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May 8, 2021

A Lavinia Stamps Monochromatic Fairy Scene

Hello and welcome! It's time already for a new theme at Allsorts challenge. This week it's Lynn's turn to host and she wants to see a "Landscape or Scene". We're having a wonderful stamp set to give away this week by Rare Earth so why not join us for a chance to win!


I love Lavinia stamps and have collected quite a few of them but unfortunately I seem to be neglecting them. However, they were my first choice for today's challenge and I created a monochromatic scene. 


Although I usually struggle when I begin with these types of cards (which is the reason why I don't make them more often) they are usually quite easy once I get going. I think my problem is overthinking, something I really need to work on. And maybe watching a few Lavinia Stamps videos on YouTube would help too!!

On this card I used the Lavinia Fairy Josie along with the Lavinia stamps Moon Pods, Fern Leaf and Creeping Vine.



I started out with some torn printer paper and a circle die cut used as masks, then simply inked up the areas with the masks in place using Victorian Velvet Distress ink. After removing the masks I stamped the beautiful fairy and the sentiment (from the Penny Black set Happy Wishes - also on Amazon) using Versafine Onyx ink. I do need to use a stamp platform when stamping Lavinia (or any other solid stamps) as I never get a full impression the first time. 

To add to the scene I selected a few botanical stamps from my Lavinia stamp box (all linked above), all stamped using the same ink. If you look closely you may also notice my Stampin Up French Script on parts of the background.

Exact sentiment set used:




Finally, to complete the card I thought it needed something else black in the top left corner to tie it all together, so I stamped the tiny hearts from the Penny Black set Posted with Love and at the same time used the postage and cancellation mark from the same Penny Black set in that corner. Before adhering to a white card base I ran my Victorian Velvet ink pad along the edges to darken them just a little bit. 

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50 comments:

brenda said...

No signs of a struggle there Ellie, it's a delightful scene and the Fairy really pops from the soft background colours. A favourite PB sentiment as well, I have the old wood mounted version which goes back to the last 90's I believe.

B x

Mervi said...

Stunning and sweet card and the PB sentiment is a perfect for this, love it;-))m

Linby said...

It's beautiful - you should definitely do more of this style.

Lynn said...

Another gorgeous card....thanks for sharing your method and supplies.

Alice (scrAPpamondo) said...

Wow!! LOVE your monochromatic choice for this amazing scene!! Such wonderful sweet effect!!

Wendy L said...

It's gorgeous Ellie and the mono looks wonderful, xxx

Jayne said...

I love the black silhouette against the soft pink background. Beautiful! #MMBC

Joanne said...

So pretty! I just love the black against the pale pink background. Pinned.

Kathleen said...

A really gorgeous background, such a lovely mix of colours and a super image and design.

Kath x

Michele Morin said...

So lovely!
Beautiful color combinations!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks so much, Brenda.

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Mervi!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Lynn! I really want to!!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks so much Lynn!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks so much!!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Wendy!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Jayne!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Joanne!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks so much, Kath!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Michele!

Sladjana Perisic said...

What a beautiful card! Thank you for sharing with us over here at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.

Donna DT Member for https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Carol @Comfort Spring Station said...

Love the pink colors and graphics on the card #MMBC

Mummylade said...

I can totally relate to that. I did my fair share of overthinking with my Lavinia stamps but taking your advice and watching some YouTube-clips made me more comfortable. You did an excellent job with the composition, I really like the monochrome feel to the card.

Amy Johnson said...

Such a pretty card. I love al the pink.

Gale said...

Gorgeous card Ellibelle! Thank you for sharing with us over here at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.

Gale DT for  http://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com.au/

Ines said...

Super:)Thanks for playing with us at The Creative Crafters:)Ines DT
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Mica said...

that's a beautiful card! I really like the red and black together :)

Hope you are having a good day :) It's a stormy one here!

Away From The Blue

Louise (Little Hearts, Big Love) said...

That card is absolutely beautiful. I love the colour combination of the red and black and the Fairy Josie stamp is beautiful. #MMBC

Tracy said...

Oh Ellie, this is beautiful, I love your composition
Happy crafting
Tracy x

Leanne said...

Such a pretty card, these fairies are wonderful! Thanks so much for playing our challenge at Krafty Chicks Challenge.

Leanne DT/KCC

Annettes Hobby Rosettes said...

Absolutely beautiful work. Thank you for sharing with us over here at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.

Annette DT / Admin / Registered Owner for https://worldwideopendesignteamchallenge.blogspot.com/

Tiziana said...

What a cute card!!
have an awesome weekend,
Tiziana
www.tizianaolbrich.de

the 4 M's said...

This is really pretty. Well done!
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Victoria Rowson said...

Super pretty card!! Thank you so much for sharing with us at Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog. I hope you can join us again soon.
Victoria DT

Ellibelle said...

Thanks so much, Donna!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Carol!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Helene, still haven't taken the time to sit down and watch some instructional videos, there is always so much to do!! I need more hours in the day!!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Amy!

Ellibelle said...

Many thanks, Gale!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Ines!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Mica!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Louise!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Tracy!

Ellibelle said...

They are such beautiful fairies and a joy to ink up! Thanks so much for visiting!!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks so much!!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Tiziana!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Mireille!

Ellibelle said...

Thanks Victoria!

Shelbee on the Edge said...

Ellie, I love this one! The images and the message are so perfect. I love fairies and have two different fairy tattoos! I also really like the colors you chose for this card. So pretty!

Shelbee
www.shelbeeontheedge.com

Claudia Martins said...

A great creation! Thanks for joying us over at the Crafts Galore Encore. Love n hugs Claudia - DT xx