Jun 25 2008

ISC Leaf in Pond – Tutorial and Blog Candy

Published by zindorf at 5:47 am under Tutorials

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Ok, after an over whelming response I recreated this card so you can see how it was done.  :)   But, this also leaves me with two of the same card, so I’ll give one away here as blog candy.  If you would like a chance at getting it, please leave a comment on this post.  If you are getting this blog update by e-mail and you wish to comment, please click this link that will take you to my blog so you can comment for a chance to win this card http://zindorf.blogs.splitcoaststampers.com/2008/06/25/isc-leaf-in-pond-tutorial/

I’ll use a random number generator to pick a number on Friday morning.

The images used on this card are by Innovative Stamp Creations, Stamp Sheets “Summer Flair” and “Fall Leaves”.  Here is a link to their online store:

http://www.innovativestampcreations.com/ischomepage.html

Let’s get started on the tutorial.   :)

Supplies:

Stamps: Innovative Stamp Creations “Flair of Summer” & “Fall Leaves”
Paper:SU Whisper White, Old Olive & Taken with Teal
Ink: Adirondack Lettuce, Stream & Pool
Accessories:Prismacolor Markers, Versamark Marker and pad, Clear embossing powder, heat gun, Coluzzle Circle Template, Sponges, brayer

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Stamped Leaf image on Whisper White card stock by first loading the stamp with Versamark and then Lettuce ink before stamping.

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Heat embossed image using clear embossing powder and a heat gun.

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Colored in the open area of the leaf with a Prismacolor Chartreuse marker.

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Colored the leaf with a Prismacolor Light Olive Green marker leaving some of the leaf points light green.

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Colored over the entire image with a Versamark Marker and heat embossed using clear embossing powder and a heat gun.

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Stamped half of the grasses image by loading only part of the stamp with Versamark and then lettuce ink before stamping.

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Heat embossed grasses using clear embossing powder and a heat gun.

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Brayered over the card stock with Pool ink.

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Cut various sizes of circle with a Coluzzle out of card stock to use as mask.

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Using the largest circle (3 5/8″) I held it in place as I sponged Stream ink around it.  I tried to have the darkest ink area right at the mask edge.

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Using a smaller circle (2.5″), I put it in the middle and sponged Stream ink around the outside edge of it.

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Using the smallest circle (2″), I put it in the middle and sponged Stream ink around the outside edge of it.

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I created a larger circle on the outside of the others by sponging Stream ink in the corners of the card stock.  You could use a larger circle mask for this step.

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Stamped the black grasses in the upper left corner by loading Basic Black ink on half of the stamp.

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To give the illusion of part of the leaf being under water I made a line between the dark green and the light green areas on the image with a White Gel pen.

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There you have it!  The finished cards all assembled, measuring 5.25″ x 5.25″.

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Hope your day is filled with peace and cool pond breezes.  :)

Until my next post . . . . . . . . .

Michelle

162 responses so far

162 Responses to “ISC Leaf in Pond – Tutorial and Blog Candy”

  1. Shelly P. says:

    I just love this card! It is so beautiful, as is all of your work. I love checking your blog everyday to see what you have created!

  2. Debie says:

    This is beautiful Michelle! Circles and leaves. If you placed those supplies in front of me I surely would not have come up with such a creation. Thanks for sharing.

  3. Phree says:

    Thanks for this tutorial – I love that card!

  4. Nancy Tuttens says:

    HI Michelle:
    Thank you for preparing the tutorial for this card. It’s just amazing the creativity that you have and the lovely cards that you make. Every morning, the first thing I do is go to your website to see your new creation. Thanks again for sharing all your talent and wonderful techniques with us!

  5. Linda Collins says:

    Michelle,
    Another beautiful card, I am always stunned by the complexity and yet simplicity of your cards. When you break it down for us I think wow that was so simple but when I look at the finished project I think oh my goodness I could never do that it must be so complicated. Thank you for taking the time to recreate the card for all of your fans.
    Linda

  6. Kathy says:

    Thank you for showing us the process of how you made this, and for giving us a chance to win this beautiful card! Thanks also for the dimensions of the circles you used to create ripples. I just love this one…it’s so pretty!

  7. karen m says:

    Michelle,
    Thank you for the tutorial on this card. It is truly amazing how you created this beautiful card. the way the leaf appears to float on a pond and how you created it using the cirlcles, well I just love it… and hope to try your tutorial in the future. Thank you again.
    Blessings…
    karen m.

  8. Chelle says:

    ooooh. I’d love a chance to display this pretty card in my house!

  9. Becky says:

    every day I am amazed at your talent, opening my email and seeing one of your new creations, is like Christmas every morning :) .

  10. Michelle B (JustPaintingAround) says:

    Thanks for taking the extra time to write this one up. It is soooo beautiful. Thanks also for the blog candy chance. And I hope I win!!!!

  11. Tamara says:

    Thank You ! ! !

  12. Alison Snow says:

    Michelle, you have such a way of thinking outside the box with your creations…truly a talent and a gift.

    Thanks for sharing and I would be so happy to be the recipient of this beautiful work of art!

    Alison

  13. Phyllis Gunn says:

    In the first couple of stages of creating the leaf, I thought, aaoooohhh Michelle made a boo boo. Then I saw the effect you were going for to make the leaf look as if it were partially submerged…..WOW. Appreciate you doing the tutorial and the opportunity to have an original Zindorf to show off!

    P.S. I got a shell stamp and don’t know what to do with it. Maybe one week you could do shells????? Whatever you do, we’ll love it.

  14. yvonne w. says:

    I love the card and also love the chance to win the card:)!!

  15. Sarah says:

    I have you in my blogger reader and enjoy your posts but have never left you a comment. Your work is awesome and I would love to see this card up close and personal!!

  16. Nicole Steele says:

    To have a Zindorf original would be awesome! Your creativity in using your tools and supplies is so inspiring. And I thank you so much for posting your tutorials and creations. I know much time goes into that and I want you to know it’s deeply appreciated and admired.

  17. Beth says:

    Who is better than you? Nobody!!!! Thanks for the great tutorial.

  18. Alyssa says:

    Wow! Beautiful card! :o ) Thanks for posting the tutorial!

  19. Judy H says:

    Beautiful, beautiful card! Your techniques and tutorials are awesome. Thank you for sharing with us.

  20. Lori says:

    You make this all look so easy!!!! Thanks for another inspiring tutorial!

  21. What a beautiful card! :D

  22. Susan Daly says:

    Thank you for the tutorial!!! I love your work!!!

  23. Heather B says:

    Just wanted to pop in and thank you for the time you put into your tutorials. I am amazed that you do this for us with every card! A SUPER BIG THANKS! I would LOVE to win this card. :)
    Thanks for the chance!
    Heather B.

  24. Lisa Foster says:

    Thank you so much for recreating that most beautiful card! I LOVE the rings of water…you are SO amazing!
    Thanks also for the chance to win it! I’d LOVE to have it!

  25. Carole says:

    Thanks so much Michelle for all your tutorials. All your cards are very beautiful!

  26. Laurie Helgason says:

    I wondered what happened when I saw yesterdays card.
    Although I didn’t request the tutorial, it is always interesting to watch how you develop your card.
    I still can’t get over how you can stamp an image in the middle of the paper and create the design around that image.

  27. sandyh50 says:

    Wonderful tutorial again! I would love the chance to win a ZINDORF original!

  28. Carol says:

    Michelle, this card is incredible! It gives me the feeling of water rippling all around the leaf as it gently falls into the pond! I love how you can visualize something and transfer it to ink on paper. What’s even more fabulous is how you share your knowledge with us so we can create something like this too! I never thought I’d be able to stamp Zindorf style, but you’ve enabled me to try it through these great tutorials! I’d really be honored to win one of your fabulous cards, so I’m throwing my name into the mix. Great prize!! TFS all you do!!!

  29. Tonniece says:

    Thanks for the tutorial Michelle.
    Love, Love, Love your cards, so do the relatives BUT IT”S “HANDS OFF”. LOL

  30. Dawn Frost says:

    Your card is gorgeous as usual! What is truly amazing is that you share your techniques and experience with us so we can create the same amazing cards. Thank you so much.

  31. Kari says:

    Your leaf cards are really beautiful as are all of your other creations. Funny how we all seem to think of leaves as a fall card.. I would love to have an original Zindorf card. Thanks for sharing.

  32. Niki Winchell says:

    Michelle,
    Your cards are so lovely, and it’s so generous of you to share your talent in the tutorials. I’d love to have a sample in hand.

    Thanks,
    Niki

  33. KALYBER says:

    OMG this is wonderful. I love the ripple and the tutorial makes it so clear. Thanks for the inspiration.

  34. 2stampis2b says:

    Oh yeah, who wouldn’t love to have their hot little hands on one of your creations! Beautiful! And thanks for sharing!

  35. Eileen McClean says:

    Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent and creative ideas. You make it look so simple and your directions are so easy to follow. Thanks
    Eileen

  36. Sharon in NE says:

    Oh yes!! One of your cards would be a wonderful prize! Thank you for the tutorial!!!!!

  37. MSBetsyZ says:

    Wow, I just choked on my coffee! LOL, Michelle, this is gorgeous! How didn’t I see it the other day??? I guess I was in a hurry….anyway, thanks for the tut, girl!

  38. Sue says:

    Good to see you back, and what a beautiful card!!

  39. Peggy says:

    Michelle- Your work is so beautiful, so fun, and so inspirational. Your tutorials are wonderful….I love the fact that I can do them with my limited resources. you can see my re-creations at my blog…. http://prdesigns.blogspot.com

  40. Wow, this is such a great technique, definitely one I’d like to try. Thanks for all the time you spend with these tutorials!

  41. Gidget-Trish says:

    Love it! I love the way your image makes it appear that the leaf just fell into the water and the water circles are radiating around it. Great job! Thanks again. :)
    Trish

  42. Veee (vlstrs) says:

    I was so sure that you wouldn’t get back to do a tutorial for this card I reverse engineered it for myself this morning. I should have read your blog first! I didn’t do it your way but I think it came out OK. If anyones wants to see the instructions for how I made mine they are in my SCS gallery. Is it OK if I put in this link?http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/958590?cat=500&ppuser=10233

  43. Annie says:

    Michelle – Thank you so much for the tutorial. Now I can make water rings too (although they won’t be as beautiful as yours…lol) to impress my friends and relatives. It is so pretty. have a great day!

  44. Wow Michelle! Everytime I open up your emails it another extraordinary work of art!!! Thanks so much for sharing with your tutorials – I’m practicing! Thanks again.

    grace

  45. a. Allard says:

    Chere Mme Zindorf,
    Un gros merci encore une fois! Vos explications sont toujour claires et faciles a comprendre. Carte superbe!

  46. Sharon W says:

    Please pick me………………PLEASE!!
    Thanks for the chance at the blog candy!! You Rock!!

  47. Bessey says:

    Thanks for the tutorial Michelle. Would love to have the card. When I looked at the card, it never dawn on me, the circles where done the way they were. You are soooo
    good. Have a nice day.

  48. Janine says:

    You make it look so easy and yes I would love to see it in the flesh.

  49. Diana says:

    Oh pick me, pick me…what a wonderful oportunity to have a Zindorff original.

    Thanks for the tutorials on all your beautiful work.

  50. Billie says:

    I am happy you took the time, this is a true beauty. Thanks for the blog candy opportunity…..

  51. Maureen says:

    Thank you so much for making the tutorial…I just did my first Zindorf tutorial last night (after seeing what y’all did with Karen Barber!) Then – I got a little stuck on the second card I tried recreating – I am not so good with that dang roller – YET! LOL I have a feeling I am going to going through a LOT of whisper white while I figure it out! I will be posting these cards – well one good card and a lousy attempt at a second!

    You are a true blue artist – and I appreciate the fact that you share your talents with those of us who aren’t but can fake it pretty well!! LOL
    Maureen

    http://moreofreenscreations.blogspot.com

  52. Marilyn says:

    This is a beautiful card and tank you for taking the time to do the tutorial for us. I would be honored to win one of your cards

  53. jamie schnirch says:

    I love this card! It’s lovely and I hope I win it! :-)
    Thanks, Jamie

  54. Ann says:

    this is so beautiful. You are such a talented artist. Its really cool that you give the instructions to each of your cards. I am trying to become a better stamper trying out of your techniques. Thanks for all of your hardwork.

  55. You are so amazing. Everytime I visit I leave with my jaw on the floor for at least 30 mins. after! lol:) WOW.. circles who knew! :)

    Thank you so much for sharing your amazing talent through your jaw dropping creations!

  56. Simply gorgeous. I’m pretty much at a loss for words whenever I look at your work. Maybe if I won this blog candy it would just keep me speechless for a while….I think my friends and family might like that.

  57. Eileen M says:

    Oh, I would love to have this card! You are so amazing and generous with your talent!
    Thank you, thank you for the chance to win, as well as for sharing your talent!

  58. Thank you! I appreciate you making another of this card so we could all watch you! And yes, I’m waving my hand wildly in the air hoping you’ll pick me to receive this card!! :D

  59. mnhyrkas says:

    No better blog prize than a Zindorf original! Thanks for the chance to win

  60. Roxanne Stevens says:

    TOO COOL! I love it and I’m going to try it this weekend.

    Thanks so much!

  61. LynneZ says:

    Michelle – This card is totally awesome – I just love everything about it. I would love to win it – I know that I would frame it – it’s that beautiful. Thank you for taking the time to write the wonderful tutorial – I think that I could really do this!

    LynneZ

  62. Amy McNulty says:

    Your work is truly beautiful and your tutorials are really well done. Now if only I could get my brayer to cooperate… :)

  63. Twyla says:

    WOW!!!! I would be so honored if I won the chance to recieve one of you cards. I absolutley love your style and technique. Thank you for sharing your “how to’s” now if I could only get the same results. I wish I was closer so we could get together.

    Twyla

  64. Karen says:

    Just brilliant, Michelle! I watch all your tutorials, being a scrapbooker and aspiring cardmaker, and am amazed at how you stop every step of the way to take a photograph–it’s very generous of you to teach us all your methods!

  65. Kathy says:

    great effect……..would love to win your card

    thanks

    Kathy L………

  66. Dayla says:

    I think of all your tutorials that I have seen, this is the card that I love the most. I think it is so relaxing and peaceful! Keep up the good work…I very much enjoy reading your blog everyday!!!

  67. Sandy says:

    I’m so glad you did the tutorial. I would never have guessed that’s what you did for the circles. It’s fabulous. I love the color combination.

  68. Nelda Deakins says:

    Oh this just intrigues me – can almost see the leaf making the ripples in actual water!
    So glad you shared this technique, as with all that you do share with us! I was one that requested you to share this tutorial, and thanks again so much. It’s a use for my never used set of acrylic circle templates from Evo! Thanks and I do so hope you make me the lucky recipient!
    Nelda in TN

  69. Rochelle says:

    The card is gorgeous and your blog is simply the best. Love and need the tutorials–thanks for sharing your talents.

  70. Kate says:

    Your work is amazing! Thank you for your tutorials. I would love to win this card.
    I never miss a day of reading your blog.
    Kate

  71. Linda Grady says:

    Love this blue shade – so pretty and it makes the leaf pop. Thanks for the easy to CASE directions.

  72. Jenny says:

    OK, so I am kinda new to the whole blogging experience, and have been waiting *patiently* for your next email/tutorial. I realize now that I should be checking your blog! Yikes! It is so amazing that you do this for your fans! Thank you!

  73. Wow you have so many comments to this card. As always it’s just beautiful. I looks like the leaf fell into water and caused ripples. I love the way you framed is as well. Beautiful card, and wonderful blog candy! Hope I have a chance to own a Michelle Zindorf original…
    Barb Hardeman
    barbiebeth@grandecom.net

  74. Marcia says:

    I have been told by several people that my cards are really beautiful. They obviously have not seen your work yet. You are truly an amazing artist, Michelle, and so generous to share your techniques with us. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Like everyone else, I would be thrilled to win this card.
    Marcia

  75. Denise Bryant says:

    Thanks for walking us through the steps for this card. I love looking at the step-by-step photos. It’s a beautiful card!
    Denise B

  76. diane cooper says:

    Wow…. ‘nuf said!
    Diane

  77. Kim says:

    Wow Michelle, I would feel so gifted to receive one of your cards. Each day I can’t wait to check my email to see what you have for us today. And each card/technique leaves me in owe. What a talented lady you are, my goal is to be able to complete one of your techniques. Since I haven’t come close to your gorgeous work I will keep trying. Thanks so much for sharing with us.

    Kim

  78. Lisa Schipritt says:

    Hello from Charlestown, RI…would I ever love to display a piece of your art in my home….I will keep my fingers crossed…keep up the beautiful work…Lisa

  79. Alyce Schwenn says:

    I am SO happy that I came across your blog last week. The step by step instructions with photos is wonderful. Love the card.

    Alyce

  80. Wendy Godsy says:

    Thanks for posting a tutorial for this card. I love your cards.

  81. Debbie DeBose says:

    Loved the card, the colors and your blog. I am new to the site, was given your name by a friend at work. I will be a frequent visitor from now on.

  82. Evelynn----Ks.stamper says:

    Thank You so much for posting this tutorial, I love , love , love this card. Thank you again.
    Evelynn

  83. Flybabymom says:

    Fabulous card! I hope I win! :)

  84. Kathy R says:

    This is so stunningly serene. Thanks for sharing the instructions and wonderful photos, and also for the chance to win this beautiful card.

  85. nancy littrell says:

    Wow……another awesome tutorial giving out the secret of your sponged and highlighted background. All your cards are just Stunningly WOW cards! TFS…I must try soon…Nancy

  86. mary R. says:

    Great card! Thanks for the step by step!

  87. Gracieand fredsgram says:

    OOOOOhhhhhh, I hope I win this card. It is beautiful! Thanks for taking the time to do the tutorial.

  88. Peggy says:

    Hi, would LOVE to win this card! Thanks for another incredible gift–your amazing talent! God Bless you, Peggy

  89. Caterina says:

    Once again another beautiful card – love your work and thanks so much for sharing how you did it.

  90. Christine says:

    so beautiful, I love the way the leaf is partially floating on water. Thanks for the technique tips on creating these illusions. Keep them comming.

  91. Faith W. says:

    Gorgeous card again Michelle. Thanks for sharing your talent with us and a change to win your blog candy. Your tutorials are fantastic.

  92. Erika H. says:

    This is just gorgeous. If I win this blog candy…this card is going to be framed on my wall…it is a beautiful piece of art.

  93. Sher says:

    Just BEAUtIFUL….. your cards are just gorgeous….

  94. Sandy J. says:

    Wow! What a treat it’d be to win this card! It’s so awesome! Thanks so much for the tutorial!

  95. Shelly Schmidt says:

    Awesome- you made a tutorial!!! Wahoo!!! I stamped today with my friend Nancy- we CASED your Threes Trees and birds card in Soft Sky and bayou Blue….your tutorials are so easy to follow- it is fabulous- looks like yours too! My husband is so impressed…..He usually does not comment on too many of my cards…… Anyway, THANK YOU so much for sharing your awesome talent and inspiring me to try new things in my stamping room (which is the kitchen table)!!!

  96. Andrea says:

    thanks for showing us how you made this card. Lovely

  97. Mona says:

    Your tutorials are perfect! I look forward to my emails now that I am signed up for your blog. This leaf one may be my favorite yet. I hope I win this card…then I could look forward to getting something beautiful in the mail instead of bills! LOL Thank you for sharing.

  98. Michelle Hoger/mitch47 says:

    I love your tutorials Michelle! I also love your work, and this card. It is so Zen-like, and tranquil even with the deep bright colors.

  99. Sue M says:

    Michelle your cards are brilliant and you create everything so effortlessly!! Thanks so much for the tutorial! Maybe one day I will be able to create something that will come half as close!!

  100. Janet Davidson says:

    Michelle..

    Your cards are absolutely gorgeous!! I appreciate your wonderful step x step directions..and to learn what products you use as well. You do a great job! Love every email update!!

  101. Elaine says:

    Wow! Your work is more than eye candy…it’s the whole box of chocolates! I’m so glad someone referred me to your tutorials…I’m in awe every day! Thank you for sharing!

  102. Connie Walsh says:

    I love the way you make the concentric circles for the water rings. This is a gorgeous card! Thanks for the tutorial.

  103. Larie says:

    You just keep blowing me away with your art work. I am working on the brayer but not near your level yet, although I am pretty good with the sponge. Thank you for your great tutorials. Larie

  104. Abby V says:

    I just discovered you through a blog I frequent, and can I just say….your style just blows me away! I am always on the lookout for a new technique to ooh and aah over and your past tutorials are just what I would love to play around with! Thank you for sharing such a wonderful style with many of us here on the internet! You have been a great inspiration!

  105. Gloria says:

    Thank you so much for the tutorial. The card is beautiful and I can’t wait to try making it. I noticed that you use the prisma color markers, do you like them better than the Copic? Thanks again for all the tutorials. Smiles–Gloria

  106. MollyK. Barry says:

    Gorgeous, as usual! Someday I’ll feel qualified and practiced enough to try your tutorials…..

  107. Susan Fitzpatrick says:

    What a lovely, peaceful card. Your work is wonderful!

  108. Marcie says:

    Michelle, Another amazing card. I love how you used the circles and masked them. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us.

  109. Ruth says:

    thanks michelle

  110. Suzanne Lameraux says:

    Holy smokes! This is one absolutely stunning card! All of your work is gorgeous…

    Thank you ever so much for sharing your artwork with the world.

    Hugs,
    Suz

  111. Heather Schlatter says:

    Michelle,
    I do love your work! I have passed your blog onto all my Stamper’s Club member’s and most of them check out your blog daily!

    I have one teensy request. Could you do a tutorial or two some time using an SU set? I started reading your blog when you did the Seedling tutorial, and I immeadiatly did that card. In fact I am going to teach your technique at my July Stampers club and we are going to do that card then.

    I love all your tutorials it is just I do not have any of those stamps and I have not gotten to do one of your tutorials since the last SU card you made a couple of months ago.

    I am sorry if this is to much to ask, I know you are probably very busy with all the design work you do and if it is just disregard my request! :-)

    I know I could do your tutorials if I went and bought the sets you are using and that is probably the point! he he he

    Heather Schlatter

  112. Ineke says:

    THANK YOU! love your tutorials !

  113. The stampimg barroness says:

    Fabulous! as usual. I look forward to your creations every morning. Have even tried a few. Not as good as yours, but your tutoring is great and I am improving.

    Thanks

  114. Lisa D. Atha says:

    Thanks Michelle, absolutely love it, and have to try it.

    Lisa

  115. DonnaD says:

    It’s 1am and I’can’t stop oooohhhing and ahhhhhing at you wonderful work. It I could I’d start working on one that tutorial right now, except I think I’m about to fall face first into my inks! I don’t have the SU inks, but maybe I can use what I have and they will work for me. I would love to have your card. Dont stop doing these tutorials, they are fabulous.

    Pick me! Pick me! LOL

    Donna

  116. Carole says:

    Oh I’m so glad that you did a tutorial for this card. I’m really loving all your leaves but this one is just mesmerizing!
    I always look forward to your tutorials because there are helping me see my stamps and supplies in a whole new way!
    Keep ‘em coming!
    Carole

  117. Kelly says:

    Thanks for all of the inspiration. I would love to win the card! I get so many great ideas from reading your blog emails. :)

  118. cheryl says:

    Oh what a glorious day it would be to hold one of your cards in the palm of my hands!
    Nope, not Shakespeare ……..ME

  119. nancyruth says:

    fabulous as can be Michelle. YOU ROCK!

  120. Kathee says:

    Thank you so much for taking the time to re-create this beautiful card! Your work has inspired me to try my stamping in whole new ways! Thanks you for sharing your talent so graciously with us!

  121. DeanneSM says:

    Gorgeous, as always Michelle. I am so glad you decided to do a tutorial for this one. I love the look of the leaf “in” the water. Fabb!!!!

    Deanne
    xx

  122. LoriT says:

    I just love to check for your emails/blog updates! You have such a unique and creative style. It is inspiring to see other ways to use my stamps and tools.
    Thanks for a chance to win!

  123. Marliese says:

    Michelle, thank you for the tutorial. I look forward to checking your website every morning to see what awesome creation you’ve come up with. I’ve never been disappointed. Each one is beautiful.

  124. Lisa says:

    Beautiful card, Michelle! Another great tutorial!!

  125. rhonda says:

    Michelle, Your techniques and creativity are amazing. Your cards come from within you and I am able to actually see the water and the leaf floating gracefully on it. Truly artistic work!

  126. Gorgeous. I enjoy your tutorials and am a faithful lurker who enjoys your amazing work. Thanks.

  127. pam says:

    once again, stunning !!

  128. Peggy says:

    thanks so much for doing this. You knew we would not let you get off with a coment like “if” we want it..of course we did. Thanks for doing it. Your work is so great.

  129. Dawn Knight says:

    thank you so much for this tutorial!

  130. Kathy says:

    I really love your tutorials. All of your cards are beautiful. I would really feel honored if I won!

    Kathy

  131. Joan Hajek says:

    What a drop my jaw card! I love this!!!! I hope I win so I can touch it up close and personal!!!

    Joan

  132. Rae P. says:

    hi Michelle,
    I finally got the nerve to try doing one of your tutorials yesterday and oh my god, the card looks great !!! I so look forward to receiving your tutorials every day but I was very hesitant to try one because I thought it would be too complicated for me. But… I followed your instructions and the result was the beautiful card that I made! Your instructions are a breeze to follow. I am thrilled with my card and I’m on to the next one. Mmmm which tutuorial will it be today? Thank you so much for sharing your work of art with us and for the chance to win your card.

  133. kimberlee says:

    this card is awesome!!! Thanks so much for the tutorial!!!

  134. Donna says:

    Spectacular! I am new to your blog, and really love this tutorial. I am looking forward to receiving more of your blogs and hopefully I can try to re-create some of your wonderful cards. Thanks so much!

  135. doris says:

    great tutorial! sooooo impresive cards! love your blog!

  136. Janet Sisk says:

    I absolutely LOVE your cards. Thank you so much for sharing your techniques. Not everyone is so willing to share their talent. I would be honored to have one of your creations to inspire me. Thanks for a chance to receive your card.

  137. Becky says:

    Michele, You are amazing……did you know this about yourself ?? I would have never thought to do the 3 circles as a circle of water…..neatooooo. This has such lovely color combos and is truly a beautiful piece of art. You never cease to amaze me. I look forward to your tutorials every day. Thanks for sharing your talent. You must enjoy embossing like I do. I love love love doing it. Happy STamping !!! Becky

  138. Sankari says:

    Thank you so much for posting a tutorial for this card! I really love how you did it and am so amazed at your artistic and design skills. Thank you also for posting such clear directions with the tutorial – I know it must take so much time, so thank you so much. Its so refreshing to come onto your blog and sink into your creative process and look at your lovely cards. Best wishes to you,
    Sankari

  139. Jayne says:

    Michelle, you amaze me every day. Thank you for the inspiration.

  140. Sally McDonald says:

    My dream is to be able to make a card as awesome as this one and to have the actual card to inspire me would be beyond words. Thanks for the opportunity to have an original Zindorf creation! Thanks, Sally

  141. Kim McDonald says:

    I hope I win! I hope I win!! One of my fondest dreams is to have one of your creations in my grasp. Mahalo, Kim

  142. Mari says:

    I am always in awe of your creativity. Everything seems so simple and logical once you explain it (which you also do very well). The end result is always stunning. If I was on a desert isle I would take your blog with me! :D

  143. Marcia says:

    I love it!! Thank you so much Michelle! Getting your e-mail with something new every day is such a treat!!

  144. Bev Ochab says:

    Michelle,
    Your cards are always so fabulous!! I love looking at them
    and discovering the nuances of color and interesting
    layers…I LOVE YOUR ART!!!
    Bev

  145. sandyh says:

    michelle, another beautiful card! your technique is awe inspiring! i would love to have an original!!
    the nice thing is that i don’t HAVE to have the stamps, etc that you are using but can duplicate the technique with what i already have on hand. your instructions certainly have made me a better artist! i look forward to each new tutorial!
    thanks, sandyh

  146. Heather Fullerton says:

    I can imagine nothing more exciting than to actually have something made by my Goddess of the StampWorld. As usual this is a beautiful work of are. I keep thinking what more can she create and yet your brilliant mind keeps creating. You are indeed a genius artist.
    Retired Heather

  147. Francine says:

    I really can’t believe how amazing your work is. Every single card that you make is breath taking and exquisite. I am so greatful that you make tutorials for everyone to view. Your work has really made me think outside the box so thank you for that! Please keep up the amazing work you truly inspire so many of us!
    Francine DiCicco

  148. Kristie says:

    Wow, so many comments…but I shouldn’t be surprised, your tutorials are awesome and I really look forward to seeing what you’ve come up with next!
    BTW – did you know that you have a huge following in Australia…yep, we love you down under!

  149. Laurie says:

    Michelle, I do believe you are up for a tutorial sainthood award! The fact that you take all this time to share with us everyday, is amazing! But to think you would redo a card you were unable to photograph, there isn’t even a word to describe it! I would LOVE a Michelle original so would be happy happy for you to pick my random number!

    I do have a question. I have gone about buying more clear embossing powder to put into a container as you do. My concern is whether it is a problem to combine different brands of ep. I didn’t think about that until after I bought a large container of a different brand. Have you done this or do you know if it would be a problem? Thanks for the help.

  150. Olga says:

    Michelle-
    I love this cards, as all others you created.
    thank you, Olga

  151. Carolyn says:

    I love the whole theme of circle art, and you made this
    a card to behold with pride

  152. Paula says:

    Love it as usual! Thanks for all of your great ideas and inspiration.

  153. Linda says:

    WOW! This is just beautiful. A friend just showed me your site today and I must say that I love your designs. The colors and techniques are so very pretty. I’m looking forward to checking them all out.

  154. Billie says:

    YOUR a genious….wow wonderful

  155. Kheila says:

    WOW! You have done it yet again….created such a masterpiece and let us believe that we too can create something this gorgeous!!Your tutorial is just awesome and although I don’t have these same stamps, I am going to attempt this technique…thank you so much Michelle!

  156. Ter says:

    Serene and tranquil. It took my breathe away.

    Ter:)

  157. Georgia says:

    Wow your work just amazes me….I am new to blogging and was sent to your site by daughter in law…I just love this card…thank you for the opportunity to receive it.

  158. Michelle says:

    OH WOW!!! Your work gives me goosebumps….just GORGEOUS!!!!!! Thank you so much for sharing!

  159. Bobbie C says:

    Thank you for sharing your talents. I used a goldfish in my “pond”, you are amazing.

  160. Norma Evans says:

    Lovd the effect of the circles It appears as if the leaf is floating on water. Thanks!

  161. Tina says:

    My friend told me about your cards and I have to say that I have never seen anything like these. Your cards are incredible!! Thank you for sharing the instructions. I can’t wait to try the technique and see what things I can come up with.

  162. Barbara Phillips says:

    What a great looking card and a wonderful tutorial. Thanks, so much for sharing.

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