Sunday, April 13, 2008

Thank You Card








Here's a card which I've created using one of the cute Hanglar stamp that a great friend had sent me as a challenge. Thanks Tesa!!

Well, honestly speaking, it is a challenge to me to use this stamp. She wanted something different than the norm. Therefore, I've came up with a few techniques in this card while experimenting with it.

This is a hidden flap open card. These are the steps to this card.

1) I've used the "Mesh Printing with Gesso" technique to create the distressed background and I've used the scissors distressing technique on the edges of that background.

2) I've stamped two images of that cute stamp on it and I've also used the "Using Colours from Magazine" technique to create another of that same cute image. To add some colours onto the first image, I've stamped the cute image on a pattern paper and later cut parts of it out. I've used some foam adhesives to add dimensions to it.

3) I've stamped a border on a white card stock and later cut it out to be attached to the card. To add some softness to the card, I've added the ribbons to it and a cord to secure the flap. I've used a metal hinge to create the open flap.

4) I've stamped and heat embossed the butterfly and the title. I've cut out the butterfly and folded it for a more dimensional look.

5) Lastly, for the inside of the card, I've stenciled an oval shape using some distress ink and stamped a journal box on it.

Tesa, I hope I've not let you down. Well, I will be experimenting with this stamp some more and perhaps will come up with some other projects and techniques! Thanks for the challenge and this card is for you!! Hugs!!

Sources: Card stock: Bazzill Basics Paper, ProvoCraft, Ink: Memories, Tim Holtz Distress Inks, Emboss It and Staz On, Stamps: Norsk Stempelblad AS, Hanglar & Stanglar, DMD, Stampin' Up, Hero Arts, Brads: The Paper Studio, Others: uni-ball signo gel pen, glitters, rhinestones, ribbons, cords, eyelets, flower, embossing powder, metal hinge.

18 comments:

Marsha K. said...

I think I am first!!!!! (we'll see LOL). Anyhoo - awesome card and it is out of the norm for you, but great job on the challenge!!!

Oss i Ett trykk said...

Beautiful, Irene! Love the way you've used the hÄnglar-stamp. You did it your way, and that's so great! And the hidden tag - so cool!

Thanks for sharing :)

Big hug!
Aashild

TesaB said...

WOW!!! I knew you'd ROCK this challenge!!! Totally love it - SOOOO MUCH! Great techniques and so much you even though the stamp is totally not! LOVE the hidden journaling spot!!! THANK YOU, sis!!!

AmethystCat said...

beautiful job! really amazing!

Marsha said...

LOVE, love, love it!! Fabulous!

Sian said...

I've noticed your card on the Inspirational blog and just had to leave you a comment.

Your card is amazing, love the way you stamp and use so much to make your creations come to life.

You are a true artist!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful cards!! You are a great inspiration! I'll come back for more=)

Heather Huggins said...

Wow!! This is super great. I just love it.

Anonymous said...

Simply beautiful..TFS!!!!:)x

tonya said...

It turned out really cool.

michelle said...

wow this is amazing truly love your style !!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful, amazing and stunning! Love it!

Kelly L said...

Wow, this is amazing, beautiful, truly out of my norm, but I really LIKE IT!! Great job. I love the way you overstamped the image and the butterfly is beautiful, too. Great music on your blog as well. I will stop back again (saw your link at my bloggin' sister/friend Ying Pang's blog). Kelly

Christina Carnoy said...

what a lovely card!

Mescrap said...

This is beautiful card !

dragonflys said...

irene you did a beautiful job on this card bet tesa love what you did with the cute stamp .
The great design and colors make this card so special

Anonymous said...

What a great way of using the hAnglar stamps! I will have to try that myself, since I really have to struggle with the coloring ... This is a beautiful card, you're the best!

stampingbalou said...

Irene, what an extraordinary way to use this cute stamp - I´m sooo impressed... Fantastic...!!! I found your blog by visiting the one of YingPang and it´s just stunning !!!

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