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Simple painting with a charming new holiday release from Colorado Craft Company!

November 20, 2021

Simple painting with a charming new holiday release from Colorado Craft Company!

There is a charming new release out today from Colorado Craft Company and illustrator Anita Jeram.

If that isn’t the sweetest image, then I don’t know what is. The stamp set is called Getting Ready and I was lucky enough to get my hands on the coordinating die set, too! So today, I’m sharing how I painted using just Distress Inks and a cheap paint brush. You don’t have to be fancy to create something simple and charming!

Here’s the video:

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BLOG GIVEAWAY: Today I am giving away one Hanging Stockings Mini stamp set. All you have to do is follow @coloradocraftcompany on Instagram, and then come back here an leave me a comment! I will pick a winner on November 24, first thing in the morning! NOTE: Giveaway is now closed. The winner is:

BLOG HOP INSPIRATION: Check out all the amazing creations today! You can leave comments along the hop for more chances to win!

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Cathy Zielske—you are here!
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  1. Carol says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:09 am

    What a cute release! Thanks for the chance to win.

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  2. Sharon Gullikson says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:17 am

    The little pink cheek is such a cute touch. And the little bird. All of the extras add so much. Adorable.

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  3. Lisa Heimiller says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:18 am

    Such a sweet stamp. I’m going to get my paintbrushes out and try this technique. Love it. ❤️

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  4. Patricia Beck says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:19 am

    Such a cute card! I love your approach to creating and your videos!!! Thanks for the opportunity to win such a sweet little stamp set!

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  5. Joan E Sawyer says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:26 am

    Cathy, You are simply the best! Love your depiction of this stamp set.

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  6. Ann R says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:42 am

    I love the beauty and simplicity of your card!

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  7. Pam R says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:52 am

    I love love these stamp sets. And, I’m subscribed to your YT and IG. You have such great tips/tricks. Thanks for all your inspiration.

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  8. Kate Treasure says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:54 am

    I am in love with Anita Jeram! And this new stamp set is awesome!

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  9. Lindarub says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:55 am

    Love your card !

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  10. Kerys says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:58 am

    Following Colorado craft. (@crafybritmama)
    I didn’t think Anita Jeram could get any cuter, but OMG! I need them all.
    Love your painting and card as always x

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  11. Di Di W says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:01 am

    What a beautiful card you’ve made with this cute new stamp set.

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  12. Linda M. says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:08 am

    Love the new Anita Jeram stamps and your adorable card! I’ve been following CCC on Instagram for awhile. Thanks for the chance to win the Hanging Stockings set!

    Reply
  13. Robin Nelson says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:11 am

    Super cute card. This release is adorable.

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  14. Megan Ciavarella says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:13 am

    Sweet stamp set by Anita Jeram. Thanks for the chance. Happy Thanksgiving!!

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  15. Liz E says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:20 am

    I agree that this is the sweetest image ! And I love your coloring – so pretty!

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  16. Karen Dobbins says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:28 am

    Love this card!!!💜

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  17. Peggy Hurd says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:29 am

    Hi Cathy- I LOVE this card and the clean and simple lines-less is more as they say- with out a background the eye focus’ on cute image and your watercolors make it softly sweet! Thanks for sharing your talents.

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  18. Linda S says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:38 am

    This is sooo cute! I LOVE Anita Jeram stamp sets! And your painting is precious. Makes me want to get out my distress inks and start painting!

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  19. Donna West says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:42 am

    Love love love these new stamps!!

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  20. Tamara Dowdy says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:56 am

    Following on Instagram. I LOVE all your videos and tutorials. New to card making and having a blast.

    Reply
  21. Linda Joyce Steele says

    November 20, 2021 at 9:57 am

    These designs are so adorable. I can’t wait to use them. Love your painted card.

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  22. SarahC says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:02 am

    Love this cute and simple card. These images are just adorable. TFS

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  23. Alice says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:06 am

    Love this technique and will definitely try it out. I need to get some watercolour cardstock. Thank you for the giveaway!

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  24. Cari S. says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:06 am

    Simply stunning !

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  25. Jen says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:06 am

    I love how sweet these are and how you colored them with a delicate touch. I love your work

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  26. Linda BL says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:14 am

    Absolutely love this card! Enjoyed the video (as always) and made me want to get out my Distress ink cubes and try your method.

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  27. Maureen Castillo says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:17 am

    Hi Cathy! I’ve watched you’re AWESOME video with the bunny & followed @ColoradoCraftCompany on Instagram.

    I cant wait to see what’s in store for me from you next!

    Happy Thanksgiving! 💕

    Maureen Castillo

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  28. Deborah S says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:20 am

    You did a beautiful job with simple watercoloring, love this card!

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  29. Helene Marshall says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:25 am

    Love the watercoloring!

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  30. Catherine Moller says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:38 am

    So stinking cute!

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  31. Dawn Adams says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:54 am

    Love your work!

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  32. Dawn Adams says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:55 am

    Nice work!

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  33. Fonda Rush says

    November 20, 2021 at 11:03 am

    I love Anita Jeram’s little critters and quaint scenes. They are just so special!

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  34. Karen Draper says

    November 20, 2021 at 11:13 am

    OK, you’ve convinced me to try this. I’ve got some watercolor paper I’ve been wondering what to do with.

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  35. Dianne Godwin says

    November 20, 2021 at 11:39 am

    I have thusly followed! This is so stinkin’ adorable!! <3

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  36. Mary Holshouser says

    November 20, 2021 at 11:57 am

    Wonderful card. thanks for sharing
    txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  37. Marie O. says

    November 20, 2021 at 12:11 pm

    “Charming”is the perfect word for these new stamps!

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  38. Joyce says

    November 20, 2021 at 12:18 pm

    So cute!! I love how you showed that painting can be simple and still beautiful!

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  39. Teri Smith says

    November 20, 2021 at 12:48 pm

    Watercolour is my favourite medium yet I struggle with being able to paint using it. You’ve shown me a way that may be somewhat more attainable for me. I love this sweet image & I’m happy you added the green grass at the bottom to ground it.

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  40. Patricia Wilson says

    November 20, 2021 at 12:57 pm

    This is adorable. Don’t you just love Anita’s designs. They’re so cute and easy to work with. Thank you.

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  41. Cheryl Stauffer says

    November 20, 2021 at 1:12 pm

    Cathy, you inspire me constantly and I need to practice my watercoloring. I really like all of Smith’s stamps!

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  42. Marie says

    November 20, 2021 at 1:24 pm

    Love the cards. You always make me smile!

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  43. Barb says

    November 20, 2021 at 1:26 pm

    Holy cuteness! I love the card you made and her drawings and stamps are THE BEST. Now that I know I can colour well enough, I can start buying critter stamp sets. Yay!

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  44. Char says

    November 20, 2021 at 1:44 pm

    You had me at distress inks and a cheap paint brush. Beautiful work!

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  45. Cindy C Oliphant says

    November 20, 2021 at 1:52 pm

    Adorable card! Thanks for sharing this stamp set and technique…love it!

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  46. Meghan Kennihan says

    November 20, 2021 at 2:26 pm

    I LOVE your CAS design and coloring!

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  47. Janet Ingraham says

    November 20, 2021 at 2:40 pm

    So darling! H the hank you for the detailed instructions

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  48. Carolyn Reiners says

    November 20, 2021 at 2:42 pm

    that is just too darn adorable

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  49. Shawn Bartolacci says

    November 20, 2021 at 3:01 pm

    OMG this card is so adorable. Your cards are always amazing!

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  50. Sandra Mullenix says

    November 20, 2021 at 3:11 pm

    I love the look of the distress coloring. The video was wonderful and makes me want this set now.

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  51. Yvonne Boucher says

    November 20, 2021 at 3:29 pm

    Kathy, your card is so sweet! Theirs is s greet release

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  52. Shana says

    November 20, 2021 at 3:36 pm

    as always, your card is adorable; thank you for sharing!

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  53. Janice Hixon says

    November 20, 2021 at 4:13 pm

    Kathy I love your videos, especially that you talk to yourself. It’s like being inside your head, being privy to your thought processes. I sometimes wonder why creators do what they choose, but you explain what you are thinking. P.S. Your color turned out so pretty, so I guess all that over thinking was worth it, lol.

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  54. Jalayne Salzman says

    November 20, 2021 at 4:18 pm

    Love your designs and colors!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  55. Elizabeth Gobler says

    November 20, 2021 at 4:40 pm

    I don’t have an Instagram account…but I do love Colorado Craft Co., Anita Jeram’s illustrations and your videos.

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  56. Jeanne Rice says

    November 20, 2021 at 5:18 pm

    Always love your videos and this is no exception. I love the painting with distressed inks and thanks for making it such a simple process to create a stunning card. Thanks for sharing.

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  57. Gayle F says

    November 20, 2021 at 5:23 pm

    You water coloring looks effortless!

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  58. Linda R says

    November 20, 2021 at 5:29 pm

    Love the way you did this sweet card…and all the encouraging words for those of us who don’t consider ourselves very good painters!! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  59. Jannet says

    November 20, 2021 at 5:39 pm

    Another gorgeous stamp, and so beautifully coloured!

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  60. Joy D Janitell says

    November 20, 2021 at 5:48 pm

    What a great way to use the distress inks- great job!

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  61. Corina Raxo says

    November 20, 2021 at 5:53 pm

    Howdy,

    I’m a follower of Colorado and Craft Company now. Thanks for the recommendation and this easy breezy contest. Your the best!

    Reply
  62. Kim Kjerulf says

    November 20, 2021 at 6:30 pm

    I love this and love all your cards.

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  63. Donna Holloway says

    November 20, 2021 at 7:58 pm

    Cathy you are great. I love your manner and cards are fab.

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  64. Melody McCloskey says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:07 pm

    Hi Cathy! I started following Colorado Craft company on Instagram. I am so enjoying watching you on YouTube, and get tickled when I hear Tim Holtz calls your name in his videos.

    I just fully retired and am trying to get some mojo back in our crafting world. It’s going to take a lot of work, and I am slowly trying. You are a great teacher, thanks for inspiring us always.You Rock! Boop!

    Blessings,
    Melody

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  65. Pat McCleary says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:08 pm

    Absolutely adorable!

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  66. Sally Keagle says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:28 pm

    Absolutely darling! I have learned so much from you.

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  67. Marisela Delgado says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:33 pm

    So beautiful!

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  68. Donna L Walls says

    November 20, 2021 at 8:54 pm

    Wonderful inspiration Cathy! P.S…..your link on the CCC website leads to Sandy Allnocks blog….Just an FYI….and I’m looking forward to watching your process video tonight!

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  69. Mary O'Connell says

    November 20, 2021 at 10:53 pm

    Such a cute stamp set! Love your card!

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  70. Sandie says

    November 20, 2021 at 11:00 pm

    Hi I am really surprised how much I am getting to like these cute little animal stamps and dies. You make them so adorable and easy to work with

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  71. Tona says

    November 20, 2021 at 11:16 pm

    Such a sweet release & I love what you did with it.

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  72. Carol E. Wortman says

    November 20, 2021 at 11:49 pm

    So sweet! I dont have the fancy things and it is so refreshing to watch how you make anything and everything possible with what you have. I love your outlook and teaching…. and your designs.

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  73. Denise Bryant says

    November 21, 2021 at 12:33 am

    This is such a darling scene with this cute bunny and the birds! Love your card!

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  74. Giselle D. says

    November 21, 2021 at 3:38 am

    I love all of Anita’s illustrations and these stamps are no exception! Your card is adorable!

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  75. Izzy Scrap says

    November 21, 2021 at 5:26 am

    You’re totally right, this new release is charming and so darn cute ! Love how you used the distress inks to colour this sweet image. It really makes a beautiful CAS card ! Thanks so much for inspiring and for the chance to win.

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  76. Kathy Raker says

    November 21, 2021 at 7:03 am

    Your videos are always a delight! Great new 3C Christmas release, the designs are adorable, love them all. Love the simple, but beautiful look of your card. Thanks for sharing!

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  77. Trish Klemann says

    November 21, 2021 at 7:14 am

    I’m following @coloradocraft on Instagram Love this designers work and yours!

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  78. Erika J says

    November 21, 2021 at 8:00 am

    Beautiful coloring once again Cathy!

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  79. Lisa Haff says

    November 21, 2021 at 12:02 pm

    Love this new release from CCC-just adorable Cathy your card is so cute, l really like your simple design style.

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  80. Lauryne Cunningham says

    November 21, 2021 at 2:58 pm

    Great job watercoloring! Your card is super cute!

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  81. Geri S says

    November 21, 2021 at 5:44 pm

    Sweet card! Love this release!

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  82. Karen Tucker says

    November 21, 2021 at 6:02 pm

    This is the cutest card! So clean and simple!

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  83. Karen Tucker says

    November 21, 2021 at 6:37 pm

    Beautiful card!

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  84. Lori Spitzer says

    November 21, 2021 at 7:52 pm

    Hi, Cathy – I agree that this image is terrific. When I first saw “Getting Ready” I thought, “There’s my fave of the batch.” I also like “Hanging Stockings” and “Hiding Presents” (because I do… and then I find them in a closet in the summer LOL). Your coloring is lovely! TFS!! I love the A Jeram line and am so glad you are part of the hop!
    Lori S in PA

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  85. Penny Pynnonen says

    November 21, 2021 at 9:37 pm

    Love your cards, Cathy.

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  86. Linda says

    November 22, 2021 at 5:53 am

    Hi Cathy, I have been enjoying your videos for a long time. I adore the Anita Jeram line of products. I’m 70 years old, my great joy in life is to make cards.
    Linda, PA

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  87. JoSi says

    November 22, 2021 at 6:08 am

    Beautiful card, You make such fun videos to watch! Happy Thanksgiving!

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  88. Jean B says

    November 22, 2021 at 6:48 am

    Love your simple water coloring and the grounding on the bottom.

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  89. Mely says

    November 22, 2021 at 6:57 am

    Super cute!!!

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  90. Dena Keys says

    November 22, 2021 at 7:44 am

    So cute!

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  91. Maryann Ferry says

    November 22, 2021 at 8:35 am

    Cathy,
    I always love your work. These stamps are adorable!

    Reply
  92. Anny Hale says

    November 22, 2021 at 9:58 am

    Cathy, even though-there are-no boops (Lol), truly adorable

    Reply
  93. Melvin Nieves says

    November 22, 2021 at 10:50 am

    Si cute and adorable images!

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  94. Bunny Hoyle says

    November 22, 2021 at 5:25 pm

    I love each new release of the CCC AJ line. These bunnies are just the best. I’m sure a set would love to come live at my house. I’d love to have Santa say, “You’re on the nice list and you won a set”. This Bunny loves these bunnies.

    Reply
  95. Maxine says

    November 22, 2021 at 6:40 pm

    Just watched your video and I just love how excited you get about making your cards! This one was precious!

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  96. Jeanne Beam says

    November 22, 2021 at 7:29 pm

    Such an adorable card! Love the colors…
    Thanks for sharing.

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  97. Jeanne Beam says

    November 22, 2021 at 7:43 pm

    Adorable card! Thanks for sharing…

    Reply
  98. Mary says

    November 22, 2021 at 9:14 pm

    Absolutely stunning! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  99. Heidi Mattessich says

    November 22, 2021 at 9:20 pm

    Such a sweet card!

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  100. Karen S says

    November 22, 2021 at 9:33 pm

    Beautiful! Super cute images!

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  101. Dorothy A says

    November 22, 2021 at 11:19 pm

    Darling! I love your painting. This is my favorite way to color my embossed images. It’s just so fun to mix colors, weather they are from stamp pads or water color paints.

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  102. Kristina Gentle says

    November 23, 2021 at 1:36 am

    I adored the video you created for this. SO GOOD!

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  103. Patti G says

    November 23, 2021 at 6:02 am

    I love all of Anita’s stamps. Thank you for sharing a video,it’s inspiring

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  104. Angela Reed says

    November 23, 2021 at 7:23 am

    I absolutely love your colors… they compliment these amazing stamps so well. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  105. Stacey holt says

    November 23, 2021 at 7:44 am

    I love your style and your videos!!!

    Reply
  106. Gloria Westerman says

    November 23, 2021 at 1:35 pm

    I absolutely love this stamp set…and I love your card…tfs

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  107. karenajo says

    November 23, 2021 at 7:07 pm

    The Distress Ink painting turned out great! Love the elegant simplicity of your card! Thanks for sharing!

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  108. Fonda Rush says

    November 23, 2021 at 7:34 pm

    Anita Jeram is a great illustrator! She makes the cutest little critters!

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  109. Barbara Buckner says

    November 23, 2021 at 10:56 pm

    I love the colors you used in this card, simple but so cute!

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  110. Janet Carter says

    November 24, 2021 at 9:30 am

    Love that little bunny! Your card is so sweet!

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  111. Colleen Sock says

    November 26, 2021 at 10:21 am

    I have wanted to break out some brushes and make a mess! This video has changed my life. Embossing before painting is brilliant. I have already felt a calm wash over me with this process and I thank you for showing an old dog can turn a brush and enjoy it! 😎😵‍💫🤩🧐🤔

    Reply

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