Hello, sweet friends! Well, it's been a very long time since I've posted (or even commented). I've missed you all. On December 12, my DH had knee replacement surgery, and he is now walking around (and learning to walk better) and has one more week of in-home PT and then out-patient PT after that. It's been a long road, and I am exhausted. But God has been so gracious to us both in all His provisions.
Marcella Hawley has a new Instant Garden digital release, and I was delighted to find a couple of hours late last week to color. I hadn't picked up my Copic markers in over six weeks, so I was a bit out of practice. But isn't this the sweetest image with all the wonderful details? She is amazing!
I tried to use the color wheel to pick my colors, and it helped some. This might be a complementary or split complementary color combination, but I need more practice using the color wheel. I finished coloring, masked off the sentiment from Potted Primroses for the tag, and had already decided to use Rich Razzleberry. It didn't seem cohesive enough, so I decided to try out my new Life Changing Blended Brushes and used Scattered Straw to balance out the color of the pears (and give it a bit more warmth). I am still getting used to the brushes, but they sponge so smoothly. I matted the Rich Razzleberry on the sides only and adhered it to a white card base keeping it super simple. This card is for my dear friend BeckyTE who stayed with me all day and night when DH had his knee surgery. What a precious friend! I'm so very thankful for my wonderful friends here on SCS and miss you ALL so much!
Sweet friends, thanks for your prayers and thoughts for my DH and for me. They have meant so much to me. Hugs and love to you all! xoxo
Registered: March 29, 2011 Location: Covington, WA Posts: 32470
Sun, Jan 20, 2019 @ 9:47 PM
Fabulous card, Cheryl. I love your coloring and color choices. You may feel out of practice, but you're certainly not short of talent and skill! Prayers and hugs to you, my friend.
------------------------------ Carla ~ Proud Fan Club Member and Dirty Dozen Alumni.
Cheryl, this is stunning! I love all the colors you added. The purple ribbon is exquisite! Hoping things will go smoother and you will get some rest. Hugs!
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Registered: January 27, 2010 Location: Southern Ontario, Canada Posts: 51650
Sun, Jan 27, 2019 @ 4:58 AM
When I saw your name in the faves list I remembered I had not come to the galleries to see this card. Duh! Truly beautiful work Cheryl. It amazes me what you do with your Copics, so beautiful. I hope you are feeling a bit better Cheryl, and DH is moving right along. Hugs.
------------------------------ Nancy Williams - Hope your day is Spirit-filled and ink-filled (in that order)!DRS Designs-DT, Punchkateerforever, Dirty Dozen Alumni
Registered: June 4, 2009 Location: Deatsville, Alabama Posts: 81780
Sun, Jan 27, 2019 @ 5:07 AM
Beautiful mix of colors and this is a very sweet image. Your coloring is wonderful as always, Cheryl. So glad your sweet husband is doing a bit better and you can find some time for coloring and making cards. Many hugz to you both!!!!
------------------------------ Nancy Williams - Hope your day is Spirit-filled and ink-filled (in that order)!DRS Designs-DT, Punchkateerforever, Dirty Dozen Alumni
------------------------------ Nancy Williams - Hope your day is Spirit-filled and ink-filled (in that order)!DRS Designs-DT, Punchkateerforever, Dirty Dozen Alumni
------------------------------ Nancy Williams - Hope your day is Spirit-filled and ink-filled (in that order)!DRS Designs-DT, Punchkateerforever, Dirty Dozen Alumni
Registered: May 12, 2016 Location: NW Wisconsin Posts: 8485
Sun, Jan 27, 2019 @ 4:35 PM
Cheryl, your coloring illuminates your faith and strength and so glad you had some time for yourself to create this beauty and sharing with your SCS family.
Sending you & Walt healing hugs as the road to recovery is a steadfast journey.
A precious card for a precious friend!
Hugs my friend!
------------------------------ ~Jeannie~Be the reason someone smiles today!
------------------------------ Nancy Williams - Hope your day is Spirit-filled and ink-filled (in that order)!DRS Designs-DT, Punchkateerforever, Dirty Dozen Alumni
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