Because this is for a rally at a benefit for a community health centre and because it's probably not a long shot to say that there will be predominantly male musicians, I wanted to soft-pedal pink, yellow and orange, and to concentrate on purple, blue, green and bronze with silver accents.
To the left, you can see how a couple hours later, the design is taking shape.
Decorated cases are difficult to photograph as the camera does not know where to focus; it's too sparkly and busy. Best photographed from a distance.
This is not finished. It needs to dry over night and then there are finishing touches and then several coats of gloss sealant.