This offering is for today's SC (rather loosely), yesterday's MMTPT (BINGO for Susie) and Monday's TLC (coloring mediums).
Susie likes frogs, blue and bling (sorry, Jen, I skipped around the BINGO board). Not sure if the Dew Drops are bling. Maybe I'll add a little glitter on the lilies.
Monday's TLC was to choose the coloring medium that is most challenging for you to use. Confession: they're ALL hard for me. It isn't my natural instinct to color. Even as child, I didn't really enjoy it that much. I'd grip the crayon too hard, I'd get mad at myself for going out of the lines, my crayons would not stay sharp. Yes, I was hard on myself. I have worked at coloring a bit more this past year, I've improved, but it will never be a go-to for me. So it didn't matter what I chose to use; I cried all the way through this card. No, I didn't. I cried because I'm not finished with my September Fan Club offerings and they need to be uploaded by Monday. This is my last month creating for the Fan Club and it's been very much fun, I've learned a lot, gotten to know a few folks better, and I've stretched my creativity, I think. Don't worry, it will all get done! It's been an honor!
Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2019 GMT Views: 1066
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Registered: January 6, 2004 Location: Connecticut Posts: 20543
Wed, Sep 11, 2019 @ 1:43 PM
I just took a kayak ride around the lake...I saw lily pads and flowers, but no frogs! But your creation certainly seems like a lovely reflection of my kayaking. Nicely done!
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Registered: January 20, 2016 Location: Freetown, Massachusetts Posts: 31441
Wed, Sep 11, 2019 @ 1:49 PM
I cry through all fancy folds. LOL! I love this awesome scene that you've created with the lilies and lily pads. It's fine with me if you skip around the BINGO board, but you're gonna get caught. I totally sent Susie a copy so that she could play along as she gets her cards in the mail! Haha! I feel terrible that I haven't been able to keep up with the Dirty Dozen galleries--they're always so full of amazing creations.
Registered: October 12, 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 70346
Wed, Sep 11, 2019 @ 2:44 PM
Beautiful card. I am happy that the Sketch Challenge inspired you! I like the frogs on the lily pads. Good for you going outside your comfort zone to practice some coloring. We have enjoyed all your Dirty Girl cards for the Fan Club Challenges; keep on creating & sharing.
Registered: August 15, 2007 Location: Twin Cities MN Posts: 50578
Wed, Sep 11, 2019 @ 2:53 PM
This is really cool...the idea of the frogs on the lily pads is genius! I think you did very well on the coloring on this. Good luck with your DD cards..I’m sure you’ll come up with some fab creations..you always do ;)
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Registered: April 18, 2011 Location: Melbourne, Aus Posts: 51844
Wed, Sep 11, 2019 @ 3:12 PM
What a fabulous card Jean. I love all the elements and how you brought them together. Don't ever worry about colouring outside the lines, just draw a new line (wise words of advice to me from my then 5 year old grand niece). Good luck with your DD creations, wow the time flew!
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Registered: June 4, 2009 Location: Deatsville, Alabama Posts: 83083
Wed, Sep 11, 2019 @ 5:37 PM
Jean, this is soooo cool. Some great images and detail. Fab! Hugz
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Registered: February 26, 2007 Location: On SCS Posts: 36631
Wed, Sep 11, 2019 @ 8:16 PM
I absolutely love reading about your journey with every card; you are a fabulous story teller!
This card is so delightful and cheerful. Susie will love it! I completely understand the pressure and excitement with the DD. I learned so much, and I am grateful for new friends, too!
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Registered: July 27, 2007 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 131740
Thu, Sep 12, 2019 @ 12:35 PM
Dew Drops are bling in my book - I love the look of them. I like the cut-off front, and the shading on the lily pads. Shadows and shading are my weak point. What an inspiring sentiment.
Registered: May 26, 2015 Location: Oregon Posts: 5532
Thu, Sep 12, 2019 @ 2:38 PM
Again, I agree with not wanting to color often. This is a beauty of a creation with a wonderful message and it marks your #1000. I applaud you on all of your SCS achievements.