A number of months ago I was asked to contribute to a new BOOK that has just been released today! It's theme is so close to my heart because it is what makes cardmaking and paper crafting for me...coloring techniques. In the book you will find a phenomenal sampling of stunning cards created by some of the best colorists in the industry, you will be amazed. And can you believe it?! I'm in there too! It's called Coloring Techniques for Cardmaking published by Annie's Attic. It is such a gorgeous book!
So.....Welcome to the Coloring Techniques for Card Making Blog Hop! Today we wanted to introduce you to this brand new, must-have book that has been written to help shed some light on some of the hottest trends in coloring techniques in paper crafting today.
It has been an absolute delight to be a part of this project, and the excitement from the team, editors and publishers over this project has really touched my heart. We're really proud of this book. And I think you will love it.
Coloring Techniques for Card Making features three of the most popular coloring techniques in card making today--water coloring, colored pencils and using alcohol-based ink markers. Each chapter showcases one particular technique and includes an introductions that will help you choose the products that are right for you, and will walk you through the steps to creating one of our featured projects. Easy-to-follow instructions, detailed materials lists and helpful coloring tips will make it easy for you to achieve stunning card-making results. As a bonus, enjoy a chapter that focuses on ways to highlight and accentuate your projects with products such as glitter and gel pens, shading techniques and methods for creating the look of texture with color.
Today I get to share with you a sneak peek of one of my projects in the book! I'm really happy with how it turned out.
This Stargazer Lily card is in the Watercoloring section of the book :) Didn't they photograph it beautifully?? Stamps are from Flourishes Lily of Hope and Tag Lines.
We are pleased that you have joined us for the hop! Be sure to leave a comment at each blog along the way to be entered for your chance to win a free copy of Coloring Techniques for Card Making!
The designers who are participating in the blog hop are as follows:
The designers who are participating in the blog hop are as follows:
Keri Lee Sereika - www.pinklemonade.typepad.com
Debbie Olson - www.debbiedesigns.typepad.com
Jeanne Streiff - www.inkypaws.blogs.splitcoaststampers.com
Trudy Sjolander - www.truesgiftsfromtheheart.blogspot.com
Asela Hopkins - www.hopartstudios.typepad.com
Broni Holcombe - www.bronih.typepad.com/splashesofwatercolor
Kathy Menzies - www.thecreataholic.blogspot.com
Christine Okken - http://christinecreations.blogspot.com You are HERE :)
Dawn Lusk - www.dawnanewday.blogspot.com
Laurie Wilson - www.clearlydelightful.typepad.com/clearly_delightful
Sherrie Siemens - www.sherrie-cardcreme.blogspot.com
Chrissy Le - www.paperinkcolor.blogspot.com
Debbie Olson - www.debbiedesigns.typepad.com
Jeanne Streiff - www.inkypaws.blogs.splitcoaststampers.com
Trudy Sjolander - www.truesgiftsfromtheheart.blogspot.com
Asela Hopkins - www.hopartstudios.typepad.com
Broni Holcombe - www.bronih.typepad.com/splashesofwatercolor
Kathy Menzies - www.thecreataholic.blogspot.com
Christine Okken - http://christinecreations.blogspot.com You are HERE :)
Dawn Lusk - www.dawnanewday.blogspot.com
Laurie Wilson - www.clearlydelightful.typepad.com/clearly_delightful
Sherrie Siemens - www.sherrie-cardcreme.blogspot.com
Chrissy Le - www.paperinkcolor.blogspot.com
Star studded isn't it? I'm still pinching myself! I know you will really enjoy the hop so have fun!
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And be sure to check out my Flourishes Design Team sisters today for their Flourishes Friday creations!
Julie Koerber, Stacy Morgan, Cindy Lawrence, Danielle Kennedy, Dawn Burnworth, and Leslie Miller is the Friday Focus on the Flourishes Blog too!
wow, those flowers are amazing, love your coloring
ReplyDeleteChristine,
ReplyDeleteYour coloring of those flowers is perfection!
So beautiful!
Hugs,
True :D
Woohoo, Christine... YES!! we can finally blurt it out! Awesome my friend! You know I've been a fan of yours for a loooong time!! Congrats gf!! Fabulous, just fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI actually have that book on my Amazon Wish List ... had no idea so many of my "friends" would have work featured ... woot woot.
ReplyDeleteWow--love love love the colors on this card!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful card... awesome work! This book looks like a definite must-have... thanks for the chance to win it! I can't wait to see it in person.
ReplyDeleteWow - those flowers are stunning! I can't wait to see more of this book.
ReplyDeleteGeez, Christine! Can you believe we've been included in this?? It's such an honor and I'm thrilled that we got to do this together!!! Loved every one of your cards!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful coloring! Love how it all turned out.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous-LOVE it!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great book to have. Thanks and blessings
ReplyDeleteThe flowers are so pretty, almost a 3d quality to them. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWow that's a total stunner....the flowers are superb.
ReplyDeleteThis is stunning... gorgeous tones and photography.
ReplyDeleteLove how this book has more than one technique too.
So proud of you! Congratulations on being published.
ReplyDeleteChristine, this simply takes my breath away!! Simply gorgeous!! Congratulations!!
ReplyDeleteFabulous card! So pretty - Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteTook a peek at your cards and they are lovely!! Congratulations on being published ~jeni :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great book. Congradulations
ReplyDeleteThis project is so BEAUTIFUL! Thanks for all your hard work and for taking part in the hop today!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card and amazing coloring!
ReplyDeleteThe flowers are amazing. Your coloring is perfection!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!!! Awesome coloring! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card! This book looks like a valuable resource!
ReplyDeletewow, gorgeous cards, TFS - I shall be back to browse more, thank you for the chance to win! HUgs always! G
ReplyDeleteSimply stunning! I love the whole thing. Congrats for the publish and for providing lots of inspiration.
ReplyDeleteGreat job, beautiful coloring.
ReplyDeleteFantasic Christine, I can't wait to see the book
ReplyDeleteThis is stunning. Love the color combo and your coloring is beautiful. I'm really enjoying all the creative and inspiring MOJO on this hop.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card. What a tough secret to keep. So happy this book was written.
ReplyDeleteChristine, your coloring is breathtakingly beautiful! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteStunning and BEAUTIFUL! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteBreathtaking. Shirley B.
ReplyDeleteI love it! I love the colors!
ReplyDeleteStunning Christine! I love the colouring your chose, but also like the added elements you put on your card, the scored line, the glitter, the paper piercing... beautiful.
ReplyDeletebeautiful watercoloring - whole card is gorgeous. thanks for a chance to win and the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteHow gorgeous! Your card is so pretty! Love the colors on the flowers.
ReplyDeleteSuch vivid colors. Love your card.
ReplyDeleteThis is stunning. Love the colors and coloring.
ReplyDeleteI love this card! Your flowers look so real. The pink is a perfect color.
ReplyDeleteStriking card! What a fantastic prize to be won! Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful Christine. So happy for you.
ReplyDeleteWow! I learn so much at each stop in the blog hop. You have such amazing coloring and use of white space to highlight your flowers. [note to self: you can leave white space!] Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteOH MY GOODNESS!!!!!What beautiful color! And yes they did photograph it at it's best! Thanks for sharing your amazing talent!
ReplyDeleteChristine, this is so exciting! Wow! Congrats! Your card is just beautiful and of course the coloring is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty card... congrats on the book!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job on your entry... looking forward to seeing all your submissions!!
ReplyDeleteYour card is BEAUTIFUL!!!
ReplyDeleteI cant wait to see this book in person!!!
Have a GREAT day!
Oh my goodness! What a treat!!! Love that you are featured here in the Coloring Techniques book. OF COURSE you are right where you should be. Congratulations! {{Christine}}
ReplyDeleteOh, Christine! I'm so excited for you and the others I could burst! Of course, who would be more perfect for the watercoloring section of the book? It looks like a beautiful book, and it's a beautiful card, too. I simply MUST have a copy!!!!! Congratulations on this honor!
ReplyDeleteYour watercoloring is beautiful. Hope the book can teach me!! Congrats on being published.Thanks.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Christine! Your coloring is amazing and I am excited for you to see your creations in a book about coloring!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card!
Hugs and smiles
Wowsa! Beautiful card! The book is an exciting concept and I can't wait to start learning some of its secrets contained within! Blessings.
ReplyDeleteVibrant and cheerful, WOW, the coloring is outstanding! All your cards in this book just blow me away.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being published!! What a wonderful book to be a part of :) You go girl!!
ReplyDeletebeautiful flowers and coloring christine
ReplyDeleteit's a beautiful card
greetings karin
This is beautiful Christine.. How exciting.. I love your work..
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card. TFS.
ReplyDeleteI really need to try this watercolor business. Great card and congrats on being in the book!
ReplyDeleteYour card is just gorgeous!! Love you beautiful watercoloring. Congratulations on being a contributing artist in this new book. Looks like it will be a must-have!
ReplyDeleteam enjoying the blog hop. thanks for all the eye candy.
ReplyDeleteHow STUNNING! Beautiful work!
ReplyDeleteSOOO cute! Love your coloring!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty in pink!! Great work and congrats!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being published. your card is beautiful. This is a must have book.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful watercoloring! I would love to learn this technique.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations !! Such a beautiful card, I cannot wait to check out this book.
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty card!
ReplyDeleteI bought that stamp hoping to learn how to make those lillies into Stargazers. Yours are beautiful and I am planning to follow your design all the way.
ReplyDeleteCongradulations on your accomplishment. What a cheery card.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your wonderful contribution to a great book!
ReplyDeleteI so love to color and this book will be a must! Your coloring always inspires me and your card is as gorgeous as always.
ReplyDeletewhim6915
I love everything I have seen so far.
ReplyDeleteAnother stunning card, Christine! I'm loving the way each project shown has been photographed and can't wait to see this book in person!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job with your coloring of the lilies. Inspiring.
ReplyDeleteOh Dear Christine~
ReplyDeleteIt wouldn't have mattered what type of camera they used or what type of light--if any. All of your cards are just incredibly beautiful...and I love when you watercolor. You put so much color into the lilies...this card is so beautiful...from the paper piercing on the top, to the little details in the lilies!
Congratulations on such a success!
He IS Able,
Traci S.
I love your card. Thanks for the chance to win the book!
ReplyDeleteJust gorgeous! Congrats on being selected for this wonderful book.
ReplyDeleteI would love to win a copy of this book. Thank you for the inspiration and chance to win :).
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card. Love that pink and white. Congratulations on bing in the book!
ReplyDeleteChristine, your colored creations have always inspired me, and I am sure you will have so much great instruction in this book!! Wonderful news, congratulations!!
ReplyDeleteYour card is amazingly beautiful, too!!
Congratulations!! That is so exciting. Beautiful card too!
ReplyDeletebeautiful stamp and gorgeous coloring. star gazers are my favorite flower. can't wait to see the book.
ReplyDeleteOh my...this is absolutely STUNNING, Christine!! Congrats on your pub too!! Woo hoo!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous card! Pink is my very favorite color and I am really loving all of the pink on your card! :)
ReplyDeletethe quality of the work is amazing thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! I can't wait to get my hands on the book.
ReplyDeleteCongrats!
ReplyDeleteThat is amazing book!
Your flowers are perfect!
Hugs!
Sandra!
This is a gorgeous card. I love your coloring, the bow, the border accent, the pierced flourish, well, I love it all!
ReplyDeleteChristine, I always LOVE your work, and this is no less...gorgeous! Fabulous colors!
ReplyDeleteThe photography is very pretty, but your card is gorgeous. Your colouring is fantastic too! I'm just starting out with Copics, so this book would be fab! Congratulations on being in the mag too!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful, vibrant card! Your watercolor technique is ecquisite.
ReplyDeleteOMG, your card is fabulous - the flowers pop off the card. I love it..
ReplyDeleteBarb S (FL)
These are the most beautifully colored lillies that I have ever seen. No wonder you are in this book. TFS
ReplyDeleteI love these colors! Great job!
ReplyDeleteLove your lily!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! The flowers on your card are just beautiful! You did a wonderful job.
ReplyDeletebeautiful, so pretty in pink
ReplyDeletejust love this card
You did a beautiful job on those lilies - love it! My favorite flower too and pink! I can't wait to see this book, will have to check out Annies Attic for it. Thanks for sharing your wonderful work. Hugs*
ReplyDeleteI'm already a fan of your blog, and this card really takes the cake! The flowers are amazing! What an awesome coloring job!
ReplyDeletevery pretty!
ReplyDeleteSandra
This card is gorgeous and yes they did an excellent job with the photography! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteAs a floral designer I love "your" star gazer! You did a fantastic job, I can almost smell the fragrance, lol. TFS, Mary M
ReplyDeletevery pretty card and the use of pink is great
ReplyDeleteThe lilies are amazing, Christine!! The books also looks like a must have for the coloring lovers like me :):) Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteMarveluos coloring on those gorgeous lilies. Congrats on the new publication!
ReplyDeleteYea for you Christine!! Your card is absolutely divine! Congratulations! Nothing like learning from the best!!
ReplyDeleteYour artwork is beautiful, love the
ReplyDeletecolor you chose
So very pretty! I love your color choices. The blog hop has been great fun too.,
ReplyDeleteSuch a gorgeous card! I love the depth in the pink lilies. This book looks amazing and is definitely on my wish list!
ReplyDeleteWhat can I say that has not been said before . Thank you for the inspiration . I loved the pinpricking in top corner , nice touch .
ReplyDeleteI love Stargazer's and yours look totally real! Wonderful job!!
ReplyDeleteR/
Truly beautiful!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations and no wonder! Look at that stunning card! Look at the exquisite coloring! Just lovely... I need this book - as I have purchased colored pencils and alcohol ink markers, but don't have a clue what I'm doing with them! Thank you for the opportunity!
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous piece of art, you inspired us all. Congratulations
ReplyDeleteOh I love star gazer lilies! Beautifully done!!!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! Thanks for the chance to win the book.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty card! Can't wait to see this new book!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning card. Your lilies are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteExcelente manejo del color y del diseño.
ReplyDeleteFelicitaciones.
Besitos desde Argentina.
This card took my breathe away when I saw it. Just gorgeous! Congratulations...
ReplyDeleteYour coloring is amazing! I so love to color, & would love to own a copy of the book- I can use the tips!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card. Can't wait for the book to come out.
ReplyDeleteFabulous watercoloring and beautiful card. God bless!
ReplyDeleteThose lilies look so real. Great job on the coloring. I can't wait to have a peak at that new book!
ReplyDeleteWhat can I say, it's stunning. Can't wait to see all the techniques and cards in the new book.
ReplyDeleteHappy - I would be ecstatic if my colouring turned out that realistic -beautiful lilies and card
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, amazing, studendous! Your coloring is soooooo pretty. Elle
ReplyDeleteWow - those are pretty pink lilies. I would love a chance to win this book. Thank you so much.
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning card! This book is definitely a "must have" !!
ReplyDeleteLovely. Can't wait to see more.
ReplyDeleteYour card is so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful flowers, beautiful card. Your coloring is amazing.
ReplyDeleteHow exciting for you to be included in this lovely book. I am hoping to win it! your card is glorious. I am just learning to watercolor
ReplyDeleteThe flowers are GORGEOUS. Thank you for the opportunity to win Coloring Techniques for Card Making
ReplyDeleteYour card is just gorgeous - beautiful colouring! Looks like a FABULOUS book!
ReplyDeleteHope you have a great weekend!
Hugs, Shannah
Stargazer lilies are my mother's favorite. And you've done a wonderful job with the coloring here. Absolutely gorgeous. TFS the card and the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteI really love your card. I need to do more water coloring...it's beautiful! Magazine looks fantastic and I can't wait to get one!
ReplyDeleteThis is truly stunning! Thanks for sharing; can't wait to see the book.
ReplyDeleteSimply beautiful Christine. thanks for sharing and giving us the opportunity to win this must have book - even if we can't color the inspirational works of art are amazing.
ReplyDeleteChristine your coloring is spectacular. Each time I see your cards, I'm jealous. Thank you for sharing your creativity in this book. Even if I don't win it, I will buy it.
ReplyDeleteSuch a great book! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card!I can hardly wait to see the book
ReplyDeleteYour card is bee-u-tee-ful!
ReplyDeleteThank you for a chance to win!
Congratulatons. What an honor to be chosen!
ReplyDeleteYou must be thrilled. Congrats! Beautiful artistry. Card is stunning.
ReplyDeletePeace, Becky Johnson
That lily is done to perfection!! Gorgeous card! Looks like I'm going to need that book!
ReplyDeleteThe flowers look so real on your card,and oh the water coloring is lovely.
ReplyDeleteJocelan p
Beautiful painting of the flowers, love the piercing, and pretty border!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! This will likely make a good read and reference.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card and flowers! I sure need to win that book!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis book would be an assect to any stampers' stash. Your card is so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHot pink is my favorite color, just great looking flowers
ReplyDeleteThis is a gorgeous card- plus it is one of my favorite flowers! Would love to win this book!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being published. I love stargazers and your card does them justice.
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely card. This book is going to be as a coloring resource
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the book! Your card is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI am such a fan of watercoloring and you did a spectacular job on those beautiful lilies!!
ReplyDeleteHow great to have a book for all these techniques.
ReplyDeletecarol b
this book sounds amazing for novices like me- would love to win a copy- your lilies are beautiful TFS.
ReplyDeleteWow, the watercoloring I have seen is outstanding!! Love it!
ReplyDeleteOh WOW that is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThose lilies are stunning! Congratulations! I have to check out this book!
ReplyDeleteA very eye catching card! I love the color. Can't wait to get the book and learn how to do it myself. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteCongrats Christine! I am so thrilled about the book and your place in it. You are so deserving!!
ReplyDeleteYOur flowers are stunning!
hugs,
Chris
beautiful coloring! this book looks like a wonderful resource. thanks for a chance to win.
ReplyDeleteOMG! Those flowers look REAL! I am in awe, truly! The card demonstrates perfectly why you would be in this book!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card! Thanks for sharing and a chance at winning.
ReplyDeleteLove it! I am definitely a reader, so much to learn!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card and congratulations on book.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card! Can't wait to see the rest of the book!
ReplyDeletekekcastle@hotmail.com
I've always loved star gazers. Your project makes them even more so. Love the colors and technique.
ReplyDeleteYour card is simply STUNNING! Thanks for a chance to win this fabulous resource!!!
ReplyDeleteThe flowers are beautiful, make me what to practice coloring today. Can't wait to get the book
ReplyDeleteYour card is stunning!!
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing ~ Pam
What a beautiful card! I love the bright colors.
ReplyDeleteLovely card!!
ReplyDeleteYour card is stunning, your coloring of the flowers is so beautiful. This book is on my must have list
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card! I can't wait to get that book now. The pink colors are amazing.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning!! OMG! Congratulations on being part of this amazing hop and the book!
ReplyDeleteWow! This like a whole new world for me. I didn't think you could get such vivid colors. I want to pick the lilies!
ReplyDeleteSharon L
Wow what a gorgeous card! The flowers are truly stunning!
ReplyDeleteNo surprise that you were included in this body of work - your coloring has always been so lovely! The star gazer lilies in your card are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWhat an absolutely beautiful card!!
ReplyDeleteI can almost smell the fabulous fragrance of these stargazers. Your card is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card. Love your coloring.
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS card--love it!!! Your coloring is fantastic!
ReplyDeletelove the card and the book sounds awesome...congrats
ReplyDeleteVery impressive coloring of the flowers! Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty card...your flowers are amazing! TFS
ReplyDeleteYou made them look so real, love the colors, just fabulous!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty card, can't wait to see the BOOK!
ReplyDeleteYour card is so beautiful with the bright pink and white! No wonder you were published! I love everything used!
ReplyDeleteYour card is so beautiful with the bright pink and white! No wonder you were published! I love everything used!
ReplyDeleteThis book sounds like it could be my new best friend! Oh random generator...pick me, pick me!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! Love your coloring technique! This book is definitely something I need to get. 8-)
ReplyDeletePretty card! Love the colors!
ReplyDeleteDeniseB
Lovely card, and I will look for the book but would love to win it too! congrats on your publication!
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