It's been a long time [again] since I joined in any challenges [besides DT work anyway]. I found some time, I thought let's see what out here in blogland. I came up with 2.
I don't think I have ever joined in the Altenew Inspiration Challenge before [maybe last year?] - When I saw the photo, I also saw my Altenew stamp set, Beautiful Heart, in my cupboard! (Of course, it is retired), but it worked perfectly for this challenge.
Yep, it is a layered stamp set, that I must say, only took me 1 time to get it lined up! [Oh yay for me 😀] I'm not sure how close you have to be in colors from the inspiration photo, but I wanted more of a contrast with the flower depth so I used some red. I'm going with this anyway.
I used a lovely embossing folder to replicate the leaves in the photo, and white embossed the sentiment. Overall, I am happy with this card.
Great inspiration Altenew - Thanks.
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I went on to play along with my favorite, ATC Around the World Challenge #117; Everything Wears a Hat. Going to my Tim Holtz stash of stamp sets, I found the perfect image from the Cling Stamp Set Curious Possibility.
I sponged on ink, stamped images, used some stenciling, and lastly, used an embossing strip for some texture to create this fun ATC.
I will either punch a tag hole and add twine, or attach this to a card base for future use. I love making ATC's - I just never know what the heck to do with them.
Fun challenge - thanks ATC Around the World. I missed you.
Thanks for stopping by~
9 comments:
Two fabulous makes, Vicki!
WOW!!!! Look at all that color and depth in your flower!!! Glad to see you in the Altenew gallery too! Yay for showing the Altenew floral love!
also,... Your mixed media kicks serious booty!!!! LOVE the ATC'!!!!!!
Both cards are so beautiful! I’m glad you could join in as I get inspiration from others who join.
Vicki, I can't believe they would dare to retire this set! It is perfect for their challenge and so is your card!
Your top-hat-wearing gentlemen are so fabulous, too!
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Beautiful Altenew flower card -- so pretty, and perfect alignment, Vicki! Your ATC is fun and masculine, maybe a great masculine card?
Wooow... this is really wonderful!
Thanks for joining us at ATC Around The World!
Hugs,
Conny
These are both super awesome! Loving the black embossed background on the floral card, and that ATC is amazing with all the inking!
I love how you interpreted the Altenew Inspiration Challenge! I love how the flowers pops against the dark background. Thank you for playing along!
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