Thursday, February 16, 2017

CASology Challenge #236 - Romance; Tag You're It Challenge #65

Hi everyone ~ A quick post to share a few cards for two really fun challenges:


Since this week's cue card at CASology is 'Romance', I thought I would use a new to me set from PTI ~


I tried to create an ombre effect when I stamped the swans, but it's subtle and doesn't show up very well on screen. I used my Clarity brushes on the background and added clear EP to the sentiment for some shine. 

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When I saw Lisa's adorable tag at the Tag You're It Challenge, I couldn't resist playing along with another new MFT set ~


I colored the bears with Copic markers and added the hearts, bow and a sentiment from Honey Bee Stamps.
That's it for me...Thanks so much for stopping by,











22 comments:

Loll said...

Two wonderful designs, Barb. The swans are so sweet, and so is the soft inking in the background. And your bear tag is ADORABLE. :) xx

I Card Everyone said...

Gorgeous Swans - they are truly romantic, aren't they? You should see how they share the care of their little ones, too. But can we talk about the bears? Lisa's little character is asking for a hug, and your two have completed the task ... just adorable - and the gingham ribbon takes it over the top cute! excuse me while I go in for the close-up... xx
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Cat Craig said...

Barb, both of your cards are darling lil loves. The swans are so sweetly romantic and your color choices were fab. THe tag with those adorable polar bears is so fantastic. I just love those bears.

Petra Swart said...

Hi, Barb!!!! Don't know if you have seen that I've become your latest follower!!!! Followed the link from Michele and loved what I found here!!!! I'll be a regular visitor now!!!!
Love your beautiful swans and the oh so adorable bears!!! The scene with the swans is so peaceful and it looks like a small painting!!!! Two lovely cards!!!!
Have a great day!!!!

Petra Swart said...

Oops ...meant to say 'card and tag'!!!!

Kara Lynne said...

Beautiful swans! It certainly is a romantic card! I love your tag! Those bears are so sweet, and the soft blue behind them is a great background! Thanks for joining in on the fun over at Tag, You're It!

Tracey McNeely said...

Barb your swans are so pretty in pink, great take on the cue card. As for your TYI tag, love that polar bear. It is one of my favourite MFT sets! Thank you for sharing with us at Tag You're It!

jintyoo7 said...

Beautiful Swan card Barb, love the subtle ombre - I can see it :-)
And, your sweet little tag - Love him, so adorable!

TK said...

Fabulous! Beautiful card, and such a sweet tag!

Joyce said...

These are both wonderful. I completely forgot I bought those swans also. I love how your inking and background have such beautiful gradations of color. And, that tag--just swooning with cuteness. Thanks so much for playing along at CASology this week.

Kay Miller said...

Oh your swan card is just beautiful! I love the purple for the swans!! And the little bear tag is just darling! Love the soft blended background and the little red hearts are the perfect touch! Happy weekend my friend!

Karren said...

Your swan card is just so pretty, Barb. The ombre shading is perfect for these swans. And your bears are just too cute!

Bobby said...

The swans are lovely, Barb. We have a pair or two that swim on the river near here. I saw them just the other day. The little bears are a great take on Lisa's tag.

Erin (Homemade Cards by Erin) said...

Love those bears!! Many thanks for joining us at Tag You're It Challenge.

lostinpaper said...

Those swans look so serene and the bears so much fun, what a great treat we have had today!

Anonymous said...

Such beautiful symmetry in those serene swans, Barb. Your colour choice couldn't be better. I also love your polar bear tag - perfectly accentuated with your gingham ribbon and glossy hearts! LOVE!! Thanks for sharing the romance with us at CASology this week, Barb!

Melissa said...

Both of these are just perfect for the ROMANCE cue! I love the softness of the swan card and the classic colors on the adorable polar bear tag!

Thank you so much for joining us over at CASology! :)

Marybeth said...

What a beautiful swan card Barb! Your tag is darling with the polar bears and just a bit of red! Thanks for joiing us at Tag You're It!

Nancy Penir said...

Your ink blending is flawless, and what a sweet swan card! Lovely, Barb. Came to comment on the adorable tag you did for Tag You're It. Once again, amazing ink blending. Think I have to get that darling bear duo. It's love! Thank you for joining in the fun at TYI.

Donna said...

Thanks for joining in the fun at Tag You're It!

conil said...

Congratulations on your Tag Your It! well-deserved win. Just an adorable entry that everyone loved.

Bobby said...

Congrats on your win at TYI!, Barb.