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Hellllloooooo Friends!!! How are you?!  I am popping in today to celebrate Simon Says Stamp Friends release blog hop! To start at the beginning go to the Simon blog here & the full blog list is at the bottom of my post.

This release has been out for a little bit and I tell ya it’s a pretty versatile release with great stamps that I find so inspiring. Let’s get started shall we?

I fell in love with the “Center Cut Heart Background” stamp!! It’s amazing to me how you can take this stamp and get so many different looks with the heart in or out PLUS the way you color the stamp.

For this particular card I used my lonely Tombow markers and some pre cut watercolor paper. I prefer the textured side.

I stamped the background without the heart leaving the heart open for some doodling and white dotting. The sentiment is from the “Stained Glass Love” sentiment set. Swoon

When I stamped this I was in Hawaii so I didn’t get a good impression lol but, no problem. I used my trusty sharpie to go over the lines … something I usually do anyway.

Using the same fine tip marker I added lies, more lines and dots. If you want to give this a try don’t think to much about where you are putting the lines and dots just have fun with it.

When using a white gel pen go slow and let it flow and you will get better results.

I decided to stamp a set of four of the heart only and color them with my alcohol markers. I used this copic friendly ink.

Embossing the sentiment with this embossing ink and fine white embossing powder was the perfect way to finish my cards.

This is how the heart looked before the lines and dots. When coloring detailed images you can color larger portions of areas with a dark marker to save time. (Like I did on the top right)

I thought you might want to see how adding small lines adds that little extra and super simple. Do you like what the lines did to the hearts?

and this is how they look with white accents, white lines and white dots.

This release is so fun and you can see over 100 projects linked up in the Friends Gallery already! I encourage you to share your work in the SSS gallery for everyone to admire.

When I checked out the friends gallery as I draft this post I noticed that my cards look very similar to Jennifer McGuire’s cards . I promise I didn’t copy and it’s the first time I saw her cards and OMG they are beautiful. 

GIVEAWAY!! Yes Please! Simon Says Stamp is giving away $25 coupon to every stop on the hop from the blog comment section. Winners will be posted on the Simon Says Stamp blog this Wednesday. (Winners need to email Simon to claim his/her prize 🙂

HOP ORDER:

Simon Says Stamp Blog  *start at the beginning*

Jennifer McGuire

Kristina Werner

Yana Smakula

Kathy Racoosin  * you are here*

Lisa Addesa  *NEXT on the hop*

Nina-Marie Trapani

Lorraine Aquilina

Jessica Frost-Ballas

Heather Ruwe

Justine Hovey

 

On another note there will also be a hop on Saturday with more chances to win & more imspiration! Thank you for your visit today and I will be back tomorrow with an announcement. In the meantime mark your calendars the next 30 Day Coloring Challenge is a few days away! See you tomorrow! Hugs, Kathy

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  5. Jennifer Langton says

    I really think I need this now. I was on the fence, but you really sealed the deal. Gorgeous

  7. Debbie Rumpza says

    Gorgeous coloring, Kathy! It looks like there’s a little man with his hands behind his back on those last card! LOL!

  10. DGolly says

    The breakaway heart is one of my favorites from this release. I adore how you added detail to each card to make them pop. Thanks for sharing.

  13. Stanlee R. says

    Gorgeous cards, the colors are beautiful. I love the background stamp with removable heart, it opens up so many possibilities. Thanks for the inspiration.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      I agree Betty, so many wonderful new products! Thank you for your kind words and happy creating!

  27. Jackie says

    Those are beautiful! I love the colors you used. This is my favorite stamp from this release and I want it even more now!

  30. Susan White says

    Hi, I love how the addition black lines and white dots changes up the image so much. I must give this a try. Thanks for sharing!!

  34. Sara says

    I love your coloring! So vibrant! I don’t see that much similarity between your cards and Jennifer’s, except they are all gorgeous…

  44. Tina says

    I would never have thought of coloring those hearts in all of those different ways. Thank you so much for the ideas!

  45. Karen says

    I would DEFINITELY sacrifice poor stamping lines to be in Hawaii! ! !
    But on a more serious note, your coloring is unbelievable, as usual (so jealous!). And this particular stamp gives a TON of bang for the buck……a huge plus in my book (and limited budget).
    Thank you for some wonderful inspiration as always.

  47. Teri S. says

    This is a super release! Kathy, I’m sure you’ve heard it hundreds of times before, YOU ROCK!!! These cards are incredible!

  49. Vicki H says

    Beautiful cards, Kathy! The addition of the lines and dots on the hearts really make a huge difference. Thanks for the inspiration – think I’ll try that!!

  51. Karen Hale says

    Kathy, your cards are stunning! Colors are so vibrant and love your embellishment of the hearts. WOW!

  56. Crystal Muirhead says

    I love you dots and lines! Beautiful! Your coloring is so inspiring and I plan to participate in your next coloring challenge. I actually made a resolution to color more in the new year and I have. I first got all my different medium organized and I’ve been making swatch sheets for each. Even that was fun!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Yippee!!! Welcome Crystal!!! I’m so happy you found my blog and are playing along with the coloring challenge! I hope you’re enjoying it and finding time for you!!! Happy coloring!

  62. joy meadows says

    Beautiful cards, Kathy! Your coloring is superb, as always. And, I love the way you add dots and lines and doodles to the images too.

  63. karine boivin says

    Wow! Never thought that adding lines and dots could change a design so much…and for the better. Really cool cards!

  64. Debbie Barba says

    GORGEOUS coloring Kathy! I love how you made all those little lines on the heart which really give it tons of dimension! Love the colors you used! Fantastic group of designers and so many fun SSS products! Loving this hop! Thanks for sharing your inspiration!

  65. Lisa says

    Gorgeous cards Kathy! I love that stamp set, it’s so beautiful! No matter what colors you would chose to use it would be beautiful! Thanks for sharing with us!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Oh Susan, you’re making me blush! So sweet of you! Thanks for making my night! Happy coloring!!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Yay Mirella! Thank you so much! I’m glad you’re playing long with the challenge again, too! Happy creating!!!

  69. Aimee LaCroix-Slocum says

    Love the bold and bright colors! The addition of the lines and dots looked perfect!

  71. Paula Haller says

    I love how you showcased this great stamp with beautiful vibrant colors and extra details! Lovely!

  72. Gloria Reynolds says

    Your doodling always takes an image and moves it to the top! Your cards are always so inspiring to me. Thank you.

  75. Cathy says

    I would never have envisioned a heart turned into a butterfly!! Beautiful coloring! Stain glass effect achieved!

  76. Teresa Selby says

    Love the bright colors. It is cheerful to see bright colors on a rainy day. I liked how you showed the same stamp but 4 different ways of coloring. You did a great job! Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful weekend.

  77. Marrian Piers says

    I think this is my favorite stamp from this release. I love the way you colored your cards – so vibrant and rich colors.

  83. Beth Myers says

    This will inspire me to get out the gel pen for some practice. Adding the black and white really take the card up another notch.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thank you so much, Beth. You’ll be delighted with how much it adds to your coloring projects! Happy crafting!

  86. Vicky C says

    Stunningly beautiful and amazing projects as always! Love the cards!! Amazing colouring, and love how the dots and lines that you add make an image pop, every time!

  88. Riecy says

    Wow! Stunning cards! Love what you did with the sharpie and white gel pen. The extra lines and dots add so much to an already beautiful design!

  89. Mary Griffin says

    Just when I think I’ve decided on my favorite product from the release, I see another one used in an amazing way. I can’t decide what I love best! Your cards are making me lean towards this stamp!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thank you so much for your sweet words, Mary. This stamp certainly does not disappoint! Happy Stamping!

  92. Donna Rinckel says

    Kathy, your doodling and dots just make such a huge difference in your project. I am always amazed. I have to tell you, you’ve infected me with that practice too. Although I no way have the same level of skill that you have at it, I am using it more and more on my coloring projects. Thanks! I don;t mind being infected by that bug. LOL!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      I’m so happy that I’ve inspired you, Donna! I’m sure your coloring is stunningly beautiful! I also don’t mind being infected by the coloring and doodling bug! LOL

  94. Stacy V says

    Beautiful! I love the style if the single small hearth with a sentiment. And it’s pretty amazing how some white gel pen accents finishes off a copic-coloured card.

  102. Patricia H says

    Beautiful stamp and release. I really like how each of your cards look so different using the same stamp!

  104. Z Sullivan says

    The coloring is great, but the added accents with the fine liner and white gel pen are fantastic! I have got to try that! Thanks for the inspiration (now you’ve got me thinking about doodling and [better yet, on] sandy beaches).

  105. Isabelle says

    Your cards are beautiful ! The details you’ve added to the central heart of the first card are really great, making a big “plus” to the card.

  107. Dottie says

    Very bright attractive cards. What a lovely set they would make to give as a gift. Your coloring is tops!!!

  108. Kari VanNoy says

    I am always amazed at what little lines & dots can do for an image! I love your coloring so much. The first card is my absolute favorite….LOVE!

  111. Heather Nelson says

    AMAZING!! I love this stamp! I just received the Center Cut KALEIDOSCOPE for Christmas. Thanks for your fabulous ideas!

  115. Buffy says

    Kathy your coloring is beyond me! But I love how you added simple dots and that I could actually do! Might help too! 🙂

  121. Becky Green says

    I’ve wondered WHERE you’ve been Kathy! LOL (I think I’ll have to resubscribe! Sometimes this machine drops those I follow without my knowledge. Don’t know how that happens. It’s happened before. 🙁 ) BUT, your cards look WONDERFUL! I LOVE all of the color & the extra lines you’ve given this image! G-O-R-G-E-O-U-S!!!!! 😉

  123. Tina K says

    Seeing what you’ve done with this stamp literally made me go buy it just now. Thank you for the inspiration!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thank you so very much! LOL Tina!!! You won’t be disappointed! This stamp is so versatile!

  124. Jen says

    Super pretty! I’m embarrassed to say it’s never crossed my mind to use black pen to elaborate on a design! Really creative – I need to try it.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Don’t be embarrassed- many people do not think to use a pen! Thanks for you compliments and happy coloring!

  128. Neena Jaramillo Johnson says

    Just when you think there’s enough detail in the stamp you add more I love it there beautiful

  134. Crystal Williams says

    Beautiful cards! I really like the dots and lines…adds so much to the image. Thanks for the inspiration!

  137. Maxine M says

    Love this stamp. Using just the center heart, I sort of see a dragonfly straight on….funny,

  138. Joyce T says

    Coloring is beautifully done. I’ve admired this stamp for a while and I believe you sold me on it. It is so helpful as a new “colorer” to see how the “pro’s” shade and to copy it. It gives me confidence and desire to do more and nevermind how relaxing it is!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Yay Joyce! You won’t be disappointed with this fabulous stamp, that’s for sure! Happy coloring!

  139. Kelly Ann says

    So nice to see such a lovely burst of colour! I love the versatility of that stamp – thanks for the inspiration.

  142. cyndi morris says

    As always, your coloring is amazing. I love the Center Cut Heart Background stamp. That one is definitely going on my wish list.

  143. Sophie Farah says

    Absolutely beautiful!!! I love how you used this creative background stamp with the removable center! Thanks for sharing!

  148. Elle kay says

    Every card looks different even if it’s the same stamp because you coloured them all so different!! This stamp would be a great investment!

  150. Andrea Shell says

    What gorgeous coloring! You are a magician when it comes to a sharpie and a white gel pen!

  151. Sheri K says

    Beautiful cards and coloring. I’m looking forward to the next coloring challenge to start, there are some great products in this release from SSS!

  152. Kris Gifford says

    These are so beautiful! I loved how you colored the heart. Beautiful colors and pattern!

  153. Rosann Barnes says

    These samples are so pretty, I love the versatility of this stamp… I’ll go check out the Gallery after I finish the hop… casn’t wait to see more 🙂

  156. DebiKT says

    The background stamp is absolutely stunning and your coloring is amazing, Kathy. Thank you so much for the very useful tutorial for the black lines and white dots!

  161. Vivian says

    I love products that are versatile and not a “one hit wonder” and this fits the bill. Your coloring is amazing!

  172. Anne Sturgeon says

    Great to see you here Kathy…. I do love this center cut heart. You have made me love it even more…. I don’t think you can go wrong with this one. Love the lines and never too many dots. Love contrasting colors, just plain love it. Nicely done.

  175. Cindy Wilson says

    What a lot of thought went into these cards. Such vibrant colours. You must be a very patient person.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      LOL- patient when I’m in my happy place and coloring! Thank you for your sweet words!

  176. Jeanne Campagna says

    Kathy, love your rich coloring and added lines. It certainly makes it your own. Love the heart set. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

  178. Jan says

    These are gorgeous!! The Center Cut Heart Background stamp is intricate beauty awaiting awesome possibility.

  181. Annette Gordon says

    WOW! those colour combo’s you choice, just make those cards POP! Love the stamp. Thanks for sharing.

  184. JmB says

    I’m crazy about this heart stamp and your coloring and embellishing within the design is absolutely stunning. Thank you for sharing.

  186. Teresa Doyle says

    Very nice Kathy. I thought they were all great before the lines and dots until I read on and saw the pics of them finished. Yes, most definitely, they look better with the dash lines and white dots.
    I am all ready for the next colour challenge.. can hardly wait.

  192. Gail Anderson says

    I have this stamp, too, and have been thinking about how I am going to use it. Now I have some great ideas! I love how you added the black lines and the white dots; they really add interest.

  195. Lynn C. says

    Such vibrant beautiful cards. I wold love to receive one of them. This Stamp is really versatile. Thanks for sharing.

  199. Barbara Lassiter says

    Your coloring is gorgeous and than you carry it a step farther with your additions and great design.

  200. Kathy McCluskey says

    Your cards are so beautiful! I love how you added black and white details….it made such a difference! You are so talented and creative!

  203. Heather King says

    Thanks so much for sharing and the opportunity! You always create the most beautiful and unique cards. It would be hard not to get inspiration from all these awesome products

  208. SuzanD says

    Today in Toronto it started raining, then the rain became freezing rain, which became snow. Your cards so cheery & bright. Perfect cure for Toronto weather blues.

  211. Lindsey-NY says

    I do like the extra lines and dots. My imagination keeps seeing cat eyes (red) and bugs and aliens in those hearts though. Yeah, I’m weird like that.

  213. Heidi Johnson says

    I am intrigued by how you added so much to the stamped images and really made them your own. I am inspired. Now I only need to be brave. Thanks.

  214. María Alba Negrón says

    Holy Alcapurria!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Puerto Rican YUMMY fritter)
    Those cards, the phenomenal color combos and the finishing touches as you can ONLY do are MAGICAL, STUNNING, AWESOME and BREATHTAKING!!!!!

    Cariños,
    María Alba

  221. Helen says

    Kathy, your coloring of these cards is awesome. Using the two parts of this stamp to create your cards was a great idea–one I plan to use! tfs

  223. Mary-Anne V. says

    Ha I trust you did not copy Jennifer’s. Great minds think alike! Love your cards and the Sharpie details….so so pretty.

  230. Memoriesbymanda says

    This stamp set is perfect for your colouring magic! Love the added pen details you added. I also go over any missing areas of my black stamping with a sharpie!

  232. Linda BL says

    Love how you colored the center cut heart background with your lonely Tombow Markers. The coloring really brings the stamped image to life.

  238. Jean Hawkins says

    Thanks so much for sharing these! I love this stamp and your coloring is beautiful! Each card is a true work of art!

  240. Sherry Lesiak says

    I love this stamp and its versatility. Also, your technique with the lines and white dots adds so much to the colored images.

  249. Cathy Lillie says

    I think this is a great stamp! Your cards are so beautiful and vibrant! I love the white accents!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Oh dear lol I am thinking you mean more LINES instead of lies. I am a big believer of lines …I hope you give them a try one time 🙂

      • Scrapnsister1 says

        Oh my I didn’t realize that my comment may have not sounded so good. I was just chuckling that in your tut you said you used the same fine tip and added lies. Really I love your project and got a great chuckle too

  251. bev p says

    So vibrant and beautiful…as usual! I have gotten a bit addicted myself to adding some of those small details! I really prefer coloring books with lots of open spaces so I can doodle as I color…it’s so much fun and very relaxing to do. I really need to keep my new coloring book on my desk…entering a high stress time and knowing it will likely last 6 months or longer–I know I will need a good de-stressor! Thanks so much for another lovely example. (That stamp is something special, isn’t it!)

  252. Isabel Z says

    I love blog hops because they inspire me to create and I get to see products that I just have to have

  253. Dawn Jones says

    I love your colors, you definitely don’t need “rose colored” glasses to live in this world! You bring your world into ours every time you share your creations. Thank you.

  257. Donna Kalinowsky says

    Really love that heart stamp. Thanks for showing me some really cool ways of dressing up the stamp with fine line black marker and the white pen, just ordered two white pens so I can add my own extra dots and lines to my favorite stamps. Hope I can win the $25.00 so I can buy the heart stamp. Just ordered lots of stuff from Simon Says Stamp already. Wish they would have sales on their own line of products.

  258. Jeanne says

    Oh goodness, these are absolutely stunning! They so look like stained glass to me. Your vision for this stamp is remarkable and I’m so glad you shared. I have that stamp and never in a million years would I have thought it could look this fantastic. Thank you SO much for sharing!

  259. Karen Goulet says

    Hearts, hearts, everywhere. Oh my! Your cards are so lovely! Thanks for the extra tip with the white marker. Karen

  260. Kim Potts says

    Kathy, your creations are always beautiful. Especially with your signature white gel pen accents!

  261. Denise Candelaria says

    WOW! That is amazing you are really fantastic at coloring the heart and adding extra detail. The extra detail makes the heart really fantastic. When coloring I don’t think about adding details like that to make it pop I just color in the space. I am going to have to try this. Thank you for sharing.

  271. Sharon Brand says

    WOW! These are fantastic! All it takes is imagination (a lot) and
    colouring skills (oodles)!!!

  272. Suzanne R says

    OH my. I love your cards. But mostly I love your added touches. I am so uptight about adding extras to my cards I get frozen with indecision and ultimately end up not adding anything.

  274. Andrea Hastilow says

    I’m so glad you used this stamp as I feel in love with it after Jennifer McQuire used it in a video. Like all the colours you’ve used and the larger card that shows more of the image. Especially loving your sentiment love you forever and always, that’s how I sign my cards to my partner.

  277. ANN GREENE says

    Kathy, it must have been horrible being in Hawaii and having to come up with a rich range of color. But, somehow you managed. This background and heart are beautiful in themselves and then you color them. Thanks for sharing with us. I knew they would turn out to be beauties.

  279. Evelyn B says

    Love the coloring on the hearts and the white gel pen really makes them pop! Such a pretty bunch – love them!

  280. Stacey f says

    These are so beautiful! The colors, so vibrant. We really need that this time of teas with winter just starting, and I get the blues so easy. These designs bring warmth into my heart and chase away any blahs I’m feeling! You did a great job here!

  283. Milka says

    Kathy, your coloring and cards are STUNNING!!! Love everything! Thank you so much for the inspiration. Looking forward to new 30 Day Coloring Challenge. :o) Hugs! xx

  285. Stefanie says

    Love the colors. It gives the look of BoHo art (if you know what I mean). Again, all your details just makes it go from beautiful to gorgeous!

  286. Kelly Fusco says

    You truly are a blending queen of colors. Beautiful cards! What more can I say. I love this stamp. I tried to buy it and it was sold out. I bought the kaliedescope. Love it but really love the heart one! Great job!

  293. Marianne B in AZ says

    Kathy, when I saw the post on Simon’s blog about the hop, I knew wanted to go to your blog very first! I looked at the collection of pictures from all of the artists who are participating in the hop. And, I did it! I picked the picture of your beautifully colored card on my first try! You have a style that is all your own. You add the details that makes what you have colored stand out from everyone else.

    I loved this stamp the first time I saw it, but of course, you have made me love it even more!

  294. Rose Mary Smalley says

    Well Kathy…………as usually you blow me out of my chair…your work is awesome!!!!!!Thank you so much for sharing…..

  297. CindyK says

    I love the design of this stamp, and your coloring is amazing, as always! Great inspiration too for those of us who frequently need it,lol.
    And thanks for the tip on using those white gel pens!!

  301. Carrie Erickson says

    Beautiful cards Kathy! That is a beautiful stamp! So many possibilities! Thanks for sharing your art!

  303. Debbie says

    your coloring is amazing!! I’ve gotten so much better & am still learning! SSS has so many options this release. gonna be hard decided what to order!

  307. Erica Marroquin says

    I love how you took an already beautiful stamp image and made it extraordinary. It kind of reminds me of henna. TFS!

  310. Sherry Lowmaster says

    so pretty! love the coloring and all the little accents you put on your stamped image!

  311. Jennifer K says

    Kathy your work is always so amazing, I love the colours you used for your first card. All the fine details you add to your cards really take them to a whole new level, they really are pieces of art! I can see the last 4 all framed on a wall with the first card framed in the middles, it would be beautiful.

  312. Celeste says

    Thanks for the advice to not overthink the doodle and dot additions. I think that is why I struggle adding to a stamped image. I keep thinking there is a “right” way. Love your cards!!

  313. Leslie mahon says

    As always…in awe! This stamp set was made with your talents in mind…kinda reminds me of the Starbuck’s card! Thanks so much for sharing yourself with girlies like me!

  318. irene Grau says

    Lovely! BTW, not sure I can go yet, but hoping to join you at the Lawn Fawn coloring gathering in CA in March. If we’re not able to come and stay, are we allowed to pop in and just say hi?

  321. Lisa L. Cleary says

    Enjoyed all the bright, vivid colors. It’s such a versatile stamp. Thanks for sharing the tips on adding black lines and white accents.

  329. KT Fit Kitty says

    Your cards are all so gorgeous, Kathy! I love the different colour variations! I think you had fun!

  330. cyndi morris says

    As always, your coloring is beautiful. Love all these cards. That stamp is on my wish list.

  335. Jodi Warren says

    Lovely cards and vibrant. Love that. The little details you add were great. I see many doing little additions like this all the time. Will definitely put this in my rotation of techniques. Thanks for the blog hop!

  336. Beth Hansen says

    Wow! Now that’s a lot of theraputic coloring. LOL The cards are beautiful. Thanks for sharing your talent!

  340. Denise Gutshall says

    What beautiful cards! Thanks for sharing your coloring and all the customization you do to make it really pop! I also love this stamp and can’t wait to try it out!

  344. holly paplow says

    I LOVE all the colors you used these are beautiful! This is one of my favorites of their new stamps.

  345. Lee says

    The way you transform a shape and color into an intricate and fascinating image with dots and lines is mesmerizing. Oh to have your eye and talent!

  346. Rose M. Van Cleave says

    What a neat stamp & so versatile. The colors used make them all so different & beautiful!

  348. Henriëtte says

    What a great release and then I am meaning not only the release of SSS but also from all the gorgeous things you made wiht this one stamp!! Great work and great inspiration, thanks.

  355. Connie says

    I do love this stamp. I need to added it to my wish list. I really like your idea of adding lines to add interest to the larger spaces in the stamp. It gives it a more personal touch.

  362. Cindy Ashlie says

    This is a must-have… I love the stained glass look on your cards and the way you blended the colors. Beautiful and fun!

  363. Ann Mann says

    I had not really considered this stamp… but I love your treatment… now I might have to add it to my list!

  371. Sonya Moreau says

    First time I’m seeing your work. I absolutely LOVE your Cards! I do like what those little lines did to your background stamped heart and then to the little heart too! Now, I’m going to have to find your YouTube channel

  377. Elizabeth says

    Love love love that stamp -the white accents you used really look great What a great technique you shared for this stamp

  378. JODI M HUFENDICK says

    I love that cut out heart background stamp. Thank you for the ideas of different ways to use it.

  386. Stef White says

    These look so fun! I love this background stamp and love your cards, thanks for the inspiration!

  387. Diane F says

    Beautiful cards as always! I love the added dots and lines. It always amazes me to see your finished project after you have added your special touches! Thanks for sharing.

  389. Francine says

    I always love your coloring! I love the added dots and dashes you do to. Really up’s the finished product!

  394. Annalisa says

    Something about the way you stamped that inner heart made me immediately think of what amazing butterfly wings those would make stamped side-by-side. I love it when something I see on a hop inspires me in an almost sideways manner! Also, I’m delighted that I’m aware enough of you to actually participate in this next Daily Marker coloring challenge! I know you put so much into these; thank you for all the work and love that goes into these challenges. I will watch for you on instagram!

  395. Kathy Mc says

    Love the different effects you achieved adding lines and dots to your beautiful coloring, Kathy!

  397. Kati Caprara says

    I love the bright colors on these cards. I already purchased this background because I thought it was so versatile, so you have given me even more ideas on how to use it!! Thanks for the inspiration!!

  406. Lisa Tilson says

    Hi Kathy, yourmwhitemlines, dots and details always transform a card. They can turn something already lovely on the eye into something stunning. That background stamp is just perfect for colouring, in any medum, love it. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us, Lisa. X

  408. F. Andre says

    It’s great to see how colour can change the look of an image. The white dots/lines bring the images to life. This is a beautiful stamp, thanks for the inspiration.

  410. Robin Keith says

    Your coloring skills are second to none. Can’t wait for the next 30 day challenge to begin!

  418. Louanne Collins says

    Beautiful coloring! Love the set of four cards you created also – makes a great gift!

  419. Theresa Grdina says

    I LOVE this stamp…..I keep sitting on the fence about it but I think it’s time to ORDER IT!!!! Great cards….

  421. Maida Acosta says

    Your cards are beautiful. At 1st glance I thought I saw a cat with wide eyes and then realized it is a heart. Thanks for the chance to win and for such a fun release.

  423. Tammy Chapman Pavlik says

    Wonderful cards, your coloring is beautiful as well. You never let down you viewers. Thanks for all your support and coloring help!

  424. scrappyrat says

    The extra black lines and white dots and such add SO much to the designs, I am absolutely going to have to try it out myself. It’s a fantastic technique!

  425. Kaylene says

    Such pretty cards and coloring. Yes, they are similar to Jennifer’s, but you put your own spin on it. I’m really wanting that stamp, it’s so my style.

  429. Audre G says

    Jennifer, I love the center cut heart stamp that you used. The flower frame dies are all really cool, too. The cards you made today are so vibrant. I love your work.

  431. jenny stratton says

    I love those cards and the way you colored them they remind me of folk art. These would make a great kind of atypical Valentines Day card or a Birthday Card.

  433. Tracy Chambers says

    Hi Kathy,
    Thank you for showing us how we can take a stamp and make the image our own, by adding small details or special touches. I need to do this more.
    Take care
    Tracy

  436. Heather Mills says

    These are so gorgeous!!! Of course, a large part of it is your fabulous coloring, but this image is just stunning , both in the full version and just the center portion!

  440. Annette Reed says

    I know you like to color and you did a fabulous job! The white dots really made a huge difference in the look of those hearts. I would have never thought about it. Thanks for including both sets of pictures. Wonderful job!

  444. Laura Peddicord says

    So glad to see the center heart from the background stamp used. I was wondering what just the middle heart stamp would look like and your cards let me see. With your beautiful coloring, it was absolutely amazing! Thank you for sharing!

  446. Loly Borda says

    I love how the lines and dots take those beautifully colored hearts to the next level of awesomeness! I love your creations! TFS

  450. Molly Hennon says

    The colors are so vibrant! May have to revive my college coloring obsession! Thank You for sharing your inspiration!

  451. maria f. says

    I think it’s amazing how just coloring that heart differently creates such different looks – I see the Eragon dragon on one, a Nordic farmer on another… Thanks for inspiring.

  461. D.Ann C says

    Beautiful! Every time I see your eyelash lines I say ‘I want to try that!’ then I forget…, lol! Some day I will try it. 😉

  462. Deb L. says

    Beautiful and creative! I love the tiny and precise detail you added with white gel pen and black detail marker!

  465. Gina Y says

    Oh my fricken frack! I am so jazzed to see how you add to the coloring with black and white! So cool! This is a real ah-ha find for me!

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