Hi Everyone, thanks for stopping by today. We are all so
excited at Cheery Lynn Designs to be sharing with you our inspiration using the
new May 2016 release. I am first up on the blog hop but if you get a little
lost on route please just link back to Cheery Lynn Designs.
I was so excited to find out there was a few new birds in
this latest release. If you follow me regularly you will know how much I adore
Cheery Lynn's Bird dies and this Swan is an absolutely beautiful die to work
with, filled with grace and elegance for any crafty project.
I die cut out my Swan 5 times in heavy cardstock and on 3
of the layers I cut off the head and neck part.
You will see on this photo I
fluffed out the feathers to give a 3 D look and started to layer on 3 die cut
body parts, finishing off with a complete Swan on my top section.
I shaded the Swans beak with Black and Orange Copics and
a Fineliner pen to highlight the detail. Finishing off with a small drop of
Black Liquid Pearls for the eye.
My background was shaded with Distress Inks, adding my
Cattails and Reeds which were finished off with a little Flower Soft and
Distress Glitter.
You will also
notice a touch of Glossy Accents on my wave for a watery look.
My Sun was made from the
Sunflower Die adding a stamped sentiment to the centre, finishing off
with a few Dragonflies.
I'd love for you to leave me a comment so I know you have
stopped by, I always love to read them.
Please carry on this hop where you will see more of the
New Release dies showcased by my Teamies. Finishing back at Cheery Lynn Designs
for a chance to win a $20 shopping Spree.
Your next stop on the Blog Hop is my talented Teammie LISA.
Crafty Hugs,
Julie xx
Cheery Lynn Dies Used:
- B772 3D Swan
- B663 Sunflower Set
- B266 Tiny Things with Wings
- B341 Wave Edger
- XL15 Rectangle Scalloped LG Purple Stackers
- B389 Cattails and Reeds
- M4 Circle Classic
- LSC16 Rectangle Stitch and Cut Tool
Good morning Julie what a gorgeous swan you created...those layered feathers looks so realistic...beautiful work.How clever to put the sunflower under the sentiment too....a really gorgeous card. Hugs xx
ReplyDeleteWow, that is a beautiful swan die, and I love how you layered it to make the feathers look more real! So pretty! hugs :)
ReplyDeleteI see a lot of swans from different brands this summer, but I like these the best. Awesome, what you have done with it!! I also like the cattails, they look so real.
ReplyDeleteLia xx
Oh Woooow this swan is simply amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteI rarely use dies, but everytime i pop here I am overwhelmed by your delightful cards. That swan is really amazing!
ReplyDeleteAnother stunner of a card Julie, that swan is absolutely beautiful and delicate
ReplyDeleteHugs
Donna xx
Beautiful Julie! The dimension on those wings is simply gorgeous. Lovely card.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful Julie. I just love how you layered the swans wings. I'm so glad you showed how you did that. It really enhances the swan die. Fantastic card!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful! I love the swans wings.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! The wings are genius. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletelove the swan die
ReplyDeleteYour card is so cute.
ReplyDeleteYour card is so cute.
ReplyDeleteLove the swan die! The way you layered it and puffed out the feathers makes it so realistic looking. Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThe Swan is so life like. Very nice card.
ReplyDeleteYour card is beautiful....that Swan die is STUNNING! WOW!
ReplyDeletewow impressive, the swan is totally awesome!
ReplyDeleteThe whole card is gorgeous! I love the swan and the verse too!
ReplyDeleteOh my WOW!!! It is as beautiful as a real swan :) what a stunning card you have made! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteJulie Beautiful card. I like your choice of the cattail and waves with the new swan. I absolutely love the way you did a the swan in the 3D effect. Brings it to life. The detail in the swan is really what CLD is so good at.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card, Julie! I love that gorgeous swan! Cheery Lynn dies are always so delicately beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWow, your swanis so realistic and I love the ruffles. Hugz
ReplyDeleteWonderful card, Julie, love that swan and the 3D effect!
ReplyDeleteMagnificent card design. I love the 3D look of the swan. That was so clever of you to to that.
ReplyDeleteI love the swan. Beautiful card. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteVery lovely card. That swan is a real show stopper. Thanks for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteStunning swan, Julie! I have to do more of that multiple die cuts to get more texture and dimension on my cards. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteLove the swan and cat tails. Just stunning and elegant.
ReplyDeleteWow! That swan is amazing!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a fantastic card Julie, that swan looks absolutely amazing! So, so clever!! Love the 3D effect!
ReplyDeleteLove all the detail on your Swan card, especially the cattails and the gloss on the waves. A really beautiful job!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautifull 3D Swan and amazing dies Julie!
ReplyDeleteSo gorgeous card! Good luck with the bloghop!
It's to difficult for me in English, to much time!
Your card is so detailed and the swan adds extra ddimension. Abolutely beautiful.
ReplyDeleteJulie, the swan die is one of the nicest bird dies I have ever seen and it looks even better with it's feathers fluffed up! I love the look of the bull rushes too, they are so realistic looking. Hugs, Anne xx
ReplyDeleteWowzers! That layered swan is genius and so elegant! Fantabulous design and the coloring is superbly done. Awesome sauce idea and result! Hugz! ~Niki
ReplyDeleteFinally a swan with such detail. Love it!
ReplyDeleteljhfulton
Wow! The swan is gorgeous!!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card!
ReplyDeleteWow, gorgeous swan and the whole card is fab.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card...... Love swans.
ReplyDeleteYour cards are beautiful! The swan is so graceful and I have always liked cattails. Reminds me of where I was born.
ReplyDeleteOMGOSH!, this swan die is gorgeous! Great job.
ReplyDeleteCarole Lovill
I'm a card maker and your swan card is amazing the blog hop a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon thanks
ReplyDeleteThat swan is just beautiful, very nice card.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, your card is exquisite and I love the swan die and the way you layered it on the card. BRAVO!
ReplyDeleteJulie your swan looks fabulous. I love what you did to the wings.and the background is lovely too.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing.
Hugs from Monica,,,,
Spain
B772 3D Swan!!! I Must make a note of this die!! WOW... No one makes dies like Cheery Lynn! Your special touches really made it all come together!
ReplyDeleteWow Julie, this is really a beautiful card. I love all the work you put into the swan to make it so realistic. Love the flower soft on the cat tails, makes you want to touch them!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful swan! Love the detail on your card.
ReplyDeleteWonderful dies and great use of them to make this a lovely project
ReplyDeleteLove that the swan is dimensional!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful composition. Love the swan.
ReplyDeleteWOW!! Your card is gorgeous. The swan is amazing. Thank you so much for sharing your tutorial.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful, very professional done card. I especially enjoyed how you made the feathers puff out.
ReplyDeletecool die
ReplyDeleteThe opening card with sway and cattauils of perfect
ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea and your card is so lovely <3 hugs from Norway :-)
ReplyDeleteA beautiful card Julie and that swan is amazing and looks superb with all the layered feathers xxx
ReplyDeleteIt is all lovely, your background is great.
ReplyDeleteLove the dimension of the swan well done, thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteYour cards are beautiful - love the swan and the sun
ReplyDeleteOh how gorgeous! I love the fluff on the swans body and those cattails re fabulous! Gorgeous all around!!
ReplyDeletethis scene you have created is just stunning! the swan looks as if it will glide right off of your card! :)
ReplyDeleteLove the card...love the swan. Very nicely done!
ReplyDeleteThis swan card has so much detail and love put into it! It is a fabulous card.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful swan and the cattails are terrific. Outstanding card. Thank you!
ReplyDeletethat card is absolutely beautiful, love the swan
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card! I love the detail in the wings of the swan! Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteTake Care!
Michele
Beautiful card love how you layered swan very pretty
ReplyDeletelove the way you layered the swan and made the card into a work of art
ReplyDeleteOMG, how gorgeous is your card with the stunning swan!!! I wish I had the time to create like this!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat swan die, so much detail. Loving the way you've used it too. Happy crafting, Angela x
ReplyDeleteThat swan with the feathers all fluffed is really cool.
ReplyDeleteAmazing - absolutely amazing. Thank you so much for visiting my blog - believe me, it is a honor to have you!
ReplyDeleteSandy xx
Love the swan. I like the 3d effect.
ReplyDeleteSherry S.
The swan is just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful swan!!! WoW!
ReplyDeleteOh Julie, what can I say my jaw dropped when I seen your beautiful card. That swan is a show stopper for sure.
ReplyDeleteLove the card. The swan is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful card. I like how you used Flower Soft for the cattails and the swan's feather are stunning. Great job.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card! The swan is beautiful! New to "blog hopping" so I may have done it wrong... but still enjoying all the creations and visiting everyone's blog... getting a lot inspiration!
ReplyDeleteOh Julie... First I'm so sorry to not visit you more often, though your cards and other creations are all so perfect and so delicately done, it is always a wow for me!!
ReplyDeleteThis one does not escape to the rule... I will not have time to do the blog hop sadly, but just reading your post and seeing this great card, and I'm already very happy to look at this lovely swan and sun too, wow wow wow!!!
Hugs, Coco xx
What an amazing card Julie, that swan die is wonderful and you have showcased it perfectly here. Thanks for sharing it, love it! Deb xo
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card and love that fabulous swan. TFS
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