EASY Watercolor Christmas Cards- Loose abstract Christmas Floral

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  • Опубліковано 3 лют 2025

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  • @sandicampbell8626
    @sandicampbell8626 Рік тому +13

    Hi! I am sooo happy to have run across this video of yours! I am 82 years young, new watercolor person, been discouraged lately & your video got me back to my painting area today. A big thank you i Love this method. I did the 1st one & am going to do the 2nd one after dinner. Love it & i am back thanks to you. I am letting my little girl inside PLAY once again! And this is coming from a perfectionist! I sooo needed this!😊

  • @jerrygill4828
    @jerrygill4828 3 роки тому +3

    Usually don’t like homemade Christmas cards...but I love these.

  • @annetaylor9625
    @annetaylor9625 Рік тому +1

    This is definitely different, but I actually really like it! I'm liking the looser look. It's kind of peaceful. Thank you!!

  • @robinhewitt
    @robinhewitt 3 роки тому +4

    You are crazy... and I love it! Thanks for pushing us out of our comfort zones.

  • @janierimer7371
    @janierimer7371 3 роки тому +1

    Love love this method. I am disabled-don’t have full functionality of my hands. So this will work for me!! You make me laugh, too, with your funny comments.

  • @GloriaJeanTrombetti
    @GloriaJeanTrombetti Місяць тому

    Love the “ be jiggy with it❤️”

  • @ninabee3004
    @ninabee3004 Рік тому

    Yesterday you popped up on my feed……I watched your videos and made your abstract Christmas Cards…I was so pleased with my results. Thank you, thank you, thank you x

  • @lizadivine3785
    @lizadivine3785 3 роки тому +2

    Ok I was in a major block and this just busted me out of it! Gonna go play!

  • @shelliecrow1083
    @shelliecrow1083 2 роки тому

    I am a beginner and you have taught me a lot. I love you as my teacher. Thank you...

  • @libellula3313
    @libellula3313 Місяць тому

    Im halfway through my pine tree cards but i want to try this now. I love the Smooshing!

  • @aliselle1
    @aliselle1 3 роки тому

    Un seul mot: MA-GNI-FIQUE! !!!! J'adore!
    merci pour la vidéo...
    Bonne journée

  • @brainangles
    @brainangles 3 роки тому

    Thanks. I enjoy hanging out watching you paint. Stay inspired!

  • @Jules4Hymn
    @Jules4Hymn 3 роки тому +11

    I loved the “destroying” part of painting along with you. When you said “isn’t this fun?”
    I said “yes!” I have always wanted to do the loose look and this was perfect to get that look.

  • @rmuller366
    @rmuller366 3 роки тому +8

    “You don’t know what you like until you try them all.” So very, very true. I’ve yet to land on an exact style, lol. Some piece are precision and some loose. Depends on the day. Thank you for sharing Ellen. You always make me smile. Blessings to you!

    • @uclapt
      @uclapt 3 роки тому +1

      I feel 100% the same way!

  • @Waif4us
    @Waif4us 3 роки тому +29

    Ellen I love that you did this! The think i always loved about WC is the looseness and so many others say thst, but we mostly pant what we see! I am going to be doing much more of this playful painting! Thank you for this push!

    • @ellencrimitrent
      @ellencrimitrent  3 роки тому +2

      You are so welcome!

    • @piratessalyx7871
      @piratessalyx7871 2 роки тому

      @@ellencrimitrentI just found your channel, been enjoying listening to your tutorials of watercolor. Although I am not painting along with you yet, I find myself listening to your soothing voice while I am doing other crafting currently. Beautiful work, its so magical! Thank you for these! Lucky people who get to come to your workshops!

  • @etnrllirb
    @etnrllirb 3 роки тому

    This is an excellent way to fix a disaster, it's amazing. Thank you.....

  • @wendyetherington7493
    @wendyetherington7493 2 роки тому +5

    Thanks sooo much, Ellen! I love that “ blurred” floral look and I’ve struggled with it. This technique makes way more sense to me than the others I’ve tried. I’m finally getting the results I want,

  • @debbiemartin9005
    @debbiemartin9005 Рік тому +1

    I just rewatched this one from last year. I just couldn’t watch you destroy it then, but this year I absolutely LOVE the look of it! Can’t wait to get started on this year’s cards! ❤🌲

  • @celineloeffler1909
    @celineloeffler1909 3 роки тому

    Ellen, you are a joy to listen to and paint with!!!

  • @sarah4264
    @sarah4264 3 роки тому +1

    I never really cared for loose paintings. I think, loose painting scared me. This would be a great transition to get your feet wet. You make it look so easy! Let's see...I have to try it.

  • @nicolaharvey4541
    @nicolaharvey4541 3 роки тому +3

    Ellen I laughed out loud when you said you were going to destroy it
    I love the look thanks

  • @TheGaelicShe
    @TheGaelicShe 2 роки тому

    Oh I know I will be using this technique to do Christmas Cactus!! Yay! Thanks again.

  • @sandysmith-lq9nx
    @sandysmith-lq9nx Рік тому

    Love the fun you have while painting

  • @janegeorge-john854
    @janegeorge-john854 Рік тому +1

    This is fabulous, what a great technique!

  • @helendowd5324
    @helendowd5324 3 роки тому +1

    This is lovely. Thanks for posting. (I kept obsessing over you putting your sleeve in the paint)

  • @sandicampbell8626
    @sandicampbell8626 Рік тому +1

    I would love to see more of these....Love this method😊

  • @t2terri
    @t2terri 3 місяці тому

    I luv it when you mess it up!😊

  • @paulcoventry1992
    @paulcoventry1992 2 роки тому

    Thanks Ellen, this is the water colour I love doing

  • @yes4yeshua
    @yes4yeshua 3 роки тому +4

    I just painted both and love them. Wish I could share. Thank you. Now on to cardinals and more snowmen. I love your videos.

  • @delynveaudry7261
    @delynveaudry7261 2 роки тому

    I must say when I first saw it last week, I thought it was awful!! Now, I can't stop, I love it👍🤗Thank you.

  • @DeborahBennett-d8v
    @DeborahBennett-d8v Рік тому

    Thanks. I love your loose painting for holiday cards.

  • @ellencrimitrent
    @ellencrimitrent  3 роки тому

    check out these super cute cards you can make ua-cam.com/video/aLviHuq1TEk/v-deo.html

  • @badbatdesigns
    @badbatdesigns 3 роки тому

    Beautiful fun techniques. Thank you!

  • @marshahostetler
    @marshahostetler 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Ellen! I love when you say I am going to destroy it and then that evil laugh! 😅. I love that you tell us to play that is why I love watching your videos. I hope one day I can be a patron but I am disabled and on a limited income. Love and Light to you!

  • @cece_h
    @cece_h 3 роки тому

    You’re pretty fun to hang out with. I’m terrible at loose watercolor but I think I could do think. I’m going to try anyway. Thanks for showing us this.

  • @christineharvey7167
    @christineharvey7167 Рік тому +1

    They look so lovely❤

  • @margretmartin7572
    @margretmartin7572 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful Ellen. I have watched this video a number of times. I really need to try! 💗

  • @kirsbeasley87
    @kirsbeasley87 3 роки тому +7

    I loved this video! It was like the adult version of what my six year old calls " just mixing colors". I'm so guilty of obsessing about every detail- I will be playing this video and trying this approach the next time I pull out my watercolors.

  • @uniqueartbybernadette
    @uniqueartbybernadette 2 роки тому

    Wow thanks so much. This is amazing. I can't wait to try out this technique x

  • @sbenjamin2555
    @sbenjamin2555 3 роки тому

    This was so refreshing! A different way to get a cool result. Like a mad scientist 🤣❤️🤣

  • @robinlancaster1345
    @robinlancaster1345 3 роки тому

    TOTALLY in love with this!

  • @franrico4176
    @franrico4176 Рік тому

    Love this! Looking forward to trying this!

  • @muffy1004
    @muffy1004 3 роки тому

    so pretty 🌸

  • @ElementalCrosses
    @ElementalCrosses Рік тому

    Gorgeous. Thank you!

  • @vickiweiss311
    @vickiweiss311 2 роки тому

    Lovin' those berries... gonna give it a whirl for this year's cards....I have about 32 to send ..so I guess I'll try and get one nice one done and have the rest printed 😉

  • @sarahwold4350
    @sarahwold4350 3 роки тому +2

    Wow...I've started my cards with a candle and bow and was trying to make the washed out look and somehow you gave it to me here! And now I can do it. Thank you so much.

  • @megatexification
    @megatexification Рік тому

    Love your sound effects,

  • @questioneverything2488
    @questioneverything2488 2 роки тому +1

    You are a messenger from heaven; you inspire me; you get me to believe in myself; the Manor that which you teach is simple and relaxing; please do more and more videos and believe that what you are doing is really appreciated; have a lovely day

  • @debbiegolding8657
    @debbiegolding8657 Рік тому

    you made me smile while experimenting

  • @brandihart2367
    @brandihart2367 Рік тому

    You make me laugh and LOVE this kind of loose painting!!! ❤😂

  • @LuanaCupcake
    @LuanaCupcake 3 роки тому

    Love the loose style of watercolor. These are stunning

  • @carolpetersen9834
    @carolpetersen9834 3 роки тому

    Thats really pretty.

  • @milliemcilvaine3031
    @milliemcilvaine3031 Рік тому

    Thank you. Mine came out really well.

  • @carefreedelight2355
    @carefreedelight2355 3 роки тому

    YES! It's terrific fun! Thank you..." Keep lifting it like a mop!" Love it!

  • @VickersConnie
    @VickersConnie 3 роки тому

    Wow!!! What fun !

  • @lindsaytarbox8574
    @lindsaytarbox8574 3 роки тому

    Excited to try this! Also, I just love your commentary so much. Can't tell you how many times I chuckled 😆

  • @jenniehowitt2571
    @jenniehowitt2571 Рік тому

    Very very cool! I’ll definitely try this- sooo much fun! Thank you for sharing.

  • @christinacutlass1694
    @christinacutlass1694 3 роки тому +1

    Such a lovely technique! Thank you!

    • @andersondickson910gmail
      @andersondickson910gmail 3 роки тому

      Hello please pardon me for intruding into your privacy I just want to know if you are a fan?

  • @maryarndt6618
    @maryarndt6618 3 роки тому +1

    You are so funny! I love watching you!
    And you are so good

  • @carolynmiller292
    @carolynmiller292 3 роки тому

    WOW, love it.

  • @virginiaabubakr1853
    @virginiaabubakr1853 3 роки тому +1

    What an amazing and talented watercolor teacher you are ! The way you teach us how to mix colors is so wonderful, especially for a beginner like me.
    Your warm personality and reassuring words have restored my attempts at watercolor. This has lifted my soul during these strange times.

  • @SuperRoxanne7
    @SuperRoxanne7 2 роки тому

    Love these! Thank you!

  • @daisyreduta6388
    @daisyreduta6388 3 роки тому +3

    I found this 3 days after Christmas and have so much fun watching this! Been trying to make a card for the holiday, gave up, and wish had found this sooner. I’ve been following you for months but holiday baking and cooking overwhelmed me. Thanks, Ellen, for making me want to try again to pick up my brush and have more fun. Have a happy New Year!

  • @leneprior1044
    @leneprior1044 3 роки тому

    You are such a sweet sharing person. Thank you

  • @judylusk809
    @judylusk809 Рік тому

    Lovely, thank you for sharing!

  • @dianadoyle7085
    @dianadoyle7085 Рік тому

    I Love abstract so much! Thanks for the inspiration and encouragement 🥰

  • @ReviewsAndMore9
    @ReviewsAndMore9 3 роки тому

    Love this. Will give it a try as have lots of watercolor paper languishing in a drawer. But will have to hunt for my paints.

  • @harpaint
    @harpaint 3 роки тому +6

    I added a little Christmas sparkle to mine by adding one drop of silver acrylic craft paint to the water puddle I used to wash over the flowers and leaves. It is very subtle and makes a nice card.

  • @karinevahofbauer5960
    @karinevahofbauer5960 3 роки тому +1

    Fantastic ..you are a very good teatcher for my. Ellen, your technic is
    great ❣💐👋🏻 thank you

  • @piaczka1
    @piaczka1 2 роки тому +1

    GORGEOUS! ❤️

  • @patriciabarba5255
    @patriciabarba5255 3 роки тому

    Tried this several times.
    FUN technique, I hope to master it for our Christmas cards.

  • @carolpetersen9834
    @carolpetersen9834 2 роки тому

    That is fantastic!
    I'm doing it.😍

  • @patvalenzuela5105
    @patvalenzuela5105 2 роки тому

    The holly was awesome .

  • @carolwieland2481
    @carolwieland2481 3 роки тому

    LOVE LOVE LOVE !!!!THANK YOU !!!!

  • @Mit3mouse
    @Mit3mouse 2 роки тому

    That is so cool! I’m going to try this tomorrow 😊

  • @janinedaw1097
    @janinedaw1097 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Ellen. I love your laid back, un worried approach to watercolour painting - you’ve motivated me to have a go myself - thank you!

  • @susancook1617
    @susancook1617 3 роки тому +1

    These are beautiful, thank you

    • @andersondickson910gmail
      @andersondickson910gmail 3 роки тому

      Hello please pardon me for intruding into your privacy I just want to know if you are a fan?

  • @tisaloewen7051
    @tisaloewen7051 3 роки тому +3

    I really like you- your chill vibe and your art and honestly I sort of can reproduce some of these. I appreciate these tutorials so much!

  • @andreahendron4217
    @andreahendron4217 2 роки тому

    I’m a beginner and this makes it so fun

  • @dawnkinster
    @dawnkinster 3 роки тому +2

    This is so fun! I'm going to do one myself, can't wait!

  • @luizalicelima1048
    @luizalicelima1048 2 роки тому

    So, I just tried your cards. I’m so proud! I’m a beginner

  • @normamiller2316
    @normamiller2316 2 роки тому

    Beautiful and delightful!! You inspire me! Thank you for sharing your talents

  • @marikareimer4411
    @marikareimer4411 3 роки тому

    I love how these turned out!! I've always wanted to do loose watercolour, but never could accomplish it. Now you've explained so easily how to obtain this wonderful look. Thank you so much for sharing your talents

  • @marjoriewright5808
    @marjoriewright5808 3 роки тому

    love these!!!!

  • @Valerieknitterhands
    @Valerieknitterhands 3 роки тому

    Hi Ellen I love watching you paint and your real time tutorials

    • @Valerieknitterhands
      @Valerieknitterhands 3 роки тому

      You have gotten me thru some tough times and I appreciate it so much thank you

  • @donnapurdy4035
    @donnapurdy4035 3 роки тому +3

    This is one of your coolest tutorials. Great idea! Thank you.

  • @carpeductumc
    @carpeductumc 3 роки тому

    This is awesome, I was cracking up but also paying serious attention to the not serious playing...inspiring! Thank you!

  • @maryforrester2241
    @maryforrester2241 3 роки тому +1

    Lovely.

    • @andersondickson910gmail
      @andersondickson910gmail 3 роки тому

      Hello please pardon me for intruding into your privacy I just want to know if you are a fanHello please pardon me for intruding into your privacy I just want to know if you are a fan?

  • @gerivassar4088
    @gerivassar4088 2 роки тому +3

    I love listening to you while I paint! I love your tutorials, they make me feel like it's not as hard as I thought 🙂

  • @luizalicelima1048
    @luizalicelima1048 3 роки тому +4

    Loved, loved, loved! But I was crunching my teeth when you “messed up” the paintings. Really fun, thank you!

  • @janicecosenza1812
    @janicecosenza1812 3 роки тому +7

    Oh Ellen. I just found you and I’m so happy I did. I’ve been doing acrylic fluid art for a year and a half and always loved watercolor. I’m so excited to get started. You’re such an amazing teacher. Thank you. ❤️. Xo

  • @patriciafowler9413
    @patriciafowler9413 Рік тому

    Love this!! ❤️

  • @kaybarrett8619
    @kaybarrett8619 2 роки тому

    Fantastic Lady!!!

  • @conniemesce4093
    @conniemesce4093 2 роки тому

    I have to start, love this❤

  • @sweetcurly28
    @sweetcurly28 3 роки тому

    I did it! I love love love it! Looks like a vintage Christmas card! I also did white dots to look like snow! Thanks for sharing and teaching us!

  • @BetsyH
    @BetsyH 3 роки тому +14

    I really like these cards. I am going to try this one.

  • @nancysteffen7902
    @nancysteffen7902 3 роки тому +4

    Absolutely love this!!!! No way you can make a mistake; this is my kind of painting!!! Thank you for the inspiration 🥰‼️

  • @Angie-pl3uw
    @Angie-pl3uw 3 роки тому

    Ellen, I love destruction function! Thank you. Those are Wow! Christmas cards for anyone to have.

  • @conniedecarolis3173
    @conniedecarolis3173 2 роки тому

    You know, you are absolutely right. It CAN be just that easy. Sometimes it is for me. The problem is, I am a person who must do everything the hard way lolol. But you are right.

  • @patriciajenkins3121
    @patriciajenkins3121 Місяць тому

    Lovely! Thank you!