Today is 2nd of the month so time for the Card Chain Challenge big reveal. This month 27 card makers took part and I sent my card to Gail in Norway. She is very special because she is one of the very dedicated people who keep this challenge running, thanks Gail.
From all the options this month I chose just one, the technique of faux stained glass. I love this technique and it is a while since I used it so I got stuck in. I chose this lovely daisy cover plate by Creative Expressions.
First I embossed a card panel with the die so I could colours the flowers using alcohol markers. Then I stacked 3 die cuts over the embossed and coloured panel and filled the spaces with glossy accents. This took a long time and a lot of glossy accents. It also took a very long time to dry, but once it was dry there was a wonderful shine. My top layer was cut from a dark grey/green card and I foiled the sentiment with my Scan N Cut machine. Finally I used a green/grey alcohol marker round the edges of the card so that the bright white of the layers was masked a bit.
I struggled with my photos because it was very dark, so I used my light box, which helped show the shine from the glossy accents, but not from the foiling.
What do you think? I hope you like it, I do. I was actually very pleased with this one.
LaVon sent me this wonderful card, thanks LaVon. She included a little packet of the cutest tiny hearts, they are so sweet, I have no doubt that they will find their way onto my cards. We also discovered that we have another hobby in common and have to contend with similar issues relating to the weather. We both grow succulents. Thanks so much for sharing your advice and experiences LaVon, much appreciated.
Supplies:
Cardstock: White 225gsm card; Adorable Scorable mattastic card
Ink: Spectrum Noir alcohol markers
Dies: Creative Expressions
Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog today, I really appreciate it.
22 comments:
WOW brilliant card and stained glass window effect love it.Fabulous card you received from LaVon.
Carol x
One of my fave techniques too Hilary - and this die you have used is perfect for showing off how good you are at it! A gorgeous card which I am sure will be treasured.
The card you received is gorgeous too!
(Must chat to you about this challenge - sounds interesting!)
Your card is beautiful, Hilary! I've never tried this technique before but really want to!
Ellie
Ellibelle's Corner
Fantastically beautiful card !!!! And in this rainy weather, flowers are really good, especially when they shine as wonderfully as yours.
WOW this is a stunner Hilary and Gail was one lucky lady to receive it x. LaVon's card is so artsy and great to hear you both grow succulents Hilary x.
This is a card that doesn't go unnoticed, I love all the glossy flowers, they pop nicely from the darker frame. Impressive design!
Those daisies are so pretty. Love that stained glass look. Beautifully done.
What a beautiful stained glass card, Hilary! Love those bright yellow flowers that stand out beautifully against the dark background!
Oh this is really beautiful! That stained glass is perfect! Very beautifully.
The card from LaVon is a beauty too!
A beautifully crafted creation as always Hilary. As I'm so far behind with everything including commenting only realised looking at my reading list this morning it was reveal time.
B x
Hi Hilary, I gotta say, as pretty as it looks in the pictures, it's really stunning in the real. Stained glass, real and faux, is a passion of mine, so to receive this was a double pleasure. Thank you for this lovely card and your kind words. HUGZ
What a lovely card you sent to Gail, Hilary! Amazing card, my friend. Thank you for sharing the steps. Kisses!
What a pretty stained glass effect with those flowers, Hilary!! Thanks for sharing how you did it, starting with the dry embossed background - great tip!!
Oh wow Hilary what a beautiful creation I absolutely love the dies you have used and the colours it looks amazing.
hugs
lorraine x
What a lot of work you did to create your faux stained glass Hilary - every time I go to use my Glossy Accents - it's usually dried up! Love that cover die cut! The card you received is so bright and fun! xx
Fabulous image and pretty colours, love this card. xx
Your card is so pretty and amazing, Hilary! I've done this technique and I know how time consuming it is, but it must have been especially so with the whole large cover plate. It turned out utterly fabulous! I love the card you received, too. It's very creative and colorful and a sweet little gift along with it. My apologies for running behind. Story of my life, I guess!
Splendidly pretty card. It instantly reminds me of stained glass and that just makes me adore this charming, elegant floral greeting all the more.
Autumn Zenith 🧡 Witchcrafted Life
Your daisy stained glass card is gorgeous Hilary!! What a perfect image for this technique. Great work! xx
What a stunning card - lucky Gail! I just love how you've created that faux stained glass effect. This is just lovely. Thanks for being a link in our chain again, Jo x
What a great die for this technique and you've aced it too.
Lovely card from LaVon - so creative.
I love Creative Expression dies and this daisy cover plate is so pretty!! Delightful faux stained glass card, how much work of love, and so accurate! LOVE the dimensional look and the sweet elegant colours combo! The card you received is lovely too!
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