Monday, January 24, 2011

Simply Adorable


When I first saw these Sugar Nellie Simply Adorable images on cards popping up in blogland, I was so in awe of everyone's beautiful creations.  I never thought I'd be coloring any of these images myself (looked too difficult to me), but when I came across Jacqui's coloring tutorials, I was inspired to give it a try.  

Did you know this is a digital?   I got so excited as I was shopping because this meant I would be able to color almost immediately after pressing "buy"!   And what's nice about these digis is that the artist has shaded all the areas that need depth to make it simple to color.  What I thought would be difficult was actually simpler--with the help of Jacqui, of course.  

If you're thinking of giving this a try, check out Jacqui's tutorials:  Part 1, coloring face and hair and Part 2,  coloring her clothes.   You'll also get to see all of her other gorgeous creations.  Thanks Jacqui!

The challenges I'm entering:

The recipe:
Stamp (digital):   Sugar Nellie Simply Adorable - Grace Standing
Paper:  Basic Grey Wisteria
Ink, etc:  Copic Markers, Prisma Colored Pencils
Other:  Nestabilities, Carl leaf punch, Pop Dots,  ribbons, flowers, adhesive pearls, button 

Thanks for stopping by and for always leaving me such sweet comments!  Have a great week!

38 comments:

Janie Printz said...

OMGoodness !! This is jaw dropping gorgeous ...
She looks as lifelike as a picture. Your coloring is amazing & I hope you bought more so we can all see what you do with them.
I just bought some of those wonderful Sugar Nellie images & haven't gotten up the courage to color them yet ... After watching Jacque's tutorial for them (thanks for the tip) I'm anxious to give them a try ...
Hugs, Janie

Brenda said...

such a life-like image! let me guess, you used to be an art teacher? i love this card! reminds me of holly hobbie!

Unknown said...

This is gorgeous! Great coloring!

Alice said...

wow! amazing coloring on the image, Shirley! i can't stop staring at it!! thanks for the links. love love your gorgeous card!

Cyndi said...

this really is adorable! you did awesome with the coloring! way to go!

maribeth27 said...

OH WOW! Your card is soooo BEAUTIFUL!
I love your colouring! Will check out the tutorials soon, thank you for the link!
And thank you for the inspiration! :D

debby4000 said...

Adorable sweet card and pretty colours too.
luv
Debby

Chris Olsen, Glowbug said...

This is beautiful Shirley!! Such a sweet image and your coloring is absolutely gorgeous!! Adorable!!
hugs,
Chris

Juls said...

this is just beautiful! Hugs Juls

Claudia Rosa ~ Pretty Pressings said...

ohhh Shirley.. .what a adorable card
i love the vintage look
hugs
Claudia

Patricia Garcia said...

What a cute card, love the soft Vintage look!! The image too cute!

Hugs,
Patricia

Anonymous said...

Fabulous card. You certainly nailed the colouring. Thanks for joining us at Crafty Cardmakers this week. xx

Ann said...

Wow, your coloring is amazing! Thanks for playing at Wee Memories this week!

CHARLOTTE said...

Beautiful card, Shirley. Coloring is so perfect - looks like something out of a book.

cats whiskers said...

Hi Shirley, thanks for your kind words dear, this card is truly stunning your colouring with the Copics is awesome, you sure this is the first time you have used then. I am so pleased the tutorial was easy to follow I always worry about doing them. Cannot wait to see more of your stunning colouring
Big Hug
Jacqui xx

Céline said...

fab card and great colouring
thanks for playing with us at stamptacular sunday this week
hugs
céline

Larissa said...

So pretty Shirley! The image is so adorable and your colouring is stunning.

Hugs,
Larissa

Anonymous said...

WOWZER!! This is just brilliant Shirley!! I LOVE the beautiful coloring you've done and fantastic layout as well!! :) HUGS

Cindy Haffner said...

Ohh how BEAUTIFUL!!

Elise said...

Holie CRAP!!!! My goodness gracious Sweet Shirley! Are you KIDDING me?!!! This is freakin' GORGEOUS! Okay, bring over your copics and show me in person how to do this! You are incredible woman!!! hehe! I absolutely LOVE this, and you've done an amazing job! sigh .. soooOOoo dreamy! And this is a digi?!!! Gosh, you REALLY want to drain my checkbook don't you?! lmao!!! I'm kidding!!! :) You ROCK!

Love you!
Elise

Lynn said...

Oh Shirley, that is an amazing card. I can't believe it was your first time using the images and tutorial. Now, that's talent and you've got it. I'm so happy that you share your experiences and sources.

Anonymous said...

All I can say is, WOW, WOW, WOW!!!! WOW Shirley! Take that back, I'm going to add GORGEOUS!
Pam Going Postal

Cheryl said...

Wow Shirley! I had to look twice. Beautiful coloring and I'm gonna check out the tutorial. Thanks for sharing!

donna mikasa said...

(Gasp!) This is absolutely gorgeous, Shirley! Beautiful colors and added details, too. Off to check out Jacqui's tutorial--thanks for the link and good luck with the challenges! I think it's a winner!!

1LuvnMama said...

I'm fainting! Wow, this is gorgeous! I saw the tutorial before seeing your amazing piece. I must say, yours is absolutely perfect! So life-like! :) Great job Shirl!

Gemma said...

Absolute stunning card, love the colouring, realy amazing! Thanks for joining us at SSC this week, Gemma

Unknown said...

this is lovely, i adore the colours that you have used here

thank you for getting crafty with us at Crafty Cardmakers xx

hugs
Judie xx

Denise said...

OMGOSH Shirley....this is Absolutely Gorgeous!! Love the soft color of the blue.
Have a great weekend.
Hugs,
Denise

Teri said...

Your card is simply adorable!! Love the image and the colors you used on this beautiful card!

jojoscraps said...

Oh Shirley, You've done a wonderful job coloring this image! Beautiful card.
Jo xx

Sandra said...

This is just so wonderful! I've seen her before but I really want this girl now too.
Thanks for entering our challenge over at Basic Grey Challenges.

Sandra and the BGC DT

Tina46 Kreativblog said...

so sweet card!! cute image!!thanks for joining in our challenge.
hugs
tina46
swf-team

Lin said...

Fabulous layout and I just adore your combination of colours. GORGEOUS

Thanks for joining our floral challenge at Crafty Cardmakers.

Lin - Lil Miss Chatterbox xx

Amy said...

Oh Shirley, this is breathtakingly beautiful! You've done an awesome job of coloring her and I love the papers you've paired up with her, so perfect to me! I love your cards, you do such gorgeous work, Shirley!

Joy said...

WOW Shirley! this is amazing and fabulous coloring! You really make this image come to life! looks as if you cut her out of a magazine! I only wish I could color like that. guess one day I will learn...hahaha! hope you have a great week!

Jodi said...

Aww, she is really cute and sweet!! Beautifully colored!!
Hope you are doing well!!
Hugs
Jodi =)

Tammi said...

She's beautiful, gorgeous coloring! Wishing you a wonderful day!~hugs

Jo Nevill said...

Shirley ! How fantastic to see you !

Wow, this is just breathtaking, simply adorable. Your colouring is just amazing. What more can I say.

Hugs,

Jo x