I couldn’t let the occasion pass without using this beautiful set from Flourishes called He is Risen.
I’ve gone a little muted in the colors, and not a lot of embellishment. I almost left the ribbon off, but added it at the last minute. My sewing machine has been giving me fits lately, and the decorative stitching down the side looks more like a tangled fishing net than anything decorative. I’ll have to take some time to figure out what’s wrong. It may be something as simple as a dull needle, but the thread seems to be catching somewhere. Darn.
I watercolored the image on 90 lb hot press watercolor paper, then cut it out and mounted on Scotch brand foam mounting tape. The design is so simple there’s not much more to say about it, and I seem to be plum out of words at any rate.
Thanks so much for dropping in for a visit. I’ll see you again soon!
Stamps: He is Risen (Flourishes) Paper: Beige textured cardstock, 90 lb hot press watercolor, My Mind’s Eye Rosy designer paper Ink: Palette Umber, various SU! inks for watercoloring Accessories: Ribbon, gold cord, Spellbinders Standard Circles Small, Scotch brand foam mounting tape
Oh my this is so pretty and elegant!!
Posted by: Karen Wallace | 04/04/2012 at 03:10 AM
Absolutely beautiful, Leslie.
Posted by: bonnie weiss | 04/04/2012 at 03:56 AM
What a beauty Leslie. I love you choice of colors.Beautiful job. Thanks for sharing.
Jan Marie
Flourishes
Posted by: Jan Marie | 04/04/2012 at 04:07 AM
Beautiful! I wish my sewing machine stitching would look that good when it messes up. The ribbon is so pretty. Glad you added it.
Posted by: Carol R | 04/04/2012 at 05:31 AM
very pretty. Love the ribbon touch. Adds a nice splash of color
needle, tension, dot of oil... hopefully nothing more serious than that.
Have a great day
Posted by: yogi | 04/04/2012 at 06:19 AM
It's okay, you can just let that pretty card do the talking. :) It is - as always - breathtaking.
Posted by: Colleen Dietrich | 04/04/2012 at 07:01 AM
Beautiful card-love the image and verse. I have pretty well gone minimalist so would have left the ribbon off-don't know what I will do with all this ribbon (and brads, eyelets, etc) I have collected as I seldom use them anymore-maybe just a phase! :>)
Posted by: Bev J. | 04/04/2012 at 07:14 AM
"Simple design" is not the term that comes to mind when gazing at this beauty! Isn't it great when it works that way? Good luck with your sewing maching . . . Linda
Posted by: Linda Bullard | 04/04/2012 at 08:37 AM
This is softly subtle but imparts a message of great impact, Leslie. Just gorgeous in every way!!
Posted by: Traci Major | 04/04/2012 at 09:07 AM
You've created a beautiful card. It's the perfect setting for the verse from John 11.25. And... Who gives a hoot about a little stitching? It would have gone unnoticed, had you not mentioned it. But of course, that’s just me. In fact, if I’d noticed the it, I would have tried to copy the look. I adore your work and learn from every card you post. Thank you.
Posted by: Francie (Montreal) | 04/04/2012 at 09:13 AM
I love that you watercolored this image, as it really highlights the great message. You are so talented!
Posted by: Marian Bonney | 04/04/2012 at 09:32 AM
Wow! Another jaw-dropping gorgeous creation.
Posted by: SueB | 04/04/2012 at 09:42 AM
Not a lot of words are needed for this beautiful card! Beautifully colored and the peach background really makes it pop!
Posted by: Tammy Hair | 04/04/2012 at 10:27 AM
Gorgeous pops of color and love the background paper, goes perfectly with your beautiful coloring!
Posted by: conniecrafter | 04/04/2012 at 11:46 AM
Leslie, this creation just left me gobsmacked! Totally beautiful!
Posted by: Anne-Marie | 04/04/2012 at 12:40 PM
Wow! This is so Gorgeous Miss Leslie! 8-) Your Coloring is Amazing! and I Love the Wonderful Elegant dp's you paired with your Lovely image! I need to drag out my sewing machine one of these days and give stitching on my cards a whirl.. lol Your stitching always looks So Fantastic! 8-)
Hugs
Shannon
Posted by: Shannon White | 04/04/2012 at 05:11 PM
Simply beautiful. I love the elegance of this card! Everything about it is perfect.
Posted by: Sherri Dean | 04/04/2012 at 05:14 PM
Oh this beauty does not need lots of embellishment. Such a gorgeous image and colored so perfectly with the gently muted colors. Absolutely love this, Leslie.
Posted by: Susan (rainy) | 04/04/2012 at 08:35 PM
Leslie, It's beautiful with or without the bow. And the stitching doesn't look bad either. I had to take a second look before I noticed. As with all your work - the coloring is always perfect. Love the paper and color choices.
Happy Easter to you and Rich (Wally and Lulu too).
Hugs,
Susie ~
Posted by: Susie Lessard | 04/04/2012 at 09:05 PM
Gorgeous artwork! The elegance embraces the strong message of truth! Love it!
Posted by: Linda Carson | 04/04/2012 at 09:22 PM
Leslie, this is simply gorgeous! I've always been a lover of Flourishes stamps and this just proves my point. Your coloring is amazing and your choice of papers is perfect as always.
Posted by: Glenda | 04/05/2012 at 12:54 AM
This is a gorgeous stamp set Leslie and a beautiful card.
Posted by: Leigh | 04/05/2012 at 03:06 AM
Beautiful card - your coloring is always so amazing. My guess is your tension needs adjusting, which can be tricky. Good luck.
Posted by: Troy Louise | 04/05/2012 at 02:00 PM
Your cards are such pure elegance, Leslie! I don't care what you say - the stitching looks great! And it's a wonderful combination of everything with a perfectly cut-out image.
Posted by: Lynette | 04/06/2012 at 04:02 AM
This is beautiful. - Perfect for Easter. I love that verse. (It's being used this Sunday on my other blog)
Posted by: Ida | 04/06/2012 at 03:19 PM
Gorgeous and inspirational! Happy Easter to you!
Posted by: Chris Franco | 04/08/2012 at 10:24 AM
This is absolutely stunning! I am amazed at what you did with this image! Stunning! I hope you had a wonderful Easter!
Posted by: Danielle | 04/12/2012 at 04:46 AM
This is such a stunning card!
Posted by: Linda E | 04/17/2012 at 07:43 PM