Hi there! Today is the 17th, and that means it is the Waltzingmouse Blog Party! This month we have a fantastic inspiration photo to work with chosen by my sweet friend Lynn.
Not one to pass up the opportunity for a color challenge, I took inspiration from the colors in the photo. Here is the card that I made.
When I do a color challenge, I like to pull all the colors together - whether it is ink or cardstock - and lay them all out in front of me and see what happens. This time, I saw a western sunset. Way Out West is seriously one of my all-time favorites.
I'm heading out this afternoon to celebrate Father's Day with my in-laws, and then I'll be heading to my parents' house for dinner. I am looking forward to the family time - I hope you have a great afternoon too!
If you would like to play along with our Blog Party this month, you have until 1:30 pm EST tomorrow (June 18th) to link your creation up here. Join us!
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Not one to pass up the opportunity for a color challenge, I took inspiration from the colors in the photo. Here is the card that I made.
When I do a color challenge, I like to pull all the colors together - whether it is ink or cardstock - and lay them all out in front of me and see what happens. This time, I saw a western sunset. Way Out West is seriously one of my all-time favorites.
I'm heading out this afternoon to celebrate Father's Day with my in-laws, and then I'll be heading to my parents' house for dinner. I am looking forward to the family time - I hope you have a great afternoon too!
If you would like to play along with our Blog Party this month, you have until 1:30 pm EST tomorrow (June 18th) to link your creation up here. Join us!
Anya
Recipe
STAMPS: Way Out West, Back in the Saddle
CARDSTOCK: Going Gray, Basic Gray, Pumpkin Pie - Stampin' Up!; White - Papertrey Ink
INK: Ripe Persimmon, Spiced Marmalade, Tumbled Glass, Broken China, Faded Jeans, Pumice Stone Distress Inks - Ranger Industries; Going Gray, Pumpkin Pie - Stampin' Up!; Smokey Shadow - Papertrey Ink
OTHER: Postage Stamp Punch - Fiskars; Sewing Machine - Janome
Wow...this IS a gorgeous sunset and I love the way your colors all blend into one another. A perfect creation with this set!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day (can you tell a woman, Happy Father's Day? LOL) Hugs!
Ahhh I knew I was on your wavelength, Anya :)...your cards always inspire me! Love the beautiful sunset. Your sponging is perfection as all of the colors blend together just seamlessly. Love the grey woodgrain and the bright orange textile panel. I give this one a loud YEE HAW (that's equivalent to 2 thumbs up)!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card, Anya! Looks like a photo! Really great colors!
ReplyDeleteAnya, I always have trouble with the color challenges so I was happy to read a little insight on how you get inspired! Your western sunset is really beautiful - the blending is perfection! I really like that custom stamped strip of "ribbon" in the pumpkin! I always love to see your creations!
ReplyDeleteOooh, that sunset's gorgeous! Your layout really lets it stand out, too.
ReplyDeleteStunning!!
ReplyDeleteThat backdrop is just jaw dropping gorgeous!!
The colors are spectacular!!
And the card as whole is just perfect!!
love it!! :)
What a cool take on the challenge. I love how you incorporated the colors into your beautiful sunset.
ReplyDeleteAnya, seriously! Just. Wow! I never would have gone this route...you are so clever and creative. I need to buy some Distress Inks now. This is amazing!
ReplyDeleteLove this card Anya! Your sky is gorgeous! The soft accents of the woodgrain background and the woven strap works so well with the image. Great job!
ReplyDeleteWow - this is the most wonderful sunset sky. I love Western skyline and woodgrain background - just fabulous!
ReplyDeleteSo amazing...I keep telling myself I don't need this set and then I see your card and think otherwise. Your sunset is so realistic, just love everything about your card.
ReplyDeleteAnya, this is just amazing! Love your beautiful sky! I would never had thought of using the colors this way. And you have done such an awesome job. Love the woodgrain too!
ReplyDeletebeautiful job. so soft and pretty
ReplyDeleteWow, Anya, this is Absolutely Beautiful!! It looks like a painting. Love the skyline and design. Fantastic card!!
ReplyDeleteYou really know how to get the most out of these western stamps Anya! Love your gorgeous sunset and the wood grain background is perfect!
ReplyDeleteOooo, no kidding - a real western sunset! This is a beautiful card - excellent work, Anya! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful sunset, beautiful colours and beautifully coloured.
ReplyDeleteOh, this is so evocative of a desert sunset. I think The Duke would have approved!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful scene Anya! I love your card and your take on the photo.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous ........ just gorgeous!! Dusk in the desert ....... WOW!! The whole card is AMAZING!!!
ReplyDeleteWow, I am in awe. This is jaw dropping!
ReplyDeleteWOW...that is a fabulous sunset!!! All the rest is perfect and sets it off!
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