    What a beautiful, elegant card, Pamellia! I always love blue and white together. The pearl water bubbles look so pretty.

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  3. ChrisJuly 13, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    Such a beautiful cool and calm effect with the lovely shades of blue, the shells and pearls are the perfect embellishments for this gorgeous creation.
    Chris
    x

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  4. ChrisJuly 13, 2015 at 7:34 AM

    Back to say thanks for sharing this lovely card with us at Creative Moments!
    x

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  5. Rainey's Craft RoomJuly 13, 2015 at 7:52 AM

    The embellishments on your beautiful card are perfect for the theme and the silver looks fabulous against the blue shades of your background. I love how the paint has highlighted the contours of the frame in the centre.
    Lorraine

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  6. VeerleJuly 13, 2015 at 7:55 AM

    Gorgeous Pamellia, looks like a scene from a fairy tail.
    Hugs, Veerle

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  7. SamraJuly 13, 2015 at 8:13 AM

    OK, this is my absolute favorite card of yours!!! The simple elegance in blue in it's BEST! I am in heaven!!! I simply adore this card!!!! The textures and that shabby bow are to die for! and addition of the pearls to simulate water bubbles is such a perfect touch!! LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT!!! Did I mention that I LOVE this card??!!!???
    Thank you for making my day!!!

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  8. aussie aNNieJuly 13, 2015 at 8:52 AM

    Stunning card love your clay added sea creatures and shells, love the blue and love the serene feel from this card. I agree about water too, love going to the beach, not to swim but to listen to the waves and love to swim in my pool and just laze around watching the calmness of the water..xx{aNNie My Personal Blog}

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  9. MarciJuly 13, 2015 at 8:55 AM

    Lovely shades of blue! And that ribbon is gorgeous.

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  10. cotnobJuly 13, 2015 at 9:40 AM

    This is gorgeous Pamellia, so many beautiful soft details and lovely shades of blue - you have captured the water theme brilliantly.
    Pauline
    x

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  11. pearshapedcraftingJuly 13, 2015 at 10:05 AM

    This really is calming and oh so beautiful!! You have it all here Pamellia, the sights, the sounds(those little bubbles popping on the surface of the water), the texture and the smell of the sea from those shells! Fabulous! Chrisxx

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  12. Becca CrugerJuly 13, 2015 at 10:19 AM

    This card definitely encapsulates the calming, ethereal feel of water. I can practically hear the ocean from here! Love the stained crinkle ribbon and the gorgeous matching frame. Thanks for playing along at the Mixed Media Card Challenge!

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  13. Marlene AtkinsonJuly 13, 2015 at 10:20 AM

    This is stunning, gorgeous shades of blue I just love it. Marlene

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  14. Lisa MincklerJuly 13, 2015 at 10:34 AM

    Ok, I get it now....this where swanky mermaids go to hang out, right? It's like the nautical spa retreat...it's GORGEOUS chica and completely tranquil. You've captured water perfectly. :)
    hugs,
    Lisa x

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  15. julie_woolstonJuly 13, 2015 at 10:38 AM

    Wow Pamellia this is fabulous love the effect yo have created it is amazing.
    Hugs Julie xxx

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  16. chrissieJuly 13, 2015 at 11:29 AM

    This is very dreamy and beautiful with wonderful textures

    Love Chrissie xxx

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  17. Valerie-JaelJuly 13, 2015 at 11:37 AM

    Beautiful piece, love the colours. Water is always important for me, I need to go along the Rhine each day! Hugs, Valerie

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  18. LisaJuly 13, 2015 at 12:55 PM

    Oh my goodness, stunning!! Wow, Pamellia, it's such a perfect and amazing representation of water!! It feels so tranquil and dreamy and I just love all of the texture!! The ocean is my most favorite place (must be the mermaid in me ;) so this card speaks to me!! Every detail you added is perfect!! I absolutely love, love this!! You've brightened a dark and stormy day here!! Have a great day!! Hugs :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  19. SarahJuly 13, 2015 at 1:07 PM

    This is fabulous, and you have really captured the serene soothing feeling here. My favourite bit is the seahorse....so cute!! xx

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  20. JaneJuly 13, 2015 at 1:09 PM

    Wow what a dreamy piece today Pamellia and such a gorgeous shade of blue. I love all the details....gorgeous work as always xx

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  21. JaceeJuly 13, 2015 at 1:18 PM

    Wow, love this Pamellia, I LOVE the colour and all your detail, just wonderful, I love it!!
    hugs Jacee
    Simply Paper Card Design

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  22. craftyJuly 13, 2015 at 1:49 PM

    Love the gentle shades of blue and those pearl bubbles.

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  23. SueJuly 13, 2015 at 2:33 PM

    Another stunning creation Pamellia. I LOVE the colours, amazing textures and gorgeous attention to detail.
    hugs Sue xx

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  24. ChrissyJuly 13, 2015 at 2:46 PM

    Gorgeous card Pamellia..lovely soft colours and love the added starfish,shells and sweet little seahorse..the pearl bubbles add more softness and I love the oyster shell in the frame too...so pretty.

    luv CHRISSYxx

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  25. Craft Addicts - Tracy EvansJuly 13, 2015 at 2:56 PM

    Love your interpretation of the challenge Pamellia. That little opened shell embellishment is gorgeous and I love how you framed it with that gorgeous frame and the colouring is beautiful and fresh especially against the white of the shells and the beautiful textural backdrop. Gorgeous. Tracy x

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  26. Inky and Quirky DesignsJuly 13, 2015 at 3:28 PM

    Absolutely beautiful Pamellia and that little clam shell with the pearl is just darling! You really never cease to amaze me with your talents, a true crafty inspiration ;)
    Oh and I'm now displaying my lovely, shiny new runners up badge on my blog, a big thank you once again to all the wonderful DT on ABC
    Biggest hugs
    Donna xxx

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  27. newfiecrafter(Marilyn)July 13, 2015 at 4:00 PM


    So pretty loving all the different shades of blues , the little clam shell is gorgeous ---like how you centered it in the frame . the white sea shells look so pretty against the blue background. Any chance on doing a tutorial on making embellishments with molding clay .

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  28. DebJuly 13, 2015 at 4:04 PM

    Beautiful water inspired card Pamellia, just love the beautiful blue colour palette and how you've used the pearls to simulate bubbles! The oyster charm was an inspired idea, you are so inventive :O) Deb xo

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  29. RedanneJuly 13, 2015 at 4:27 PM

    I feel so honoured and privileged to be the owner of the original card that inspired you and wow, what a fabulous job you have done on your Pamellia. I love the delicate colours, the beautiful seahorse, the gorgeous pearls - it has a very ethereal quality altogether - I love it!! Hugs, Anne xx

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  30. KarenJuly 13, 2015 at 5:03 PM

    Oh my! Pamellia, I say this so often but it is always true... this is one of my favorites and I just don't know how to tell you how much I LOVE your work! This is a gorgeous take on the theme and truly the most exquisite design. The frame... oh, that frame. I will dream of it! ;) The color is stunning and I love the white highlights. How I wish I could make something like this. The shells you made are spectacular, the bubbles gorgeous, and even your ribbon is always perfection. My dear friend, you are brilliant and I hope you know just how much your work means to me. :o)

    Hugs and blessings,
    Karen

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  31. MeggymayJuly 13, 2015 at 5:16 PM

    Another gorgeous creation Pamellia, as always gorgeous design and details.
    Yvonne xx

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  32. pamJuly 13, 2015 at 5:22 PM

    Exquisite card design Pamellia, love your stunning details. beautiful colours, those clay shells are gorgeous..
    Hugs Pam x

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  33. Donna EllisJuly 13, 2015 at 5:47 PM

    Beautiful underwater scene, Pamellia! Gorgeous creation. I especially like your use of the pearls!

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  34. FikretaJuly 13, 2015 at 5:52 PM

    Gorgeous

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  35. McCrafty's CardsJuly 13, 2015 at 6:42 PM

    So fabulous Pamillia I love the Oyster shell with the pearl inside , all the pearls that little seahorse, the beautiful ribbon and the star fish
    Kevin xx

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  36. Shelly SchmidtJuly 13, 2015 at 7:18 PM

    Beautiful- I love looking at your pictures and seeing all of the how to's and details on your cards : ) Love so many of the details- the seahorse and how you used the pearls and the shell with the pearl....ahhhhh I have been MIA_ on the road a bit- back home now and spending the day trying to catch up on blogging.

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  37. JenniferJuly 13, 2015 at 7:47 PM

    Love, love, love this Pamellia. Your pearl bubbles are fabulous, and your little 'clam' with its pearl is pure genius!!!

    Hugs
    Jennifer. x

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  38. Dee's Craft RoomJuly 13, 2015 at 9:51 PM

    Another really stunning card, I love the violets with the white, the effect is breath taking. All of your embellishments look fantastic and I just adore the little oyster centre piece, wow.

    Your card makes me feel like a little mermaid .. 'The seaweed is always greener in somebody else's lake, ... Under the sea, under the sea'. Ah one of my favourite songs, you can probably tell. It use to be my ring tone, trouble was I never answered my phone, I just wanted to dance along! I drove the people I worked with mad.

    Ha ha.

    Dionne xx

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  39. Pawsitively CreativeJuly 13, 2015 at 10:54 PM

    We dream about going up there, but that is a big mistake! Just look at the world around us, right here on the ocean floor....Bubbles, I had to Dionne got the song stuck in my head. Lol! :)

    This is a sea lovin magical design dearie. Love your layers and layers of oodles of yumminess! This is the cats meow darlin. Fantabulous elements as well, and that oyster is spectacular! Hugz to you muffin! ~Doc

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  40. Samantha A.July 13, 2015 at 11:06 PM

    This is ABSOLUTELY beautiful! I enjoy your work every time! It's just amazing!
    Thanks for playing along this week at Crafty Gals Corner!
    ♥ Samantha
    Crafty Gals Corner - DT Coordinator
    Crafty Gals Corner

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  41. TerryJuly 13, 2015 at 11:06 PM

    Pamellia, this is so dreamy and so relaxing! I love your take on the Water challenge and those embellishments are so perfect! I wish I could find something like that for a project I am working on! Love this! Hugs!

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  42. Rupa SwaminathanJuly 13, 2015 at 11:47 PM

    Beautiful card Pamellia...what more! Everything is this card is a dream and the metallic peaks here and there is just so pretty.

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  43. Kerstin F.July 14, 2015 at 12:50 AM

    A dream in blue, gorgeous!!

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  44. nattybootsJuly 14, 2015 at 2:02 AM

    Outstanding work Pamellia, you certainly captured the moment.
    Elaine H X

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  45. froebelsternchenJuly 14, 2015 at 3:00 AM

    Absolutely GORGEOUS Pamellia! Wonderful make!

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  46. Jane SavageJuly 14, 2015 at 4:49 AM

    You’ve really captured the essence of water in this gorgeous make, Pamellia! I love the wonderful seaside embellies and the pearl bubbles! xxx

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  47. Ros CrawfordJuly 14, 2015 at 6:13 AM

    I can see how you were inspired by your friend's beautiful card ... Love your creation ... Such beauty!

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  48. Astrid MacleanJuly 14, 2015 at 6:27 AM

    Fabulous! Love those gorgeous blue tones on each layer, the crafter's clay embellishments look wonderful, as do those pretty pearls. Wonderful how the Chipped Sapphire tones in to perfection with the other blues!

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  49. Jackie PNJuly 14, 2015 at 7:25 AM

    So gorgeous Pamellia!! Had to pin it to my friend's art board!! Love it!! Love your creations,my friend! xoxo

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  50. Lisa MensingJuly 14, 2015 at 9:21 AM

    So beautiful with all the layers and details! Thanks for sharing this week at Crafty Gals Corner ~ Under The Sea Challenge.
    Lisa DT
    The Crafting Cave

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  51. VintagehandmadeJuly 14, 2015 at 11:41 AM

    Every single detail here is a piece of art, Pamellia! What a genius creative mind you have, my dear! It's breathtaking! I don't like this - I ADORE your fantastic card!
    Huge hugs!
    Branka xxx

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  52. UnknownJuly 14, 2015 at 2:39 PM

    Lovely. j.

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  53. Juliz Design PostJuly 14, 2015 at 4:17 PM

    Beautiful as always Pamellia and I love your choice of embellishments on this card, just perfect.
    Julie x

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  54. IrinaR (Irina Rakovets)July 14, 2015 at 4:58 PM

    Wow Pamellia! Very beautiful and stylish)))))))))))

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  55. crafty-stamperJuly 14, 2015 at 5:46 PM

    I love the sea but haven't been for a couple of years -I would really love to live near the sea aaah well -I love the colours of the backgrounds,beautiful pearls and embellishments
    Carol x

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  56. TammyJuly 14, 2015 at 10:08 PM

    WOW this is stunning Pamellia! I love the soft blue colors and your fabulous sea shells, that tiny oyster is beautiful!!
    Hugs, Tammy

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  57. EriEsJuly 15, 2015 at 1:05 AM

    This is beautiful :) - love blue color and all the embellies. It looks pretty together.

    Thank you for joining us at Crafty Gals Corner
    Erika, DT

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  58. JJJuly 15, 2015 at 1:50 AM

    Hi Pamellia,

    Gorgeous card, certainly gives you of the feeling under the sea, just beautiful.

    Love & Hugs

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

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  59. Mrs.BJuly 15, 2015 at 3:24 AM

    Beautiful card, love the texture from the tissue paper.
    Avril xx

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  60. UnknownJuly 15, 2015 at 3:37 AM

    Exquisite! Love the theme and the bubbles and the shells.. Totally awesome! Xx

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  61. UnknownJuly 15, 2015 at 1:22 PM

    Awwww :) totally blushing right now lol - thank you so much for my shout out, but I'm so honoured that I inspired you to create such a sea gem!! This is beautiful beyond measure and the sea, watery tones, crashing waves, the mystery... it pulls me in too, just as your card does ;)

    An absolutely divine creation... no doubt about it, biggest hugs, Georgie xxx

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  62. Sally DodgerJuly 16, 2015 at 7:33 AM

    An amazing card Pamellia. Gorgeous colours and textures and gorgeous clay shells, frame and seahorse. The tissue paper adds a sense of movement to the background and the 3d shell is fabulous Sally.x.

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  63. Faith A at Daffodil CardsJuly 16, 2015 at 7:34 AM

    AMAZING and so calm as you say, I LOVE this beautiful beautiful card. The pearls and the other elements are just so very perfect.

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  64. Dr Sonia S VJuly 16, 2015 at 2:15 PM

    Oooh what a stunner...I love your clay embellishments and the way you added the pearls...so beautiful !
    Cheers
    Dr Sonia
    Cards Crafts Kids Projects

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  65. Mona PendletonJuly 16, 2015 at 4:06 PM

    Wowza Pamellia! Stunning! Love the fancy frame, all the sea inspired embellishments and shades of blue!

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  66. SueCJuly 16, 2015 at 4:18 PM

    Love the pearl bubbles Pamellia ! The little seahorse is so cute too ! Sue C x

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  67. AndreeJuly 16, 2015 at 5:00 PM

    A beautifully calming card Pamellia. I love all the blues and the cluster arrangement of the shells and starfish. The bow, frame and pearl bubbles are wonderful and the little seahorse is beyond cute xx

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  68. Maryvonne CousséJuly 17, 2015 at 10:58 AM

    Gorgeous card !
    Thanks for joining us at Creative craft Cottage Challenges and Good Luck !

    Maryvonne DT Member

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  69. FiestyCrafter (Tina)July 17, 2015 at 3:54 PM

    Stunning card! The soft colors are gorgeous, as well as the design. Thanks for joining us at Scrapping4fun
    Tina dt

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  70. coldwaters2July 18, 2015 at 5:01 AM

    Oh my word Pamellia this is so beautiful it has such a calming look to it, I love the white embellishments and that amazing bow, a stupendous creation.
    hugs
    lorraine x

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  71. Paper ProfusionJuly 18, 2015 at 7:49 AM

    What a pretty aquatic world Pamellia! I could dive in and stay there (as long as I had air!). Such beautiful light inking and decoration. It is a beauty and a wonderful take on Georgie's fab original. Nicola x

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  72. Julia AstonJuly 18, 2015 at 11:44 AM

    what a lovely ocean themed card Pamellia! I just love the sweet little metal charms - especially the clam shell with the pearl inside! Wonderful texture on this beautiful creation! Thanks so much for joining us in the Mixed Media Card Challenge! Julia xx

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  73. Robyn OliverJuly 19, 2015 at 11:24 PM

    Beautiful

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  74. Words and PicturesJuly 20, 2015 at 6:01 AM

    Oh beautiful - I love the soft, subtle blues - what a delicate beauty.
    Alison xx

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  75. UnknownJuly 21, 2015 at 12:10 PM

    Beautiful

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  76. My Paper EpiphanyJuly 26, 2015 at 7:06 PM

    I could gaze at this card for hours! I just love how effortlessly you can create so much interest with one colour and so much texture and detail! LOVE it!

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  77. Elina StrombergJuly 26, 2015 at 8:23 PM

    Gorgeous card and such a great take on our 'Blue' challenge. Love it!
    Thanks for playing with us at MMCC. Hoping to see you with us again in August! ♥

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  78. MRS DUCKJuly 28, 2015 at 9:17 AM

    Hi Pamellia
    How spooky! There was me showing Mr D your bird house/tree picture (sorry, haven't read the post yet, just saw the photo) and diddly doodah, up pops your comment. We must be telepathetic lol!
    Lakes, waterfalls, leaks in the ceiling. . . . . . . . .eeeeeeeek!
    Gorgeous eau de H2O card. Beautiful colour and embellishment.
    What disruption in the J household. Time for a different view from the window.
    Fingers and everything else crossed for you chuck.
    Ang x

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  79. Scrapping4funChallengesJuly 28, 2015 at 9:29 AM

    Stunning work, love all the detail.
    Thank you for your entry at Scrapping4funChallenges.
    Rachelle DT
    http://scrapping4funchallenges.blogspot.com

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  80. The Colour PressJuly 29, 2015 at 7:28 AM

    Pam you have totally blown me away. That card evoked so many emotions - so magical, pleasing, calming. Loved it.

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  81. sannalippertJuly 29, 2015 at 1:48 PM

    your card is just stunning!!!!!!!

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  82. Tenia NelsonJuly 29, 2015 at 7:12 PM

    Just GORGEOUS!! Thanks for playing along at MMCC!!

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  83. SamraJuly 31, 2015 at 11:05 AM

    Huge congratulations on your well deserved win at MMCC!!! Your card is breathtaking and one of my all time favorites of yours!!!! Well done my dear, well done :)
    Hugs from Vegas:)
    Samra

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  84. SusanJuly 31, 2015 at 11:11 AM

    Congratulations on being the winner at MMCC! Very well deserved as your card is just stunning!

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  85. RuthNovember 4, 2015 at 4:27 AM

    Beautiful sea themed card, love the little frames you use, exquisite! Great use of decoart products too. Ruth xx

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