Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Less Is More Week 4 Challenge Version 2.0

Ok... so I received a comment from one of the kind and lovely creators of the Less Is More challenge blog making me aware that, because I had previously posted the "Thinking Of You" butterfly card on my blog, it technically wasn't a valid submission. (I apologize... now I'll know for next time)! So, in the spirit of it all, I felt challenged to make a new submission (and isn't that really the whole point after all)! I had a lot of fun with this one because I got to try out a new technique and even had a couple "happy accidents" a long the way!


The squares were created by using a resist technique. I first stamped my flourish (Tim Holtz Visual Artistry Flights of Fancy clear stamp set) using VersaMark ink. I then did one coat of Ultra Thick Embossing Enamel to create the resist. The color was added using Ranger Distress Ink in the colors "Peeled Paint" and "Dusty Concord." The sentiment (also from the Flights of Fancy set) was stamped in the same "Dusty Concord" color.

I am really pleased with how this turned out. It is probably the most "negative space" I have ever left on a card too, but I think it works really well. I am definitely itching to try this resist technique some more!

As always

Angela

14 comments:

  1. Great images...and beautiful colors! Awesome card!

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  2. Angela, you are a star!
    I'm so glad I made the comment as it has brought forth this fabulous card.(We actually loved seeing the other one too.) The effect of the resist is superb, you chose terrific colours! A really super creation.
    Thanks once more.
    See you next time!
    Chrissie
    "Less is More"

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  3. Hi Angela

    I am so pleased you called by my blog as I have been able to see yours now.

    Gorgeous creations.

    Love this one.

    Love Jules xx

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  4. fab card, and a great technique - the colours are really subtle its a great technique

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  5. Hi Angela
    Your card is simply stunning! I love the effects you have created,
    thank you so much for submitting another card, its wonderful

    mandi
    "Less is More"

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  6. And it turned in to a smashing card

    Kathyk

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  7. Gorgeous card Angela, I love the colours.

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  8. Super card. Love the clours and the images.
    Lynne xxx

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  9. wow-this is fab, love the effect you achieved.
    Linbyx

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  10. Love everything about this card - its stunning

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  11. Yes I agree! Its totally beautiful! TFS!

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  12. Love the effect you've created on your squares. x

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  13. What an amazing effect and beautiful stamps. Really striking. Hugs Cherry XXx

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