Sunday, 5 December 2021

We Love Stamping December Challenge

Today is a good day as it heralds a new challenge over at We Love Stamping. The challenge where you can showcase your stamps and your skill at using them.

This month our theme is:

** Anything Goes with the option of CAS **


I do love using Catherine Pooler inks for stamping, the colours are so rich and choosing colours (something I find challenging) is very easy because the mini inks come in sets that are designed to work together.


At first glance this might look quite challenging to stamp but in actual fact it was very easy as it is one of Concord & 9th's amazing turnabout stamps. This is a particularly good one as it doesn't really matter if it is not lined up perfectly - that's the hard bit about turnabout stamps, for me anyway.


I have to say that I am quite pleased with this one and I was even brave enough to add some enamel dots!

Don't forget there is always a prize to be won. Why don't you head over to the challenge blog to check it out?

I hope I have inspired you to join us this month, all you have to do is follow the prompt and ensure stamping is the main focus on your card. I am also happy to say that there are some fabulous prizes prizes to be won. The challenge will close on the 29th December.

I am looking forward to seeing you in the gallery.

I am also sharing this at:
Krafty Chicks #588 - week one stamp act


Supplies:
Cardstock: White stamping card; Adorable Scorable coated card
Ink: Catherine Pooler, sangria, queen for a day, orange peel, rouge
Stamps: Concord & 9th Harvest Wreath Turnabout stamp set; Sentiment: Triple-Step Blooming Heart stamp set.
Dies: Create a smile stitched rectangle. Sentiment die from Harvest Wreath matching die set.

Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog today, I really appreciate it. 

32 comments:

brenda said...

You have built up a lovely bouquet of floral and fauna Hilary and very much in my sort of colours. I am going to check out those inks as I have been looking for some small ink pads that I can use when a normal size is too big for getting varying colours on the same stamp (such as my new AALL and Create which are huge in some cases).

Blows and blustery night here and not looking to change much.

B x

Linby said...

This is absolutely beautiful. The colours are amazing and as you say all work well together.

Ashwini Rao said...

The colors go so well together, and yes, I do love the turnabout stamps for how they make it easy. I love that touch of blue you've given in the card as well. Absolutely beautiful!

Mervi said...

Gorgeous stamped bouquet, so fabulous card;-))m

Zoechaos said...

Its a stunner, so pretty and so tranquil. I dont know the products you used but am very interested reading about them, you clearly know them and how to work with them well because this card really is lovely. xoxo

Viv said...

Brilliant stamping Hilary, lovely card. I have looked at the Catherine Pooler inks and wondered what they were like so thanks for sharing! x

Brenda in IN said...

This is so beautiful. The colors are lovely and the design is gorgeous. I love CP inks too.

crafty-stamper said...

Fabulous stamps and love the rich colours you have used
Carol x

Pia S said...

This is a style I love, but it's far from something I'd be able to make myself. I love the colors you combined.

Crafting Queen said...

Wonderful card,love the colours you used. ANesha

coldwaters2 said...

That looks smashing Hilary you have done an amazing job building up that display it looks wonderful
hugs
lorraine x

Alice (scrAPpamondo) said...

Brilliant card with an exquisite palette! Love the design with the foliage and the enamel dots! I have a turnabout template, very unused, I have to keep it out! Thanks for the inspiration!
Hugs

Bunny said...

The colors are pretty together and I like the enamel dots too. Lovely card. [Bunny]

Bonnie said...

What a pretty bouquet, Hilary! Love these colors!

Christine Alexander said...

Beautiful colour combo for your wreath ♥

nancy littrell said...

Love your gorgeous turnaround stamped bouquet, Hilary. Your choice of colors added so much depth and beauty. TFS Love and Hugs...Nancy

Ros Crawford said...

Absolutely gorgeous!! I love this and yes it looks very complcated!

papierelle said...

It looks amazing!!! And I can imagine that it also has a great effect in other color combinations.

Sarn said...

That's a really beautiful stamped card Hilary.

Hugs, Sarn x

I Card Everyone said...

Hilary, you already know that I'm a huge fan of CP inks - and I really love the combination of colors you've used today! What a gorgeous bouquet! I'm coming in for a closeup!
=]

Cat Craig said...

Bold and beautiful color selection, Hilary. Yes, they do work together as advertised.

aussie aNNie said...

Lovely card and gorgeous colours. Love the stamping. xx

KraftyKoolKat said...

This is gorgeous Hilary. Very intricate stamping.
Hugs
Cathy
xxxxx

Mac Mable said...

What a beautiful colour combination and a striking card. I have never tried the turnabout stamps and off to investigate.....Thank you for the inspiration with this stunner of a card Hilary x.

Loll said...

Beautiful card, Hilary! Love the colours you've used. The enamel dots are the perfect finishing touch. xx

Linda W. (ScrappinBari) said...

Beautiful color combo for that turnabout, Hilary - love this!!

Greta said...

Oh wow--this is gorgeous! I've got to get our my Turnabout stamps I never seem to use. You've inspired me & I'll check out the challenge!

Witchcrafted Life said...

Thoroughly gorgeous card. It is every bit as lovely and timeless as autumn itself.

Autumn Zenith đŸ§¡ Witchcrafted Life

Dotty Jo said...

This is gorgeous, Hilary! I love how you've created a beautiful arrangement with those images. I think I need to look at those inks as I certainly struggle with colour palettes, Jo x

KraftyKoolKat said...

A really beautiful floral arrangement Hilary.
Hugs
Cathy
xxxx

Mia said...

Fantastic card, Hilary! Great colour combo and a beautiful stamp! Hugs, my friend.

The Craft Bucket said...

Just beautiful, love the colours, design, everything. Wishing you a happy, crafty & safe New Year love Jane x