Hello Friends! How are you? Spring is in full swing and it’s hard not to smile. (sorry for those of you with winter upon you) Today is the Honey Bee Stamps FOURTH Birthday Blog Hop! Happy BEEday to Honey Bee!
Honey Bee is celebrating this milestone BD with a two day blog hop and today is day ONE. To start at the beginning of the hop go to the Honey Bee blog here. If you are arriving from Lydia’s blog Understand Blue you are in the right place. Lydia is my lettuce twin (because we both soak our lettuce and are super picky) I am always gobsmacked when I see Lydia watercolor.
Melissa (the owner) and Lisa (Melissa’s right hand) from Honey Bee stamps are as sweet as honey and I adore them. They keep Honey Bee a buzzing with exiting product and I am thrilled to be joining them and the other designers on today’s blog hop.
This hop was the perfect excuse to sit down and actually make my mom a Mother’s Day card. *note to mom pretend you didn’t see this!
The stamp is aptly called, ” Mother’s Day ” is a beauty as a stand alone floral garland but, I opted for double stamping for more impact = win win.
If you are curious what watercolor paper I like to use it’s this … love the texture!
I was second guessing my color choices until I put down the green on the leaves then …. the flowers looked more grounded. These are the watercolors I used on my card. (I was trying them out and really like them especially for travel because they are so compact.)
Honestly it’s more about the paper than the pencils. It’s so easy and fun to enhance what you are coloring by adding pencil details. What’s more important is a SHARP pencil so that sharp tip can fill in all those textured areas on the paper. For best results light strokes … just skimming the pencil across the paper.
This is my new favorite no line coloring ink because it’s dark enough so I can see the image and I don’t have to stamp the image several times. PLUS you can use this ink for watercoloring or with your alcohol markers.
For this card I picked up the pencils that were closest to me. Honestly any will work and promise me you will add a dark color to those nooks and crannies.
Keep in mind don’t worry where the light source is coming from. When I travel that’s one of my mantras. If you have a light and a dark area you have contrast and that pleases the eye. I believe it also takes the stress out of the coloring.
To finish my card I watercolored a small strip of paper and stamped the sentiment “I love you” and popped it on my card panel with some foam tape.
During a retreat in Ohio I was loving creating a few kaleidoscopes with this BIG misti and a large wreath builder. This was created with some masking but, it was worth the effort. Super excited to color this later. Thebutterflies I am in love with and they are from Honey Bee’s new release. Aren’t they fantastic?
Next on the hop is the talented Ashley Tucker’s blog here. Thank you for your visit and have a great weekend! Hugs, Kathy
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Your coloring is divine. Love this image too!
Thanks so much, Heidi! It means a lot to me 🙂
Amazing, Kathy! I love the details that adding pencil over watercolor brings out!
That is so kind, Debbie! I’m so glad you lie the added pencil details 🙂
Your coloring is always wonderful!
You are so sweet, Cynthia! Thank you 🙂
This is really pretty! 🙂
I am so happy that you like it, Kelsey! Thanks a bunch 🙂
Oh my word! I’m really swooning over this. You never cease to amaze me!
Oh, Loni! You made my day 🙂
Gorgeous! Pinned it for inspiration 🙂
Your kindness makes me smile, Shari! Thank you 🙂
Gorgeous colors for these delightful floral sprays.
I am grateful for your kind words, Andre! You made me smile 🙂
Absolutely stunning watercoloring!!!!
Thank you so much, Dot! You are so kind 🙂
Your card is just wonderful!
Thank you, Mary! That is so sweet 🙂
You really outdid yourself Kathy. Amazing job.
What a lovely compliment, Angelica! Thank for the smile 🙂
Your floral sprays are so lovely! Thanks for showing the before and after with the colored pencils. It makes such a difference!
Thank you so much, Linda! I am glad you like the added pencil details 🙂
Your watercolors are simply beautiful – a fabulous Mother’s Day card.
Thank you, Kim! That means a lot to me 🙂
Beautiful watercoloring!
Your mom is going to LOVE THIS, Kathy! It is BEAUTIFUL! 😉
AND your stamped Wreath, or Mandela (or so it looks to me), will be an AMAZING PIECE! I JUST bought a die, this reminds me of. 😉 HAPPY STAMPING!!!
You are so kind, Becky! Your comments always brighten my day 🙂
So beautiful the no-line coloring looks !!
Thank you, Pooja! I really enjoy the no line inks for coloring. I appreciate your thoughtful comment 🙂
Talk about gobsmacked – oh my word! Is this ever beautiful! And I can’t wait to see what you do with your butterfly kaleidoscope!
You make my heart smile, Avra! Thank you so much 🙂
Oh my goodness, the coloring on those beautiful florals is gorgeous! What a difference it makes to use the colored pencils for some added texture. I will have to try that some time.
Thanks, Deneha! I hope you get a chance to try this technique. I appreciate your sweet comment 🙂
so beautiful
Thank you, Susie! I appreciate your stopping by my blog 🙂
OH MY GOSH, your no line coloring looks incredible!!! REALLY INCREDIBLE
You are so kind, Sharon! Your sweet comment has me grinning ear-to-ear 🙂
Your flowers are very pretty. I like that you used two strips of flowers, one on top and one on bottom.
Thank you, Brian! I am so happy that you like both set of flowers 🙂
Your watercoloring just takes the cake! It’s beautiful! I love those little mini watercolor wheels you have too. This card is amazing! And the wreath builder is a great idea too!
I appreciate your kind words, Amanda! Thank you 🙂
You just amaze me every time I see your artwork.
Awww, you are the sweetest, Kelly! Thank you so much 🙂
Awesome coloring of this gorgeous card–love the pencil work on top of the watercolors. Congrats to Honey bee stamps, lovely new stamps they have!
I love these stamps too, Sheri! Thank you for your sweet comment 🙂
Such a beautiful stunning card!! You are an amazing colorist!!
Your kindness makes me smile, Patty! Thanks 🙂
Oh my!!! Gorgeous!!!! So talented!! Love this stamp too!!!
You make me blush, Monica! Thank you for your thoughtful comment 🙂
Beautiful card Kathy, wish I still had a mom to send one to.
Thank you so much, Mary! I have a friend that sends mother’s day cards to people who are like a mother to them, and some who are moms to furry babies too 🙂
This card took my breath away. It is absolutely beautiful!!! Adding pencils can make such a difference!!!
What a lovely compliment, Theresa! That means so much to me 🙂
So talented! The card is gorgeous!
That is so sweet, Susan! Thank you 🙂
Your coloring is always amazing! Such a lovely card you have created. Thank you for sharing!
You are so thoughtful, Jennifer! You made my day 🙂
Stunning artwork!! I love the no line coloring. And the butterfly wreath piece you did … I can’t wait to see it colored as well.
Thank you so much, Becca! That means a lot to me 🙂
Your Mother’s Day card is gorgeous! I love the flower stamp and the way your colored them! Really outstanding! I think I have to go add that stamp set to my Wish List! Thanks for the inspiration!!
You are so kind, Lori! Thank you 🙂
Beautifully done. Thank you for all of your written remarks and tips.
You are so sweet, Marilyn! I am so happy that you find my tips and tricks helpful 🙂
Even if your Mom does see your post she will still love the card you made her! I really like how you showed the version with just watercolors and the one with watercolors and pencils. Such a difference! Plus thank you for the tip on the light source. Wonderful work and Happy early Mogher’s Day!
I appreciate your kind words, Liz! You are so kind 🙂
Such a pretty card! Thanks for sharing!
You are so sweet, Nancee! Thank you so much 🙂
Absolutely amazing, Kathy! I love what you created, your colouring is as usual breathtaking!
I am grateful for your sweet words, Mirella! Thanks 🙂
The coloring is so stunning!! Love that mother’s day card!
So sweet of you, Sabine! Thank you so much 🙂
STUNNING! You made those flowers come alive, just beautiful….
Thank you, Cynthia! You are so kind 🙂
Wow!! This card is so gorgeous! Your coloring is exquisite!!
You are so sweet, Cheryl! Thank you 🙂
Love the card. Your coloring is beautiful.
Thanks, Gilda! That means so much to me 🙂
This is such a beautiful card. You are the one who made me realize that I can add detail to watercolor with colored pencil. Thanks and isn’t this a fun hop for Honey Bee’s birthday?
You are so kind, Barbara! And yes, it is a super fun hop 🙂
This is stunning..your coloring is a amazing <3 I wish I was your mom receiving this lol I'll even pretend I never saw it hahaa
You crack me up, Tanya! I appreciate your kindness and for the giggle 🙂
Your watercoloring is so amazing! I love your cards, they are always so beautiful!! I could look at your work all day!! I love this new stamp at Honey Bee, it does make a gorgeous Mother’s Day card. Wonderful work!!
You brightened my day, Lisa! Thank you 🙂
The Mother’s Day card is STUNNING!!!
Thanks, Donna! That means a lot to me 🙂
Gorgeous image and colouring!
Marianne x
I appreciate that so much, Marianne! Thank you 🙂
Absolutely STUNNING coloring! Just so realistic!
You are so thoughtful, Meghan! Thank you so much 🙂
What a beautiful card Kathy your mom sure is lucky! I see exactly what your say about the green leaves grounding flowers, it’s huge difference. Thanks so much for sharing your talents and knowledge with us.
You are so kind, Sharon! Your sweet comment means the world to me 🙂
Love the card!!
Thanks, Nancy! Thanks for stopping by my blog 🙂
Wow! Gorgeous card!!! Love so much your fabulous colouring technique!!!
I appreciate your kind words, Arianna! I am grateful for you sweet words 🙂
You did a beautiful job coloring those flowers! Such a classy Mother’s Day card!
What a lovely compliment, Michelle! You made my day 🙂
WOW Kathy, how beautiful!
Hope you have a great Easter weekend! (((HUGS)))
Thank you so much, Teresa! I hope your Easter was wonderful 🙂
Love your shading! The flowers look incredible!
That is so kind, Janeen! You made my day 🙂
Beautiful card, as always, Kathy! The colored pencil really adds that extra detail that makes the card even more beautiful~ and thank you so much for the mention! I’m swooning over here~~ ❤️❤️❤️
You are so sweet to say so, Haejin! You rock, my friend 🙂
Beautiful card love the colors.
Thank you, Linda! I appreciate your stopping by my blog 🙂
Love this image from Honey Bee. They are such an amazing company. These colors are so great together. Sadly both of my Mom’s have passed on. Although I have my own daughter’s you don’t really recover from losing your Mom. Thanks for the always great tips Kathy. Also, Happy Easter to you and yours. Hope you have a blessed Springtime!
What a sweet comment, Anne! I always appreciate your comments. I hope your Easter was lovely 🙂
This card is stunning Kathy I just adore your coloring! Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you so much, Shawn! I am so happy that you like it 🙂
Your coloring is always amazing.
The flowers are gorgeous.
Any mother would be thrilled
to get this card. thanks for
sharing txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com
You are so kind, Mary! Thank you so much 🙂
So very pretty!!
Thanks, Lee! That means a lot to me 🙂
What a beautiful card … just love your colouring!!
Thank you, Gab! You are so sweet to say so 🙂
This card is absolutely stunning!
You are so sweet, Vickie! Thank you 🙂
Your mom will still love this awesome card!!
Thank you so much, Jeannean! You are so kind 🙂
I love this! So pretty and so fun!
You are sweet, Kirsty! I am so happy that you like it 🙂
Your card is breathtaking! Thanks for the helpful hints on coloring also.
You are thoughtful, Mindy! I am thrilled that you find my tips and tricks helpful 🙂
Your coloring blows me away! What a gorgeous card.
Such gorgeous flowers and beautiful butterflies too!
That means a lot to me, Denise! Thank you so much 🙂
Your coloring skills are definitely lifetime goals for me. Wow.
Oh, what a lovely compliment, K! You brightened my day 🙂
Gorgeous watercolors! Thanks for showing with and without the colored pencils so we could see the difference.
Thank you, Ronda! I am glad you like my contrast pictures 🙂
Just love this card with gorgeous flowers and stunning coloring
You are very thoughtful, Subhashini! I appreciate your kind words 🙂
In love.
Thanks, Silvia! You are sweet 🙂
its so gorgeous!
Hi, Fiki! Thank you so much 🙂
First of all, you are the master of coloring! The mother’s day card is gorgeous and the flowers look real! The berries on the card look like you could pick them right off! Great way to showcase the Honey Bee Stamps!
Awww, you are the sweetest, Ginger! You make me smile 🙂
I’m always amazed by your beautiful coloring.
So sweet of you to say so, Jackie! Thank you so much 🙂
Awesome detail on your flowers!
Thank you, Sherri! I am glad you like them 🙂
Dear Cathy
The beauty you have created to celebrate Mothers day is a real tribute to the woman who loves u unconditionally and knows no boundaries but gets little or no appreciation until she is gone from this world.
Wow your coloring is amazing wish i could color like you. Love and hugs
I am grateful for your lovely comment, Surekha! Thank you 🙂
Your amazing coloring skills are my lifetime goals. WOW!
You are very kind, Kenia! Thank you for the lovely compliment 🙂
Simply gorgeous!
Thanks, Lindar! I am so happy that you like it 🙂
Beautiful watercolring!! Love the stamp design.
You are kind, Pam! Thank you so much 🙂
I think if I tried a million years, I could never color as well as you!! Much love from one twin to another!
Awww, you are too kind, Kelly! Love you 🙂
Your watercolor flowers are just beautiful!
You are so sweet to say so, Tina! Thank you 🙂
Wow! Beautiful card.
Thanks, Ang! You are so kind 🙂
Your painting is just amazing! Someday I want to be like you! Lol.
Your sweet words make me smile, Sue! Thank you so much 🙂
Your card is fantastic and so elegant….
Isabelle, you are so lovely to say so! You made my day 🙂
Gorgeous card Kathy and every time it surprises me how much difference the use of pencils makes in a water coloured image. Love it.
Thank you so much for sharing, I hope to see that lovely Butterfly wreath coloured soon on your blog and Happy Fourth Beeday to Honey Bee!
You are always kind, Henriette! Thank you so much 🙂
So gorgeous!
Thanks, Shelly! I appreciate your stopping by 🙂
So so gorgeous! Thank you for the tip to use colored pencils over watercolor! I have to try that!!
You are so sweet, Ashley! I hope you try this coloring technique too 🙂
Beautiful card as always.
You are so kind, Marisela! Thanks so much 🙂
Wow!!! Stunning card!!!!
Maureen, you are so kind! Thank you 🙂
Omgosh , your card is beyond gorgeous!
So sweet of you, Tona! You made me smile 🙂
This is absolutely stunning! I just love everything about your project! Thanks so much for sharing your inspiration with us!
You are so kind, Judy! Thank you 🙂
That card is a work of art; just amazing coloring and shading!
What a sweet comment, Shirley! You make my heart smile 🙂
Hello & Happy Easter Kathy! Your card is stunning and you always inspire me with the way you create your cards. I love how you added colored pencil, to bring out the beauty and definition of the flowers. Looking forward to seeing how you color the butterfly wreath.
Thank you so much, Brenda! I hope your Easter was lovely 🙂
I am so amazed and jealous of the beautiful coloring. You do such a lovely job.
That means so much to me, Pam! Thank you 🙂
Of course the coloring is spectacular
Thanks, Candy! You are so kind 🙂
Stunning card and the colours are perfect Kathy. Congrats Honey Bee turning 4.
So sweet of you to say so, Jen! Thanks 🙂
Beautiful card Kathy.
Thanks, Rachel! I appreciate your kind comment 🙂
Absolute perfection!!! THis is gorgeous!!!! You are so talented!!!! TFS
hugs,
joni
You are lovely to say so, Joni! Thank you 🙂
Wow, your card is stunning! The floral swag is such a beautiful image to begin with, and then your painting/coloring really brings it to life. The butterfly wreath is also amazing, and I’m sure it will be gorgeous when you color it.
I am grateful for your lovely comment, Cathy! You made my day 🙂
Oh my goodness! Your coloring is just AMAZING! You have really made the flowers come to life! You’ve completely inspired me!
You are very kind, Hanh! Thank you 🙂
Your watercolour ingredients is just lovely as usual. I just love your cards. I’d love to see wreath when you have coloured it ❤
Thank you, Julie! You are sweet 🙂
It’s gorgeous Kathy! A lovely card!
Xoxo Olga
Thank you so much, Olga! You are the best 🙂
I love your coloring. The flowers are so pretty!
That is kind, Catherine! Thank you 🙂
So elegant and pretty!
Thanks, Jean! I appreciate it 🙂
The florals are such pretty colours, beautiful work.
You are thoughtful, Jenny! Thank you 🙂
This is so pretty–love the colors.
Thank you, Sue! I and so happy that you like my color choices 🙂
This is such a gorgeous set from Honey Bee and, as always, your no-line coloring is amazing!
Awww, Cyndi, you are so kind! You make me smile 🙂
Glad to see you in this hop, Kathy! As always, your card looks gorgeous with your perfect coloring!
Linda, you are the best! You make my heart smile 🙂
I always get so much inspiration from your cards – awesome coloring:)
Dee, that means the world to me! You are so kind 🙂
The coloring is beautiful. Lovely card.
Thanks, Kit! I appreciate it 🙂
This is beautiful!
I am thrilled that you like it, Connie! Thank you 🙂
Stunning and color rich florals, wow
So sweet of you to say so, Jessica! Thanks 🙂
Wow! Gorgeous coloring, as always!! <3
Thank you, Karthika! You made my day 🙂
The coloring on this is just amazing. It looks like you could just touch and smell them.
You are so sweet, Mel! That means a lot to me 🙂
Absolutely gorgeous! Your coloring is amazing!
Thanks, Brenda! You are so very kind 🙂
Wow! I love how you added pencil to your watercolor. The card is so vibrant.
That means a lot to me, Kathleen! Thank you 🙂
Love that card! Honey Bee is awesome!
You are so thoughtful, Bev! Thanks 🙂
A beautiful work of art!
Very sweet of you, Jean! Thank you 🙂
Love your cards! Beautiful colors!
Thank you, Brenda! I am thrilled that you like my color choices 🙂
Gorgeous coloring! Any mom would love to receive this beautiful card.
What a sweet comment, Amy! You make my heart smile 🙂