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My Beautiful Balloon!

This week's MFP SpeedyTV Inspiration Challenge is all about Hot Air balloons. I used the MFP Hot Air Balloons mini set.


I used Brushos which are my new favorite color medium. Just swiped the cardstock with water, sprinkled on the Brushos in three different colors and heat set. Then I stamped the image, added some liquid pearls, and stapled on the sentiment. Quick, easy, and super fun.

Hope you will join us in the challenge! Hugz

Comments

  1. DoreenJanuary 28, 2015 at 2:35 AM

    This is just gorgeous,great image and fab details.xxx

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  2. Donna HanleyJanuary 28, 2015 at 2:43 AM

    The different colored Brushos combined beautifully for this backdrop for the great balloon. Ideal sentiment and the fishtail banners are just the right amount of add-ons. Have a terrific day.

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  3. Anne January 28, 2015 at 4:22 AM

    I just LOVE the background and the tags on the side give the impression of ribbon flying in the wind, rather like a kite tail! Great idea, super card!

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  4. Stampsnob.January 28, 2015 at 4:53 AM

    Stunning! I love the " splash" behind the lovely hot air balloon...Lis

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  5. *Vicki*January 28, 2015 at 6:38 AM

    Wow! Your background is just amazing here Nancy!! Love the watercolor look and the image is stunning too! :)

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  6. Carol HurlockJanuary 28, 2015 at 7:04 AM

    Gorgeous. It's a beautiful piece of mixed media. I really love the colors.
    Bear Hugs,
    Carol

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  7. Kathy BradleyJanuary 28, 2015 at 7:26 AM

    Nancy,
    Way cool background and beautiful card! And, I love the colors!

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  8. jimlynnJanuary 28, 2015 at 7:41 AM

    Um.....maybe I should try some Brushos! My watercoloring leaves a lot to be desired I'm afraid! This looks like watercoloring but is so intense and beautiful! LOVE your card!
    Lynn

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  9. IrisJanuary 28, 2015 at 8:27 AM

    Gorgeous card - love the watercolors.

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  10. cotnobJanuary 28, 2015 at 11:07 AM

    This is gorgeous Nancy, such beautiful rich colours and fabulous vintage balloon image.
    Pauline
    x

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  11. JaceeJanuary 28, 2015 at 11:07 AM

    A really great card Nancy love the rich colours, fabulous!
    hugs Jacee
    Simply Paper Card Design

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  12. coopsJanuary 28, 2015 at 12:33 PM

    so stunning nancy.i love the colours and image and your watercoloured background is fabulous ;D

    xx coops xx

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  13. TammyJanuary 28, 2015 at 2:26 PM

    Amazing background for the gorgeous hot air balloon! Fabulous card!

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  14. Carol LJanuary 28, 2015 at 3:25 PM

    You may have pushed me over the edge of enabling to get my hands on those brushos! The more I see them used, the more I think I NEED them! LOL Gorgeous card Nancy, I love that background!!

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  15. McCrafty's CardsJanuary 28, 2015 at 4:00 PM

    Yes your balloon is beautiful Nancy fabulous design.
    Kevin xx

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  16. Karen (TLgirl353)January 28, 2015 at 6:29 PM

    Beautiful showcasing of the hot air balloon! Looks like a fun technique too.

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  17. stampingbowdJanuary 28, 2015 at 8:43 PM

    Beautiful!!! The color is gorgeous and I love the three flags!

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  18. wannabcre8tiveJanuary 28, 2015 at 9:27 PM

    Wow, what a gorgeous background you made with your brushos. They look like they would be really fun. I am going to have to check them out.
    Hugs.

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  19. Nancy ThomasJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:27 PM

    I love the gorgeous background. Well done!

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  20. UnknownJanuary 29, 2015 at 9:34 PM

    Stunning background, very pretty card!!!
    hugs
    Donna

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  21. Anne TempleJanuary 30, 2015 at 7:37 AM

    What a great card and that background looks fabulous!

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  22. Holly AKA KopyKatFebruary 2, 2015 at 10:43 AM

    So pretty, love the colors and the fabulous card design.

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  23. Donna EllisFebruary 4, 2015 at 12:16 PM

    how gorgeous, Nancy! love how you "colored" this image! hugs, de

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  24. ChristineFebruary 4, 2015 at 9:49 PM

    I just love that background. I'm now going to have to look up Brushos.

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