Saturday, 27 May 2017

New Challenge at Less Is More: Shimmer!


Please click on the photo to make it larger: you'll get a better look of the shimmer!


Hi friends!
One week flew by again and it's time for a new challenge at Less Is More. We have a recipe week ahead of us and we'd like to see CAS cards with shimmer! This week I unfortunately have only one DT card for you but I'm sure the other lovely LIM ladies have several samples for your inspiration. Have a look at their cards and all challenge details HERE. We are very happy to be sponsored by Uniko Studio and to celebrate that I'm using my most favorite Uniko set in my stash called Pure Florals: Chrysanthemum. 

I'm afraid for one month from here on I'll only have one LIM DT card per challenge: I'll be very sadly parted from my crafting supplies! Yes... It's a tragedy! What will I do all days when I can't craft?!? Well, for most of this time I won't be at home so I think I'll survive. In the end of June I'll be back on my normal card making track. I'm already looking forward to that time... Then I'll be on holidays for 6 weeks! :)


So, my card this week:

I've stamped my flower- leaves cluster with the help of some masking and then colored in the images with Copics. I'm not going to lie, coloring this in took a long time... The chrysanthemum is pretty detailed and I stamped lots of leaves! My shimmer is in the leaves and in the sentiment die cut -I simply used Wink of Stella shimmer pen on top of my Copic coloring. This must be my favorite way to add shimmer to my cards. I couldn't resist using the hidden sentiment die technique again... Love it! I was holding my breath when die cutting my colored panel... It would have been NOT FUN if I would have messed up the die cutting! Luckily all went well and I love the outcome. 

I'd like to enter:
Stamp Ink Paper: Card Maker's choice
I used my favorite red and green Copics for my coloring... And in general I just love coloring + am at the moment obsessed with the hidden die cut technique!


Thanks for popping by and happy crafting -I can't wait to see all your wonderful shimmer CAS cards!


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25 comments:

  1. Neets B27 May 2017 at 10:52

    Wow, this card is an absolute triumph, Nonni! I once coloured this with my Zigs and it took AGES! Loved the result though as it's such a stunning image. Fabulous shading of the leaves and well done for taking the plunge and die cutting your panel after all that hard work, it's gorgeous! xx

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  2. Izzy Scrap27 May 2017 at 11:13

    Totally agree with Anita, your card is an absolute wonder Nonni ! And I can easily imagine what was your feeling at the moment you die cut it ! Your colouring is just stunning and the shadows you succeed to make give such a depth to your card ! I also love very much this technique but my die words are not big enough so the result is not as beautiful ! A pure masterpiece ! Have a lovely weekend ! xx

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  3. Sharon Traynor Designs27 May 2017 at 12:53

    Sensational card Nonni! Such incredible colouring skills because it looks like you could just pick that flower off the card (it looks so real). Yes, I can also imagine how long it took you to colour and the nervousness you must have felt when die cutting into it. Well worth it though. Hope you don't miss your crafting stash too much over the next 4 weeks xx

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  4. Sarah G27 May 2017 at 15:00

    Your colouring is just amazing, Nonni! I love the depth you have created with the gorgeous chrysanthemum and the added interest created by your die cut sentiment. A fabulous design! I hope you don't get crafty withdrawal over the next few weeks although a 6 week holiday is certainly something to look forward to xx

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  5. Maria27 May 2017 at 16:58

    Absolutely lovely card!! Your coloring is perfect! Wonderful technique! I must give it a try some time!

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  6. Kim Heggins27 May 2017 at 17:42

    Simply stunning card...love your beautiful flowers and your sweet thanks! Gorgeous!

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  7. Loll27 May 2017 at 18:06

    Gorgeous card Nonni!! Your copic colouring is always outstanding ... well worth the time as your bloom and leaves are amazing. Love the hidden sentiment technique and all that shimmer! xx

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  8. Esther27 May 2017 at 18:43

    So, so fab!!! The die cutting gamble paid off in bucket loads - it looks great! Gorgeous flower and a fantastic, classy design. Your colouring is super and really shows Zigs to their best advantage. Enjoy your holiday and I hope you don't miss your crafting supplies too much :D x

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  9. Trina P.27 May 2017 at 19:06

    Gorgeous card, Nonni. Colouring may have taken long, but looks amazing! Shimmer pens are also my favourite way to add shimmer to my projects. And love that hidden die cut sentiment. Beautiful card. Good luck with everything and enjoy your holiday.

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  10. Ksenija @Sweet Kobylkin27 May 2017 at 23:15

    Fabulous card! So beautiful colouring, Nonni. - Sweet Kobylkin

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  11. Lisa Kind28 May 2017 at 00:34

    Is is absolutely gorgeous Nonni! Lovely coloring!

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  12. Marina28 May 2017 at 07:47

    The big flower and the colours are absolutely gorgeous.

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  13. Sazzle Dazzle28 May 2017 at 12:28

    Simply FAB-U-LOUS Nonni. Your colouring is awesome and although it took a while it was definitely worth it. This flower looks magical and with the added shimmer it's spectacular. Love the design and your camouflage sentiment - so neat and such an eye-catching technique. Enjoy your holiday x

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  14. Gingin28 May 2017 at 15:00

    Nonni this is absolutely stunning!!! Your copic coloring is just amazing! Thank you so much for joining us this week at Stamp Ink Paper:)

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  15. Tina's Crop Shop28 May 2017 at 15:20

    Wow Nonni.. this is absolutely GORGEOUS! I love how you cut out the word and popped it up! Seriously fabulous card design! Thanks so much for joining us at Stamp, Ink, Paper this week!

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  16. Shirley N28 May 2017 at 20:00

    What a gorgeous card, your coloring is fabulous!

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  17. Anita in France28 May 2017 at 20:40

    Wow, Nonni, your colouring is spectacular ... love the fabulous bloom, love the camouflaged sentiment ... just gorgeous! Hugs, Anita :)

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  18. Pia S28 May 2017 at 21:03

    Very impressive stamping and coloring and the shimmer looks fantastic! It's a gorgeous card, Nonni!

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  19. ElizStewart28 May 2017 at 21:22

    You have definitely sold me on this stamp set! Your card is spectacular!!!

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  20. Susan29 May 2017 at 05:48

    This card is stunning! Perfect inspiration!

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  21. Jenny Colacicco29 May 2017 at 13:35

    Oh my my my Nonni!!! Your colouring is amazing. Wow!!!! What a fab card. Just perfect. Have a fab time off, I'm very jealous!! Jenny xx

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  22. Stempelomi31 May 2017 at 17:47

    so lovely!

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  23. Michelle W1 June 2017 at 08:44

    Gorgeous card Nonni, now I want that stamp set!

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  24. Kathy2 June 2017 at 14:04

    Such a beautiful card, Nonni! Love the way you've colored the letters, too, something I must try!

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  25. Beverley16 June 2017 at 22:22

    WOW! Simply stunning. Beautifully designed card, exquisite stamping, masking and colouring too. Thank you so much for sharing and showcasing Uniko. Hugs Bev x

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