Retro Rubber Challenge #223 Winter Blues

Over at Retro Rubber this time their Challenge #223 is all about blues. The truth is, I'm not really good at using the color blue and I don't really know why. I guess we all have colors that we're more comfortable with and others that prove more of a challenge. Such it is with blue for me, but that's what makes a challenge good.

For my blues, I chose to use the Stampin' Up Set from 2015 called Petal Potpourri. It's one of my favorites, especially this flower. I like it because it's a little rustic, and it has the coordinating center that gives each flower a finished look.

In order to pull off using multiple blues, I did some double dipping with my ink pads, starting with the lighter colors first then adding darker ones around the edges. 

Here's my complete supply list:

• Stampin' Up! Petal Potpourri (2015)
  
• SU! Marina Mist Ink
• SU! Blueberry Bushel Ink
• SU!Seaside Spray Ink
• SU! Balmy Blue Ink & Card Stock
• Memento Danube Blue Ink
• Memento Paris Dusk Ink
• Meemnto Nautical Blue Ink
• SU! Crushed Curry Ink
• Authentique Freedom-Virtue Patterned Paper
• Die from Recollections (Michaels)
• Sentiment from Pockful of Happiness
• Clear Rhinestones (Michaels)

Once again I'm thankful to have been stretched in my craft room. It felt good to drag out so many blue inks and create something that I would have never made on my own. If you get a chance be sure to check out Retro Rubber this week or any other for a lot of fun challenges! And thanks for stopping by today!

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