Thursday, October 9, 2014

VIDEO: Snowy Copic Background + a GIVEAWAY

Hello! Today I have a video for you featuring the newly released Merriest Wishes stamp set.

In the video, I go over the color combinations I used and how I colored this sweet little scene. I am not a Copic expert, but I share a few of my tips and tricks for achieving some depth and easy effects, including how to create that snowy background. I just love how it resembles watercolor, but is actually achieved using a Copic marker and some Colorless Blender Solution.

Watch above or in HD at YouTube

Giveaway Alert

I've got an extra Merriest Wishes stamp set up for grabs! Would you like to win it? Just leave a comment below by 11:59 p.m. EST Monday, October 13, 2014 to enter. I'll pick one random winner from all comments.

I hope you enjoyed today's video. Good luck, and thanks so much for stopping by!

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96 comments:

  1. Terry D.October 9, 2014 at 11:46 AM

    I LOVE your card !!!! I can almost hear the little elf laugh ! It really came alive for me. Thanks for sharing your talent. God Bless.

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  2. Emily HOctober 9, 2014 at 11:55 AM

    YeeSs!!! I would love t win!!!

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  3. YukiOctober 9, 2014 at 11:59 AM

    Beautiful card! Your coloring is amazing! And thanks for the chance to win a set! :)

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  4. Shelly RasskeOctober 9, 2014 at 12:01 PM

    Your card is beautiful, thank you for sharing!

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  5. Kristie GouletOctober 9, 2014 at 12:02 PM

    Such an adorable stamp set and colored amazingly well! Thank you for the video!

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  6. AnonymousOctober 9, 2014 at 12:05 PM

    Your coloring is amazing. I love this card. Thanks for sharing.

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  7. MagalyOctober 9, 2014 at 12:36 PM

    Woow your coloring is great! Lovely card

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  8. TonyaOctober 9, 2014 at 12:53 PM

    Such an adorable stamp set and a great video to go with it!!!

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  9. TanjaOctober 9, 2014 at 12:55 PM

    such an adorable card and of course I would love to win this beautiful stamp set

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  10. Pam T.October 9, 2014 at 12:58 PM

    Beautiful card! I just finished the online copic class and would love to try out what I've learned on this fun stamp set. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  11. KristenOctober 9, 2014 at 1:24 PM

    This is absolutely adorable! I love this card.

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  12. Amanda KorotkovaOctober 9, 2014 at 1:32 PM

    Thank you so much for this video, I'm always looking for ways to learn a bit more about copic coloring! Such a beautiful card.

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  13. ThordisOctober 9, 2014 at 2:25 PM

    Thanks for the video. it was a pleasure like always! Your card is adorable and so it this stamp set :)

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  14. maria_sddrthOctober 9, 2014 at 2:57 PM

    This is so cute! I really love this stamp!

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  15. cutiephinphinOctober 9, 2014 at 3:05 PM

    Love your coloring and love how you added the background and details. I like this stamp set. The elves are just adorable.

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  16. FabiolaOctober 9, 2014 at 3:14 PM

    adorable carte et adorable tampon, je suis fan, biz

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  17. NicoleOctober 9, 2014 at 3:20 PM

    What a super stamp set and I love your great coloring!!!

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  18. Mary-Anne VOctober 9, 2014 at 3:25 PM

    Beautiful background and just love this sweet and happy elf!

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  19. UnknownOctober 9, 2014 at 3:33 PM

    This little guy is adorable! And I love your coloring...very nice!

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  20. arlsmom aka LyndaOctober 9, 2014 at 3:42 PM

    Fabulous technique and great card!!! Thank you for the video!

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  21. UnknownOctober 9, 2014 at 3:46 PM

    I love stamps like this, grown up colouring! So relaxing.

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  22. conilOctober 9, 2014 at 3:49 PM

    Your amazing. You've taken ths sweet image and made it come alive with your incredible coloring.

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  23. Leigh PennerOctober 9, 2014 at 4:12 PM

    Such a sweet card! Thanks for the chance to win the stamp set! My Wplus9 order has been delivered and I'm going to go and pick it up in less than an hour..... can't wait to play with my new goodies!

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  24. Rubeena I.October 9, 2014 at 4:28 PM

    cute card!!!

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  25. I Card EveryoneOctober 9, 2014 at 4:28 PM

    You have awesome coloring skills, Dawn . . . who are the others you mentioned? Just kidding... do not underestimate yourself - you're incredible!
    =] Michele

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  26. RuthOctober 9, 2014 at 5:06 PM

    Love the stamp set and the card! I just received an order today and can't wait to try some of the new things. Sadly, I didn't order this set! Next time!

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  27. POctober 9, 2014 at 5:08 PM

    Thanks for sharing your techniques with us. This is such a cute image- I don't usually do 'cute' either but think I would enjoy coloring this little guy. ;D

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  28. Megan McDonaldOctober 9, 2014 at 5:18 PM

    I love this stamp set, great card

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  29. KarenOctober 9, 2014 at 5:20 PM

    Your coloring is amazing. I could sit and watch you color all day. Love these elfs, so cute.

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  30. 3 Happy CraftersOctober 9, 2014 at 5:24 PM

    Great watercolor look background with snow! It's so festive and the perfect setting for your cute elf. :)

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  31. Holly SaveurOctober 9, 2014 at 5:27 PM

    gorgeous background and such a sweet card!

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  32. Kathryn AOctober 9, 2014 at 5:44 PM

    Such a cute elf! Your son must be a real cutie, since your elf is modeled after him ;)

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  33. LynOctober 9, 2014 at 5:44 PM

    Your snowy background is awesome and yes I would love to have a chance to win this gorgeous set <3

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  34. UnknownOctober 9, 2014 at 5:45 PM

    Beautiful. Looks like a expert job of coloring to me

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  35. JudyOctober 9, 2014 at 6:05 PM

    What a fun card. Love that little elf. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win some great stamps.

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  36. MelOctober 9, 2014 at 6:21 PM

    Very cute card, and the technique is amazing. Thanks for sharing...Copics are still intimidating to me, but I'm learning!

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  37. Stephanie R/SOctober 9, 2014 at 6:28 PM

    Oh such a cute card and stamp I definitely want that stamp in my life lol wonderful technique for the snow

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  38. SusiOctober 9, 2014 at 6:49 PM

    What a super fun card, gorgeously coloured! I've always been intimidated by Copics (there are some AMAZING crafters out there who do an amazing job - I don't stand a chance! LOL). But your video had some good tips and I just may give colouring a try again. Thanks!

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  39. craftylady1952@gmail.comOctober 9, 2014 at 7:26 PM

    What a cute little elf image. I love him! Just a very adorable card.

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  40. joyOctober 9, 2014 at 7:29 PM

    Adorable little elf and I love your coloring style! Thanks for the video and for the chance to win!

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  41. Janet's JoyOctober 9, 2014 at 7:40 PM

    I would I would...lol!! Adorable image and card!!

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  42. PamOctober 9, 2014 at 7:50 PM

    This is adorable!

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  43. ScrapaDiddleOctober 9, 2014 at 7:54 PM

    Love that cute little elf!

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  44. JamieOctober 9, 2014 at 9:04 PM

    Yes indeed I would love to win this stamp set! It's adorable! Thank you for the chance:)

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  45. Karen SteinOctober 9, 2014 at 9:08 PM

    You make everything look so easy. How cute that you had a homegrown model for this! Thanks for all the chances to win!

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  46. UnknownOctober 9, 2014 at 9:18 PM

    Great card, great video.

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  47. BezzackOctober 9, 2014 at 9:22 PM

    Gorgeous little elf. Talented copic coloring. Love the card.

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  48. Teresa DoyleOctober 9, 2014 at 10:24 PM

    First of all, your copic colouring is as good as ANY I've seen and secondly your card is absolutely adorable!

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  49. UnknownOctober 9, 2014 at 10:42 PM

    Wonderful video on how you made that adorable image come to life!

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  50. Christine R.October 9, 2014 at 11:09 PM

    Such a cute set! What an adorable card!

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  51. ValOctober 9, 2014 at 11:30 PM

    That is an awesome card...so lifelike! Thanks for the awesome video as well.

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  52. KathyOctober 9, 2014 at 11:44 PM

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  53. KathyOctober 9, 2014 at 11:45 PM

    I usually don't enter giveaways but, these little guys have won me over. Thanks for always inspiring Dawn!! :)

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  54. Helen GullettOctober 10, 2014 at 12:00 AM

    This elf is so super cute!!!! Your copic snow bsckground is amazingly gorgeous! Thanks for a chance to win this cute stamp set :)

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  55. BarbOctober 10, 2014 at 1:26 AM

    Adorable card, Dawn! That elf is the CUTEST and I love, love, love your amazing background!

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  56. Shona ChambersOctober 10, 2014 at 3:12 AM

    You've coloured this so beautifully and it really does look like its snowing. Just adorable!! And thanks so much for the chance to win!!

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  57. Rema DeLeeuwOctober 10, 2014 at 4:00 AM

    Awesome image and coloring!

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  58. ColleenOctober 10, 2014 at 4:17 AM

    Dawn this is amazing! I enjoy all your videos and this little elf is the cutest ever! I loved seeing you do the background, what a great technique!

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  59. Lisa's Creative NicheOctober 10, 2014 at 6:28 AM

    Oh wow, what a fabulous card! Love these little elves!!! Fabulous!

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  60. loulouOctober 10, 2014 at 7:43 AM

    What a cutie. Great copic colouring. I love that background technique.

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  61. Ina GoodOctober 10, 2014 at 8:07 AM

    love your card coloring and the elf image!

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  62. Realia MazingOctober 10, 2014 at 9:42 AM

    i love that card you created!! I'm going to try to make all of my xmas cards this year so I love getting new ideas!!

    Daniellex at gmail dot com

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  63. Robin CooperOctober 10, 2014 at 12:36 PM

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  64. Robin CooperOctober 10, 2014 at 12:50 PM

    Love your new illustration! Beautiful card! Thanks for sharing your paper you use. I'll have to give it a try!

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  65. MarianneOctober 10, 2014 at 4:25 PM

    Just gorgeous and I love the way you added your background.

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  66. Patricia SwaglerOctober 10, 2014 at 5:27 PM

    I love your card and the stamp stamp is adorable! Your coloring is amazing. Thank you for the chance to win that darling stamp set.

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  67. Pam SparksOctober 10, 2014 at 6:04 PM

    YES! I'd love to win this adorable stamp set! Gorgeous coloring!

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  68. UnknownOctober 10, 2014 at 7:04 PM

    Wow I am really excited about stamping more now.

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  69. Diane K. from central IowaOctober 10, 2014 at 7:16 PM

    I really appreciate how you show us to make our Christmas cards in something other than "traditional" colors. I just ordered everything I needed EXCEPT this stamp set! Would LOVE to win it here!

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  70. KatieOctober 10, 2014 at 9:02 PM

    Such a cute card!! And I love the sentiments in the set too! Great job! Thanks for the giveaway. :)

    Katie B.

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  71. MarybethOctober 10, 2014 at 11:38 PM

    It's adorable! I love the traditionalChristmas colors! Off to see the video.

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  72. Bobbie BluegillOctober 10, 2014 at 11:56 PM

    Thanx for great video. Using dove gray cardstock with watercolor paper makes such good sense.

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  73. ClaireOctober 11, 2014 at 12:55 AM

    That really is the cutest Christmas set I've ever seen - love how you've done the snowy background!

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  74. cindym4378October 11, 2014 at 1:06 AM

    thanx, dawn, for the great explianationof the altered copic background!

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  75. LindaOctober 11, 2014 at 10:50 AM

    This card is so cute and your coloring is outstanding. Thanks for sharing.

    Linda D.

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  76. Linda SodanoOctober 11, 2014 at 11:34 AM

    Great video! Love the technique you used for the snowy sky!

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  77. Indy's DesignsOctober 11, 2014 at 11:47 AM

    Wow! What a fabulous stamp set!

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  78. Jo Ann DanchikOctober 11, 2014 at 2:09 PM

    What a cute stamp set and card. I have the wink of stella in many colors as well but always seem to use the clear. Time to break them out!

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  79. CristyOctober 11, 2014 at 4:18 PM

    This is an adorable card! It reminds me of the elf on the shelf!

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  80. FranOctober 11, 2014 at 4:22 PM

    Beautiful card! Thanks for sharing your tips!

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  81. UnknownOctober 11, 2014 at 7:49 PM

    Wonderful release this month. I'd love to win this stamp set. Thanks for the chance!

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  82. AnonymousOctober 12, 2014 at 4:11 AM

    Another gorgeous design and great video, thanks so much for sharing!

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  83. Becca CrugerOctober 12, 2014 at 9:09 AM

    How wintry and fabulous! Thanks for sharing your technique and for leaving such kind comments on my blog.

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  84. Marsha SOctober 12, 2014 at 10:43 AM

    This stamp set is adorable! What a great card! Thanks for the tips.

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  85. FleursbydesignOctober 12, 2014 at 4:28 PM

    So cute! Love the card you made :)

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  86. UnknownOctober 12, 2014 at 5:10 PM

    very cute stamp and fantastic coloring!

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  87. AnonymousOctober 12, 2014 at 6:49 PM

    Fantastic video tutorial, thanks so much for the tips! Annette P.

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  88. deb cOctober 12, 2014 at 9:44 PM

    This stamp set is just adorable! I just adore the card! Thanks for sharing!

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  89. Marisol BenitezOctober 12, 2014 at 10:22 PM

    Adords!

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  90. Joyce McIntoshOctober 12, 2014 at 11:38 PM

    Great new release! I love the cute little elf.

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  91. Sue VanDeVusseOctober 13, 2014 at 4:51 AM

    Such a cute stamp set and your card is so cool! I love that background and that adorable elf. Thanks for the tutorial.

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  92. PattyOctober 13, 2014 at 11:40 AM

    Thanks for the colouring tips. Very cute card...thanks for the chance to win the stamp set!

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  93. MimOctober 13, 2014 at 4:07 PM

    thanks for sharing
    very cute stamp set

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  94. TerriOctober 13, 2014 at 7:08 PM

    Love the card, it's so cute. Love your video instructions as well.

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  95. UnknownOctober 13, 2014 at 9:34 PM

    Thank you for showing and teaching your techniques. My 7 year old and I enjoy them very much.

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  96. BeastybunnyOctober 16, 2014 at 10:40 AM

    What a fun sweet card! Love that little guy hanging off the top of the tree!

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