Jeremiah 32:17 Word Art Wednesday Card

Hi There! 

I'm back once again for another Word Art Wednesday.  I'm so glad to have had the respite of crafting a card this weekend.  This week has been very busy for me and feels like it's been so long already.  I've been spending about 4hrs. a day studying for a business course that I'm taking.   I'll be working 2 days this week at my daughter's school substitute teaching, and therefore I'm trying to quickly finish reading "To Kill a Mockingbird" to prepare.   I feel worn out already... but what seems hard for me in my own strength is never too hard for my God!  I'm so grateful for the reminder this week's word art has been to me.  I'm constantly in need of being reminded of the promises of God and who God is.   

The word art for this week is taken from Jer. 32:17. 

Here is my design:

Still feeling the inspiration of my last post,  I chose to use the same paper line and color scheme.  I even did some of the same watercolor splatters.  I printed the verse onto vellum and just adhered at the end using the ric rac.  Lastly, I added a few embellishments and I was done.  

I'd love to have you join in the challenge at Word Art Wednesday.  You are not required to use the word art to play along, but we love it when you do!  The challenge is always "anything goes", so your creative options are endless. 

A special shout out to my crafty friend Esther, who made the little yellow crochet hearts that are in my pics.  She mailed them out to me last week and I can't wait to create with them.  Stop by her blog, "Shoregirl's Creations" here,  she is currently offering some cute free printables of which I also can't wait to make use of. 

Thanks for stopping by today, 

Blessings,

Starry Night Card for Word Art Wednesday #240-241

Welcome back! 

I'm checking in today to share my latest Word Art Wednesday design with you all.  Thank you all for your interest in Word Art Wednesday.  Your sweet comments are so encouraging and are a reminder of why I do this.  May Word Art Wednesday continue to be for His Glory! 

Isn't it really all about Him, not just Word Art Wednesday, but life as a whole?! 

That brings me to our current challenge.  The chosen verse is Ps. 8:3-4

This verse speaks of the contrast between who God is and who man is.  When we really stop to consider that Holy God created every single atom in the vast universe by just the power of His word!  In light of how awesome God is, we are nothings.  This thought should both humble us and encourage us as well.   We have a God who does not need us, yet is mindful of us.  God desires a relationship with each one of us and in His wisdom has made a way for us to have that relationship with Him.  He sent His son to earth, to live a perfect sinless life, and to die on the cross to pay the penalty for our sins.  Jesus then rose from the dead on the 3rd day and is now in heaven making intercession for the saints (his followers).  

To have this relationship with God all you must do is repent of your sins, and trust completely in Christ's finished work on the cross.  I praise God that He chose to be "mindful" of us!  

  To make this card I used Pennelli watercolors on Canson watercolor paper.  I then adhered lots of glass glitter,  clear confetti, and iridescent sequins.  All to give my card that "Starry Night" look.  I can't say this card turned out the way I had envisioned in my mind.  I'm still working on my watercolor skills.  :P  What matters is that I did my best and that I'm committed to improving my craft.  

I invite you to join the challenge at Word Art Wednesday.  It's "anything goes".  You are not required to use the verse, but we love it when you do!  I can't wait to see all of your creations. 

Blessings,

Resist Technique, Watercolor Happy Birthday Card

Hi, Y'all ! 

I just thought I stop in on this beautiful day to share my latest happy birthday watercolor card with you.  I told you I'm in love with this technique!  I hope you all won't grow tired of me sharing these watercolor cards with you.  

This time, I thought I would try out my new Molotow resist pen.  Let me just say "fun, fun" !  The possibilities with this technique are endless. 

Here is the card I made using this watercolor resist technique.

I used the Molotow resist pen to write the words "happy birthday" onto watercolor paper.  Next, I watercolor painted over the words.  Once the paint has dried, just erase the resist fluid, and what you're left with is this! 

I embellished my birthday card with some machine stitching, a few sequins in coordinating colors, and a hand folded paper star. 

I hope this inspires you to get out of your crafty comfort zone and try something new.  I'm so glad that I tried this watercolor resist technique, I love it!  I'm overflowing with new ideas using this technique. 

What about you?  Is there a new technique that you've recently given a try?  Did you like it?  Leave a comment and share your experience, I'd love to know all about it. 

Blessings,

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I'm playing along here,
Curtain Call Simplicity Challenge ( The script on my card seemed to fit this week's theme)