Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Magnolia-licious March Sketch...

A happy hello to everyone. We are moving onto a new sketch for the month of March on the Magnolia-licious blog. This month the super talented Janiel has asked us to make a frame for a photo or card that you can insert a photo into using the following recipe...one Magnolia image; 1 trim or ribbon; flowers, pearls or bling to your hearts content.

I was so blessed the other day to grab a few minutes to myself and I headed over to Michaels to scope out their frames. I found this white leather frame with the stitched vines and leaves and I thought it would be perfect for this challenge.

While the girls have napped, I've managed to fit in some time for some crafting (but my kitchen floor is filthy!) I really love the new collection from Magnolia called 'Butterfly Dreams'. Okay, okay, I say that about every collection that comes out. Seems like they're releasing images so quickly back to back I barely have time to ink up all my images - this just might be considered bliss! :-)

So here is what I have done with my frame. I was going to put a picture of the children in the middle, and I can still do that, but I couldn't find one I liked that was square enough to fit. So I colored another Magnolia background. I can't find this one in Diana's shop and I don't have the number of it. Sorry!

Here is my frame using #252 Tilda with Hanging Rabbit...



Here is a closer view of Tilda with her Rabbit...so cute...



I made my own ribbon flower using some ribbon I purchased from Michaels Easter Collection. It has light wire on the edges so it held it's shape wonderfully. The leaves were made from MS punches.



Here is my recipe:
Picture frame - Michaels
Image - #252 Tilda with Hanging Rabbit
Copics -
Skin - E0000,000,00,02, R20 E11
Hair - C3,5,7,9
Bunny - E 40,41,42,43, Chalk
Dress - R00,01,02,12,22; Y000,00,32
Sun - Y000,00,32
Leaves - G24
Flowers - R00,02,12,22; Y17
Grass - G24,40,85,20; E35,30
Clouds - B000,0000
Butterflies - C7, R22, Y17, Stardust Stickles
Velvet Brads - a gift from Norma Lee

I hope you will have time to check out all the other stunning creations done by the Magnolia-liscious DT and that you'll consider joining us in the challenge!

Hugs,
Barb



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  1. CandyMarch 1, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    Hi Barbara,
    Oh how cute your frame is!! Imagine finding it already stitched since you love hand stitching your cards!
    Your Tilda and her rabbit are coloured beautifully. Isn't this Tilda so adorable?
    Your embellishments are great!
    Love that you also stamped and coloured a pretty background in place of the photo for now.
    This is absolutely delightful :o)
    Hugs, Candy

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  2. cabio's craft cornerMarch 1, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    Beautiful springy card Barb. very cute frame and love that ribbon flower. Too cute :o)
    Hugs,
    Cabio

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  3. MoniqueMarch 1, 2011 at 2:14 AM

    It's gorgeous Barb!
    I love that image :)). And the frame is so cute. Love the flower :)).

    Hugs Monique

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  4. paolaMarch 1, 2011 at 5:01 AM

    OH MY WORD!! I cant believe it, thats the background that i am looking for its the butterfly background. I love the soft tones that you've used here my friend, absolutely beautiful, stunning coloring. chat soon
    smmiles and hugs
    Paola

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  5. AnonymousMarch 1, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    So adorable Barb! I love this Tilda with bunny image! I love how you framed out the background with the nestie! Fabulous work! hugs, Angela

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  6. TeriMarch 1, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Gorgeous frame!!!! I just love how springtime-y it feels!!! Everything about it is wonderful, of course!!!!
    Who cares about a dirty floor, it'll get dirty again! Take the time for YOU while the girls are napping!! And that's a little selfish of ME, cause that means that there will be more lovely creations for you to share with us!! LOL!!
    Have a great day!!!
    Hugs,
    Teri

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  7. MyrnaMarch 1, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Such a breath of Spring air!! LOVE the colors specially those touches of orange!!! :-) Wonderful project Barb.

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  8. ChrisMarch 1, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    This is just too cute! I love your frame and your final product is adorable! I love the white - so fresh and clean. What a fun project!

    XO,
    Chris Christensen

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  9. Mascha ZimmermanMarch 1, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    You made a wonderful project, very fresh!
    Bye Mascha

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  10. SandyMarch 1, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Hey barb - wonderful creativity as usual - the frame was perfect for this and I have to tell you .. this new image is my favorite without a doubt. So like a child to carry a little animal around by his neck and this poor little bunny looks like he is saying "I am so tired of this game!" Very nice project Barb. I think I will borrow (that's polite talk for steal) this ribbon idea - it looks like the most delicious lolly pop in the world. Nice project Barb -
    XO
    Sandy

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  11. Tracy ValureMarch 1, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    So pretty Barbara. I keep seeing that little tilda w/Bunny pop up and I want her so badly now. You have colored it beautifully. I feel like I could just hug the bunny myself!! Very nice.
    Tracy V

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  12. Leslie Anne AvilaMarch 1, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Such a wonderful project, Barb! Love your rolled lollipop flower. Everything goes wonderfully together.
    Blessings to you~
    Leslie

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  13. RenateKreativMarch 1, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    So pretty, I love the rabbit is so cute.
    Hugs Renate

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  14. TabMarch 1, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Fabulous frame, hun! Love the image, just too sweet for words and the colours are divine!
    So glad that your having fun with the kids, I loved looking at the pics of them and seeing how much they have grown, such beautiful children.....enjoy your time with them!
    Hugs Tab xxx

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  15. RosieMarch 1, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    Wow Barb, this is adorable! I love the frame idea with Tilda on the outside of the frame and the scene on the inside. Your coloring is amazing and your ribbon flower is fabulous too! Hugs, Rosemary

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  16. Danielle ChampagneMarch 1, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Hello Barb, I love this background, so so cute! and love what you created with your frame. Tilda is sooooo cute with that rabbit, she is a must! You flower gives such a lovely detail to the frame. VEry Very pretty
    Hugs. D.

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  17. PamMarch 1, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Another WOW creation Barb. Love the flower you made too!
    Hugs from Indiana,
    Pam:)

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  18. LINDA W.March 1, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    OMGOODNESS Barb!!!! another beautiful project I love your coloring and color choices are always great.
    Hugs Linda

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  19. Sharon CaudleMarch 1, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Hi Barb!!! What a find you got in that awesome frame! If you hadn't told me, I would have thought you done it yourself! It's beautiful! Love this new Tilda and of course your coloring skills rocked her to the moon and back! Beautiful take on the challenge!
    hugs, Sharon

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  20. scrappinpegMarch 1, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Oh I just love your frame for your card. This is just AWESOME and Yummy!

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  21. scrappinpegMarch 1, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    WOW this is just awesome and yummy. I love your FRAME!

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  22. Linda PalmerMarch 1, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Gorgeous Frame Barb! Love the colors on Tilda and the background. Beautiful coloring.

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  23. ReneMarch 1, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Super pretty Barb and that flower is gorgeous! :D
    Rene

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  24. Kelly March 1, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Hi Barb,
    Your frame is so cute and this is a fun challenge as I have a frame that I havent done anything with. Your from is the perfect size for the background you used. Having fun with the kids? What a blessing you are to them.
    Kelly

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  25. CamiMarch 1, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    Your frame card is so pretty, Barb! Love the scene and your handmade flower!
    Hugs, Cami

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  26. IuliaMarch 2, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    Gorgeous frame project Barb! I had to enlarge a bit the photo to see all the beautiful details. That frame looks great with the shiny leather and stitched leaves/branches. Love this cute Tilda too. You're right, we all tend to love more every new collection. But this new Butterfly Dreams is gorgeous:) Love your amazing coloring, so pro and elegant and that ribbon flower is just the perfect choice for this cute frame.
    Great work!
    Hugs, Iulia

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  27. cathylynnMarch 2, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    What an amazing frame you brewed up Barb!!!Those colors are to die for!! That frame had to be designed for you. It has your style written all over it. I can see that you haven't lost your touch since getting the new little additions. WOW you're AWESOME!!!
    Hugs, Cathy-Lynn

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  28. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Oh wow!! This is so so gorgeous!! I love your pretty flower and the frame is just gorgeous!! TFS!! HUGs

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  29. Patti JoMarch 2, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Perfect frame for this project and you finished it off beautifully! Love this Tilda and bunny and what a neat flower!!! Terrific project Barb....love it!!!

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  30. PenniMarch 2, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    This is beautiful - I love the soft colours, and the flower is fabulous too.

    Hugs
    Penni
    X

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  31. AnonymousMarch 3, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Gorgeous coloring! The little flower is so sweet! Your colors are beautiful and so springy =) Thanks for stopping by my blog =)
    hugs,
    Shell

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  32. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    What a beautiful frame i love it!!!!

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  33. JulieMarch 3, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    I love your frame, the picture you created and that adorable flower. I hope you are having fun with the grand-kids.

    Hugz,
    Julie

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  34. Sandy AngMarch 4, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    It's so fresh and springlike ! Love it.

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  35. MarthaMarch 5, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Barb,
    Your frame is gorgeous. I love all the flowers and the gentleness of it. So special. I too like the new Tilda images, but I have so many older ones I have never inked that I feel guilty getting new ones. : ) Since we still have snow, I made a snow woman snow globe card! Not feeling spring like yet! Your card is beautifully done, in every aspect!

    Love and blessings, Martha

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  36. Pen to PaperMarch 8, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Wow Barb, that frame really is beautiful. At first I thought you had decorated it and wanted to know where you got the design from. The whole thing is gorgeous!

    Hugs,

    Jackie

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  37. Pen to PaperMarch 8, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Oh and I almost forgot. I love the string flower you've made. It's so cool!

    Hugs,

    Jackie

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Hugs....Barb

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