I wanted to use my leafy background technique to create a really vibrant sunset effect. I used Adirondack dye inks in Sunshine Yellow, Watermelon and Cranberry applying the ink with shaving brushes. I applied the ink using a leaf from my Plume Poppy plant as a mask. I also used Wild Honey Distress ink in the mix and edged with Chipped Sapphire DI. I stamped the sentiment which is a partially masked clear stamp from a Studio G set and the butterfly, a freebie from Craft Stamper magazine in black Versafine ink. Finally I used some bleach to take most of the colour out of the butterflies. I didn't quite take all the colour out as I was nervous of damaging the surrounding inking!
I loved making this card, it brings together several elements and a technique that are favourites with me.
Elaine
that background is simply stunning....Im sure the person receiving this appreciated the thought and time you had put into this wonderful creation.
ReplyDeleteA lovely card Elaine. I love the subtle leaf background.
ReplyDeleteSandra
This is a beautiful card Elaine, stunning colours, and your leafy background shown of to its maximum. I love hoe the leaves are creating a frame around the edge, drawing the eye inwards on this design, it's really lovely. The butteflies look fabulous in this setting, and the bleaching has worked really well. The font is lovely on the sentiment.
ReplyDeleteJudith xx
Very striking indeed & you certainly achieved the sunset effect. The bleach effect has worked beautifully & I particularly like the way the whole gives the sense of looking up towards the sun & the whiteness of the light being filtered through the butterflies' wings.
ReplyDeletePaula (PEP)
Stunningly beautiful card Elaine,I love the vibrant colours and simple design. Jean x
ReplyDeleteWow, Elaine this is gorgeous! I loved when you taught us that fab leafy background technique at our first CSQ retreat. Bleaching is another fave of mine and the effect you've achieved here with it is stunning. Fabulous hot colours too! I can well imagine how thrilled your friend was to receive this beautiful card.
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Lesley Xx
A stunning card Elaine, the depth of colour is amazing!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment on my Artistic Stamper piece. Good luck in the draw.
Alison x