Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Pears

It is time for sneak peek #2 on the Flourishes blog.  Today the Flourishes Design Team is featuring a new set called Pears.  I love the realistic designs of Marcella Hawley. 


Lush pears ripe for the season, that's what this beautiful set by Marcella Hawley delivers. This 4 by 6" set features a flowering branch with fruit, a trio of pears and a beautiful section of a blossoming branch. Comes complete with four gorgeously scripted sentiments that are perfect for all occasions.


Supplies:
Cardstock: PTI/ Kraft, Dark Shadow, Neenah/ Solar White
Patterned Paper: My Minds Eye
Spellbinder Dies: Petite Ovals LG&SM
Ribbon: Cotton Linen White (Flourishes Store)
Twine & Button: PTI
Lace: Wrights

I used a lot of different green Copics for this image.  I also used B000 for the blue around the image.  





I took these pictures of our pear trees 2 years ago.  They are such a beautiful blossom, but they sure are stinky.  I went out one day and couldn't figure out what smelled so bad.  I followed my nose and sure enough it was the Pear blossoms.






Do you want to win this set?  One of the ladies on our link list below will be picking a name from the comments on her blog post today. We don’t know which one it is… so the more blogs you leave comments on, the more chances you have to win! So, head on over and see how our fabulously talented DT used this beautiful new set. The winner will be announced on Saturday, December 17th at noon CST. Want another chance to win? Go to the Flourishes Blog at noon CST to check out the challenges that could you walking away with the entire December release.

Barbara Anders
Julie Koerber
Christine Okken
Danielle Kennedy
Dawn Burnworth
Stacy Morgan
Tammy Hershberger
Sharon DoolittleHeather Jensen
Beate Johns



Thanks so much for stopping by,
Heather
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46 comments:

  1. UnknownDecember 15, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    So beautiful Heather!! I love your coloring and sponging! Wonderful card!

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  2. LuanneDecember 15, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    Beautiful and elegant card Heather. The coloring of the image just stands out and perfect with the color of the card.


    Luanne
    myfootahead at gmail dot com
    craftersreference.blogspot.com

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  3. vickisunshineDecember 15, 2011 at 1:19 AM

    Beautiful card. Those pears are lush! Great layout.
    Hugs
    Vicki x

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  4. Iwona Palamountain (Chupa)December 15, 2011 at 2:22 AM

    WOW girlie, this is STUNNING!!

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  5. petra,s cardsDecember 15, 2011 at 2:42 AM

    fabulous card love the green colours off the pears!!!!! just perfect!
    xx petra

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  6. RosDecember 15, 2011 at 3:11 AM

    What an amazing job you have done colouring this ... it's just pear... fect!! Beautiful card ... gorgeous choice of papers too

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  7. LynndaDecember 15, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    Beautiful card Heather... hugs..xoxo

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  8. Karen WDecember 15, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    Beautiful card!! These new sets are fantastic!

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  9. BeateDecember 15, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Heather, your coloring looks wonderful! I love the paper, lace and ribbon you added. Beautiful card.
    Hugs and smiles

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  10. Teri CDecember 15, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    What a precious card!

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  11. Theresa's StudioDecember 15, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Beautiful card! Love your coloring. TFS the lovely photos.

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  12. Jessica BeareDecember 15, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    What wonderful vivid colors! Very striking!

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  13. cnelsonDecember 15, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Perfectly LOVELY!!

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  14. farmhouse-storyDecember 15, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    my pear stinks too, but its gorgeous when its blooming:) beautiful coloring on this pretty card, heather!

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  15. Carla S.December 15, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Gorgeous card, Heather! Your coloring is so rich and vibrant!

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  16. AmandaDecember 15, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Heather, this is such a beautiful card! I really love the DP you used and how well it pairs with your pear image!! I love your twine, button and ribbon, too :) Everything looks so fabulous and oh so pretty :)

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  17. PamSpradlinDecember 15, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    The turquiose makes the pears really pop off the card. Gorgeous.

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  18. Linda CarsonDecember 15, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Quite lovely Heather!! How could something so beautiful stink?? Amazing....

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  19. Deborah FringsDecember 15, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    Heather - this is just beautiful. I love the colours, the freshness - just fab!

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  20. TanyaDecember 15, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Fabulous card! your coloring is awesome!

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  21. NaomiDecember 15, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Simply GORGEOUS, Heather! LOVING this new stamp set...it's DEFINITELY going to be a new FAVOURITE!

    Happy Holiday Hugs,
    Naomi

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  22. Emily KeatonDecember 15, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    Your coloring is beautiful, Heather! I lover the brightness of this card. :)

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  23. StellaDecember 15, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Perfection in evey detail; my oh my you really have outdone yourself. Your coloring is breathtaking and I love your choice of papers too. this is stunning!
    Hugs,
    Stella

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  24. RosemaryDecember 15, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    absolutely gorgeous!!

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  25. UnknownDecember 15, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    This looks beautiful. I am in awe of you coloring.. That shading is gorgeous..

    Hope you are enjoying the season my friend.

    Hugs, Linda

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  26. JanettDecember 15, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Beautiful card, love the way you colored your card

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  27. RavengirlDecember 15, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Love your wonderful card! Your pear blossom pictures are lovely too!

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  28. Carol LucasDecember 15, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    Very nice: I like your coloring and love your ribbon treatment. Wonderful work!

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  29. Jacqueline SmithDecember 15, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    What a gorgeous card thanks for sharing your wonderful creation with us!

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  30. AnonymousDecember 15, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    I love your cards, they are all so beautiful! The pears, the bow, the button, the papers, everything is just perfect!! Greetings from Anne-Elise

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  31. Allison CopeDecember 15, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    Wow Heather! Your card is just beautiful! I'm just curious as to what trimmer you use to get such straight cuts? I'm looking for a new trimmer and would love to know what you use. Thanks!

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  32. MackieMade Paper CreationsDecember 15, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    O my gracious! Your coloring is absolutely fabulous!

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  33. YogiDecember 15, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    nice coloring on the pears. Love the stitching details. have a great day

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  34. dpkennedyDecember 15, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Your coloring is beautiful! Those pears really look good enough to eat! Gorgeous!

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  35. CorinneDecember 15, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    OMG, you have all done such a stunning job that I can't even pick a favorite..TFS

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  36. stampqueenDecember 15, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Great card!!!

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  37. Mona PendletonDecember 15, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Gorgeous card Heather! Those pears look mouth watering! You did an amazing job coloring them!

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  38. AnonymousDecember 16, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    I had no idea pear blossoms were stinky! Your card on the other hand is the exact opposite of stinky. Love it. The blue background really makes them pop. Amazing colouring job.
    Beth Greco

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  39. Julie KoerberDecember 16, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    How vibrant and beautiful is this?? WOW.. that blue background just makes your whole card pop -- fabulous!!!

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  40. SudhaDecember 16, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Beautiful creation dear. Love the colors too.

    Sudha
    sudha-kalra.blogspot.com
    http://sudha-kalra.blogspot.com/p/shop.html

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  41. AnonymousDecember 16, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    Lovely card! Great colors, coloring and textures. I've never sewn on my cards, but I sure like the way you did!

    Janet L.
    leachm8@aol.com

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  42. Stacy MorganDecember 16, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    This is so pretty, your coloring is wonerful. Great stitching too.

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  43. BarbaraDecember 16, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Totally gorgeous, Heather!

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  44. CherylDecember 16, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    You sure have a knack for great color combinations. Those pears look delicious, too!

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  45. ChristineCreationsDecember 16, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    That's so funny to hear that pear blossoms are stinky! I would never have thought that! But you've got one stunning card lady! That coloring is AMAZING!

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  46. Tammy HershbergerDecember 19, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    BEAUTIFUL coloring on those pears, Heather! This is really fabulous!

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Thanks so much for your sweet comments and amazing support. I truly appreciate it!