Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Casing a card from Alice

     Hello my sweet friends!
     You know, more and more I am amazed at how in the world those of you who have small children find the time to play in our crafty world.  My baby is grown and self sufficient so I can't use her as an excuse for a lack of time.  No way are you going to hear me admit that I'm a bit disorganized.  LOL
     I have a card for you today featuring an image from Whimsy and Stars Studio called Balloon Girl.  Can you guys tell I've been practicing my CAS simple skills.  :-)  There's a reason for that I'll be sharing with your soon.
     If by chance there's some reason you have not been privileged to view the work of my ADFD team mate, Alice Wertz, I encourage you to check out her blog.  Alice has the most gorgeous coloring and crafting style that is very unique to her and VERY appealing to me.  This card is my attempt to case her style.
     I hope you have a fantastic Wednesday.  I'm off to finish my catch up visiting, make some cards, and hopefully find time to watch an episode of Inspector Lewis on Masterpiece Theater.


Supplies

Paper:  My Mind's Eye "Miss Caroline--Dolled Up", Recollections, Copic XPress-it Blending card
Stamp:  Whimsy and Stars Studio "Balloon Girl", Studio G clear stamp
Ink:  Copics, Memento Tuxedo Black, Sakura White Gelly Roll pen
Tools:  Nestabilities labels Eighteen, Martha Stewart deep edge punch
Miscellaneous:  Hug Snug Seam Binding, Patine Glimmermist, Kraft Outlet Hang Tag String, button from my stash, Stardust Stickles

30 comments:

KimCreate said...

Gorgeous coloring!!!! I don't know how people with children make cards regularly either!!!
KIm

Lisa Minckler said...

Oh now you have my curiosity peeked. I can't wait to hear the great news. Tracey, I adore the style of this card. Did you call is CAS? Let me go back and look...LOL..yes you did, well, it's perfection. The image is colored beautifully and your friends blog is sensational as well, if this is your inspiration, I can see why. Gorgeous card and wonderful embellishments!

Geri said...

I noticed the more CAS style right off the bat...and I'm lovin' it! This looks so sweet!!

Sue said...

stunning card Tracy, I love that sweet image (thanks for the link) and your colouring as always is beautiful.
I'm looking forward to hearing your news too!
Hugs Sue

Carla S. said...

This is beautiful, Tracy! I love the papers and the clean design! Wonderful coloring of the sweet image!

Ros Crawford said...

How do you do it? Every time I visit I am blown away by your talent ... Stunning card Tracy

Audrey Pettit said...

What a sweet card, Tracy! I love that fun balloon girl image and love the papers you chose. The border punched edging is so pretty and I love the big bow. Fabulous coloring, too. :)

heidy said...

Just beautiful Tracy!!
XXX Heidy

Allisa said...

Fabulous coloring! Love those balloons!

Sarah said...

Such a beautiful CAS card, love the colors! Hugs

Unknown said...

Adorable my friend. She is so sweet. LOVE your CAS card.

Happy Wednesday to you!

Hugs~

Unknown said...

No wonder the girl on your card looks so pretty Tracy, I would, too, if I were given these pretty colours and superbly coloured balloons ;-) Hugs, Ira
irascreacorner.blogspot.com

Kim said...

stunning card and gorgeous colouring - as always~!
Kim x

Jovan said...

This card is so PRETTY...I just LOVE the colors and the ribbon!

Doreen said...

This is just gorgeous Tracy,love the image and great details.xxx

Turtle In The Sand said...

Sugary goodness. I can imagine a little girl saying, "Oh Pretty" when she opens it then staring and fingering every detail

Cheryl said...

Beautiful! Your coloring is gorgeous.

Viv said...

Such a beautiful card Tracey & thanks for the birthday wishes too :) Viv xx

Anneke said...

What a cute card Tracy! I love your bow :) Hugs Anneke

Jinny Newlin said...

Sweet has got to be your middle name, Tracey! Everything you make is just perfect in every way! Hugs!

Denise said...

Stunning card Tracy - adorable image and pretty papers.
Hugs
Denise xx

Ivonne said...

Hi Tracy. Beautiful card, as always. Love the colors, the papers and the ribbon. The image is so sweet and you colored it perfectly. I love it. Hugs, Ivonne

Stacy Morgan said...

So sweet and beautiful coloring.

Alyce Kit and Clowder said...

This is the cutest Tracy!! You have done such a great job..beautiful layout and love those choice of papers. Stunning colouring too! :D

Kirsty Vittetoe said...

Isn't that the sweetest thing, you just make wonderful creation here Tracy!

Renee B. said...

CAS never looked so good!
Hugs, Renee

Heidi said...

Beautiful card!
The image is so sweet:)
Hugs, Heidi:)

Dawn @ LilyPinkScraps said...

Extremely gorgeous!! Love the styling and your colouring just brings it to life :)

Nancy said...

Oh, Tracy! This one REALLY appeals to me! The image, the colors, the design the bow...the simplicity is fabulous! It's a wonderful card, my friend!

Sharron aka Sharrahug said...

Such a super sweet card, GF! Darling!
and I'm with you.......I don't know how anyone can craft with little ones under foot. Although I have a hard time with big ones under foot. LOL (namely Frank......hahahaha)
Sooooo.......I'm thinking you're going to be on a CAS DT soon? hhhhmmmm could that be the secret? LOL Any DT would be very fortunate to have your talents on board. (& you can tell them I said that....LOL)
Huggies ~
Sharron♥