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Thursday, March 15, 2012

Magnolias


Welcome to the last day of Flourishes Sneak Peeks for March!  Haven't they been wonderful?  Today's set though rocks the house I have to say.  It's my favourite of this release.  

If you're anything like me, you'll probably do a little melty thing when you stamp this image for the first time.  It has such spectacular detail.  Kudos once again to our illustrator Marcella Hawley!


I found some beautiful magnolias in Central Park on the internet that inspired this card (see below).   I LOVED the deep purply pink in the base of the petals contrasted with the pinkish-white in the blossom petals as well, so I tried to recreate that in my coloring.  





I love the sentiments in this set as well.  This one especially, anything to do with Hope has a special place in my heart.  

Here are some of the Copic Collections I used in this card.  




Remember the last minute details this week....

You can still enter to win sets this week by playing in our Noon-Time Challenges on the Flourishes Blog, as well as our Pre-Release Pinter Inspiration Challenge. Deadline is 5 PM Central Friday.  Winner's will be announced Saturday on our Winner's Circle post on the Flourishes Blog.

Today you'll find one last...

Comment on the Design Team's Blogs and if you find the Mystery Blogger of the Day you could be chosen to win today's set! 


All of this month's sets are NOW AVAILABLE!  For one week only you can purchase the New Release Bundle at a 10% discount.  

Thanks for joining us for all the fun this week.  It's been fun!  Now go shopping :)  !!

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58 comments:

  1. NaomiMarch 15, 2012 at 11:07 PM

    Christine, as always, you've WOWED me! This is GORGEOUS! I LOVE the magenta, the embellishements, how you layered Labels 10 over Labels 20 (I'm going to have to try that myself), and this magnolia image is BEAUTIFUL!

    Naomi
    xoxo

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  2. DaviMarch 15, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    WOWzer the lucious color and the beautiful embellies really show off the wonderful Magnolia image :)

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  3. Rose AnnMarch 16, 2012 at 12:04 AM

    Oh my gorgeousness, Christine!! Your card looks amazing, and your coloring is stunning!! Love the dies, pearls, and trims you've used as well!!

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  4. Linda CarsonMarch 16, 2012 at 12:14 AM

    WOW! Love the richness of this beauty! Gorgeous coloring, shading and lace...oooo la la!

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  5. Wendy ThompsonMarch 16, 2012 at 12:55 AM

    Stunning card Christine thanks for sharing it with us.

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  6. flourishesMarch 16, 2012 at 3:06 AM

    This is a beautiful creation. The Japanese Magnolias have just finished there blooming here. You've capture that elegant flower and made it spectacular. Thanks for you for this wonderful inspiration.
    Jan Marie
    Flourishes

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  7. flourishesMarch 16, 2012 at 3:08 AM

    Christine you've captured the very essence of this beautiful plant that Marcella penned beautifully. These have just finished their spectacular bloom cycle You are a great inspiration to all.

    Jan Marie
    Flourishes

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  8. Holly AKA KopyKatMarch 16, 2012 at 3:26 AM

    So beautiful, love the dp you used on this and the colors.

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  9. KarinsArtScrapMarch 16, 2012 at 3:48 AM

    wow christine this is stunning fabulous colors.
    your the number one in making cards with flowers.

    greetings karin

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  10. Ellen JarvisMarch 16, 2012 at 3:58 AM

    Christine, nicely done on your coloring. Thank you for the tip to travel to Google to get color inspiration if we don't quite know the flower's natural colors. Stunning!

    Fondly,
    Ellen ♥ CardMonkey
    http://cardmonkey-business.blogspot.com
    E-mail: cardmonkey@comcast.net

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  11. Cheryl OMarch 16, 2012 at 4:51 AM

    Your coloring is so beautiful, the flower just pops out and comes to life. You can also see the light dancing on the leaves. Such lovely work.....

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  12. SandyMarch 16, 2012 at 5:12 AM

    this is just so lovely the colors really pop...
    Sandy :)

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  13. Sar TannMarch 16, 2012 at 5:33 AM

    This card is outstanding! I love, love, love your color choices. The paper colors and laces are so beautiful. This is one of those cards I would put on my dresser just so I could look at it all the time. Wonderful job!

    cikotu1@yhoo.com

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  14. Dawn B.March 16, 2012 at 6:10 AM

    This is so pretty Christine. I really like the Spellbinders you chose. Can yo believe that our Magnolias are in full bloom here. They are all a deeper color. Beautiful work.

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  15. Karen WMarch 16, 2012 at 6:14 AM

    Your card is amazing and I can't wait to get this set, it's fabulous!

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  16. MonicaMarch 16, 2012 at 6:51 AM

    Wow the magnolias are so pretty in purples. Gorgeous work.

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  17. CherylQuiltsMarch 16, 2012 at 6:52 AM

    Christine, I agree with Jan Marie...you have captured the essence of these magnolias in full bloom...gorgeous, rich colors! What a beautiful card, and I love all the wonderful shapes and fine details! Gorgeous stamp set! :)

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  18. AmandaMarch 16, 2012 at 7:05 AM

    Ah-Mazing!! This is truly a beautiful card!! I love, love your layering and coloring! Christine, this is one Beautiful card!

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  19. Carla S.March 16, 2012 at 7:17 AM

    Your card is stunning, Christine! I love the papers and lace and, of course, the absolutely wonderfully colored magnolias!

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  20. petra,s cardsMarch 16, 2012 at 7:21 AM

    wauw what a lovely combination the purple colours whit the magnolia, they looks verry real!
    xx petra

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  21. ItaMarch 16, 2012 at 7:30 AM

    Hi this is a very nice card and i love your colour combination is lovely,I do not have this die yet but have learned some inspiration
    Smiles
    Ita

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  22. AnonymousMarch 16, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    Your card is absolutely beautiful! So real looking.Spectacular details. Mary H.

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  23. Liz WilliamsMarch 16, 2012 at 7:52 AM

    All of these new sets are amazing, but I am particularly loving this one. Your card is gorgeous.

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  24. ConniecrafterMarch 16, 2012 at 8:16 AM

    Oh Wow that is just Beautiful, such gorgeous coloring and your use of the flower ribbon and laces are so pretty with it!

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  25. Betty BentonMarch 16, 2012 at 8:16 AM

    Truly lovely! I like the pairing of the die cuts along with the with the beautiful flowers!

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  26. Sue DMarch 16, 2012 at 8:17 AM

    Beautiful coloring and I like the lace and trims you used.

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  27. PlumTuckered's Paper PlaysMarch 16, 2012 at 8:19 AM

    You've really captured the beauty of the bloom! My Pink Tulip Magnolia Tree is in bloom right now..gorgeous!

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  28. Wanda CullenMarch 16, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    You've knocked my socks off with this beauty! Every little detail highlights this gorgeous new image so well!

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  29. BeateMarch 16, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    Stunning coloring, Christine. Your card looks amazing.
    Hugs and smiles

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  30. CaroleMarch 16, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    Love the color combination Christine, beautiful card.

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  31. Leslie MillerMarch 16, 2012 at 10:32 AM

    I don't know if I could pick a favorite set this month, they're all so beautiful. Got to have all of them, I guess. You've done an amazing job of showcasing these gorgeous stamps, Christine. Every creation is a stunner!

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  32. TrishaMarch 16, 2012 at 10:43 AM

    Beautiful job, Christine. Love your card and your wonderful coloring.

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  33. MarisaMarch 16, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    I can't wait for the magnolia trees on our street to bloom! We have star burst and the regular ones and even a pink one. Yours are fabulously coloured as always and I love the laces/ribbon you used. Gorgeous card!

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  34. Alyssa SMarch 16, 2012 at 11:16 AM

    Absolutely beautiful! Love the bright, bold colors of this!

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  35. HollyMarch 16, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    Oh my goodness, this is gorgeous!!! I love your coloring!!!

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  36. redwasher1March 16, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    Oh, your card is stunning!! I love the colors and your photo!!!! This image is gorgeous!!

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  37. KarenladdMarch 16, 2012 at 12:08 PM

    This is just gorgeous! Love the coloring and that beautiful trim!

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  38. Mrs. HillMarch 16, 2012 at 12:21 PM

    Beautiful rich colors! And I love all that lace!

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  39. Cheryl W.March 16, 2012 at 1:03 PM

    I have always loved magnolias. My daughter has a tree in her back yard and it is gorgeous, like your card.

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  40. Kristie MaynardMarch 16, 2012 at 1:20 PM

    Lovely card! TFS!

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  41. KathiMarch 16, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    This is just so beautiful! Your coloring is awesome and I love all the wonderful additions of lace and pearls!

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  42. JoannMarch 16, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    I love your choice of colors. Simply amazing

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  43. RosemaryMarch 16, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    gorgeous!!!

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  44. debbieMarch 16, 2012 at 5:30 PM

    Christine, I am a hugh fan of your work and this card is no exception. I don't know which I love more, the magnolia image or your coloring. Beautifully done!

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  45. RavengirlMarch 16, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    Whoa, those magnolias are beautiful! Well done!

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  46. GretaMarch 16, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    Be-u-tiful card! Love the lace & flower trim & your fabulous coloring!

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  47. stampqueenMarch 16, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    Beautiful - mu maganolia tree has purple blooms - I can't wait to color these!!!

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  48. Heather RogersMarch 16, 2012 at 9:06 PM

    You colored this Magnolia perfectly. I love that bloom trim. :)

    hugs~

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  49. AnonymousMarch 16, 2012 at 9:42 PM

    Wow! I really love your colors, your card is beautiful, thank you so much for sharing it.

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  50. cassieMarch 17, 2012 at 6:32 AM

    wow! that's just beautiful

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  51. Patti JMarch 17, 2012 at 7:00 AM

    The flowers on your card look as real as your photo! Beautiful card, thanks for sharing!

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  52. AnonymousMarch 17, 2012 at 8:54 AM

    Beautiful card. I love the magnolia stamp. Love your colors. Thanks for sharing.

    Margie F.

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  53. Stacy MorganMarch 17, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    Christine this is simply beautiful! I love the vibrant color and your layout is wonderful.

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  54. Cindy LawrenceMarch 17, 2012 at 9:08 AM

    Absolutely STUNNING, Christine! Love the colors you've chosen! The pretty trims and fancy die-cuts just send it right to the top!

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  55. Sharon HarnistMarch 17, 2012 at 8:49 PM

    Gorgeous card, Christine!

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  56. Pattie J.March 18, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    what a fabulous flower, and such a beauty of a card. And also love you photo of Canada. good job on both. thanks for sharing.

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  57. CaroleMarch 18, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    I'm fascinated with the photo of PINK magnolias! Central Park, that's NY. Hmmm must be a different variety. They are pretty in pink:) In the deep south our magnolias are white, but the smell wonderful. Their scent will fill a room when brought indoors. Your card is lovely:)

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  58. Tammy HershbergerMarch 19, 2012 at 5:34 AM

    Beautiful coloring, and love the dies you used to frame the image!

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