Hi All,
I am more than happy with this card. Nothing went wrong! That’s been pretty rare for me over the last couple of months. I don’t think I’ve ever done a watercolor where I didn’t do, redo, overdo, fix, deliberate, fix again, etc. Ha! I think this is a good example that less can be more. I didn’t overthink it. As a result, my colors stayed separate and distinct, especially the yellow, which can easily be lost with too much blending. Here is a close-up of the color:
I haven’t been doing much watercolor, so I decided to use a variety of watercolor mediums over the next few weeks. Today, it’s Gansai Tambi. I’ll also be using Zig watercolor pens and Peerless watercolors soon. I’m sure I speak for a lot of you… we have so much stuff! We need to use what we have. 🙂
Enjoy the video!
Card Measurements:
| Element | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Watercolor panel | 3 3/4 x 5 1/2 inches | 9.5 x 14 cm |
| Card base | 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 inches | 10.8 x 14 cm |
Supplies:
Gansai Tambi colors used: #42, 50, 62
 Happy Celebrations |
 SSS Birthday Balloons |
 Gansai Tambi Watercolors AMZN|SSS |
 Versamark Ink EH|SU |
 Hero Arts White Embossing Powder EH|SSS |
 Black Marker |
 Hero Hues Black EH|SSS |
 Ranger Watercolor Cardstock EH|SSS |
 Black Cardstock |
 Hero Arts Black Notecards |
 Scotch Foam Tape |
 ATG Tape Runner EH|SSS |
Connie
It’s so satisfying when a card comes together so easily. This card is such a simple uncluttered design. I don’t have that stamp set but am sure I can find a similar large sentiment to use in much the same way. I have the full set of Gansai Tambi watercolours now but haven’t used them nearly enough. Now I have a good reason to get them out! I especially like the way you drew around the HAPPY with your Stampin Up marker. It made all the difference and I must remember to do this too.
Cheryl
Nice and simple card. Love it! As Connie said we could use any large sentiment to do this. And any watercolors too!
sassybrown
I love the simplicity of this card. Very pretty.
Dayse
Sometimes I feel the simpler the card the nicer it is.
It’s clean and yet striking too, the paper card took the paint well, I don’t use mine much for the ” pilling” but didn’t think about the smooth side. Guess I’ll be revisiting it now yes x
jennyjo88
Great card, and it is so satisfying when things can go seamlessly!
Glenismaree
I like it. Simple but effective. It is such a good feeling when all goes to plan!!!
Sherry W.
I appreciate the “use what you have”. I am trying hard not to get caught up in every new medium that comes into view.