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Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Playing with my markers

First of all, thank you for your kind greetings in yesterday's post. Your visits really make my day. And I want to remind you about my 2nd blog anniversary giveaway. More details HERE. The winner will be picked from one of the commenters all week.

It seems it's been ages since I actually sat down and carefully colored an image. I'm usually a fast card maker. Most of my cards don't take more than 30 minutes to do and right now, that's all I can devote with my busy schedule outside of this hobby. So coloring for me is a leisure because it's time consuming....that and I don't really know how to color and I really don't own that many markers. LOL. I've thought about getting Copic Certified, but just can't justify the cost to take the class.

I've always admired those (like my friends, Asela and Kathy) who can make such beautiful cards with adorable line images that are so popular right now. I usually avoid those stamps because I don't have time to do them justice with my quick cards. But once in awhile a stamp just "calls out" to me :-). Such is the case for the Darling Sisters set by The Greeting Farm that I purchased from Claudia & Co. The 3 girls in this set are just like my girls. It's almost like they were the inspiration behind the stamps.

My card today uses one of the sisters and she reminds me of my oldest, who fixes her hair with one or two pony tails and a pretty hairband almost everyday. She's mommy's little helper in the kitchen and loves to learn how to cook and bake.

TGF Thinking of You
Here's a detailed shot. The colors were inspired by this week's Moxie Fab's Tues Trigger Challenge and the markers for the Stamping with markers challenge. The papers are Echo Park's Life is Good (a sampler of which I also purchased from Claudia & Co). The sentiment is by Gina K Designs.
TGF Thinking of You Detail
I will share the other sisters with you in the next few days as I practice my coloring skills.

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32 comments:

  1. Carla S.March 9, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    This is beautiful, Nina! I love the colors and papers you used with this darling image! Your coloring is fantastic!

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  2. GlynisMarch 9, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Such a sweet image! Always enjoy your cards :O)

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  3. connieMarch 9, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    beautiful card! love the coloring.

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  4. AsiaMarch 9, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Beautiful card Nina and dots are so cute :)

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  5. LindsayMarch 9, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    This is soooo lovely Nina! Lovely coloring on that cute image. the card is gorgeous!

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  6. Janice MMarch 9, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    Saw this on FB and had to come look! Your coloring in wonderful Nina!!

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  7. Patti JMarch 9, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Nina, your card is gorgeous!!! Beautiful coloring, and such a precious image - makes me think of your youngest daughter! Hugs!

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  8. DarlaMarch 9, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    I think you did a fabulous job colouring her!!!
    Beautiful Nina!

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  9. BunnyfreakMarch 9, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    i think your coloring work is wonderful.
    username at yahoo dot com

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  10. KathyMarch 9, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Are you kidding me Nina....were you pretending that you didn't color well??? OMG look at your card!!! It's so so beautiful and colored so perfectly!! Your shading is breathtaking!! Wowowzers
    Like you said if you have the time you get the results. You are so multi talented and I'm lucky to call you a friend. Happy blog Birthday :)
    CAn't wait to see you in Chicago... are you going???
    Love your latest stamp :) Hugs, Kathy

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  11. EliMarch 9, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Baš je krasno. Super izgleda. Ti flomići čuda rade! :)

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  12. peggy wainmanMarch 9, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Beautiful card and coloring!

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  13. Melody (lacyquilter)March 9, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Very pretty. Wish I knew how to color.

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  14. craftymom205March 10, 2011 at 3:58 AM

    Love your card. Your coloring is great.

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  15. Savannah O'GwynnMarch 10, 2011 at 4:02 AM

    SUPER SUPER pretty! Your coloring is FAB! I love the white accents--fabulously done!! You are amazing!! So talented:)

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  16. joaniegMarch 10, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    You are wonderful at coloring.Nina! You could sure teach me alot. I think that's what is holding me back from stamping. Your card is beautiful as I am sure your daughter is. Thank you again for sharing and oh I posted you on Facebook after u directed me!

    Joanie

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  17. Holly AKA KopyKatMarch 10, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    I love your coloring and the stacking of the nesties, too cute! you don't need a cert glass, you are really good all on your own. But I am upset that your super fabulous cards only take you 30 minutes, when they take me all night! lol.

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  18. kathy sMarch 10, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    what a pretty image and your card looks so sweet-love the colours and the dotty paper-so cute. thanks for sharing.

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  19. LageneMarch 10, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    WOW! You nailed the technique! I love the highlights in the hair & shading on the clothing!

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  20. KaryMarch 10, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    Hi Nina, I think you have done well with the colouring. I'm a little biased too ({grin}in a good way) because I love colouring a lot. I always wonder how you keep up with blogging and making so many beautiful cards plus maintaining your personal schedules (which I'm sure is hectic). I'm amazed because I find it challenging ;) Though I may not always comment, I do read all your blog entries and they make me smile. Thanks for inspiring us all.

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  21. Shirley FreadMarch 10, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    There's nothing wrong with your colouring skills. Love this card! Thanks so much for sharing all your work and providing inspiration for everyone.

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  22. anja curversMarch 10, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Wow how can you say you are not into coloring this is so beautiful love everything about it. Great image, great colors you should try this more often if you have some spare time.

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  23. Betty NevilleMarch 11, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    I think you did a FABULOUS job coloring! Never would have guessed that you didn't take a class (and you don't need to!)! Great card!

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  24. kiwimeskreationsMarch 11, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    Nina your colouring is fabulous - and this card is such a darling. Thank you for sharing :-)
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  25. Betty NevilleMarch 11, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    Nina, can you please delete my subscriber/follower entry as I entered my blog incorrectly - sorry. Then I will re-enter. Thanks so much and I apologize for the trouble.

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  26. LeanneMarch 11, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Beautiful! Fabulous coloring & colors.

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  27. Jenny McGeeMarch 11, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Nina, Such a pretty card. I love your work.
    jeannett_mcgee@comcast.net

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  28. Mary FriederichsenMarch 13, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    She is adorable Nina! I think you did a beautiful job with the coloring and the shading!!
    Thank you for sharing!
    Blessings,
    Mary

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  29. ValerieMarch 13, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Love your card and your coloring is amazing.

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  30. Sue DMarch 14, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    Very sweet image and card and your coloring skills are fabulous!

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  31. Paper Crafts & Scrapbooking EditorMarch 14, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    Hey Nina! What a sweet approach to this week's Tuesday Trigger in the Moxie Fab World! Thanks so much for playing along! :)

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  32. Paper Crafts & Scrapbooking EditorMarch 14, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Hey Nina! Thanks also for entering the Stamping with Markers Challenge in the Moxie Fab World! I'm so glad you joined in on all the fun! :)

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Thank you for your kind comments.