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Our craft group used stencils this month.
We stenciled on black cardstock with white pigment ink.
After drying the ink, we daubed some colored pigment ink over the white ink.
I went over the leaves randomly with my embossing marker and added some gold
embossing. The die cut leaf was in the envelope with the die. I really don't remember
how I did that, but it went well with the background.
Since there was still time to play, I used the leaf stencil that I'd taken.
I was having trouble getting good coverage with the white ink and since I was using
my leaves stencil, the next day I stenciled again and got better coverage.
It seems I have gold embossing on the brain, because I decided to emboss these leaves
while the ink was still mostly wet.
I die cut leaves with a matching die using some cardstock I'd sponged earlier and
added some splatters with gold re-inker.
Challenges: (card 1)
Double D - Fall Leaves
Just Us Girls #746 - ATG using a stencil
Challenges: (card 2)
Seize the Birthday #292 - Use the word Celebrate
Card Recipe (card 1)
Stamps:
Ink: Pigment Inks (White & various)
Paper: Black, Foil Cardstock
Other: Leaf Stencil (?), Caran d'ache Supracolor Pencils, Embossing Marker, Gold EP, Large Stitched Maple Leaf die (SSS), Fancy Hello die (Alt)
Card Recipe (card 2)
Stamps:
Ink: Whisper White, Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie, Tangerine Tango, Cajun Craze (for sponging)
Paper: Black, So Saffron
Other: Gold EP, Leaves Stencil (SSS), Clustered Leaves die (SSS), Sweet Sentiments die (Alt), Encore Gold re-inker (for splatter)
Enjoy!
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Working with white pigment ink is really difficult - ask me how I know... two fabulous cards using black paper for a little drama! You always seem to have just the right goodies in your envelopes, my friend!
ReplyDeleteI had a few leaves of my own out yesterday!
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Two gorgeous leafy cards, Bonnie - love the gold embossing on black!!
ReplyDeleteI love the gold on black, Bonnie. I can see using Perfect Pearls with this technique too. I'll have to give it a try when I get back to my regular stash. I don't know why I didn't bring any leaves with me since this is the usual time for leaf challenges.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a strong look using the black card Bonnie and I love the more random look on the first with that pretty added leaf which looks as though some bits of embossing powder have been added whilst it was set, and finished with a lovely die cut sentiment. The second looks great too with the gold stencilled leafy branch, and the added inked one goes brilliantly over the top, with the 'celebrate' which finishes it perfectly. x
ReplyDeleteBoth of these cards are GORGEOUS Bonnie!! All that gold against the black background is so dramatic AND elegant...LOVE these cards!! Hugs. :0)
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous cards Bonnie!
ReplyDeleteMy heart aches for the people in Western North Carolina. I have spent most of my life living in Asheville and Brevard. I used to work in Biltmore Village. The little town of Chimney Rock has been decimated. I have been unable to talk with close friends that live there. It seems like I should say more about your beautiful cards but I cannot get the devastation in Western North Carolina out of my mind.
Sandy xx
A beautiful result with your white ink, it is stunning!
ReplyDeleteThank you for joining our challenge at Double D!
Diane DD Co-Owner
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So very elegant! Love all of the shimmer and shine!
ReplyDeleteBoth beautiful! The stencilling on black is gorgeous and really pops!
ReplyDeleteTwo STUNNING Autumn cards, Bonnie. Love how the gold pops against the black backgrounds. xx
ReplyDeleteOH do I love the gold on black, something I never think to do. I too am on a leaf kick here so thanks for the inspiration with these two gorgeous cards. What a fabulous effect!
ReplyDeleteWow, these are stunning! You know how to kick things up a notch or ten! Hope all is well in your area of NC!
ReplyDeleteTwo beautiful cards, Bonnie. Love the gold and black. Thanks for joining us at Seize the Birthday.
ReplyDeleteWow, two gorgeous cards Bonnie. All that gold just pops against the black and the leaves are so pretty. Thanks for joining us at Seize the Birthday.
ReplyDeleteTwo lovely autumn cards! I especially love the second one with the layers of two shades of gold!
ReplyDeleteOh My.....Two Gold and Black Beauties, dear friend:-) I can Not pick a favorite...I LOVE both your Beautiful cards, Bonnie:-) Thank you so much for sharing. Love and Big Hugs....Nancy
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and dramatic cards! Love all the sparkle!
ReplyDeleteYour cards are just beautiful. Using that dark background really makes the focal pop, and I love your colors. Lots of wonderful work here, and great take on the challenge. Thanks for playing along with us over at Double D, I hope we see you back again soon.
ReplyDeleteJudy~ DD DT Deigner
WOW! These are gorgeous my friend! Thanks for letting us know how you did it ... absolutely beautiful! Thanks so much for joining in the fun at our Double D challenge! Good Luck and we hope you’ll come back often.
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Bonnie... both cards are just beautiful! I just love it when I find something made in my stash that works... and your leaf was perfect. Thanks so much for sharing with Just Us Girls as always.
ReplyDeleteOhhh, you had me with the gold on black! Add the autumn colors on the first card and I'm in 7th Heaven! Bonnie, your first card is a real stand out stunner in our gallery at Double D. I'm so glad you shared with us there!
ReplyDeleteDon't these look fabulous? That first one with the black red and gold is just stunning xx
ReplyDeleteOh my, these are wonderful, Bonnie! Love both sets of leaves, and such a blessing to find the "matching" die-cut one too -- such a pretty car
ReplyDeleteOh Bonnie both cards are stunning. Love the result you achieved with the black backgrounds. Your first card just blew me away with the love leaves and colours created. Thanks so much for sharing withus at JUGS. Always lovely to see your creations wherever they pop up.
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous Bonnie!!! Thanks for explaining your technique. I just love the sheen. Thanks so much for playing with us at Seize the Birthday!
ReplyDeleteI'm sitting here with my mouth open, Bon! More winners in my book and I'm sure they are even more gorgeous in person! Hugs, Dolly
ReplyDeletewow that's such a cool technique, I love your cards ♥
ReplyDeleteLOVE the gold against the black on these beautiful fall cards! Julia xx
ReplyDeleteWOWEE! this is so stunning, Bonnie! the gold on the black is just so striking...it definitely packs a punch! Thank you for joining us a t Seize the Birthday!
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