Well, I hope you’ve enjoyed some “greenery” on St. Patrick’s Day, and now you’re ready for some more - but in the botanical variety! Months ago I embossed the set in copper, and watercoloured this beautiful background from Power Poppy called Big Sexy Leaves (retired). It was a 6 x 6 stamp that is great for backgrounds, simply stamped, but also with so much potential for great colouring.
I used Daniel Smith Watercolours, and then added a bit of punch with the vibrant Zig Clean Colour Real Brush Markers. It really ups the vibrancy.
I’m always amazed by the variety in leaves. This Christmas our boys got us a year round pass to our botanical pyramids called Muttart Conservatory. There are 4 pyramids that have unique biospheres, including a tropical one that is full of varieties of colourful leaves. We’re there at least once a month to enjoy the warmth and growth. I thought you might enjoy a couple of pictures from recent visits.
Amazing isn’t it? The new feature pyramid just opened this week, it changes 5 - 7 times a year and this season it’s a Tulip theme. I can’t wait to go and see it!
The diecut sentiment is from MFT, and I added some ombre colour to the lettters with the Zig markers to deliniate it from the background, as well as popping it up.
Copper is such a classy colour and pairs so nicely with this blue green!
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