Water Colored Tropical Sunset Card | Honey Bee Stamps

As much as I don't want summer to come to an end, this card may be the last summer-themed one I create this year as I shift my focus to the upcoming seasons. Here’s how I brought this summer card to life using simple watercolors and creative embellishments.

CARD RECIPE

Palm Trees - Die Cuts: Lovely Layers Hammock dies 

Sentiment - Stamps: Sun Kissed Summer 

Coconuts - Rhinestones: Big Bling Rhinestones (no longer available)

Sun - Sweet Stacks: Circles Dies

Preparing the Die Cuts

I began by die-cutting all the elements from the Lovely Layers Hammock set. I used watercolor paper for these die cuts because it holds up well to water-based coloring. This set includes the palm trees and leaves—everything you need for a tropical scene.

Watercoloring the Die Cuts

Using simple watercolors, I painted the die cuts to bring them to life. For the palm leaves, I used varying shades of green to add depth and dimension. The trunks of the palm trees were colored in a rich, textured brown to mimic their natural appearance.

Creating the Sunset Background

To create the sunset background, I die-cut a circle from masking paper and used that to mask the area for the sun. I started by blending shades of yellow, orange, and red inks onto a piece of watercolor paper. The sun was softly painted with a blend of warm oranges and yellows, creating a glowing effect as it sets behind the palm trees. The bottom portion of the card was painted in a sandy beige, resembling a sun-kissed island.

Assembling the Scene

Once the background was ready and the die cuts were dry, it was time to assemble the card. I adhered the palm trees first, positioning them so that the sunset appeared between the leaves. The dimensional aspect of the palm trees was enhanced with foam tape, giving the card a three-dimensional feel.

Adding Rhinestone Coconuts

The most delightful part of this card was adding the coconuts! I used large rhinestones of different sizes to mimic the look of coconuts hanging from the palm trees. Using a brown Copic marker, I colored the rhinestones to achieve a natural coconut shade. Once dry, I adhered them to the palm trees, adding a fun and sparkling element to the card.

Finishing Touches

To complete the card, I added the sentiment "Sending warmest wishes" from the Sun Kissed Summer stamp set using Bee Creative Intense Black Ink. I stamped it directly onto the card beneath the palm trees, keeping the focus on the serene scene above. For a faux splatter look, I added some black dots to finish the background using a micron pen.

Whether you're sending this card as a vacation greeting or just to share a little sunshine, it's sure to bring a smile to the recipient's face.

I hope this project inspires you to create your own summer paradise on paper. Happy crafting!

Ilda 🌴

SUPPLIES

LL Hammock Dies Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Sunkissed Summer Stamps Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Sweet Stacks: Circles Dies Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS	Bee Creative Intense Black Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | SB | HBS
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Majestic Royal and Langnickel Brush Set Shop at: AMZ	Mijello Mission Gold Water Color Palette Set Shop at: SSS | AMZ	Micron Pens Shop at: SSS	Masking Paper Shop at: SSS | ALTN

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