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!!
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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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.
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Thanks so much, Brenda.
DeleteStunning and sweet card and the PB sentiment is a perfect for this, love it;-))m
ReplyDeleteThanks Mervi!
DeleteIt's beautiful - you should definitely do more of this style.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lynn! I really want to!!
DeleteAnother gorgeous card....thanks for sharing your method and supplies.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Lynn!
DeleteWow!! LOVE your monochromatic choice for this amazing scene!! Such wonderful sweet effect!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much!!
DeleteIt's gorgeous Ellie and the mono looks wonderful, xxx
ReplyDeleteThanks Wendy!
DeleteI love the black silhouette against the soft pink background. Beautiful! #MMBC
ReplyDeleteThanks Jayne!
DeleteSo pretty! I just love the black against the pale pink background. Pinned.
ReplyDeleteThanks Joanne!
DeleteA really gorgeous background, such a lovely mix of colours and a super image and design.
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Thanks so much, Kath!
DeleteSo lovely!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful color combinations!
Thanks Michele!
DeleteWhat 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.
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Thanks so much, Donna!
DeleteLove the pink colors and graphics on the card #MMBC
ReplyDeleteThanks Carol!
DeleteI 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.
ReplyDeleteThanks 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!!
DeleteSuch a pretty card. I love al the pink.
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DeleteGorgeous card Ellibelle! Thank you for sharing with us over here at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.
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Many thanks, Gale!
DeleteSuper:)Thanks for playing with us at The Creative Crafters:)Ines DT
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Deletethat's a beautiful card! I really like the red and black together :)
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Thanks Mica!
DeleteThat card is absolutely beautiful. I love the colour combination of the red and black and the Fairy Josie stamp is beautiful. #MMBC
ReplyDeleteThanks Louise!
DeleteOh Ellie, this is beautiful, I love your composition
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Thanks Tracy!
DeleteSuch a pretty card, these fairies are wonderful! Thanks so much for playing our challenge at Krafty Chicks Challenge.
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They are such beautiful fairies and a joy to ink up! Thanks so much for visiting!!
DeleteAbsolutely beautiful work. Thank you for sharing with us over here at World Wide Open Design Team Challenge and best of luck with your entry.
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DeleteWhat a cute card!!
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DeleteThis is really pretty. Well done!
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DeleteSuper pretty card!! Thank you so much for sharing with us at Lemon Shortbread Challenge Blog. I hope you can join us again soon.
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Thanks Victoria!
DeleteEllie, 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!
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A great creation! Thanks for joying us over at the Crafts Galore Encore. Love n hugs Claudia - DT xx
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