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Here is my card -
I started this panel off by laying ink pads directly onto an acrylic block, misting it with water and then pressing it onto my cardstock.
While the panel was still a little damp, I stamped down the left hand side with the Vignette: Christmas Block so it had the same watercoloured look.
Next I grabbed the bell from the Holiday Sketches: Christmas Bells set. I pressed red, green and yellow ink onto the stamp and then misted it with water before stamping it.
I let the panel dry overnight. The next morning I came back to it and really didn't like it to be honest. I started on something else and didn't have much luck. I picked up everything to throw it in the bin. I looked at this panel again and thought I actually quite like it, I just needed to do something else. Does that happen to you?
So, I grabbed my Star stencil (which you can purchase from STAMPlorations), inked over one corner and then inked up the edges of the panel.
I ended up really liking the finished result. Happy little accident - love them!
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Love all the green on your card Kylie, I must try the misting technique sometime.
ReplyDeleteWell rescued, Kylie, those stars really bring the card together. I think it is always worth leaving something for a while and then come back to it, you see it in a whole new light. :)
ReplyDeleteSo cool that you persevered, Kylie 'cause I love the end result :) Such depth and gorgeous mix of colors! Fab card!
ReplyDeleteCool make, Kylie, love those stars! Fab new Stamplorations too - I'm "hopping"!
ReplyDeleteKathyk
Your little accidental technique is nice, Love the stenciling of stars over green!!! Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteIt's such a great card Kylie.. :)
ReplyDeleteLove that background!
ReplyDeleteSometimes the cards I hate the most to begin with are the cards I wind up liking best in the end. They just take a little fussing, is all. :)
ReplyDeleteLove the watercolour effect background and the stars. Must try this technique. Hugz
ReplyDeleteFabulous happy accident and I like the water colour feel to this card x
ReplyDeleteTurned out great. Some of my worst have turned out great too
ReplyDeleteI love how this card turned out, Kylie! A happy accident for you, and a beauty for us! Love the festive colors, too!
ReplyDeleteLove how this ended up! My very first attempt at making a card, I learned that there are no mistakes in papercrafting...only creative opportunities! You scored on this one. Great save!
ReplyDeleteSuch a unique look to your card, but I love it. Then sentiment and bells ring out Christmastime.
ReplyDeleteHi Kylie - I try not to let anything go to waste - glad you resurrected your background panel - it came out quite well - I really like it! That star stencil was such a great idea!
ReplyDeleteKylie...I love the background in green at your card it looks lovely and wanna try this technique too one day...Fun christmas card... :)
ReplyDeleteLove this card and the way you have made it. I must try that technique of making a background with an ink pad, acrylic block and water.
ReplyDeleteKylie, your card is lovely and festive. It appears 'dimensional' with the addition of the stars and the unique inking techniques! Beautiful showcase of these pretty stamps!
ReplyDelete~c
I'm so glad you didn't throw away this card! Adding the stars to the original design gave it a festive and Christmas-y feel. Thanks for sharing your technique with us!
ReplyDeleteWhat a love BG you created :) love those stars n bells. You are becoming a pro in such amazing BGs
ReplyDeleteWhat a really fabulous card...wonderful background.
ReplyDeleteI love the festive colors and great design on this. Those stars were the perfect addition. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteMy sister-in-law loves vintage. This card would be perfect for her!
ReplyDeleteHi Kylie. Love rescued accidents, and yours is no exception, it's fab! Have a great day! hugs Monika xxx
ReplyDeleteI love happy accidents and can totally relate! I love your finished project and am glad it w2as rescued!
ReplyDeleteI loved the starry bg n the sentiment panel !! Fab festive card :)
ReplyDeleteVery festive card - the design pops.
ReplyDeleteWhat a really fun Christmas card - it's got style and spunk!!
ReplyDeleteThe perfect Christmas card! Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteGlad it did not make it to the bin. Great card.
ReplyDeleteI love what you did with this card! So glad you decided to add to it. Got some neat ideas from yours! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDelete~Ashley
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Love the layered stamping and colours - it looks great! Glad you didn't bin it :)
ReplyDeleteWell done, Two colors is all we need. Thanks for sharing
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