Monday 21 July 2014

Fearless Fairy Tales - Little Mermaid

Good evening all.
I hope you are all well.
Finally i have a card to share, this image has been a labour of love but i still could of kept going at it.
I am entering my sassy mermaid into the following challenges:
1.Bunny Zoes Challenge - July Challenge - Bingo (lace, pearls, diecut)
2.Paper Crafting Challenge - Challenge 14 - Colours - blue, purple, green
3.Creative Card Crew Challenge - Challenge 66 - Sea/beach
4.ABC Challenge - P is for pearls
5.Deep Ocean Challenge - Challenge 82 - Lots of layers
6.Creative Inspirations Challenge - Challenge 274 - Distressing
7.Creative Moments Challenge - Challenge 47 - Anything goes
8.Little Miss Muffet Challenge - Challenge 90 - Anything goes
9.Eclectic Ellapu Challenge - Purple Team - Anything goes
10.613 Avenue Create Challenge - Challenge 81 - Anything goes

Products used are:
White card
Papers are really old one - no name on them
Blue ribbon and pleated fabric, lace
Pearls
Cosmic shimmer glitter flakes
Cosmic shimmer pearl glue in white and gold
Stickles - stardust
Distress tool
Marianne Designs die
Doily
Pro/flexmarkers/spectrum noir pencils
White metallic paint

A close up the image, really should of worked more on the tentacles i think.

and a sideways view.
I really wish you could see the pearl effect and shimmer on the image, it looks so much better irl.
Thanks for looking.
I am off to make a slimming world ragu for tea now.
Lotsa Hugs
Nic
xxx

35 comments:

Lorraine said...

This is gorgeous Nic and stunning colouring.
Lorraine x

Michelle said...

Its a work of art nic. Very stunning indeed and I think you have done enough on it. It is amazing. Michelle x

Rainey's Craft Room said...

So the sneak peek was 'tentacles'.
I can see why this was a labour of love, it's very complicated and has lots of details. You have done a fabulous job with the water effect and the texture of her tail and those tentacles. Love the colours too.
Lorraine

Sharon said...

I love this Coops. The image is gorgeous and such fabulous colouring and colours.
Have a lovely week.
Hugs Sharon. x

Sandra H said...

Wow Coops your right about your image being "A labour of love" its absolutely beautiful and your colouring is stunning loving the embellis too and the layout worth the wait xx

Chrissy said...

Absolutely STUNNING Coops..love the image and fantastic colouring. The background is wonderful with the bubbles and love the layers and details...gorgeous.

luv CHRISSYxx

susiestacey said...

Amazing colouring Nic, stunning image x Susan x

Dortesjs said...

aww great fairy card love love

Unknown said...

Sorry I've been missing for so long - I've been without my Mojo for ages and it's only just starting to come back as the school hols start, not a good time!!

Fabulous card - as all your cards are - your colouring is perfect and love the embellies.

Hope you and yours are all well.

Sarah

Sue said...

WOW!! Your colouring is stunning Nic, well worth all your hard work. I love all your gorgeous detailing too.
hugs Sue xx

Unknown said...

Wow beautiful colours this must have took a while to colour, well worth it it's stunning.
Chris x

Sheila H said...

Your card is stunning. The colors are gorgeous. I love the sparkle, doilies, lace and pearls. Thanks for visiting with us at 613 Avenue Create.

McCrafty's Cards said...

beautiful card Coop's, I like the striking image and the design.
Kevin xx

aussie aNNie said...

Not just a beautiful card Nic but absolutely STUNNING..XX
♥aNNie The Journey is the Start

Jackie said...

Another stunning card Nic, I love the colour combo :o)
Jackie xx

Sandra said...

Wow! This is stunning! Your coloring is amazing! Love those bright colors and all the effects.
Hugs, Sandra

Sue said...

Fabulous image Nic, love the colouring.I think the tentacles look fine to me.
Sue xx

wienerhoneymooners said...

Super cool, love mermaids, and you have a wonderful one!! Thanks for joining us at Paper Crafting Challenges!!!

Christine L said...

Absolutely STUNNING Nic!

Hugs
Christine x

CRAZYCRAFTSHED said...

Gorgeous and beautiful card Nic love the image fabulous colour's
Hugs Dianne xx :)

Doreen said...

This is gorgeous Nic,love the image and fab colours.xxx

Marianne's Craftroom said...

Wow what a range of fabulous colours, gorgeous card

My Creative Therapy said...

Wow what a beautiful creation! Love the vibrant colors, textures and design! Thanks for playing in the neighborhood :)

Kathi
Co-Owner

Jacee said...

This is so stunning Nic, I adore the colours, beautiful!
Hugs Jacee
Simply Paper Card Design

Betty said...

Stunning as usual Nic
Bettyxxx

Betty said...

Stunning as usual Nic
Bettyxxx

Betty said...

Stunning as usual Nic
Bettyxxx

shampylou30 said...

Stunning card. Thanks for joining us at creative moments challenge xxxx

Shell Shearer Swinscoe said...

Oh wow.....this is amazing hun!
Hugs Shell xx

Barbara Sproatmeyer (LM2) said...

I love this! The background is amazing with the textured bubbles and the pearls area a great addition. Great colors and card too! *Hugs

Faye Wynn-Jones said...

FANTASTIC! Just wow! I want to live next door to you! x

Sarah said...

Gorgeous card Nic, the image is so detailed and you've coloured it perfectly x

Carla S. said...

Fabulous card, Nic! Your coloring is really stunning! Thanks for sharing this for the Little Miss Muffet Challenge!

Nathalie said...

So gorgeous card. Your colouring is fab Nic! Thanks for playing with us at Little Miss Muffet challenge.

Nikki said...

Great card. Love the image. Thanks so much for sharing with us at ABC Challenges.

Nikki