The card I am sharing today is for The Paper Players Challenge. The challenge was to make and share a Christmas project.
I was attempting to reproduce a technique that Sandi Maciver posted in Papers and Pixels, an on line crafting magazine. If you have never checked this e-mag out, do so. They have great ideas to share and download.
The technique is to use embossing powder to paint your pictures. Three times I attempted to reproduce this technique and then gave up, put the 3 embossing powder left overs together and embossed using the 3 mixed together. So this technique turned out to be my own science experiment and it turned out OK.
Paper: Soft Suede, Crumb Cake, Whisper White, Cherry Cobbler, Deck the Halls DSP
Ink: Soft Suede, Early Espresso Craft ink
Accessories: Black, Gold, Iridescent and Clear embossing powder, Glimmer Brads (neutral), Word Window punch, Embossing Ink
A mixture of black, gold and iridescent embossing powder was used for the background trees.
I hope you enjoy and until next time...
Karen
Your stocking is gorgeous. I like cross stitch too but I haven't done much in a long time.
ReplyDeleteI love your stocking. I am working on two now to my new grandchildren. I was hoping that they would be done for their first Christmas, they will be ready for next year. I cross stitch everyday also.
ReplyDeleteKaren, your card is just lovely! Love that stamp set.
ReplyDeleteNow, on to your stocking - OUTSTANDING! I know what you mean about the length of time to create this because I also love to do cross stitching. This is so pretty and it will be something to treasure always.
Lynn
Karen your stocking is truly sensational.
ReplyDeleteI bet the recipients of all 21 treasure them.
I also love the gentleness of your card.
I think its lovely and the Christmas stocking is breathtaking. What a wonderful keepsake.
ReplyDeleteI did alot of cross stitch when my kids were little so I know how much work went into this wonderful stocking...what a lovely keepsake and card!
ReplyDeleteOMG Karen....That stocking is just beautiful! My mom used to cross stitch and I know how long it takes. The image on the stocking is amazing! Great Job...love the card too!
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays
Jenn
Your stocking is gorgeous, a real treasure. I have done cross stitch for years, as well. Very relaxing. I haven't done any in a while. Your card is stunning, great stamp set!
ReplyDeleteLove your stocking. Such beautiful colors and details.
ReplyDeleteYour card is just as fabulous as that gorgeous stocking! And there is not a thing wrong with science experiments! Thanks for joining The Paper Players this week!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, Karen! Both the card and the stocking. I'm also a cross-stitcher and have been making stockings for my grandchildren as they have been born. In fact, I have one in work right now. Your family is so blessed to have you.
ReplyDeleteKaren - your stocking is fabulous! Love your card, too. Thank you for sharing two such wonderful projects with the Paper Players this week.
ReplyDeleteJaydee
I'm so jealous, I wish I could cross stitch like this, your stocking is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI love the effect of the painting with embossing powders on your card, and the Lovely As a Tree is one of my favorite stamp sets. I will have to check this technique out when I have a spare moment. TFS
Karen, your stocking is just stunning! Wow! Such a beautiful winter scene that will be enjoyed for many years to come. Your card is wonderful, too! You created a beautiful scene with that set. Thanks for playing with The Paper Players this week! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure! Your beautifully stitched stocking should last a lifetime!
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