Actually, I began coloring this a while back, but put it aside when I thought my pinks were too bright. Finally, I Googled pink Magnolias and found them in shades varying from very soft to rather bright. So, here are my rather bright pink magnolias:
The stamp set I used is Magnolias, from Flourishes. I colored with Copic markers and cut out the flowers so I could avoid using the extra ink required to shade around the image. I really do need to stock up on the Various Inks, but I shudder at the cost. These are the colors I used:
Since I made this card just for fun I left the sentiment off for the time being. It may become a birthday card, get well, thinking of you, possibly even a sympathy card. I hope you enjoy it. Have a lovely day!
Stamps: Magnolias (Flourishes) Paper: Soft Sky, Flourishes Classic Ivory, retired Stampin’ Up! designer paper Ink: Memento London Fog, Copic markers for coloring Accessories: Ribbons, pearls, Spellbinders Classic Ovals Large S4-110, Scotch brand foam mounting tape
Oh my! Another favorite. Your work is exquisite, beautiful and so perfect. Love this!
Posted by: SueB | 04/16/2012 at 03:09 AM
Oooooh! I think I just fallen in love with magnolias. They are simply gorgeous. The background you created shows them off to a "T". Pure perfection. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Francie (Montreal) | 04/16/2012 at 03:58 AM
Magnolias are on my wish list. This isn't too bright at all; it's beautiful!! Love this card. I like the way that you framed them.
Posted by: Beth Greco | 04/16/2012 at 04:02 AM
Absolutely stunning! Your coloring is always so perfect!
Posted by: Tammy Hair | 04/16/2012 at 04:06 AM
This is so pretty and I love that new stamp set, just gorgeous!!
Posted by: Karen Wallace | 04/16/2012 at 04:27 AM
Soooo pretty Leslie! I think the brightness is perfect!!!
Posted by: HB (Carol) | 04/16/2012 at 04:28 AM
Any shade of PINK is wonderful, including brights. No matter what occasion you decide to use this card for, no doubt it will be very much appreciated.
Posted by: bonnie weiss | 04/16/2012 at 05:01 AM
So delicate and pretty. Flourishes has some lovely stamps. Love the softness of the leaves.
Posted by: marian bonney | 04/16/2012 at 05:27 AM
I love the colors you used. Such a Springy card!!
Posted by: Scrappin Shonie | 04/16/2012 at 05:32 AM
This is just what you said pretty, but more it is stunning. I love the cut work it makes the card delicate, almost lace like,
Thanks so much for sharing.
Jan Marie
Flourishes
Posted by: Jan Marie | 04/16/2012 at 06:42 AM
I think the bright pink and soft background make this such a stunning card. Love how you cut out the flowers and layered them.
Posted by: Maggie S. | 04/16/2012 at 07:51 AM
such pretty coloring, like how it pops against your soft background papers, pretty framing and pleated ribbon!!
Posted by: conniecrafter | 04/16/2012 at 08:23 AM
So very pretty. I love the softer more subtle background DP and framing too. Just look at the pretty ruffled ribbon with the yellow taffeta too. All a breath of beautiful spring air. TFS
Posted by: nancy littrell | 04/16/2012 at 09:10 AM
Beautiful! I have just purchased some Copics from Flourishes (I wait until they have the sale)... but I must admit, I have other markers and Copics are great! They draw like "butter". This is gorgeous Leslie. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Bobbi Miller | 04/16/2012 at 09:27 AM
I LOVE how gorgeous and soft the magnolias are without the black lines. Stunning job with this card Leslie!
Posted by: ChristineCreations | 04/16/2012 at 10:08 AM
Beautiful spring card, Leslie. Thought you might
like to know that Marco's Paper (in Ohio) has Copic
markers on sale at 15% off now through May 5th.
There may be deals on ink refills, too. I don't
know. Just an idea for you! Have a great day.
P.S. Give your doggies a big hug from me!
Posted by: Sherry in MI | 04/16/2012 at 11:19 AM
I DID enjoy it! :) It's very beautiful. I know what you mean about those pinks being too bright, though. I always hesitate to use them because they just pop right off the page! I'm rather limited with my colors, though.
Posted by: Lynette | 04/16/2012 at 02:47 PM
Quite lovely! Glad I had my sunglasses on....! I need to give those colors a try. The bolder the better on my color wheel!!
Posted by: Linda Carson | 04/16/2012 at 02:51 PM
This is just Gorgeous Miss Leslie! 8-) Love the vibrant pinks on your Lovely Magnolias! And what Wonderful dp's you paired with them! Love the Fab Frame and wonderful Layout too! Just Gorgeous! 8-) I always get my Various ink refills from Oozak.com they are very reasonable, I'd say about $2 less per refill than the average.
Big Hugs
Shannon
Posted by: Shannon White | 04/16/2012 at 04:52 PM
This is just beautiful. Isn't it fun to color something up just for the sheer joy of it! Love the pinks against the softer greens & aquas.
Posted by: Sherri Dean | 04/16/2012 at 06:04 PM
Ha! I usually always color bright and have a hard time with pale colors...looks great to me girlie! :)
Posted by: Sue Kment | 04/16/2012 at 06:11 PM
Beautiful card, Leslie! And, what a good idea to leave the sentiment off for now. I really should do that.
Posted by: Linda E | 04/17/2012 at 07:42 PM
Oh beautiful. Your colouring is fabulous Leslie.
Posted by: Leigh | 04/17/2012 at 11:40 PM
Beautiful as is, madame! I like how your eye goes right to those flowers, then travels around to see the soft patterns of paper surrounding them.
Posted by: Colleen Dietrich | 04/19/2012 at 09:27 AM