Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Watercolor Wonder

Hey there! Thanks for joining me for day 3 of the Papertrey Ink February sneaks. I'm back today to share with you more of yet another new set of mine...  Watercolor Wonder.  A very unique set that will allow you to add trendy "brushstrokes" of color to your paper crafting projects.  This set is packed full with 8 different designs.  Filling this set with so many useful images didn't leave any room for sentiments, but no worries... this set pairs perfectly with any style of phrases you already have on hand.  At a cost of only $15, this set will be available for purchase beginning February 15th at Papertrey Ink.
 
Now onto today's creations...
An embossed sentiment allowed me to cleanly stamp the brushstrokes directly over it.  The embossing resisted the ink and let the "Hello There" become the focus.  This sentiment and all others below are from my other new set Mini Blooms (more on it tomorrow).
This faux watercolored combo consists of sweet blush, harvest gold, Hero Arts soft cantaloupe and Hero Arts tide pool inks.  All stamped over white embossing powder.  Then finished the card off with a few enamel dots.
My next card uses the two longest images in the Watercolor Wonder set, one more of a wider stroke and the other thin, to stamp the look of gradient brushstrokes.  I used a soft and sweet color combo of berry sorbet, melon berry and sweet blush.
Then finished the card off with a stunning strip of heat embossed gold.  So pretty!
For this final card I wanted to focus on more of a faux acrylic paint look, by heat embossing in color.  I've layered both stamped and heat embossed strokes here. 
I just love how the layers look so different when done this way, how the lighter colors stand out so well over the darker ones.  What do you think?  Have I achieved an acrylic type look?  Also, did you notice?!  These colored embossing powders are ones that Papertrey Ink will soon be carrying in the store.  Same goes for that beautiful flower.  Find more info on these new items here.

Well, that concludes today's look at Watercolor Wonder. Just remember... this stamp sets will be available for purchase through Papertrey Ink, beginning February 15th. In the mean time, I'd love to know what you think, so please feel free to share!

Now, be sure to visit Nichole Heady for more peeks at this new set.  Also, Heather Nichols, Dawn McVey, Melissa Bickford, Erin Lincolin & Lizzie Jones have peeks to share with you of their newest sets for the month.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Maile



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29 comments:

  1. NancyFebruary 12, 2013 at 5:14 AM

    I can't tell you how much I adore your new sets, the Ikat and especially the Watercolor Wonder, I'm definitely smitten! So clever of you, great designing job!

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  2. UnknownFebruary 12, 2013 at 5:20 AM

    OMG, LOVE!

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  3. PennyFebruary 12, 2013 at 5:51 AM

    I will be buying this set - fantastic!

    Penny

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  4. Leigh Ann BairdFebruary 12, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    I must have this set.

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  5. LuanneFebruary 12, 2013 at 6:04 AM

    You're breaking my budget this month! I love both these sets too. You're awsome!!

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  6. jintyoo7February 12, 2013 at 6:30 AM

    Magnificent sets, Maile - and beautiful showcasing!

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  7. cards by caraFebruary 12, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    Wow, what a cool set!!

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  8. andie smith.February 12, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    i love these cards...they are so simple but look so cool :) great new stamp set...and i can't wait to see the set you will be revealing tomorrow...love the sentiments from it from what i've seen so far!

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  9. StephHFebruary 12, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    Maile, both of your new sets are just beautiful. I love the watercolor effects this set creates, but am actually looking forward to using Ikat with watercolors too!

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    Like I said over at Nichole's blog... I'm in stampy love with your watercolor set! And I think you achieved the acrylic look... So brilliant! Thank you

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  11. conilFebruary 12, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    this is the best stamp set ever....you're to be congratulated for creating it. the possibilities are endless, as you've just proven.

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  12. Lisa PetrellaFebruary 12, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Maile, this set is AWESOME! What a fantastic concept you've come up with here!!!

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  13. nancyFebruary 12, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    So glad that you labored over designing the perfect brush strokes so that we don't have to. Your last card is amazing with its mix of soft and bold, textured and not. You always know exactly where to place a dot or gem or sequin. I wish I could figure that out.
    PS - Great sentiments, both the sayings and the fonts, from Mini Blooms.

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  14. KalynFebruary 12, 2013 at 9:33 AM

    Oh my gosh, Maile, these are so awesome! Love the fonts in the sentiments and the brush strokes are so fun! I will have to pick this set up when it comes out! And I just adore the pink/gold color scheme on the second card!

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  15. Vera Yates (Ling)February 12, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    Maile, love, love, love your new set! Love the idea of getting watercolor look without all the mesh. You totally rock this new releases!Hugs.xx

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  16. Wendy ten HoveFebruary 12, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    This new set is amazing, Maile! And you actually have three sets coming out this month!! They will surely all three end up in my basket!! I loooooove this one! It's a set that you would think that there would already be, 'cause it's such a fabulous idea, but I never saw a set like this and it's absolutely perfect!! Love your cards and the other cards I saw and I will surely love playing with this set! I'm a fan!!
    Wishing you a lovely day!
    Wendy

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  17. Deb HardyFebruary 12, 2013 at 11:10 AM

    Maile, you really outdid yourself for the anniversary release. Every set is absolutely gorgeous. You are quickly becoming my favorite designer. Beautiful cards today. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  18. ShayFebruary 12, 2013 at 11:59 AM

    Incredible cards using what looks like a must have stamp set. How do you do it? Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a lovely comment on my blog...it felt like a visit from a rock star.

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  19. pamelaFebruary 12, 2013 at 11:59 AM

    I am in LOVE with this stamp set!

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  20. Alice February 12, 2013 at 12:59 PM

    love love love this new set, Maile!!! your cards are amazing as always!

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  21. Jan LarsonFebruary 12, 2013 at 1:05 PM

    Your cards are gorgeous! I am always drawn to your sets, and I can tell that the ones you are releasing this month will find their way into my "cart" again!

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  22. lipchaklinda @ gmail.comFebruary 12, 2013 at 1:26 PM

    Just love the "lazy" watercolor technique.
    Lynn L

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  23. JeanneFebruary 12, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    What a fresh way to add color and concept for projects. You are terrific in your inspirations! You have been busy creating some classics for us.

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  24. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Beautiful! What a unique way to add background color to cards without all
    the mess of watercolors.

    Sherry in MI

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  25. Nancy Penir February 12, 2013 at 3:28 PM

    So excited about this set. You can really control your 'watercolor' outcome. And the way you intensified with embossing powders brings out the sentiment.

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  26. Kathy McFebruary 12, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    Didn't really think I was a watercolor kind of gal, but you've certainly changed my mind with this set and your lovely creations. Great job of showing their versatility also, Maile!

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  27. see mary stampFebruary 12, 2013 at 8:52 PM

    I'm just blown away by your new Watercolor Wonder set. It's a must have this month!!!

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  28. maria f.February 16, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    Your card designs are so inspiring. And compliments on your work as a stamp designer. You definitely have your finger on the pulse of stamping.

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  29. Bethany StellpflugFebruary 21, 2013 at 8:27 AM

    Love all these so much Maile! Amazing, as usual! :) Love the colors on the first card, and the kraft base! Love the kraft base on the 2nd card too, and the gold! Such pretty embossing on the 3rd card!

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