I didn't think it was possible...

Today I have a very CAS card design for your viewing pleasure.

These sweeties are a new image from Aurora Wings called,

'Primrose Elf'. 

I love color, so it was kind of hard for me to choose just one, 

or even a couple of favorites for this elf and her kitty. 

I didn't think it was possible, but I found that after I had chosen

to use most of my favorite colors, I was unable to find any papers

to go along with the colored image. 

I had colored myself into a corner with this one. 

After pushing papers around for more hours than I care to admit to,

I just went with a very CAS layout with a simple sentiment stamped

directly onto the card.

I'm sure it may have been easier had I just went with a normal flesh tone

for the elf, but the fantasy in me always wants to color fae in fantastical

tones. I mean, why not? How often do you get to color someone with blue green

or purple skin? I love how she turned out, and probably would choose

all the same shades if I colored her over again. 

And I did consider it for a moment...

This card is for the new challenge at Aurora Wings challenge blog

where the theme is Lucky Color(s).  

Marie Nyantoinette Showcase

Well, it looks like Mitzi at Aurora Wings has done it again.

She has created another beautiful Marie Antoinette image.

And this one is pretty special. 

Say hello to her little friend!

How cute is that kitteh with a wig on?!! 

I have a weakness for animals in wigs and hats, so this was an instant

favorite.

I colored Marie and her fuzzy friend with Copics, in browns and red violets.

I finally decided on some yellow greens to offset the overabundance of

brown and red violet shades. 

This was my first version of the background.

I pretty much hated it the second I was done with it, but after

a pep talk from my son, I decided to re-do the background to

provide more contrast for Marie.

Man, I love my Copics. What a great medium. 

Lastly, I added some sparkle with platinum and cinnamon Stickles. 

I popped her into a 5"x7" frame to accommodate the larger sized

image, and she's ready for her big showcase debut.

Please drop by the Aurora Wings Showcase blog to see all of the 

inspired and talented work of the participating DT members.